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Soundtrack Preview Festival of Fantasy Parade

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The time is drawing closer for the debut of the Magic Kingdom’s brand new parade, Festival of Fantasy. The new original soundtrack is by Composer Mark Hammond. Here is a “Behind the Scenes” video (released by the Disney Parks Blog) of Mark and Senior Music Producer Dan Stamper offering a glimpse of the new soundtrack.
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Jim’s Attic: The Walt Disney World Time Capsule That Never Was

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The Walt Disney World Time Capsule That Never Was By Jim Korkis Disney Historian Jim Korkis goes up into his imaginary attic to rummage around his archives and often stumbles across an unusual story about Walt Disney World. Those who have met me know that I take real joy in talking about Walt Disney. One … Continue reading "Jim’s Attic: The Walt Disney World Time Capsule That Never Was"
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Disney Festival of Fantasy Parade Pours on the Whimsy at Walt Disney World Resort this March

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New Magic Kingdom Parade To Include Characters from “Frozen” LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – A fire-breathing dragon” a pirate ship with smoking cannons” a music box that’s a seashell” sassy Bubble Girls with cotton-candy hair” a mega-sized bagpipe. Classic Disney fantasies soar to new heights with the all-new Disney Festival of Fantasy Parade set to … Continue reading "Disney Festival of Fantasy Parade Pours on the Whimsy at Walt Disney World Resort this March"
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Disney Festival of Fantasy Fun Facts

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The Disney Festival of Fantasy Parade continues a long tradition of classic parades in the Magic Kingdom dating back to opening day more than 40 years ago. Some fun facts: Parade features a cast of more than 100 Disney characters from more than a dozen classic stories are represented among nine parade floats
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Restroom Evolution

Posted on by Jack Spence
We all know that much of Disneyland’s success was due to its innovative theming and storytelling. No other amusement park before Disneyland featured the attention to detail that this new Anaheim park offered. But that was only part of the formula to success. Cleanliness was another major component to the “Disney Difference.” Walt wanted his … Continue reading "Restroom Evolution"
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Disney Festival of Fantasy Parade Puts Contemporary Touches on Timeless Favorites

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his March, Walt Disney World Resort guests will feast their eyes on some of the most extravagant and elaborate costume designs in Disney Parks history when the cast of Disney Festival of Fantasy Parade dance through the streets of Magic Kingdom. A new daytime parade, Disney Festival of Fantasy Parade is a celebration of New Fantasyland at Magic Kingdom. The parade will bring beloved characters found in this enchanting land to Main Street, U.S.A. with innovative parade floats; a new soundtrack featuring classic favorites from Disney films and an original theme song; and an impressive array of stunning costumes.
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Liberty Tree Tavern: A “Revolutionary” Dining Experience

Posted on by Andrew Rossi
Liberty Square features a little bit of everything. It has two of the most classic Disney attractions in the Haunted Mansion and Hall of Presidents, various little shops such as Yankee Trader and Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe, as well as a number of dining experiences, such as Sleepy Hollow for snacks and the counter service restaurant Columbia Harbour House. Even though Magic Kingdom has a limited number of sit-down restaurants, Liberty Square's Liberty Tree Tavern still tends to be overlooked by many as they make their way past toward Frontierland. However, this restaurant provides Guests a tremendously themed dining experience that helps make it one of the best dining options at Magic Kingdom.
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Where in the World #318

Posted on by Erin Blackwell
To all who come to this photo trivia game, Welcome! Along the way, the photos can make us relive memories and see details Walt’s Imagineers put into everything we love in Walt Disney World! Wendy Barney, bon voyage on your Disney vacation! Yes, please tell the Mouse that I said: Rob and April Vanderpool, where … Continue reading "Where in the World #318"
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More Hidden Mickeys and Images at Epcot and the Magic Kingdom

Posted on by Steve Barrett
It’s always been a challenge for me to snap clear photos in Spaceship Earth. I may be improving with practice because recently I came away with a few decent photos. A Hidden Surprise (one of many along the Spaceship Earth journey) is in the radio booth to your left, just before the living room family … Continue reading "More Hidden Mickeys and Images at Epcot and the Magic Kingdom"
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