New RFID FastPass Testing First Hand Report!

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Starting May 1 and continuing through May 15, Magic Kingdom will be conducting a test of Disney's FASTPASS. During this period, certain guests will be selected prior to their arrival to participate. (You cannot request to participate in the test program while visiting the parks.) Participants in this test will be able to select a FASTPASS itinerary based on their preferences, then will receive an email confirming the itinerary. These guests will be given a FASTPASS card to use at select Magic Kingdom attractions. The card uses the same sort of radio frequency (RF) technology found in credit cards, Bluetooth phones and WiFi, but is NOT valid for admission to any theme park and cannot be used to enter resort rooms. It is only valid for use on the date(s) and at the times and attractions listed in the email confirmation.
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Tips to keep kids happy while waiting in line at Disney World

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Large-screen video games were added to the Space Mountain queue. The weeks before and after Easter are some of the busiest at Walt Disney World, which means that even with using FASTPass, you are going to be spending time in lines for attractions, as well as restaurants, transportation, stores and bathrooms on your vacation. That’s … Continue reading "Tips to keep kids happy while waiting in line at Disney World"
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Disney Mobile Magic App Now on iPhone

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From the Disney Parks Blog: Mobile Magic, the first official Disney Parks app, is now ready for iPhone users to download for free from iTunes HERE. Also, if you’re a Verizon Wireless customer, you now have access to new premium features, including videos and games within the app. Verizon Premium Features — More than 100 … Continue reading "Disney Mobile Magic App Now on iPhone"
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Disney World to enforce return times for FastPasses in March

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Families planning to visit Walt Disney World after the first week in March may want to reconsider their touring strategies for the theme parks. Beginning March 7, cast members will enforce the end times on FastPass tickets, according to multiple reports and sources. FastPasses are essentially reservation times for guests to return to the most … Continue reading "Disney World to enforce return times for FastPasses in March"
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If I Ruled the World – Part One

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Recently, Mike Scopa wrote a great four-part blog titled “My Fixit List.” In these articles, he discussed ten things at Walt Disney World that he believes have been neglected and need attention. His blogs got me to thinking, what would I do if I ruled the World – Walt Disney World, that is. If I … Continue reading "If I Ruled the World – Part One"
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Magician Mickey Mouse and Princesses Meet and Greets

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On April 1, the new Magician Mickey Mouse and Princess meet-and-greet areas opened up in the newly renovated Town Square Theater (formerly Exposition Hall). See the press release here. This sign points guests to the new meet-and-greet: Wait times for the Princesses and Mickey are posted outside: There are separate queues for the Princesses and … Continue reading "Magician Mickey Mouse and Princesses Meet and Greets"
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Magician Mickey Mouse Now Greeting Guests at New Magic Kingdom Location

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… and Guests Can Skip Standby Queue with Disney’s FASTPASS LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. — Mickey Mouse now reigns at a new location in Magic Kingdom to meet and greet his friends at Walt Disney World Resort. Guests can now go backstage at Town Square Theater for photos and autographs with Mickey — without waiting … Continue reading "Magician Mickey Mouse Now Greeting Guests at New Magic Kingdom Location"
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What Is Your “FastPass” Strategy?

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Getting FastPasses for the most popular attractions can save you and your family lots of time. That means rather than standing in line for an hour or so you can be using that time to do other things and enjoy more of the park. So, what’s your strategy for getting FastPasses? What’s the first and … Continue reading "What Is Your “FastPass” Strategy?"
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Disneyland’s “World of Color” Viewing Tips & Strategies

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By Beci Mahnken, CTC-MCC It’s official. The newest addition to a long line of in-park entertainment excellence has made its debut at the Disneyland Resort in California. The World of Color is a 25 minute nighttime show that is a stunning blend of lights, water, animation and music. With nearly 1200 fountains that can shoot … Continue reading "Disneyland’s “World of Color” Viewing Tips & Strategies"
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World of Color – FASTPASS Options

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A World of Ways to Enjoy ‘World of Color’ With anticipation and excitement building for the June 11 premiere of the nighttime spectacular “World of Color” in Disney’s California Adventure park, several options are in place for guests who want to maximize their day of fun at the park and make plans to enjoy the … Continue reading "World of Color – FASTPASS Options"
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