Delightful, Delicious Narcoossee’s at Walt Disney World

Narcoossee’s at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa is one of those tucked-away restaurants on the shores of the Seven Seas Lagoon that we don’t always think of first – but what a treat. The place has plenty of loyal fans and was so busy on a recent evening that we grabbed seats at the bar, ordered a glass of red and settled in with Sergio the bartender taking care of us.

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Ashley Eckstein Quizzes Fans Promoting ‘Star Tours – The Adventures Continue’

Excerpt from the Disney Parks Blog: As we await the gala launch of “Star Tours — The Adventures Continue” at Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort, we asked C-3PO, R2-D2 and some of their closest pals to join us for some sneak peek events. Don’t forget Sorcerer Radio’s coverage

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Wednesday with Walt: Just Daddy!

Walt and Lillian Disney tried very hard to keep their daughters unaware of their daddy’s fame. Few studio people were invited to the house and they never talked about the studio in front of the girls. They wanted a normal life for them. One day, after an afternoon party, little

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All New Star Wars Weekends Merchandise

Year after year, I have watched the fan excitement unfold at Star Wars Weekends. Much like the Force, it’s everywhere at Disney’s Hollywood Studios – from meeting celebrities from the Star Wars galaxy to being the first guests in line to face Darth Vader at Jedi Training Academy. I like visiting Jabba’s Hut, a specially designed merchandise location created just for Star Wars Weekends (by the way, it’s located near Rock ‘N’ Roller Coaster this year). The excitement in the “Hutt” is overwhelming as guests from all over the world descend upon this location for “must-have” Star Wars Weekends merchandise. This year promises to be bigger and more exciting than ever.

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Mermaids Sighted at The Pirates League at Magic Kingdom Park

To celebrate the theatrical release of “Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides,” The Pirates League at Magic Kingdom Park is adding a new package just for enchanting girls that is sure to lift a few fins. Starting Friday, May 20, The Pirate League will offer a new limited-time, deluxe packaged called The Mermaid Transformation […]

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Now Open: AMC Dine-In Theatres at AMC Downtown Disney 24

AMC Theatres® (AMC), a leading theatrical exhibition and entertainment company, announced today that guests will be able to watch the latest movies while enjoying their favorite food and beverages at AMC Downtown Disney 24 located in Downtown Disney at Walt Disney World Resort. AMC Dine-In Theatres, the only theatre of its

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Curtain Rises on AMC Dine-In Theatres at Downtown Disney

We have an exciting announcement today for those of you who frequent Downtown Disney. The AMC Downtown Disney 24 movie theater has transformed a section of their property into AMC Dine-In Theatres – special theaters that combine the concept of “dinner and a movie” into a spectacular new in-theater dining experience.

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Enchanted Tiki Room: Classic Attraction Transforms This Summer

I’m thrilled to break the news today on the Disney Parks Blog that The Enchanted Tiki Room (Under New Management) at Magic Kingdom Park is already undergoing changes behind closed doors that will reshape the attraction into a version reminiscent of the original show.

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Lightning McQueen during Car Masters Weekend at Downtown Disney

‘CARS’ RACES INTO TOWN: Three-year-old twins Jill and Aaron Nethero of Orlando give some lovin’ to pal Lightning McQueen during Car Masters Weekend at Downtown Disney West Side May 13-15, 2011. The family-friendly event includes a classic car show…

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Star Tours Grand Opening Webcast from Disney’s Hollywood Studios

You better believe we’re counting down the days until Star Tours re-launches at Disney Parks. And if you’re as excited as we are about this monumental occasion at Disneyland Resort and the Walt Disney World Resort, then we’ve got some great news to share. You’ll be able to see the grand opening of “Star Tours – The Adventures Continue” as it happens at Disney’s Hollywood Studios right here on the Disney Parks Blog.

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Top 4 Benefits for Staying at a Walt Disney World Resort Hotel

For many guests, the benefit of staying at a Walt Disney World owned-and-operated resort begins before arrival at the Vacation Kingdom.  And for all guests, the benefits and perks combine to make vacation magic 24 hours a day – whether at a Disney Value Resort designed for budget-minded vacationers …

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