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Disney’s Art of Animation Resort Opens, Immerses Guests in the Middle of the Story With Enchanting Tales

Posted on by Debra Martin Koma
The first phase of the new Art of Animation Resort, the Finding Nemo wing, opens today, May 31, at Walt Disney World. The three-story, value-priced resort tells the story of the animation process in phases from pencil drawings to close ups. It will immediately transport guests into the worlds of favorite Disney characters and animated films, beginning at check-in as pixilated patterns and wavy ribbons of bold colors decorate the resort's exterior. The whimsical property, situated adjacent to Disney's Pop Century Resort, will open in phases with rates from $248 per night. The 1,120 family suites include two bathrooms, a kitchenette and three separate sleeping areas that can sleep up to six. The 864 standard rooms sleep up to four, with rates as low as $94.
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Disney’s Art of Animation Resort Opens, Putting Hundreds More Cast Members to Work in Central Florida

Posted on by Debra Martin Koma
Disney's Art of Animation Resort supported 800 jobs during construction and once completely open later this year, will employ 750 Cast Members. "Disney's Art of Animation Resort is part of our continued investment in Central Florida and helps keep our region squarely on the map as the world's premiere family vacation destination," said Meg Crofton, president of Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Operations, US and France.
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Walt and the Promise of Progress City: The Florida Project

Posted on by Debra Martin Koma
EDITOR’S NOTE: Over the past few months, AllEars.Net has been highlighting exclusive excerpts from Sam Gennawey’s book, Walt and the Promise of Progress City. The book explores the process through which meaningful and functional spaces were created by Walt Disney and his artists, as well as how guests understand and experience those spaces. It also … Continue reading "Walt and the Promise of Progress City: The Florida Project"
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Meet Merida from Disney-Pixar’s Brave at Magic Kingdom

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A new character officially began meeting guests May 18 at Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom. Merida, the main character from Disney-Pixar's "Brave," is the fearless and impulsive daughter of Scotland's King Fergus and Queen Elinor. Her archery skills are as legendary as her impetuousness. She gets into a bit of trouble in the animated film, which debuts in theaters June 22, and must prove her bravery to save the kingdom.
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Where in the World #231

Posted on by Erin Blackwell
To all who come to this photo trivia game, Welcome! Along the way, the photos can make us relive memories and see details Walt’s Imagineers put into everything we love in Walt Disney World! We are celebrating Memorial Day in the US, honoring the people who died in service of our nation. To all those … Continue reading "Where in the World #231"
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Disney’s Star Wars Weekends offer galaxy of fun for kids

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Star Wars fans will be in their element at Disney's Hollywood Studios during Star Wars Weekends. But even if your kids cannot tell Luke Skywalker from Anakin Skywalker, they still can have a great time celebrating The Force. Blogger Kristin Ford shares some of the special activities that will appeal to younger event attendees, including the new-this-year Droid Factory.
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