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Runners -- and a good number of spectators -- heading to Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend have been waiting eagerly for New Balance to release the 2015 design for its Limited Edition runDisney shoes that will be sold at the Expo, beginning today. They finally got a glimpse of the sneakers on Tuesday, and judging from an abundance of comments on several online message boards, many were disappointed with this year’s design.
Polynesian DVC Sales to Begin – Opening Date Announced
Posted onToday, the Disney Parks Blog announced point sales would begin this month for members and phase 1 should open April 1st. Additional photos and information were also released
Running With Your Kids at the Walt Disney World® Marathon Weekend
Posted onThis January runDisney celebrates the 10th anniversary of Goofy's Race and a Half Challenge. Runners participate in the half marathon on Saturday and the marathon on Sunday, 39.3 miles over 2-days. Once they cross the finish line of the marathon, they not only receive a marathon medal, but they also earn the commemorative anniversary Goofy medal. This one of a kind medal features a spinning Goofy in the middle and clearly commemorates the 10th anniversary.
What to know about traffic and crowds during Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend
Posted onPlanning to visit Walt Disney World this week, either as a day guest or during a multiday vacation? You probably already know this week is Marathon Weekend -- the largest runDisney event of the year -- at the resort. That doesn't necessarily mean you should avoid the theme parks, however, if you aren't participating.
Here's what you need to know before you step foot on Disney property, though.
Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend takes place Wednesday, Jan. 7, through Sunday, Jun. 11. The aspect that most affects visitors is not the crowds but rather the vehicular traffic around the various parks.
New Peter Pan Queue – Magic Kingdom – Walt Disney World
Posted onA few weeks ago, the queue at Peter Pan's Flight was expanded to help alleviate the long outdoor lines this attractions always has. The queue has now been made to look like a portion of the Darling family's home.
Favorite Disney Snacks
Posted onHave you ever picked up a snack at one of the Disney parks, taken a bite and immediately thought, "Wow! This is good! I wish I had discovered this years ago!" That has happened to Carol and I quite a few times over the years and we've "discovered" a few favorites! There is a vast, and ever-changing selection of food choices at Walt Disney World and we often discover new choices. Here are a few of our current "faves".
AllEarsNet TV Shows in 2014
Posted onIn 2014 we began production of our very own video show on YouTube called AllEarsNet TV. Your response has been great and we are so glad you are enjoying the show! (Be sure to read the entire blog for YOUR chance to win an AllEars prize pack!)
Walt Disney World Marathon Expo begins Jan. 7 and is free to public
Posted onrunDisney’s most extensive collection of races - Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend - begins Wednesday. If you’re not participating as either a runner or a chEAR member, you might be like my family as been in the past and want to avoid all the traffic and road closures.
However, if you have an interest in fitness, there is one aspect you might want to check out and it’s completely free - except for your inevitable spending spree, that is. The runDisney Health & Fitness Expo takes place Jan. 7 to 10 at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex, and it’s open not just to registered participants but to the public. Even the parking is free! (How often can you say that at Disney World?!)
Three Kings Day at the Disneyland Resort
Posted onThis weekend, January 2-6, 2015, Disney California Adventure will once again finish off its popular "Disney ¡Viva Navidad!" event with its annual Three Kings Day Finale. Interviews and photos!
