Tag: Kristin Ford

Disney author Ridley Pearson shares what’s coming next in ‘Kingdom Keepers’ series

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Author Ridley Pearson debuted his new ‘Kingdom Keepers V: Shell Game’ at Downtown Disney on March 29. “This is Ridley Pearson, Ace Detective, Kingdom Keeper, currently hiding out somewhere in Walt Disney World with a suspicious-looking woman with a long, long pen and a piece of paper.” So began my interview this week with author … Continue reading "Disney author Ridley Pearson shares what’s coming next in ‘Kingdom Keepers’ series"
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The Pirate’s League at Disney World gives families swashbuckling makeovers

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My son happily waits for his pirate makeover. The Pirate’s League in the Magic Kingdom immerses guests in the swashbuckling world of pirates and their wenches by transforming them into new recruits for Captain Jack Sparrow’s crew. We set out one day last fall to give my then-8-year-old son an experience he had been yearning … Continue reading "The Pirate’s League at Disney World gives families swashbuckling makeovers"
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Magical makeovers at Disney World’s Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique create princesses

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My daughter and her Fairy Godmother in training at the Downtown Disney location. If your children love to play dress-up, you won’t want to miss Walt Disney World’s fantastic experiences for transforming guests into princesses and pirates. Both the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique and The Pirate’s League have just introduced new makeovers and packages, too. We … Continue reading "Magical makeovers at Disney World’s Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique create princesses"
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Tips for maximizing the value of Disney’s PhotoPass CD

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The price of a Disney’s PhotoPass CD increased this week, and the response on various Disney message boards and websites was somewhat negative. That’s understandable. After all, who wants to spend more money these days? But just because the price of the PhotoPass CD is going up doesn’t mean there aren’t ways to maximize the … Continue reading "Tips for maximizing the value of Disney’s PhotoPass CD"
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Public can view Disney Fantasy from Jetty Park and join Sail-A-Bration

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The Disney Dream sails past Jetty Park in Brevard County. Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship is sailing out on preview cruises this week, and Disney fans can catch a glimpse of the Disney Fantasy without being onboard. Jetty Park, which is adjacent to Port Canaveral, overlooks the channel where the cruise ships enter the port … Continue reading "Public can view Disney Fantasy from Jetty Park and join Sail-A-Bration"
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Disney World’s Storybook Circus improves area for kids

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Here’s how The Barnstormer starts. As we pulled up to the reopened and newly themed Fantasyland stop on the Walt Disney World Railroad, my kids could hardly wait to jump out and race toward the new Storybook Circus section of the Magic Kingdom. We slowed them for a few minutes to look around the station, … Continue reading "Disney World’s Storybook Circus improves area for kids"
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Light-up toys at Walt Disney World light up young faces

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Vendors sell the latest light-up lanyards at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. It’s a recurring sight at Walt Disney World: As evening arrives, vendors begin walking the streets, selling an assortment of light-up toys and souvenirs. Kids, of course, plead for parents to buy the colorful, lighted items. The choices of laser-like swords, necklaces, spinners, wands and … Continue reading "Light-up toys at Walt Disney World light up young faces"
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Disney’s Winter Summerland is great for golfing fun, birthdays

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A relaxed Santa greets guests at Winter Summerland. Walt Disney World guests can choose between two cleverly themed miniature golf courses, Fantasia Gardens and Winter Summerland. My family has really enjoyed hitting the links at Winter Summerland, which is located near the entrance to the Blizzard Beach water park. (Guests can take the Blizzard Beach … Continue reading "Disney’s Winter Summerland is great for golfing fun, birthdays"
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Disney debuts reading apps for children of different ages

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In recent weeks, Disney has released a versatile group of digital apps based on classic characters. Most work on all Apple devices — the iPad, iPhone and iPod touch. My 7-year-old daughter and 9-year-old son tested a group of beautifully illustrated storybooks with me. The “The Lion King: Timon’s Tale” and “Tangled: Storybook Deluxe” are the … Continue reading "Disney debuts reading apps for children of different ages"
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Disney introduces Epcot in Bloom, Disney Mobile Magic to new mobile users

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Disney is introducing two theme-park tools for mobile devices to new audiences. At the end of February, iPhones users were excited to learn that the Disney Mobile Magic app is now available to them and Android users for free. Disney Mobile Magic debuted in 2009 for Verizon-only phones and cost $9.99 for a 180-day subscription. … Continue reading "Disney introduces Epcot in Bloom, Disney Mobile Magic to new mobile users"
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