Tag: Walt Disney World
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Firing Up Seven Dwarfs & Frozen Tokyo Disneyland – Geeks Corner – Episode 405
Welcome to Geeks Corner! Halloween has passed, Christmas is coming, and the month of Thanksgiving is here! If you have been around the corner for awhile, you know that Geeks Corner is BIG on Thanksgiving! This is the month of thanks so before anything gets going, take a moment to leave a comment of what…
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Apple Pay Coming to Walt Disney World and Disney Stores
The Disney geek world has been chattering away after Apple’s announcement that it’s new payment system, Apple Pay, would be utilized at the Walt Disney World Resort and also in Disney Stores. This came with the announcement of two devices that will enable the use of this new Apple Pay system: the iPhone 6 (and iPhone 6…
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101 Dogs Show Their Disney Side at the Magic Kingdom
This past Saturday at Walt Disney World, 101 dogs showed up in their best Disney Side attire. Dogs from all over walked the green carpet down Main Street U.S.A. as a part of Disney Side Dog’s Day. The day included a walk around the Magic Kingdom and a costume contest held by Goofy. In addition, Animal…
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Villains Unleashed Dapper Day – Geeks Corner – Episode 348
Welcome to this week’s episode of Geeks Corner! We are now live-streaming our episodes and this week’s episode is the GREAT experiment. Please let us know how it turns out and what we can do better! This week we start things off by talking about the Disney Villains Unleashed event at Disney’s Hollywood Studios at…
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Running with Disney
Why in the World would anyone run over 13 miles for FUN?! Well… over 17,000 people continually sign up and participate in a single runDisney Half Marathon and, covering both coasts, there are 7 Half Marathons within the year to get in on. Some amazing athletes participate in ALL of them! Not only that, Disney also…
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Does Your Pet Dog Have a Disney Side?
Even your pet has a Disney Side, so why not show it off? Taking place on August 30 at Walt Disney World, Disney Side Dog’s Day will bring forth dogs dressed showing their Disney Side. Before the park opens, 101 pet dogs will make their trek into the Magic Kingdom. Not only will they be…
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Walt Disney World’s Disney Springs Receives a Storyline
Disney Imagineer’s have released further details about the transformation of Walt Disney World’s Downtown Disney into Disney Springs. This location will have over 150 shops, restaurants and entertainment options to enjoy. Disney Springs will also tell a story, from the costumes to the building’s architecture. Check out the video below as Disney Imagineer, Theron Skees,…
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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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Disney Around the World – Geeks Corner – Episode 340
This week on Geeks Corner we go on a tour around the globe of Disney Theme Parks. Murray just returned from Walt Disney World and shares about his experiences there. We also check out a new cat Gelatoni (we think?) from Tokyo Disney. The tour continues with stops at Disneyland Paris to chat about Ratatouille:…
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All Fine After Accident at Lights, Motors, Action Stunt Show Crash [Updated with Video]
Everyone is apparently fine after a crash during the Lights, Motors, Action! Extreme Stunt Show. Moments after the crash photos and videos of the aftermath started to trickle onto the net. The stunt that apparently did not work is part of the climax of the show. Here is what was supposed to happen: Looking at…
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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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Magic Plane takes to the Skies
What happens when you put teams from WestJet, WestJet Vacations and Disney Parks & Resorts (Canada) together to design an airplane? The Magic Plane comes to the skies and transports guests around the world aboard WestJet’s newest jet, with a little dose of Disney magic. The plane is a flying dose of Disney magic. With artwork…
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Families With Little Ones Enjoy Special Savings at Walt Disney World Early in 2014
Take advantage of great rates on a vacation package when you stay and play at Walt Disney World Resort LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – ‘Tis the season for jolly surprises, so there’s no better time than now for families with little ones to pop the good news to their about-to-be-elated child… You’re going to Disney…
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Talking Mickey Finds Home at Magic Kingdom
A couple of years ago the internet was buzzing as “talking Mickey” made his debut on the porch of his house in Toon Town at Disneyland back in March of 2011. Move forward a couple of years and this morning the Disney Parks Blog revealed that Mickey will be talking with guests as he performs…
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D23 Expo in Japan Offers Glimpse at AVATAR Renderings for Disney’s Animal Kingdom (Video Update)
Things have gotten off to a good start at the D23 Expo in Japan with an announcement by Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Chairman Tom Staggs about AVATAR, which is coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom at the Walt Disney World Resort. While a presentation was made at the D23 Expo in Japan, Staggs also shared…
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International Talk Like a Pirate Day: How to Talk Like a Pirate
Today is International Talk Like a Pirate Day. This is the day where people celebrate that a bunch of scurvy rats who once terrorized the seas by speaking like them. Beyond the fact that pirates most likely were not nice people (have you actually listened to the lyrics of “Yo Ho (A Pirate’s Life for…
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Months of Events, Openings and More Bring Added Magic as 2014 Launches at Walt Disney World Resort
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – The new year spells new excitement as 2014 heralds magical events, special openings and much more at Walt Disney World Resort. Here’s a look at what’s in store in the Vacation Kingdom from January through May: Captain America Now Visiting Recruits onboard Disney Magic A “Marvel”-ous time is underway onboard the…
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Food Trucks Coming to Downtown Disney
It seems that everywhere one visits food trucks are showing up. Food trucks have become incredibly popular for both professional and amateur foodies across the country. Recently at the D23 Expo in Anaheim, several food trucks could be found feeding the masses outside of the main entrance. Soon, guests visiting the Walt Disney World Resort…
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Fit For Royalty! Happily-Ever-After Dreams Come True at Princess Fairytale Hall, Latest Jewel in New Fantasyland Expansion at Walt Disney World Resort
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. — The fantasy world of Disney royalty becomes reality in the all-new Princess Fairytale Hall, where Magic Kingdom guests get to live out their dream of meeting a real Disney princess. Opening to guests Sept. 18, the enchanting new home to Cinderella, Rapunzel and the princesses who visit them is fit…
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Storybook Circus Giggle Gang
One of the unexpected favorites for our group visiting Walt Disney World this summer was a clown troupe called the Storybook Circus Giggle Gang. This show is found at the entrance of Storybook Circus in New Fantasyland at the Magic Kingdom. There are three clowns in this troupe with the names of Chuckles Buffoon McMonkeyshine III, Whinny…
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Fall Into Savings with Walt Disney World Resort Hotel Offers
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. — It’s a great time to stay at the Walt Disney Resort, where great rates and special offers are available throughout the fall. Guests who purchase a non-discounted six night/seven day Magic Your Way package at select Walt Disney World Resort hotels will receive a free dining plan for use during travel…
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Walt Disney World Resort at Holidaytime Unwraps Festive Traditions, Glistening Ice Castle and Seasonal Spectacles
LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLA. – Disney elves blend yuletide traditions and Christmas cheer to create a wintry wonderland ready for holiday revelers at Walt Disney World Resort and Disney Cruise Line as early as November 8. Highlights: Magic Kingdom Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party will have 19 magical nights from November 8-December 20. For a quarter…