Refurbishment/closure information is subject to change without notice and should be confirmed just prior to visiting. Current Typhoon Lagoon closed through 1/15/11 for annual refurbishment. Star Tours (Hollywood Studios) closed through 5/16/11 for refurbishment. Paddock Leisure Pool (Saratoga Springs Resort) closed through 6/29/11 for refurbishment. Upcoming Palm, Magnolia, Osprey Ridge
Tag: Walt Disney World
Where to Eat Organic at Disney World
In the last decade, organic food has grown in popularity and become increasingly available, from your local farmer’s market to the most unlikely of places, Walmart. As organic food has become easier to find, it’s also gotten less expensive, which is great for people like me who feel that organic is
Join Pixie Vacations for a Holiday Fan Meet Dec. 19
What’s better than some Christmas cheer? Christmas at Walt Disney World, that’s what’s better! Come join us to say hello to your fellow Disney fans and enjoy the Holiday decorations at the Happiest Place on Earth. We would love to meet everyone and talk Disney. I tried to get Chip
Chip and Company Week in Review for December 13th
Welcome to the Chip and Company Disney Week in Review for the week of December 5-11, 2010, my name is Ken and I am one of the writers here at Chip and Company. There has been a lot happening this week on Chip and Co and around the Disney Blog-o-Sphere.
A Hidden Treasure: Disney Customized Maps
For someone that hasn’t been to Walt Disney World very often, there can be a lot of things to decide upon when you are planning your trip. One of the biggest things that people overlook is how to tell your child, wife, or other significant person that you are taking
Top 10 Things to do at Walt Disney World to feel like a kid again
So we’ve all gone to Walt Disney World and done all of the E Ticket rides and attractions. We’ve thrilled to Space Mountain and Soarin. We’ve viewed all of the great Live Shows like Beauty and the Beast and Fantasmic. And we’ve eaten in all of the best places like
I Can’t Help It I Liked The Wand
Spaceship Earth is a magnificent structure and a true marvel in its own right. It is an architectural wonder and one of the few true geodesic spheres in the world. It’s not just a pretty face either. One of the issues designers faced was what to do with the water
Oldies But Goodies – Keeping The Vacation Affordable
As most people understand, we Oldies lean towards frugality and the older we get the more we seem to lean. I’m afraid that in a few years I’ll be leaning so much that my friends will change my name to “Pisa” (as in the leaning tower). I use every resource
Disney, union extend contract until after holidays
This article comes to us from Jason Garcia at the Orlando Sentinel. Walt Disney World and its largest labor group, stuck in deadlocked contract talks, said Wednesday that they have agreed to extend their current pact until after the holidays. Disney’s contract with the Service Trades Council, which represents about
A Day with Rae: My Keys to the Kingdom Tour
During our recent trip to Disney World, my hubby and I decided to splurge on a Keys to the Kingdom Tour at Magic Kingdom. This 4.5 hour walking tour takes you behind the scenes at the Magic Kingdom, including the famous utilidors – the first level of the Magic Kingdom, long
Best Things I Love About Disney – Impressions de France
The France pavilion at the Epcot World Showcase is a lovely place to pass some time. If you enjoy excellent food there are two top notch restaurants there as well as a couple of shops with outstanding baked goods and cheeses. If you are a shopper you will be in
Keeping things fresh at Walt Disney World
“You’re going to Disney AGAIN?” That’s not an unusual reaction for me to hear when I announce an upcoming trip to family or friends who don’t quite understand my love for Disney. With so much to do, see, and experience, there seems to be no shortage of “new” things to
Planning the Multi-Generational Family Vacation
There is nothing quite like taking a family vacation to Walt Disney World. The excitement that comes with planning the trip is almost half the fun. How long do I stay? Where do we want to eat? Should we do the Disney Dining Plan? These are some of the questions
Ride Review: Living With the Land
The excitement mounts. Your children have been looking forward to this ride attraction for months! And now it is time. You’re finally at EPCOT in Walt Disney World. You’ve made your way to the Land Pavilion. And after only a few short minutes in line, you’re in the boat and
