Tag: Walt Disney World Resort
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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Craig Mateer to Board Overseeing Disney District
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has appointed Craig Mateer to the board of the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District. This is the district where most of Walt Disney World Resort resides. Mateer replaces Martin Garcia, who resigned as chairman of the board earlier this month. Under Florida state law, the governor now appoints members to the…
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Disney Gives First Introduction of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Critters
Tiana’s Bayou Adventure will soon be taking guests on a musical adventure with Princess Tiana and friends. The attraction is set to open this summer at Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World Resort and then at Disneyland later this year at the Disneyland Resort. Today, Ted Robledo, Executive Creative Director, Walt Disney Imagineering, took to…
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Disney Gives Behind-the-Scenes Look at New Fort Wilderness Cabins
Disney’s Fort Wilderness Cabins will soon be popping up at The Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort. Ahead of their arrival, Disney has shared a behind-the-scenes look at these cabins and how they are being built. These cabins are coming through the help of Orlando small business owner Juan Quiroga. Quiroga’s first job was as…
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Meet the Robinsons | DISNEY THIS DAY | March 23, 2007
On this day in 2007, characters from ‘Meet the Robinsons’ began meeting guests in what was then Disney-MGM Studios at Walt Disney World. Lewis Robinson, Wilbur Robinson, and Bowler Hat Guy interacted with fans inside the Magic of Disney Animation building for the rest of the year. The meet & greet began a week before…
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Cast Member to Guest Pin Trading Returning to Walt Disney World
Guests of the Walt Disney World Resort have been waiting patiently for one of their favorite activities to return, and they won’t have to wait much longer. In a video posted on the Disney Parks Instagram, Cast Member to Guest pin trading will officially return to Walt Disney World on Sunday, April 7. @disneyparks Dust…
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Geek Eats: Cheddar Biscuit Recipe from Roundup Rodeo BBQ at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Roundup Rodeo BBQ opened up on March 23, 2023. As it celebrates being open for a year, Disney has shared a recipe to a popular offering at the restaurant in Toy Story Land. When guests step inside of the world of toys found in Andy’s backyard and then into Roundup Rodeo BBQ, they are treated…
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This Summer is a Summer of Joy at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Summer is coming and with it, there will be quite a few fun offerings to be enjoyed throughout Walt Disney World Resort. This includes a celebration of the 30th anniversary of The Lion King at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, a new Encanto show at EPCOT, and of course the arrival of Princess Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at…
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Disney’s Animal Kingdom to Celebrate 30th Anniversary of ‘The Lion King’
Have a “roaring” good time this summer at Disney’s Animal Kingdom as the park celebrates the 30th anniversary of “The Lion King.”
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Drone Show Coming This Summer to Disney Springs
Drones will be lighting up the nights above Disney Springs this summer! Today, Walt Disney World Resort is making multiple announcements about different exciting things that will be offered this summer. This new drone show, Disney Dreams That Soar, is one of these summertime offerings that visitors to Disney Springs will be able to enjoy.…
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‘¡Celebración Encanto!’ Coming to Newly Opened CommuniCore Plaza Stage at EPCOT in June!
Progress continues to be made at EPCOT on finishing the last part of its years-long transformation. Soon, the walls will be down and guests will be able to wander around and in the new CommuniCore Hall and see entertainment on the CommuniCore Plaza stage. Disney has announced that starting on June 10th, these things and…
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“EPCOT Becoming” Heading to Nat Geo April 29
This Spring, National Geographic will be sharing its television special on the transformation of EPCOT over the past few years. “EPCOT Becoming” will follow the journey to transform the theme park into a complete experience of edutainment! Here is the description of the program from National Geographic: EPCOT BECOMING showcases the reimagining of EPCOT® for a…
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Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Honored at 30th Annual Thea Awards
Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, one of the newest offerings at the Walt Disney World Resort, was honored over the weekend by the Themed Entertainment Association (TEA). “The Thea Awards honor individuals, projects, and technologies in the arena of themed attractions and experiences worldwide,” the TEA website. Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind was…
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Kali River Rapids | DISNEY THIS DAY | March 18, 1999
On this day in 1999, the Kali River Rapids attraction opened at Disney’s Animal Kingdom in Florida, nearly a year after the park opened. Guests embark on a rafting expedition hosted by Kali Rapids Expeditions through the lush jungles of Asia. However, evidence of illegal logging along the way delivers a warning about the destruction…
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Make the Friendship Bracelets on Disney Cruise Line Ships
Are you ready for it? With Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour (Taylor’s Version) hitting Disney+ last night (review here), Swifties have been more excited than ever to share their passion with others. For a limited time, guests can visit Disney Springs to celebrate their favorite era and vacation on a Disney Cruise Line ship…
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106 Year Old Celebrates Birthday With First Ever Walt Disney World Visit
We all dream of visiting a Disney Park on our birthday because it’s one of the best places to celebrate a birthday. While many of us have had the opportunity to do so, it’s not everyday that you get to spend your 106th birthday at Walt Disney World. However, longtime Florida resident Magnolia Jackson did…
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GUIDE: 2024 Easter Treats at the Disney Parks
Easter is coming very soon! Already at the Disneyland Resort, this year’s Eggstravaganza has begun and the chocolate eggs on Main Street are being made and sold. Throughout Disney parks and resorts around the world, there are a lot of fun Easter treats to be found and enjoyed. Below is a comprehensive look at the…
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Disney H2O Glow After Hours Returns to Walt Disney World, Bringing Waves of Neon Fun Starting May 25
Guests can give their summer a “glow-up” and experience Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon after park closing with limited-capacity beach bash event LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – (March 14, 2024) With summer break just around the corner, Walt Disney World Resort guests can get ready to have a “glowing’’ good time when Disney H2O Glow After Hours returns to Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon…
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Pixar Play Parade | DISNEY THIS DAY | March 14, 2008
On this day in 2008, the Pixar Play Parade debuted at Disney California Adventure. It featured units from Pixar favorites like ‘Monsters University,’ ‘The Incredibles,’ ‘Finding Nemo,’ ‘A Bug’s Life,’ ‘Toy Story,’ and ‘Cars.’ The parade ran in DCA until 2017 and then transferred to Disneyland for Pixar Fest in 2018. A version even appeared…
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Chairman of the Board Martin Garcia Departs Central Florida Tourism Oversight District Post
Martin Garcia, the chairman of the board for the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District, is leaving the former Reedy Creek Improvement District. His departure comes shortly after the district administrator left his role to take on the responsibility of being the interim elections supervisor in Orange County. This new role came at half of his…
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Walt Disney World Announces New 4-Park Magic Ticket
Walt Disney World Resort has announced a new discounted ticket for guests this spring and summer. This is a 4-day ticket that allows for admission to each of the 4 Walt Disney World Resort theme parks. This ticket provides 4 different days of admissions to the 4 theme parks. Each of these admissions are for…
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Miss Adventure Falls | DISNEY THIS DAY | March 12, 2017
On this day in 2017, the Miss Adventure Falls raft ride opened in Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon water park at Walt Disney World. The attraction centers around Mary Oceaneer, a Society of Explorers and Adventurers character that was created for the Disney Cruise Line. Originally titled “Miss Fortune Falls,” the ride takes place at the shipwreck…
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COMING SOON: See Disney Dining Availability for Multiple Days for Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts
Disney Dining is about to get a fairly useful and substantial update. Today it was announced by Disney that guests going to the Disneyland or Walt Disney World Resorts will soon be able to see dining availability for multiple days with a single search. Soon guests will be able to see results to their search…
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Disney Shares Magic Behind 3 Topiaries at 2024 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival
The 2024 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival is now in full bloom. As the the festival continues to delight guests with its flowers, entertainment, merchandise, and more, Disney has shared how 3 specifics topiaries are extra magical this year. Read below how these flowers have added magic for this festival with a blend of…
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New Adventures From ‘Ahsoka,’ ‘Andor,’ and ‘The Mandalorian’ Coming to ‘Star Tours – The Adventures Continue’ in April!
Starting on April 5, 2024, Star Tours – The Adventures Continue will be including new characters and destinations come from Ahsoka, Andor, and The Mandalorian. During the adventure, guests might receive transmissions from Ahsoka Tano, Cassian Andor, Din Djarin and Grogu. They also might visit Peridea, from Ahsoka. These updated experiences will be coming to…