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Epcot Celebrates Coco with New Entertainment, Interactive Exhibits

Posted on by Debra Martin Koma
This holiday season, guests of Epcot will get a taste of the magic and music of Disney-Pixar’s film “Coco,” which is now playing in theaters. From now until January 6, 2018, El Mariachi Coco de Santa Cecilia, a new musical group inspired by the film, will entertain guests at the Mexico pavilion. Named for the … Continue reading "Epcot Celebrates Coco with New Entertainment, Interactive Exhibits"
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Backstage Magic Tour

Posted on by AllEars
Years, and I do mean years ago, I took the Backstage Magic Tour of Walt Disney World. We got to do some really cool things and I always remembered how much fun it was. The tour took us to Epcot, Magic Kingdom (no Animal Kingdom then), the Disney MGM Studios and behind the scenes at several Cast Member locations. Deb recently took the tour again and shares her experience.
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One family’s experiences at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party

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Even in Orlando, guests and residents alike can dream of a white Christmas. But the closest we may come to that impossible feat in the Sunshine State is at Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party at Walt Disney World, where it "snows" on Main Street, U.S.A., and guests enjoy hot cocoa on select dates in November and December. My family and I have attended the party for more than a decade, witnessing the changes through the years. As my children have gotten older - they're 13 and 15 now - our touring strategy has changed a bit, too.
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How to maximize your time at 2017 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party

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Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party only lasts for five hours - from 7 p.m. to midnight - so you'll need a strategy in order to do most everything that's important to your group. It's unlikely that one family can do everything during that time. But your party ticket allows you to enter the Magic Kingdom at 4 p.m., even though most party activities do not start until 7 p.m. You can use those three hours to really maximize your party time by experiencing other holiday entertainment, riding attractions, getting in line for rare characters and more.
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A Few Hidden Mickeys around Walt Disney World

Posted on by Steve Barrett
You might have come across the following images at Walt Disney World. I think several of them are decent Hidden Mickeys, but maybe one is too obvious to be called “hidden”? At Epcot, don’t miss this Mickey with earphones when you’re greeting the real Mickey at the Character Spot. Find it on the left side … Continue reading "A Few Hidden Mickeys around Walt Disney World"
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Cast of Disney’s Hollywood Studios Autographs Structural Beam for New Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Posted on by Debra Martin Koma
(LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla.) Nov. 15, 2017 — They’ve lent their spirit. Now Disney’s Hollywood Studios Cast Members and Walt Disney Imagineers are lending their signatures — and making their mark on theme-park history. All were invited to sign the steel beam that will be the highest point in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, a new … Continue reading "Cast of Disney’s Hollywood Studios Autographs Structural Beam for New Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios"
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NEW Announcements Star Wars Galactic Nights

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Additional information about Star Wars: Galactic Nights, the special ticketed event to be held at Disney's Hollywood Studios on Dec. 16, has been announced. Actors Warwick Davis (best-known as Wicket the Ewok, among other Star Wars characters) and David Collins will be on hand for special appearances during the event, which will also feature a panel that will include Imagineers Scott Trowbridge, Robin Reardon, and Chris Beatty, as well as Doug Chiang, VP/Creative Director at Lucasfilm, who will give guests an inside look at the making of the Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge lands currently under construction. Star Wars: Galactic Nights will run from 7 p.m.-midnight. Tickets are priced at $129 adults, $124 ages 3-9 (discounts available for Annual Passholders and DVC Members). Purchase Star Wars: Galactic Nights tickets online or call 407-W-DISNEY (407 934-7639).
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