Enchanted Tales with Belle – A Peak Behind the New Fantasyland Walls

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Information and Photos from the Disney Parks Blog by Jennifer Fickley-Baker “Beauty and the Beast” was released in theaters in 1991, and to say that I was obsessed with this movie is putting it mildly. I was 12 years old when it debuted and I must’ve seen the film at least 10 times that summer. … Continue reading "Enchanted Tales with Belle – A Peak Behind the New Fantasyland Walls"
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Where in the World #178

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Congratulations to Danielle Ciotti on getting married! Hi to Linda Mac and thank you to Greg Papa for the wonderful note! For Maryann and Courtney Crowe, I have this quote: “There’s a great big beautiful tomorrow, Shining at the end of every day. There’s a great big beautiful tomorrow, And tomorrow is just a dream … Continue reading "Where in the World #178"
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Disney World: What’s New, What’s Next May 11-16, 2011

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Wednesday, May 11 We checked in at our resort a day before the D23 events began so that we could get settled at the resort and eat at a couple of our favorite places. We spent the morning at Epcot. The renovations in Mouse Gear are finished. When you walk in, at least at the … Continue reading "Disney World: What’s New, What’s Next May 11-16, 2011"
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Enchanted Tiki Room to Transform this Summer Magic Kingdom

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Walt Disney Imagineering announced earlier today at D23’s Destination D: Walt Disney World 40th event that The Enchanted Tiki Room (Under New Management) at Magic Kingdom Park is already undergoing changes behind closed doors that will reshape the attraction into a version reminiscent of the original show. The Walt Disney World attraction, originally called Tropical … Continue reading "Enchanted Tiki Room to Transform this Summer Magic Kingdom"
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July Disney World Calendar

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This float is from the SpectroMagic Parade in the Magic Kingdom. I photographed this parade just in time, right before it was replaced with the Main Street Electrical Parade. You will need to have Adobe Reader on your computer to download the calendar(s). Just click on the photo to download the calendar you want. When … Continue reading "July Disney World Calendar"
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Where in the World #176

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Hi, guys! I have to start with an apology to Jamie Poynton, Maryann Eckenrode, and Zac Fangman. Somehow, I didn’t copy your correct answers to Challenge 174: the tikis at the Polynesian. I entered you into this week since I didn’t have you in last week. On a more positive note: Congratulations to Mike Ventura … Continue reading "Where in the World #176"
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Theme Park Snapshot – May 5, 2011

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Day 2 of my very short trip to Orlando: Since today was a Magic Kingdom day, I figured it would be a great chance to check out all the new things since my last visit two months ago — and there have been quite a few. My first stop was at the new Town Square … Continue reading "Theme Park Snapshot – May 5, 2011"
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The Haunted Mansion Comes Alive!

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The hitchhiking ghosts have found new ways to interact and play with you. And today, Imagineers are sharing their stories on how it all came together. Using some of the newest and most innovative technologies, you’re placed at the center of the story right in your “Doom Buggy” at the Walt Disney World Resort. It’s … Continue reading "The Haunted Mansion Comes Alive!"
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Disney World: What’s New, What’s Next April 21, 2011

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On April 21, we went to Magic Kingdom and Downtown Disney. A lot of changes had been made in since we were at Disney World the last time. These banners had been added to Town Square Theater: The scrims on the Confectionery had been partially rolled up and it’s looking great! Easter displays were in … Continue reading "Disney World: What’s New, What’s Next April 21, 2011"
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