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Dec- 2020 -7 December
Hippo “Gus” From Disney’s Animal Kingdom Joins the Dallas Zoo
Back in February 2018, a baby boy hippo was born at Disney's Animal Kingdom. Disney Cast Members named the sweet boy Augustus or “Gus” for short. Now, we're learning Gus has joined a new family at the Dallas Zoo to help with the Association of Zoos and Aquariums' Species Survival Plan. Dallas Zoo Facebook Page As shared on the Dallas Zoo Facebook page: “HUGE HIPPO NEWS: There's
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7 December
Mickey Food Ornaments Bring the Magic of the Parks Home
If you are missing your favorite Disney treat, Disney Family now has a way for your to bring it to your home this holiday season. These Mickey food ornaments are a great way to get crafty and bring some Disney magic to the holidays. What You’ll Need -Marker -Cardstock or regular paper-Tan, white, dark brown, and light brown felt-Scissors-White fabric paint-Hot glue gun-Twine or ribbon How To Mak
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7 December
Disney’s New “Merchandise Mobile Checkout” Expands to Pop Century Resort
As we previously shared, Walt Disney World is testing a new “Merchandise Mobile Checkout” at Epcot’s Mouse Gear. This new feature on the My Disney Experience App would allow Disney shoppers to skip the wait to check out, but rather do it easily right from our phones. We're happy to see that Disney has now extended the Mobile Checkout option to Disney's Pop Century Resort! As you'll see in the scre
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7 December
Walt Disney World Park Hours Available Through February 20
The new year will be here before we know it! We previously shared Walt Disney World park hours were updated through February 6. Disney has now updated their website to show parks hours through February 20, 2021. As you plan your vacation to the most magic place on earth, here are the current posted park hours for January and February. Magic Kingdom: – January 1 – 2: 9:00am to 7:
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6 December
3-Ingredient Mickey Frozen Yogurt Bites are a Delicious Snack
These easy to make yogurt bites are perfect for a quick, healthy snack that you can grab and go. Ingredients 1/2 cup frozen blueberries or strawberries3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt1 teaspoon honeyMickey ice cube tray Directions Thaw frozen fruit until soft, then mash with a fork. Credit: Disney Family 2. Mix with yogurt. Then add honey and combine. Credit: Disney Family 3. Spread yogurt mixture
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6 December
Create this Snow White Tree Topper
Snow White is a friend to all and makes even the smallest cottage feel like home. Create your own tree topper with greenery and wood for a beautiful tree topper inspired by Snow White. What You’ll Need -3 twigs about 5-6 inches in length-Craft wire-Twine-A small bundle of winter greenery (found in the floral department of your local craft store or fresh from your tree)-Small pinecone-Woodland anim
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5 December
Visit Disneyland with Candyland The Disney Theme Park Edition
We can't visit Disneyland right now, but with this new game on shopDisney we can have some of the magic at home. Candyland The Disney Theme Park Edition is now available on shopDisney for guests to bring home! Enjoy the sweetest day ever in a Disney Theme Park as you ride the train, pirate ship, carrousel horse or whirling teacup past lands filled with candy flowers and lollipop trees in th
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4 December
What! Wickedly Stylish Disney Villains Sportswear from Heidi Klum!
We love all things comfortable and the new sportswear from Heidi Klum featuring Disney Villains is amazing! Disney Parks Blog reported that this new line from Heidi Klum is available on Amazon and features an “elevated and unexpected sportswear designs inspired by fan favorite Disney Villain characters like Hades, Ursula, Maleficent and The Evil Queen. “ The thoughtfully designed
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4 December
Oh Boy! Peppermint Mickey Mouse Cookies
A mix of chocolate and peppermint shaped like Mickey- how can you go wrong! This delicious peppermint cookie from Disney Family will be a favorite this season. Ingredients -Chocolate cake mix-2 eggs-1/2 cup butter-1/2 cup mini chocolate chips-3 candy canes-Vanilla frosting Directions 1. Pour the chocolate cake mix, 2 eggs, 1/2 cup butter, and 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips into a mixing bowl. 2. Mi
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3 December
Have An EARresistible Snack with Mickey Snowman Energy Bites
As it gets colder out and our energy starts to fade, these earresistible and easy energy bites are just what we need for a mid-day pick-me-up. Disney Family provides a quick and easy recipe. Ingredients -1/2 cup cashews-1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut (plus more for topping)-2 tbsp honey or maple syrup-1 1/2 tbsp solid coconut oil-1 1/2 tbsp milk (or unsweetened almond milk)-Cream-filled sandwi
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