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Kid-friendly foods at Epcot International Food and Wine Festival

October 17, 2013 by AllEars

Although my elementary-school-age kids are like most others, a little bit of Disney magic this time of year turns them into discerning foodies. Every year, Epcot's Food and Wine Festival transforms my children, ages 9 and 11, into adventurous eaters. One child usually is a bit pickier than the other, but you wouldn't know it when it comes time to sample the dishes at the international marketplaces at Walt Disney World.

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Winter from ‘Dolphin Tale’ lives at nearby Clearwater Marine Aquarium

October 15, 2013 by AllEars

When it comes to sea life, Orlando might best be known for Shamu and Ariel. But just a short drive away to the state’s West Coast is another famed sea-life celebrity who offers a chance for families to have a fun outing and to learn a few things, as well. About a 90-minute drive from … Continue reading "Winter from ‘Dolphin Tale’ lives at nearby Clearwater Marine Aquarium"

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What you need to know about changes to Disney’s PhotoPass

October 12, 2013 by AllEars

Walt Disney World is in the process of changing its website and policies for its professional photo program, called Disney's PhotoPass. The first thing to know is that all photos taken at Walt Disney World after Sept. 4, 2013, appear on the new MyDisneyPhotoPass.com, rather than the existing DisneyPhotoPass.com. (Disneyland, ESPN Wide World of Sports and Aulani photos still appear on the old site, as well as photos taken before Sept. 4 until they expire.)

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Chase VIP Lounge takes guests inside American Adventure Parlor during Epcot Food & Wine Festival

October 10, 2013 by AllEars

This year, some guests at the Epcot International Food and Wine Festival have the opportunity to step into one of Walt Disney World's private party spaces -- free of charge. The Chase VIP Lounge has moved from the Festival Center in 2012 to the American Adventure Parlor this year, and it is open to all Chase Visa card members. Each card member may bring as many as nine guests. To access the space, there is a queue in front of the building, slightly to the right, where you can present your card.

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SeaWorld’s Halloween Spooktacular brings treats to theme park

October 8, 2013 by AllEars

SeaWorld Orlando kicked off its Halloween Spooktacular with a splash this past weekend, taking guests into the "FantaSea" of the fall holiday. The celebration, which features trick-or-treating, takes place from noon to 8 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays in October.

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Ordering a custom cake at Walt Disney World

October 5, 2013 by AllEars

I had long heard how beautiful and delicious the celebration cakes created at Walt Disney World are, but until recently, had never ordered one of the special confections. My son celebrated his birthday at Walt Disney World a few weeks ago and I decided to surprise him with a custom cake. Because our family was staying at the Caribbean Beach hotel, our order was handled by the Boardwalk Bakery.

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Tomorrowland Terrace Dessert Party is a delicious way to view Wishes fireworks

October 3, 2013 by AllEars

My 11-year-old son has had many special experiences at Walt Disney World because we live locally and are annual passholders. But one event he hadn't been to and *really* wanted to attend was the Tomorrowland Terrace Dessert Party. Disney fireworks are among his favorite attractions, and to be able to see them from the perfect vantage point while eating unlimited sweets -- well, that was the perfect birthday celebration recently.

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Step into a cranberry bog at Epcot Food & Wine Festival

October 1, 2013 by AllEars

Ocean Spray's cranberry bog is back at the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival for the third year, and if you've attended the festival, you've probably walked right past it on the central walkway leading to World Showcase. Learn more about the bog and it's farmers in this blog.

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Take a tour of Epcot’s private Living Seas Salon

September 28, 2013 by AllEars

Everyday guests at Walt Disney World may not be aware that there are private restaurants, offices, suites and lounges tucked away among the buildings at Walt Disney World. These spaces are not accessible to the general public and, for the most part, also are not visible to the casual visitor.

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Disney Collection by Vera Bradley launches at Walt Disney World, Disneyland

September 24, 2013 by AllEars

The wait is finally over for Disney fans who also love Vera Bradley products. The Disney Collection by Vera Bradley, which was created exclusively for Disney Parks, debuted at Walt Disney World on Saturday and at Disneyland on Monday. The company introduced two patterns -- "Just Mousing Around" with a pink background and "Midnight with Mickey" with a black background -- on eight of its most popular products: Large Duffel ($99), Backpack ($99), Vera ($99), Hipster ($70), Mini Hipster ($60), Smartphone Wristlet ($55), Large Cosmetic ($35) and Zip ID Case ($15).

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