downtown disney News & Updates

Where in the World #201

October 30, 2011 by Erin Blackwell

Thank you to everyone like Steve Jordan and Lily-pierre Couet who congratulated us on our milestone of 200 challenges! I looked it up: Barrie posted the first Where in the World on July 16, 2007. (I have no idea what that picture is. Do any of you?) So we didn’t know it, but we reached … Continue reading "Where in the World #201"

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Benefit Sale returns to Downtown Disney to raise funds for United Way

October 27, 2011 by Debra Martin Koma

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – Early-bird shoppers will have a fabulous opportunity Nov. 5 to support Heart of Florida United Way and enjoy discounts on most merchandise at participating Downtown Disney Marketplace stores. Shoppers can purchase a $5 voucher that will serve as their ticket to The Benefit Sale. All proceeds from the voucher sales … Continue reading "Benefit Sale returns to Downtown Disney to raise funds for United Way"

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What’s New, What’s Next: Downtown Disney October 17, 2011

October 19, 2011 by Deb Wills

Near Earl of Sandwich and Once Upon a Toy, a giant Mickey pumpkin has been set up. Halloween decorations are set up outside of Pin Traders. Walls are up around a portion of the exterior of World of Disney as they work on the pavement. Outside of World of Disney, there is a Halloween display … Continue reading "What’s New, What’s Next: Downtown Disney October 17, 2011"

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Soaring High at Downtown Disney and new Hidden Images

October 14, 2011 by Steve Barrett

One afternoon, Vickie and I had lunch at Paradiso 37 at Pleasure Island. The chips and salsa were fresh, and the Mexican dishes were decent (I had chicken enchiladas with verde sauce). The overhead music was interesting – a combination of current pop music and country songs. I’m not normally a country music fan, but … Continue reading "Soaring High at Downtown Disney and new Hidden Images"

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Where in the World #198

October 9, 2011 by Erin Blackwell

Happy Belated 13th Birthday to Toni G, future Imagineer! She also had the PeopleMover answer right, but a glitch sent her answer in late. So congratulations on her birthday and for being part of our winners! Speaking of Challenge 196, Barrie Brewer who, as you know, is one of the AllEars® photographers and the creator … Continue reading "Where in the World #198"

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Trip Report: Day 2 – Part II Epcot/Downtown

October 5, 2011 by Lisa Berton

For those who need to catch up, the previous blogs in this series are, in order: Trip Prequel: Decisions, Decisions Trip Prequel: Research & Practice Trip Report: Day One – Epcot Trip Report: Day Two – Part I Animal Kingdom/Epcot Terri and I made a well-evaluated executive decision to board a Friendship Boat and sail … Continue reading "Trip Report: Day 2 – Part II Epcot/Downtown"

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November Disney Calendar

October 3, 2011 by Barrie Brewer

This is a first – the first time I have featured Downtown Disney on a calendar. La Nouba has performed exclusively for Disney guests since December 1998. This early morning shot of the Cirque du Soleil theater in Downtown Disney’s West Side can be seen from Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort and Spa. You will need … Continue reading "November Disney Calendar"

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Trip Report: Day Two – Part I/Animal Kingdom/Epcot

September 28, 2011 by Lisa Berton

For those who need to catch up, the previous blogs in this series are, in order: Trip Prequel: Decisions, Decisions Trip Prequel: Research & Practice Trip Report: Day One – Epcot Slumber was disturbed by the wake up call I’d set the night before. I picked up the phone to hear Mickey Mouse interrupted by … Continue reading "Trip Report: Day Two – Part I/Animal Kingdom/Epcot"

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Disney World: What’s New, What’s Next – September 16, 2011

September 20, 2011 by Deb Wills

On September 16, 2011, we started our day at Downtown Disney. There is some pavement work going on near the Lego Store and World of Disney. To get to the World of Disney bathrooms, you have to use the outside entrance. You can no longer get to them inside the store. The signage and such … Continue reading "Disney World: What’s New, What’s Next – September 16, 2011"

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La Nouba Celebrates 6,000 Bravos at Downtown Disney

August 23, 2011 by Debra Martin Koma

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., August 19, 2011 — This week, Cirque du Soleil celebrated the 6,000th performance of La Nouba at Downtown Disney at Walt Disney World Resort. La Nouba features high wire and flying trapeze, acro-gymnastic performances and other displays of coordination and strength, set to live music and brilliant choreography. With an international … Continue reading "La Nouba Celebrates 6,000 Bravos at Downtown Disney"

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