The Magic Behind The Scenes – Seeing Is Not Always Believing

I believe many of you may be familiar with what is called “forced perspective”. It’s a trick used by filmmakers and yes also by Imagineers to make your eyes and mind see something that isn’t real. It is used everywhere at Walt Disney World but a couple of prime examples

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Old Spice Classic at ESPN Wide World of Sports Nov. 25-26 and Nov. 28

The fifth annual Old Spice Classic at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex will feature eight college basketball teams in 12 games over three days, Nov. 25-26 and Nov. 28, 2010.  The field includes five schools that participated in NCAA Tournament “March Madness” this year – California, Notre Dame, Temple,

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PGA TOUR Returns to Walt Disney World Resort For 40th Golf ‘Classic’ Nov. 11-14, 2010

The PGA TOUR returns to Walt Disney World Resort for the 40th consecutive year Nov. 11-14 for the 2010 Children’s Miracle Network Classic.  The Fall Series event, held at Disney’s Palm and Magnolia golf courses, features some of the world’s top golfers playing in one of the resort’s longest-running traditions.

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Festival of the Masters at Downtown Disney Nov. 12-14, 2010

Approximately 145 award-winning fine artists, 200 chalk artists and 40 folk artists will showcase their one-of-a-kind and limited-edition painting, photography, sculptures, jewelry and more at Festival of the Masters presented by Sharpie® Nov. 12-14, 2010, at Downtown Disney. One of the Southeast’s most highly regarded juried art festivals since 1975,

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‘Wild Africa Trek’ at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Brings Thrills of Faraway Adventure to Walt Disney World Resort

Navigating a rickety footbridge over a river chasm can be dicey enough for explorers. In an all-new Disney adventure, what lurks below that bridge may quicken their step to get to the other side: Crocodiles! A ravine of menacing-looking crocs, pools of hippos, bushwalks along untracked terrain and other thrills

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2010 Walt Disney World Resort Christmas Calendar of Events

From a sparkling ice castle and symphony of dazzling lights … to legendary international customs and wondrous displays … to magical entertainment and musical delights, Walt Disney World Resort unwraps an enchanting celebration of the holiday season in 2010. Electrifying fireworks, charming parades and all the sounds of the season

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Big Brothers Big Sisters Builds Better Futures with Support from Disney

Recently recognized by Walt Disney World Resort for its proven track record in improving children’s lives, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Florida receives ongoing, comprehensive support from Disney for its youth development efforts. Locally, Big Brothers Big Sisters serves 570 children who are considered at-risk and need encouragement to

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Halloween Fun at the Mickey’s-Not-So-Scary Halloween Party

Friends gather at the annual Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party held for 24 nights now through Nov. 1, 2010, at the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World Resort. The family-friendly after-hours event offers trick or treating, meet and greets with favorite characters in costume, plus the must-see “Mickey’s Boo-to-You Parade” and

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Disney’s Art of Animation Resort Picture and Info

Coming soon: a new Walt Disney World Resort! Disney’s Art of Animation Resort hotel, a Disney Value Resort hotel, will draw its inspiration from 4 classic Disney animated films: The Lion King, The Little Mermaid and Disney·Pixar’s Finding Nemo and Cars. Booking dates for this family-friendly resort, scheduled to open

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DisneyWorld Refurbishment Schedule September 2010

Refurbishment/Closure Schedule at Walt Disney World Refurbishment/closure information is subject to change without notice and should be confirmed just prior to visiting. Updated information is available at http://www.disneyworld.com Refurbishment/closure information is subject to change without notice and should be confirmed just prior to visiting. Updated information is available at http://www.disneyworld.com

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Disney off the Beaten Path: Tom Sawyer Island.

If there was ever an undiscovered treasure in Walt Disney World, it’s Tom Sawyer Island and Ft. Langhorn, located in the Magic Kingdom.   Really, I should know:  I’ve been going to the parks for over 20 years and I never visited this attraction until my trip last December.   The day I finally visited

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