If you haven’t already noticed, Disney Imagineers are kind of obsessed with mountains. Many of Walt Disney World’s most popular and thrilling attractions are based around (or in) mountains. Magic Kingdom has three mountains alone! But hey, I’m not complaining! Tackling the Disney mountain range is a priority during my
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Marathon Training – The Expo
The start of Marathon weekend and all of the other race weekend’s at Walt Disney World and the Disneyland Resort is possibly the biggest and most comprehensive store on property. No, not the World of Disney at Downtown Disney – Disney’s Health and Fitness Expo. Located at the ESPN Wide
Top 5 Things That Should be Added to Disney World
You’ve heard of the Bucket List. You’ve heard of a Wish List. Well, now get ready for the Disney version of both! Here is the top five things I would like to see added to Walt Disney World before my next visit: 5. Marvel Characters Unfortunately, Universal Studios has this
Good Eats! Boma – Flavors of Africa with recipes
One of my favorite table service restaurants is Boma – Flavors of Africa, which can be found at my favorite resort, the Animal Kingdom Lodge. Breakfast here is standard fare, but dinner time comes alive with a traditional African buffet that is full of authentic flavors and tempting varieties. To
First Look inside the Family Suites at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort
You’ve already seen the great themes coming to Disney’s Art of Animation Resort when it opens throughout 2012. But check out what we have today – a first look at some of our Disney Story Room family suites. Related articles Topping Out Ceremony Held at the New Disney Art of
Disney Character News and Rumors for August 2011
It has been a pretty quiet month for character news on Character Central but I am sure as we move into the fall and get closer to Halloween (Mickey’s No So Scary Halloween Party) and Christmas (Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party) we will be hearing more! Walt Disney World Tink
Around the “Disney” World – Norway Pavilion
The Norway pavilion in Epcot’s World Showcase is one of those hidden gems in Walt Disney World where every time you explore you find something else to enjoy! Featuring the only Fast Pass attraction in World Showcase and one of the few rides, tucked in the back corner you will
Hollywood’s Biggest Names Bring Walt Disney World Attractions to Life
How many times have you been on a Disney Parks attraction and said, “Hey, that guy looks familiar!” or “I recognize her voice”? Disney love how Imagineers seamlessly work celebrities into some of our favorite attractions. It can add additional layers to the storytelling as well as the enjoyment a
Sinbad Gets ‘Goofy’ at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Actor and comedian Sinbad visited Walt Disney World Resort last week, and Disney Parks photographer Gene Duncan was on hand to snap this photo of the funnyman with one of our funniest friends, Goofy, at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Known for his roles in television and film, Sinbad has been making
Top 5 Time Wasters at Disney World
While surfing the Net we all come across many articles about how great Walt Disney World is. Top Five lists abound recommending everything from the best attractions to the tastiest foods and more. And I’ve even written some of these lists. But today I thought it would be only fair
Kakigori Cart Expands with Savory, Sweet Bites
On a hot afternoon, nothing is better than a shaved ice, or kakigori, from the little cart in front of the Japan pavilion at Epcot. A brain freeze is inevitable as we slurp the icy, sweet treat. Now the cart, just reopened this week, has as new name – Kabuki
Top 5 Things They Should Bring Back at Disney World
Walt Disney World opened in 1971 with a very different footprint than it has today. Certainly a smaller one, anyway! But Walt himself said (of Disneyland) that it would never be finished but would instead be changing and growing over the years. This would naturally apply to his ‘Florida Project’
Downtown Disney: Characters in Flight balloon ride
Characters in Flight Downtown Disney When many guests think of Downtown Disney (DTD), they think of it primarily as – even only as – a shopping and dining destination. Yet DTD also offers Disney guests some of the most fun, active experiences at Walt Disney World (WDW). Among them is
Around the “Disney” World: Epcot Norway Pavilion
Norwegian architects and historians worked closely with Walt Disney Imagineers to intertwine the natural environment into the design of Epcot’s Norway Pavilion. Aged stone, stucco and wood surfaces enhance the rustic, earthy facades and create an authentic Guest experience. The plaza’s cobbled walkways and grass-covered roofs, like those of Alesund,
