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Goodbye #DisneySide. Hello #UnforgettableHappensHere. Disney Parks unveiled its new marketing campaign for 2016 in the fall, and the slogan already has appeared in TV ads and numerous promotional materials from The Walt Disney Co. “Unforgettable Happens Here” has been described by Disney as “Around every corner, at any second or minute of every day, there’s … Continue reading "Disney’s ‘Unforgettable Happens Here’ campaign ramps up, includes vacation sweepstakes"
Making last-minute plans to celebrate New Year’s Eve at Walt Disney World
Posted onKristin and her family spent New Year's Eve at the Magic Kingdom last year. Here is her report.
What you need to know about American Girl’s 2016 Girl of the Year Lea Clark
Posted onShe’s a mystery to thousands of girls who desperately want to know everything about her. What is her name and what does she look like? And equally as important: What makes her special and what are her talents? Her full identity is not unveiled until Jan. 1 each year, though American Girl teases its customers … Continue reading "What you need to know about American Girl’s 2016 Girl of the Year Lea Clark"
Last chance for Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin’s unique Christmas experiences
Posted onOrlando visitors and locals looking for a Christmas experience unlike others at our renowned theme parks might want to check out the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin resort. They’ll leave with unique photos and memories of a Florida holiday. Guests are invited to “vacation with Santa & Mrs. Claus” while they rest up before … Continue reading "Last chance for Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin’s unique Christmas experiences"
Enjoy different experiences at Walt Disney World, SeaWorld when temperatures drop this weekend
Posted onCentral Floridians and those visiting the theme parks will get a taste of winter — a Florida winter, that is — this weekend when temperatures are expected to dip into the 40s and 50s overnight. Locals (like me) already are planning which boots and sweaters to break out before the weather reverts back to daytime … Continue reading "Enjoy different experiences at Walt Disney World, SeaWorld when temperatures drop this weekend"
The Force Awakens on Disney Cruise Line with Star Wars-themed spaces, activities
Posted onThis is the week Star Wars fans have been waiting ages for, and it’s finally arrived. The seventh film, “The Force Awakens,” hits theaters Friday, so it’s inevitable that conversations, TV specials and news outlets this week will focus on the Star Wars phenomenon. And, of course, Disney — which owns the franchise — is … Continue reading "The Force Awakens on Disney Cruise Line with Star Wars-themed spaces, activities"
What’s new with this year’s Disney Parks televised Christmas special
Posted onThis is the 32nd year for the Christmas special, which has undergone several changes, both in the production and the final television show. I experienced some of what's new myself when I attended the taping at Walt Disney World, and Disney also has revealed other details.
For the first time in recent memory, the special was filmed only at Walt Disney World in Orlando. In other years, performances also were filmed at Disneyland in Anaheim, Calif., and the show offered segments from each coast, leading viewers to think they were seeing what was actually happening in Disney Parks on Christmas morning. That may make some of you chuckle, but until the early 1990s, the Disney Christmas special really was filmed live on Christmas Day.
Coping with crowds at Walt Disney World for Christmas and New Year’s weeks
Posted onThe busiest time of the entire year at Walt Disney World - the week before Christmas and the week before New Year's Day -- is quickly approaching. And although being in a Disney theme park during the holidays is truly magical, it is also extremely crowded. So, it's more important than ever to have a strategy and backup plans so that you don't end up feeling like the Grinch when the crowds seem overwhelming.
Clearwater Marine Aquarium, home of Winter the dolphin, hosts holiday mini-camps
Posted onFor many of us, our furry pets are like family, and we include them in our Christmas celebrations with stockings, presents and holiday sweaters. But Florida residents and visitors can help marine life celebrate the season, too. I’ve written about SeaWorld Orlando’s Christmas Celebration, and today I’d like to tell you about how kids can … Continue reading "Clearwater Marine Aquarium, home of Winter the dolphin, hosts holiday mini-camps"
Top Disney toys for 2015 holiday season
Posted onWith Hanukkah beginning Sunday and Christmas only about two weeks away, toy shopping clearly is on the minds of parents and relatives everywhere. And although kids are encouraged at this time of the year to tell us what their hearts desire, many adults also want to create that element of surprise with the “perfect” toy. … Continue reading "Top Disney toys for 2015 holiday season"
