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Disney character costumes among kids’ top picks for Halloween 2012

October 14, 2012 by AllEars

Party City analyzes pop culture, the latest fashion trends and Hollywood blockbusters to prepare for the year’s biggest costume crazes. This year, the Halloween retailer is sharing which characters you can expect to see when you open the door to trick-or-treaters. It’s probably no surprise that Disney characters are perennial favorites. Classic Disney Princess costumes … Continue reading "Disney character costumes among kids’ top picks for Halloween 2012"

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A look back at discontinued Haunted Carriage Rides at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground

October 11, 2012 by AllEars

I was surprised, and disappointed, to learn that Walt Disney World has discontinued its seasonal Haunted Carriage Rides at Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground. When we stayed in the cabins last fall, we took the ride for the first time and enjoyed the special Halloween experience. It was just the right amount of thrill, without … Continue reading "A look back at discontinued Haunted Carriage Rides at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground"

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SeaWorld’s Halloween Spooktacular brings gentle underwater fantasy to life

October 9, 2012 by AllEars

For our family, the thrills and chills of Halloween still are on the tame side, especially for our elementary school-age kids. Rather than the blood and gore nightmare imagery of Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Orlando, we instead enjoy the gentler fun of Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party. This year, we decided to check … Continue reading "SeaWorld’s Halloween Spooktacular brings gentle underwater fantasy to life"

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Kids and families will find plenty to sample at Epcot International Food and Wine Festival

October 6, 2012 by AllEars

Visiting the Epcot International Food and Wine Festival can be a wonderful evening for adults. In fact, many Disney fans and local residents look forward to this special event all year. But the fun isn't just limited to the grown-ups. For children who are at least elementary-school-age and a little adventurous in their tastes, there's quite a lot to explore. (And if your kids are younger, they may be happy to stay in the stroller, while you sample the adult foods and beverages.)

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Free pumpkin templates allow families to carve Disney character jack-o-lanterns

October 4, 2012 by AllEars

As the air turns cooler — at least in some parts of the country! — and the orange and black replace school supplies on store shelves, our thoughts turn to fall holidays. Each year, it seems that decorating for Halloween grows more popular, and one of the most common elements is a jack-o-lantern. Many of … Continue reading "Free pumpkin templates allow families to carve Disney character jack-o-lanterns"

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Dine With Shamu gives SeaWorld Orlando guests up-close and behind-the-scenes look at killer whales

October 2, 2012 by AllEars

My family and I recently dined with some really big eaters. And I mean really big. We enjoyed a theme-park meal with a different kind of entertainment than we had previously experienced. Dine with Shamu reopened in July after a hiatus of more than two years, and we decided to surprise the kids with the … Continue reading "Dine With Shamu gives SeaWorld Orlando guests up-close and behind-the-scenes look at killer whales"

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Richard Petty Driving Experience at Walt Disney World offers great NASCAR fun for kids

September 29, 2012 by AllEars

A new experience at Walt Disney World puts children in the front seat of a real NASCAR vehicle with a professional driver and allows them to feel the thrill of racing. Recently, my 8-year-old daughter was quick to volunteer to try it, so she could discover the excitement for herself. Junior Ride-Alongs debuted June 17 … Continue reading "Richard Petty Driving Experience at Walt Disney World offers great NASCAR fun for kids"

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New Segway tour gives guests unique views of Epcot

September 27, 2012 by AllEars

First hand report of Epcot's new "Keep Moving Forward: See the World, Share the Dream Segway Tour," which debuted on Sept. 17. This guided tour starts in Future World and then covers most of World Showcase in the three-hour experience. Beginning Sept. 28, times for the three-hour experience shift because of the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival; you may start at 7:45, 8:30 and 9 a.m

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2 new Epic Mickey video games explore more Disney worlds

September 24, 2012 by AllEars

Warren Spector Two is always better than one, right? Especially if you’re trying to form alliances in a cartoon wasteland? During a media presentation last week in Orlando, the creators of Epic Mickey revealed more about the characters in one of the video game sequels and allowed a lucky few the opportunity to play Epic … Continue reading "2 new Epic Mickey video games explore more Disney worlds"

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An inside look at the exclusive Siemens VIP Center at Epcot

September 22, 2012 by AllEars

When you've walked underneath Spaceship Earth, you probably think you know all about what's inside the structure that houses the geodesic sphere and the ride's post-show attractions. But there's one area that isn't seen by the vast majority of visitors to Epcot. Kristin Ford gives you a look inside the Siemens VIP Center, a place at Epcot not usually seen by most guests because it is reserved for Siemens employees and their customers.

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