Extra Fun with Extra Magic Hours
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Guests at Walt Disney World Resort Theme Parks often arrive at the park opening and frequently head straight to a favorite attraction hoping to enjoy it before the crowds. How can you avoid long lines at the most popular attractions and enjoy still more time in the Theme Parks? If you are a guest at a Disney Resort Hotel, then Disney’s Extra Magic Hours are just for you.
Extra Magic Hours are those extended hours beyond the standard schedule that allow guests of select Walt Disney World...
May 24th, 2009 | Jenni Ingersoll | Read More | Comments: 5Filed under: Disney World Resort hotels, Extra Magic hours, Hotels & Places to Stay, Walt Disney World
Almost Like Winning a Free Vacation
... blog. Hannah, I have some good news and some bad news for you. The bad news is that that particular contest has expired.
The good news is that Walt Disney World Resort has a current offer allowing kids 3-9 to stay, play and dine for FREE!
When adult guests purchase a 4-night/5-day vacation package that includes room, Theme Park tickets (one park per day) and Disney Dining Plan, children staying in the same room are free. This package is available most Sunday – Thursday nights beginning...
May 22nd, 2009 | Jenni Ingersoll | Read More | Comments: 1Filed under: Disney Dining Plan, Disney Resort hotels, Disney Resort packages, Extra Magic hours, Hotels & Places to Stay, Magic Kingdom, Restaurants & Bars, Walt Disney World
The Stars Come Out at Select Disney Resorts
... screen as a family friendly Disney film is shown nightly.
I spoke with a cast member at the front desk of The Polynesian, who confirmed that all Walt Disney World guests may attend these nightly gatherings free of charge. S’mores kits and marshmallows are available for purchase for those guests wishing to roast marshmallows.
As a mother, I have found that I can have the most elaborate plans mapped out, and yet it is those simple things that really make the trip. This sounds like an ideal...
May 20th, 2009 | Jenni Ingersoll | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: Ft. Wilderness Resort and Campground, Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, outdoor movies, Polynesian Resort, Seven Seas Lagoon, Smores, Walt Disney World
Witness History with Launch of Space Shuttle
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... and enjoy a buffet meal!
While the shuttles launch into space is visible from the entire Central Florida area, if you wish to combine a visit to Walt Disney World with an up close view of the launch, transportation packages from the Orlando area are available.
A previous post give some great insight on the shuttle experience. Channel your inner Walter Cronkite and don’t miss this chance to witness one of the most amazing sights on Earth.
Photo courtesy of jurvetson @ flickr
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May 16th, 2009 | Jenni Ingersoll | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: Kennedy Space Center, places to view shuttle launch, Space Shuttle launch, Walt Disney World
Traveling with Small Children to Walt Disney World
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Traveling to Walt Disney World with small children can be a bit overwhelming with so much to see and do and eat, yet, it is AMAZING! I recently heard from several readers seeking advice for their upcoming trips with their young travelers. Here are my suggestions:
What attractions are best?
The post, Top Ten Attractions for Toddlers, has some great suggestions. The beauty of Walt Disney World is that it is always changing and adding to the theme parks. Here are some attractions that I would...
May 13th, 2009 | Jenni Ingersoll | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: Animal Kingdom, Character meals, Disneys-Hollywood-Studios, Epcot, Magic Kingdom, monorail, Restaurants & Bars, Traveling with small children, Walt Disney World
Stitch’s Supersonic Celebration is Now Entertaining Tomorrowland Guests
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The wait is over as Stitch’s Supersonic Celebration, is in full swing. Inspired by his favorite singer, Elvis, and with the help of rocking robots and dancing divas, our favorite alien pal, Stitch, gets into the galactic groove in the new show which runs six times daily in the Magic Kingdom theme park. The 25-minute interactive show features real-time animation and plenty of surprises.
The new Tomorrowland attraction features the same cutting-edge technology used in Turtle Talk With...
May 12th, 2009 | Jenni Ingersoll | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: Hotels & Places to Stay, Lilo & Stitch, Magic Kingdom, Stitch, Stitch's Supersonic Celebration, Tomorrowland, Walt Disney World
Can You Keep a Secret?
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So you are taking the family to Walt Disney World. You have made all the decisions and all the reservations are set. But, there is one burning question — Do you tell the children you’re going or keep it a surprise?
On one hand, if you tell the children, they can help in the planning and really feel apart of the trip. They can help select the dining options - which characters do they really want to see at a meal? They can help choose what theme parks to attend and even help design...
May 9th, 2009 | Jenni Ingersoll | Read More | Comments: 1Filed under: Dining at Disney, Disneys-Hollywood-Studios, Mickey Mouse, Walt Disney World, Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin
It’s Ticket Time for Magic Kingdom Spooky and Spirited Parties
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Tickets go on sale May 1 for two very popular events at Disney’s Magic Kingdom theme park – Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party and Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. These family favorite parties can only be attended with an event ticket and with only a limited number sold, popular dates often “sell-out”.
The Halloween-themed special event is appropriate for children on all ages and is held on select dates in September, October and November 1 from 7:00...
April 30th, 2009 | Jenni Ingersoll | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: Magic Kingdom, Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party, Mickeys-Not-So-Scary-Halloween-Party, Walt Disney World
Use a FASTPASS — Skip the Wait
... go enjoy other attractions in the park and upon their return, at the designated time, enter the attraction with little or no wait.
The following Walt Disney World attractions are currently offering the FASTPASS option:
Magic Kingdom: Splash Mountain, Space Mountain, Jungle Cruise, The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh, Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin, Peter Pan’s Flight, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, “Mickey’s PhilharMagic;” Stitch’s Great...
April 20th, 2009 | Jenni Ingersoll | Read More | Comments: 4Filed under: Animal Kingdom, Disneyland & California Adventure, Disneys-Hollywood-Studios, Epcot, Fastpass, Magic Kingdom, popular attractions, theme parks, Walt Disney World
Celebrate “Galaxy Day” in Tomorrowland at Stitch’s SuperSonic Celebration
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Stitch’s SuperSonic Celebration is a new interactive feature coming soon to the Tomorrowland area of Magic Kingdom theme park. The action begins as a live broadcast of Tomorrowland News Network hosted by Tip Trendo, is interrupted by a video transmission from Stitch who was assigned to cover Galaxy Day — a special celebration where everyone celebrates everything worth celebrating!
Stitch, the maker of mischief and everybody’s favorite galactic pal, is always up for a good party!...
April 19th, 2009 | Jenni Ingersoll | Read More | Comments: 2Filed under: Magic Kingdom, Stitch, Stitch's Great Escape, Tomorrowland, Walt Disney World
There’s Music Playing, Disney Characters Swaying and Dancing in the Streets
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It’s party time as a new interactive show filled with music, dancing and surprises invites you to Move It! Shake It! Celebrate It! in front of Cinderella’s Castle at Magic Kingdom Theme Park.
This new Must-Do magical street party begins as Disney Characters, giant gift-wrapped package floats, stilt-walkers and other performers, promenade down Main Street toward Cinderella’s Castle. Once the party stops at the castle, the “gift boxes” burst open revealing favorite Disney...
April 18th, 2009 | Jenni Ingersoll | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: Arts and Entertainment, Disney Characters, Magic Kingdom, Mickey Mouse, parades at Disney, Walt Disney World
Free Dining Plan Vacation Package Offer
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Going to Walt Disney World between Aug. 16 and Oct. 3, 2009? Planning on staying 5-nights/6-days at a Disney Resort hotel and purchasing a ticket package? Then you have an extra reason to celebrate – a vacation featuring the Disney Dining Plan for FREE!
The popular dining plan includes one quick-service meal, one snack and one table-service meal for each night of your package stay. The Free plan is available for guests buying a 5-night/6-day room and theme park ticket package for most nights...
April 16th, 2009 | Jenni Ingersoll | Read More | Comments: 1Filed under: Disney Dining Plan, Disney Resort hotels, Hotels & Places to Stay, Restaurants & Bars, Saving Money at Disney, Walt Disney World
Fishing For Fun at Walt Disney World Resort
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Enjoy Bass Fishing at its finest all year round at Walt Disney World® Resort. Whether you are an avid fisherman or a first-timer, you will get hooked on this eco-friendly, catch and release experience as all Disney Resort lakes are abundant with large-mouth bass.
Two-hour fishing excursions can be booked for up to four guests from various Disney Resort Marinas. Journey out on Bay Lake and Seven Seas Lagoon or make your way on Crescent Lake and World Showcase Lagoon for a great day of fishing with...
April 10th, 2009 | Jenni Ingersoll | Read More | Comments: 1Filed under: Catch and Release, fishing, Recreation & Sports, Walt Disney World
Spring Break? Go to School at Typhoon Lagoon
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Spring break is here and surf’s up at Walt Disney World Resort with the reopening of Typhoon Lagoon water park. The park features attractions for the whole family – from fast water slides to a children’s area with pint-sized raft rides.
Guests can snorkel Shark Reef – with real sharks – and test three different roller coaster-like water slides. Up for something a little more relaxing? Grab an inner tube for a gentle journey along Castaway Creek, a 2,000 foot meandering...
March 30th, 2009 | Jenni Ingersoll | Read More | Comments: 2Filed under: body surfing, Recreation & Sports, Shark Reef, surf lessons, Typhoon Lagoon, Walt Disney World, water parks
Disney’s Armed Forces Salute offers Free, Multi-day Admission to Theme Parks in 2009
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America’s military personnel will have extra reason to celebrate free multi-day admission to the theme parks at Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort in Southern California!
Disney’s Armed Forces Salute will offer active and retired U.S. military personnel, including active and retired members of the U.S. Coast Guard and activated members of the National Guard Reservists complimentary, multi-day admission into Disney’s U.S. theme parks, great rates at select Walt Disney...
March 28th, 2009 | Jenni Ingersoll | Read More | Comments: 1Filed under: Disney Armed Forces Salute, Disneyland & California Adventure, Hotels & Places to Stay, Military discounts, Park hopper tickets, Saving Money at Disney, Walt Disney World, Walt Disney World Resort, Walt Disney World Resort hotels
Walt Disney Swan and Dolphin Resorts Offer Birthday Freebies
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Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resorts are jumping on the birthday bandwagon with the following offer from their website:
In addition to Walt Disney World’s offer of a complimentary theme park ticket on your birthday, the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort, a Four Diamond luxury resort ideally located in the heart of Walt Disney World®, is offering the following:
A complimentary room on your birthday with a minimum three-night stay*
PLUS, dine in one of the resort’s signature,...
March 24th, 2009 | Jenni Ingersoll | Read More | Comments: 1Filed under: Free admission on birthday, Hotels & Places to Stay, Restaurants & Bars, Walt Disney World, Walt Disney World Resort, Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin
Disney World Birthday Gifts – Free Admission and Free Night Stay!
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Did you know you can celebrate your birthday with a great gift of free admission to one of the Walt Disney World Theme Parks during 2009. The free admission is only on your birthday, and you must register and receive a confirmation message to use as your admittance. Don’t forget your I.D. or proof of your birthdate.
Now, here is the icing on the cake -a free night stay on your birthday! Holiday Inn Main Gate East is providing a birthday package with a minimum 3 nights stay required.
On...
March 23rd, 2009 | Jenni Ingersoll | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: birthday pin, Crystal Palace, Disneys-Hollywood-Studios, Free admission on birthday, Magic Kingdom, Restaurants & Bars, The Brown Derby, Walt Disney World, Walt Disney World Resort hotels
Disney Resort Hotels Among Top Ten Hotels for Families
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There are so many wonderful options for lodging near Walt Disney World it can be difficult to select one for your next vacation. Perhaps this recently released list from TripAdvisor of the TOP TEN HOTELS FOR FAMILIES can help you choose. Included in that list are six from the Orlando area, with two being Disney Resort hotels.
Disney’s Pop Century Resort
This Disney Value Resort is located near Epcot Theme Park, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, The Boardwalk and Disney’s Wide...
March 21st, 2009 | Jenni Ingersoll | Read More | Comments: 3Filed under: Boardwalk, Disney Resort hotels, Disney's Pop Century Resort, Disney's Wilderness Lodge, Disneys-Hollywood-Studios, Epcot, Hotels & Places to Stay, Walt Disney World, Walt Disney World Resort, Wide World of Sports
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