The Disney Premium: It Costs How Much?

Written by at May 23, 2013

Lani takes a look at the cost and value of runDisney events

The Villas at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa Now Selling

Written by at May 23, 2013

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Beginning Thursday, May 23, current Disney Vacation Club members will be able to purchase real estate interests at what will be Disney Vacation Club’s 12th resort. General sales will begin June 19.

Disney Vacation Club is building 106 two-bedroom equivalent villas on the shores of Seven Seas Lagoon as part of a previously announced expansion of Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa that will also include a lively children’s water-play area and other amenities.

Once opened, the new property will feature deluxe studios and one-bedroom villas that sleep five guests, as well as two-bedroom villas that sleep nine guests. Additionally, expansive grand villas will sleep 12 guests and will feature multiple bedrooms and bathrooms, as well as a media room with a home theater system, all designed to bring families closer to create memories that last a lifetime. All of the deluxe studios and villas will feature decor reminiscent of the Victorian era, made playful and relaxed with classic Disney touches

Behind the Scenes: Recording the Soundtrack for Test Track Presented by Chevrolet at Epcot

Written by at May 23, 2013

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What are some of the sounds that make Epcot, well, Epcot for you? The laughter of Figment? The uplifting music of Soarin’? The narrator’s dim of the torches before IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth

Creating Costumes for ‘Mickey and the Magical Map’ at Disneyland Park

Written by at May 22, 2013

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We’re just a few days away from the premiere of “Mickey and the Magical Map,” the spectacular new musical production being staged in the Fantasyland Theatre at Disneyland park

Observations from Disney’s Animal Kingdom: May 21, 2013

Written by at May 22, 2013

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A few days ago I heard from some friends over at Disney Hipsters that there were laser effects working on Dinosaur that had been broken for years. I also heard from a friend that the bird at the top of Expedition Everest near the broken track was working. I decided it was time for a [...]

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Imagineer previews the “Up”-inspired Wilderness Explorers experience headed to Walt Disney World this summer

Written by at May 22, 2013

Imagineer previews the “Up”-inspired Wilderness Explorers experience headed to Walt Disney World this summer

Set to debut within the next few weeks, the Wilderness Explorers experience is coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom, inviting guests to experience the park in engaging and challenging ways. After taking the official pledge, guests explore the park at their leisure armed with field guides, earning sticker badges along the way as they complete challenges,

‘We Got the Beat’ at America Gardens Theatre throughout 18th Epcot International Food & Wine Festival

Written by at May 22, 2013

19 ‘Eat to the Beat’ Musical Acts Perform Sept. 27-Nov. 11 LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – Top musical acts ranging from the Go-Go’s and Hanson to The Manhattan Transfer and Boyz II Men will rock audiences with their greatest hits during the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival Sept. 27-Nov. 11 at Walt Disney World

Putting More ‘Room’ in Staterooms on the Disney Magic

Written by at May 22, 2013

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If you’ve ever cruised with Disney Cruise Line, you know that all of our staterooms are designed with families in mind. We know that traveling families always need more space, so features are included in each room to provide more usable space, like the split-bath feature that Disney introduced to the cruise industry

First Look: Mickey Mouse and Friends Onstage for ‘Mickey and the Magical Map’ at Disneyland Park

Written by at May 22, 2013

First Look: Mickey Mouse and Friends Onstage for ‘Mickey and the Magical Map’ at Disneyland Park

It’s almost here! We’re just a few days away from the premiere of “Mickey and the Magical Map” in the newly refurbished Fantasyland Theatre at Disneyland park. Mickey Mouse and his friends have been rehearsing their ears off (see what I did?), and we’ve got the first photos of the star of the show along with some of his friends onstage

Autumn 2013 Brings Fall “Color” of Epcot Food & Wine, Boo-tiful Fun, Night of Joy, an Opening Fit for a Princess – and more — to Walt…

Written by at May 22, 2013

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. –Fall 2013 is a grand celebration at Walt Disney World Resort, marked by festivals, special events and other nonstop fun leading up to the holidays. On land – and sea – Disney guests will find unrivaled excitement. As temperatures cool, the fun heats up. Here’s a look around the Florida Vacation