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  • Jun- 2016 -
    20 June
    Candlelit Disney restaurant with festive tables, lanterns, and string lights—an enchanting dining spot after a magical park day.

    Are Major Adjustments to the Disney Dining Plan In the Works?

    WDW News Today is reporting major changes to the Disney Dining Plan for 2017. It is reported that dessert will no longer be an option from counter service meals on both the Quick Service Plan and the Basic Dining Plan. There is some good news though.  There will be the addition of a second snack credit each day. However, this means The Quick Service Plan loses two desserts and gains back a single

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  • 9 June
    Disney Cast Member Embezlzling

    Disney World Employee Accused Of Stealing $112,000!

    According to WESH in Orlando, A Walt Disney World Cast Member is in some serious trouble. Katie Marie Miller, 29, is charged with second-degree grand theft and first-degree scheme to defraud. Katie allegedly used her position with the company to fraudulently obtain over $100,000 over 22 months, Orange County investigators said. She has been charged with second-degree grand theft and first-degree s

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  • May- 2016 -
    27 May
    Tree of Life Awakens

    Exciting New Experiences Opening Memorial Day Weekend At Disney

    From WDWNews.com LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla – Nightfall brings more mystery and majesty to Disney’s Animal Kingdom theme park as guests discover rich new experiences under the stars. Whether riding Kilimanjaro Safaris at sunset, rollicking aboard rafts on Kali River Rapids at twilight, dancing alongside African performers in Harambe, or reveling in a live musical celebration of Disney’s new hit film Th

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  • 18 May
    FastPass+

    Disney Makes More Changes to its FastPass+

    Disney has made another significant change to it's FastPass+ selection process that addresses a common complaint voiced by guests. Effective, May 18, 2016, the Disney FastPass+ selection window will now open at 7am Eastern Standard Time, instead of the previous time of 12:00 a.m. This allows for guests to choose their FastPass selections at a more convenient time of day, rather than in the middle

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  • 15 May
    Reedy Creek Fire Rescue officials reported, a "head on" collision occured between a bus and an Isuzu SUV on Sherbeth Road near Osceola Parkway.

    11 People Hurt In Fiery Bus Crash Near Animal Kingdom

    Around 6pm on Saturday, Reedy Creek Fire Rescue officials reported, a “head on” collision occurred between a bus and an Isuzu SUV on Sherbeth Road near Osceola Parkway. Troopers say the driver of the SUV, identified as 36-year-old Megan Hester-Villalobos, of Groveland, was headed south in the northbound lanes of Sherbeth Road and hit the bus. After the collision a fire erupted engulfin

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  • Apr- 2016 -
    30 April

    Disney Introduces Weddings At Magic Kingdom During Park Hours

    From Orlando Sentinel – Photo Credit Orlando Sentinel You can take in a lot of interesting sights at the Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World. Now, you'll be able to see weddings too. Walt Disney World said “I do” to Magic Kingdom weddings during park hours, announcing Friday it will begin hosting 9:30 a.m. ceremonies at the East Plaza Garden near Cinderella's Castle. Park goers wi

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  • 25 April
    Paddle Fish At Disney Springs

    Fulton’s Crab House at Disney Springs changing to Paddlefish

    The iconic paddle boat restaurant Fulton's Crab House at Disney Springs will reopen this fall as a new seafood eatery called “Paddlefish.” Restaurant operator Levy Restaurants said Monday in a statement the restaurant has been closed as undergoes a revitalizing bow to stern transformation that will update the interior reflecting the crisp luxury of modern yachting, while exuding an opu

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  • 25 April
    Castle Carrousel

    The 2016 Free Dining At Walt Disney World Package Is Here

    You can get a FREE Dining Plan when they buy a non-discounted 5-night/6-day package that includes a room at a select Walt Disney World® Resort hotel and ticket with the Park Hopper® or Water Park Fun & More Option for arrivals most nights Aug. 23-Oct. 1, 2016, Nov. 15-21, Nov. 26-28 and Dec. 10-Dec. 21, 2016 when you book by July 8, 2016. When you stay at a select Disney Moderate Resort, Disney De

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  • 21 April
    Vibrant Disney Park map with classic rides, Hollywood Tower Hotel, and teased new land ready for fans to explore.

    Details Released For New Land In Disney Park

    On April 2, 2016, a large portion of Disney’s Hollywood Studios closed, making guests start to wonder more about the future of the park. It was announced several months ago that two new lands are on their way, one based on Star Wars and the other on Toy Story. Today, more information was released on the Disney Parks Blog, giving guests a sneak peek into what lies ahead for Toy Story Land. Photo Cr

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  • 20 April
    Soarin Around The world

    Disney Announces Opening Date for Soarin’

    Having recently released a preview video of the new Soarin' Around the World, it comes as no surprise that an opening date of June 17, 2016 has been announced. More details below.   From Disney Parks Blog Writer Victoria Lim: Imagine a wind-through-your-hair flight above The Great Wall of China, a bird’s-eye view of the Sydney Harbor in Australia, gliding around the Matterhorn in Switzerland

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