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New Disney PANDORA charms and jewelry on sale in March

February 28, 2015 by AllEars

This week, our friend Steven Miller, Merchandise Communications Manager at Walt Disney World, has released details and photos of a new Disney collection of one of my favorite brands: PANDORA. I’m ready to head up the queue now! PANDORA released its first Disney-themed collection in the fall. It included 16 Disney Parks-specific charms and a … Continue reading "New Disney PANDORA charms and jewelry on sale in March"

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Ways you can interact with SeaWorld’s dolphins now that public feedings have been discontinued

February 26, 2015 by AllEars

SeaWorld Orlando announced this week that it has closed its popular dolphin feedings to the public. Our family, along with many others, will miss this rare — and affordable — opportunity to interact with dolphins. Readers of this blog might recall that I began going to SeaWorld Orlando and writing about my family’s experiences there … Continue reading "Ways you can interact with SeaWorld’s dolphins now that public feedings have been discontinued"

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Last week to apply for SeaWorld Orlando’s new environmental scholarship

February 24, 2015 by AllEars

SeaWorld Orlando is giving away $20,000 in scholarship money with its new Young Environmental Scholars Awards, and the deadline is fast approaching. Local seniors in Orange County have until March 1 to apply. That’s Sunday! SeaWorld said the 20 $1,000 scholarships are intended to “reward high school seniors for their academic performance and passion for … Continue reading "Last week to apply for SeaWorld Orlando’s new environmental scholarship"

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Review: Disney’s ‘McFarland, USA’ is a formulaic but feel-good movie

February 21, 2015 by AllEars

In competitive sports, like most other aspects of life, coaches will tell their players that if something is working, there's no need to change it. The same can be said of movie scriptwriting, too. And Disney Pictures' newest film, "McFarland, USA," certainly lives up to this truism. But that's not a bad thing because, though the film is predictable from start to finish, it's still enjoyable entertainment for the family in the ways many other live-action Disney movies prove to be.

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Review: External batteries for theme-park use

February 19, 2015 by AllEars

When I bought my first smartphone almost six years ago, I quickly realized that I would need the ability to recharge the battery without being tethered to an outlet. This has become increasingly important when I visit the theme parks, especially with all the photos and video I shoot and my frequent posts on Facebook, … Continue reading "Review: External batteries for theme-park use"

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Registration is open now for SeaWorld Orlando’s summer camps

February 17, 2015 by AllEars

Does your child love animals? Does he or she dream of being a marine biologist (just as my 10-year-old daughter does)? Or perhaps you are looking for a unique camp experience for your child. If you said “yes” to any of these questions, SeaWorld summer camps may be a great fit for your family. SeaWorld … Continue reading "Registration is open now for SeaWorld Orlando’s summer camps"

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Urban Farm garden to debut at 2015 Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival

February 14, 2015 by AllEars

With a recent string of chilly nights (and days) in Orlando, it may be difficult to think about being outside, let alone enjoying your back yard. But that's exactly what Walt Disney World gardeners have been doing. Plans for the 2015 Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival have been in the works since last year's edition ended. The Flower and Garden Festival begins March 4 - just a little more than two weeks away!

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Tips for maximizing your day at SeaWorld Orlando’s Discovery Cove

February 12, 2015 by AllEars

With the many amazing experiences theme parks in Orlando offer, it would be difficult to pick a single favorite place. But SeaWorld Orlando’s Discovery Cove is among our family’s top picks because of the unique and relaxing day it provides guests. In my previous blog, I wrote about the park’s signature Dolphin Swim Package. Although … Continue reading "Tips for maximizing your day at SeaWorld Orlando’s Discovery Cove"

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Swim with dolphins at SeaWorld’s Discovery Cove

February 10, 2015 by AllEars

Discovery Cove is an all-inclusive theme park in Orlando that is part of SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment. As far as local theme parks go, it’s relatively new, having opened in 2000. (By comparison, SeaWorld is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year.) In its short history, though, Discovery Cove has become synonymous with dolphins, and its … Continue reading "Swim with dolphins at SeaWorld’s Discovery Cove"

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Playlist Live 2015 starts today in Orlando

February 6, 2015 by AllEars

If you’re not familiar with Maker Studios and its catalog of entertainers, you will be soon. The Walt Disney Company bought the multi-channel network and YouTube video supplier last year for a deal that could be worth almost $1 billion. Its stars already have begun making appearances at Walt Disney World. This weekend, many popular YouTube celebrities, including Maker Studios co-founder and vlogger Shay Carl Butler, will be back in Orlando for Playlist Live 2015, a three-day convention at Orlando World Center Marriott that begins today.

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