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Author Archives: Brittany DiCologero

Brittany is a New England-based writer focused on the history of the Walt Disney World Resort. She is the author of "Red, White, and Disney: The Myths and Reality of American History at the Walt Disney World Resort," and "Brittany Earns Her Ears."

Disney Shares a Thanksgiving Message from Cast Members

Disney Cast Members are truly what makes visits to the Walt Disney World Resort, Disneyland Resort, and other destinations around the world such memorable experiences. And working for the Walt Disney Company in these settings is a very unique opportunity for Cast Members, as they are able to create happiness for Guests from all over the world. With Thanksgiving coming ...

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Shop New ‘Encanto’ Merchandise in Disney Parks & From Home

There are lots of ways to celebrate the latest film from Walt Disney Animation Studios, ‘Encanto,’ at Disney Parks! From the new mural inspired by the film at Disney’s Animal Kingdom to the leader character in the film Mirabel making appearances this holiday season at Disney California Adventure there is so much to see and do for fans of ‘Encanto.’ ...

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An “Encanto” Inspired Mural Was Just Added to Disney’s Animal Kingdom

We love a good Disney Instagram wall, and the latest colorful backdrop at the Walt Disney World Resort just debuted at Disney’s Animal Kingdom in celebration of the latest film from Walt Disney Animation Studios, ‘Encanto‘! The new mural is beautifully painted with bright colors and festive animals native to the film’s setting of Colombia. You can find it in ...

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Celebrate the Holidays at Disneyland Resort Hotels

We love celebrating the holidays at the Disneyland Resort (and have been especially enjoying all of the new festivities at Disney California Adventure) and now we are excited to share specials for the holiday season at Disneyland Resort hotels. For holiday-inspired decor around the Disneyland Resort hotels, make your first stop Paradise Pier Hotel. The lobby at Paradise Pier is ...

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Connections Cafe & Eatery to Open in EPCOT’s Former Electric Umbrella Location

During this weekend’s Destination D23 event, we were able to hear about some more details on the major transformation currently taking place at EPCOT. We learned new information on the opening of the Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind attraction, and took a behind the scenes look at Harmonious, plus we heard about the full lineup of performers coming to ...

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EPCOT Festival Cast Members Receive New Costumes Made from Recycled Plastic Bottles

Visiting EPCOT soon? You may notice some brand new costumes for Cast Members working EPCOT festivals! These brand new Cast Members costumes are more than simply providing new colored shirts. In fact, these new costumes are part of Disney’s continued efforts towards promoting conservation and sustainability around the Walt Disney World Resort! The new shirts will be worn by Cast ...

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Full Lineup Revealed for the DISNEY ON BROADWAY Concert Series at the 2022 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts

We cannot wait for the next EPCOT International Festival of the Arts, scheduled for January 14-February 21, 2022! This annual festival, which has not been experienced in its full form now since 2020 just prior to the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, is sure to bring some magical experiences to the park for fans of the arts and The World’s ...

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Find Personalized Gifts for the Holidays at Disney Springs

Shopping for the holidays in Disney Springs? Walt Disney World’s premier shopping, dining, and entertainment complex is certainly a wonderful place to go shopping for the holidays, with such a wide variety of stores surely offering something for everyone on your list. What if you want to make your gifts even more individualized though? Disney Springs has the solution with ...

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Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ in Disney Springs Wins Orlando Magazine’s Readers’ Choice Award for Best Southern Restaurant

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Orlando Magazine just shared this year’s recipients of their annual awards program and a number of Walt Disney World restaurants made the cut! Each year, Orlando Magazine awards local restaurants based on 20 picks from their food editor and readers’ choice awards in 44 additional categories. This year, Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ in Disney Springs received the Readers’ Choice award ...

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