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Hidden Mickeys around Walt Disney World

Posted on by Steve Barrett
Various paintings hang on the walls in The Plaza Restaurant in the Magic Kingdom. This painting is on a rear wall to the right as you enter. Two sets of small circles on the front of this woman’s dress suggest classic Mickeys. One group of circles is near and below her right hand. The other … Continue reading "Hidden Mickeys around Walt Disney World"
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U.S. Army’s 82nd Airborne Division Celebrated at Walt Disney World

Posted on by Debra Martin Koma
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., August 10, 2017 — Magic Kingdom Park guests stood proudly alongside more than 130 veterans and soldiers this evening during a special flag retreat ceremony, honoring the 82nd Airborne Division of the United States Army’s centennial year. An elite airborne infantry unit, the 82nd Airborne Division was established in August 1917, … Continue reading "U.S. Army’s 82nd Airborne Division Celebrated at Walt Disney World"
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Disney Pic of the Week: Landscape Magic Kingdom

Posted on by AllEars
As Scott mentioned yesterday, Disney Imagineers are experts when it comes to “forced perspective”. It tricks the eye into believing something is larger /taller than it really is. Walt was famous for this as he tried to deal with the space limitations at Disneyland. Here is a recent example from the New Fantasyland, the Beast’s … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week: Landscape Magic Kingdom"
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The Happiest Horses on Earth

Posted on by Gary Cruise
When you walk along Main Street USA and you hear that familiar tune start to play, “Clang Clang Clang Went the Trolley“you know exactly what’s coming! If you’re like Carol and I you always stop beside that horse-drawn trolley for a few minutes to watch those talented dancers perform . . . and you probably … Continue reading "The Happiest Horses on Earth"
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Welcome back, Disney World passholders! Don’t miss these experiences

Posted on by AllEars
This week, it was announced that the summer blackout for Silver and Weekday Select passholders would be lifted early. As a result, those passholders can re-enter Walt Disney World parks on Tuesday, Aug. 1. If this applies to you, here’s a look at what you may have missed this summer and what you can look … Continue reading "Welcome back, Disney World passholders! Don’t miss these experiences"
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New Tron Attraction Coming to Magic Kingdom

Posted on by Debra Martin Koma
Tron — the highest-rated attraction at Shanghai Disneyland — is coming to Walt Disney World Resort in Florida! The new Tron attraction will sit in an entirely new area right next to the Space Mountain attraction at Magic Kingdom Park. Bob Chapek, Chairman of Walt Disney Parks & Resorts, made the announcement during the Walt … Continue reading "New Tron Attraction Coming to Magic Kingdom"
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Theater Inspired by Willis Wood Theater to Debut in Magic Kingdom

Posted on by Jack Marshall
A new venue for world-class entertainment is coming to Main Street, U.S.A. at Magic Kingdom Park in Florida. And a first look at the new theater was just unveiled minutes ago at D23 Expo 2017. If the image of the theater looks familiar, that’s because the new entertainment venue will be based on the iconic … Continue reading "Theater Inspired by Willis Wood Theater to Debut in Magic Kingdom"
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Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Chairman Bob Chapek Announces Extraordinary Line-up of Experiences Coming to Disney Parks around the Globe

Posted on by Jack Marshall
Today at D23 Expo 2017, Walt Disney Parks and Resorts announced an extraordinary line-up of brand new attractions and experiences coming to its parks and resorts around the world as it continues to revolutionize the guest experience, starting from before guests even arrive for a Disney vacation to the many memories that last a lifetime.
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