Tag: EPCOT
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Small Construction Fire Breaks Out in Epcot’s Norway Pavilion
On Wednesday afternoon, a fire broke out in Epcot of the Walt Disney World Resort. The fire began around 4:20 p.m., according to Wesh Orlando. The Norway Pavilion of the park was shown to be on fire in a small area under construction. Guests in nearby dining locations, shops and attractions were evacuated. No one…
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Figment 2 – Worth Reading This Time?
It’s Wednesday! That means new comic book day! Today is especially grand because the first issue of Figment 2 has been released! The first limited series of Figment was a hot item for comics readers and Disney fans alike. Disney Kingdoms released these as a collaboration between Marvel and Disney Imagineers. The result was a…
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Disney Recipes: Chip’s Sticky Bun Bake – Garden Grill Restaurant at Epcot
Breakfast is the best. Let’s face it, a lot of breakfast foods are practically dessert and they are delicious. For those who are lucky enough to be visiting Epcot in Walt Disney World, you can get breakfast at the Garden Grill Restaurant starting on November 8. For the rest of us who don’t live close…
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Remy’s Ratatouille Hide & Squeak to Take Part at Epcot’s International Food & Wine Festival
Alrighty, Epcot’s International Food & Wine Festival is a little more than a month away. With much news in regards to this fun event, here is some more. Disney Parks Blog has shared that Remy’s Ratatouille Hide & Squeak will take place during the festival, starting September 25. This neat activity lets you help Remy find ingredients…
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More Details Released on Epcot’s Frozen Ever After Attraction & Royal Summerhus
Announced during the Walt Disney Parks and Resorts panel at the D23 Expo, more information was announced in regards to Epcot’s “Frozen Ever After” attraction and Royal Summerhus, which is currently under construction. Though they will not be ready this year, guests are anxiously waiting. According to Disney Parks Blog: The Frozen Ever After attraction will…
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Ride and Music Mashups – Indiana Jones and Seven Dwarves Mine Train
What if attractions had a different soundtrack? What effect would it have on the ride? Would it be whimsical instead of scary? Would it be scary instead of fun? I decided to pit some ride throughs against a different soundtrack (and one in this post that doesn’t have a soundtrack to start with). What do…
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Exciting Merchandise Heading to Epcot’s International Food and Wine Festival
Planning on attending this year’s International Food and Wine Festival in Epcot over at the Walt Disney World Resort? If that is a yes, you’ll have plenty of yummy things to look forward to. Also, let’s not forget the themed merchandise! Disney Parks Blog shared a look at the upcoming items that will be available…
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Details on Epcot’s ‘Frozen Ever After’ Attraction
With Epcot’s new “Frozen” attraction currently underway, the Wall Street Journal shared some insight on the attraction. Replacing that of the 27-year old Maelstrom attraction is the newest attraction titled Frozen Ever After. According to the article, Anna, Elsa, Kristof, Olaf, Sven, Marshmallow and the Snowgies will make appearances. Disney Imagineer, Kathy Mangum, shared a few words…
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Epcot’s International Food & Wine Festival Concert Series Lineup
This year marks the 20th anniversary of the International Food & Wine Festival at Epcot. With great food and drink, what about some awesome music too? Disney Parks Blog has shared the lineup on this year’s “Eat to the Beat” concert series. Show times are set for 5:30 PM, 6:45 PM and 8:00 PM. Please note…
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Tomorrowland Inspired Epcot Background Wallpaper
I’m a sucker for a fun wallpaper, especially when it’s inspired by something else. With the recent release of Tomorrowland, I’ve loved the special title and credit graphics that were developed. Tomorrowland the movie has ties to the area of Disney theme parks with the same name. But, it also has ties to another theme…
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Wine & Dine Half Marathon Registration opens tomorrow
Registration for Walt Disney World’s November race weekend officially opens tomorrow! Noon EST or 9am for all of us in California. This particular RunDisney event is unique in that it combines its race weekend with Epcot’s Food & Wine Festival. Not only that, its an EXCLUSIVE event for Wine & Dine runners! Registered runners can enjoy…
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Do Other Companies Belong In Disney Parks?
There has been a recent trend…and when I say recent, I mean in the last decade….that a lot of companies have opened eateries within Disney Parks. These companies also get to have their brands on the doors and menus to establish that their food is distinctly theirs. The two that I can think of are…
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Like a Grand and Miraculous Spaceship
Today I woke up thinking about what a new year is. It’s a new start. It’s a chance to hit the reset button in life and choose where to go from a new starting point. It’s a chance to decide and embark on a new adventure! Of course then my mind started wandering to things…
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2014 Disney Stories Countdown #4 – Frozen Takes Over Disney Parks
As the countdown continues, here’s another grouping of stories that fit one theme or category. This year saw Frozen take over not one, not two, but three theme parks. Well, at least with big announcements for Disney parks around the world. First, Walt Disney World ended their summer season with some snow. Frozen took over…
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2014 Disney Stories Countdown #5 – Disneyland's 60th & End of Attractions
Anticipating the turn of the clock for the new year, I usually like to look back at the top stories that we covered in the year. 2014 was full of some exciting stories and announcements. It’s hard to narrow down to just 5, so I’m going to take some poetic license and group a few…
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Epcot's 2014 Candlelight Processional Narrator Lineup Announced
Are you planning on attending the 2014 Candlelight Processional this year at Epcot? Disney Parks Blog has just released this year’s celebrity narrators. Jodi Benson – 11/28 – 11/29 Neil Patrick Harris – 11/30 – 12/2 Jonathan Groff – 12/3 – 12/4 Whoopi Goldberg – 12/5 – 12/6 TBD – 12/7 – 12/9 TBD – 12/9…
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Oswald’s Maelstrom – Geeks Corner – Episode 351
Welcome to Geeks Corner! It’s been an absolutely geektastic week and there is a lot to cover! Here’s a brief overview of what this week’s show will be like: Halloween has arrived at Disneyland. This includes magic, villains, gypsies, characters, and more! Oswald the Lucky Rabbit has come to the Disneyland Resort and now meets…
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EPCOT’s Maelstrom – DAPS From the Past
Disney has recently announced that Maelstrom in the Norway pavilion at Epcot will give way to a Frozen-themed attraction. But, what is Maelstrom? The Maelstrom has been one of the most popular attractions at Epcot since it first opened in 1988. Inside, guests travel on Viking longboats through the history and mythology of Norway. The…
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'Frozen' Attraction Coming to Norway Pavilion in Epcot
Just announced on Disney Parks Blog by Disney Parks Chairman, Tom Staggs, is a brand new ‘Frozen’ attraction! The new attraction will be located in the Norway Pavilion at Epcot of the Walt Disney World Resort. With construction to start soon, the current attraction Maelstrom will be replaced. According to the article, guests will be…
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Eat to the Beat Concerts Are ‘All For You’ throughout 19th Epcot International Food & Wine Festival
22 ‘Eat to the Beat’ Concert Acts Perform Sept. 19-Nov. 10 LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – Five new Eat to the Beat musical acts join 17 fan-favorite bands to complete a genre-spanning lineup of pop hit greats during the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival Sept. 19-Nov. 10 at Walt Disney World Resort. New-to-the-festival bands Jo…
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Happy 4th of July!
Happy 4th of July! This has always been one of my favorite holidays. My family has always been quite patriotic. As kids Independence Day would always involve a BBQ at my grandparents’ house followed by going down to the riverfront in Portland, OR to see the fireworks. As we moved about growing up, the…
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Epcot 2014 Picks and Tips
Epcot, in my opinion, is the flagship park for Walt Disney World. Yes, Magic Kingdom is popular, but Epcot is what Walt wanted for the Florida project. It was to be an experimental city. It is now a theme park. But, that’s ok. It is a great, fascinating, and sometimes underrated park. A day in…
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Walt Disney World 2014 Trip Report – DAPscast – Episode 5
This month Mr. Daps interviews Murray about his trip to Walt Disney World that took place earlier in June. Covered is the new MyMagic+ system, Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Animal Kingdom, and a few other places to visit at the resort. Together they cover a 7 day trip in about an hour!
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Watcher Wednesday: Is Space Mountain and Figment Worth Reading?
One thing that Disney theme park fans have desired is the story behind attractions. In the same vein are stories that take place in the world the attractions are of. Recently, Disney has released two comic lines that do just that: Space Mountain and Figment. Space Mountain Space Mountain is a high speed, roller coaster…