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  • Nov- 2020 -
    21 November
    Disney World Bus

    Disney’s Park-To-Park Transportation To Resume 2021

    As previously shared, the Park Hopper option is returning to Walt Disney World January 2021 with modifications. While no park-to-park transportation has currently been available, Disney plans to resume this form of transportation in 2021 to make park hopping a breeze! As shared on the Walt Disney World website: Complimentary Resort Transportation: Transportation is operating with physical distanci

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  • 21 November
    Crystal Palace Restaurant captures the whimsical spirit of Magic Kingdom with its airy dining room featuring white tables, playful green chairs, grand windows, and cheerful yellow flowers—the perfect setting for a magical Disney meal.

    New Menu Available for The Crystal Palace Restaurant at Magic Kingdom

    Disney has announced on December 13, The Crystal Palace will reopen its doors! Unfortunately, our friends from the Hundred-Acre Wood will be taking a break from greeting guests. The menu however has been released and it looks delicious! The restaurant will now be offering a family-style dining experience. Guests can book a reservation beginning December 1. While we wait, let's check out the new lu

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  • 21 November
    Pooh's Hunny Tarts—five charming mini apple tarts inspired by Winnie the Pooh—are displayed on a rustic wooden board, perfect for Disney park festivities. In the bottom left corner, a bee-shaped honey dipper nods to Pooh’s love of sweet treats, adding extra Disney magic to your holiday spread.

    Sweeten Up the Holiday with Pooh’s Hunny Tarts

    This is a fun, quick dessert to add to your Thanksgiving meal this holiday season. These mini honey-drizzled tarts are just what you need to quiet those rumblings in your tummy. PINSHAREEMAILPRINT Ingredients Baking sheetParchment paperRound cookie cutter (about 2.75 inches wide)Frozen puff pastry (1 sheet, defrosted and ready to use)1 or 2 apples (peeled, cored, and sliced very thin)Cinnamon suga

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  • 21 November
    A warm fire crackles beneath festive stockings in a hearth reminiscent of a Disney park holiday display, while "Arendelle Castle Yule Log" illuminates the scene with an inviting shimmer—hinting at enchanting seasonal magic soon arriving at Disney.

    New “Arendelle Castle Yule Log” Coming Soon

    According to WhatsOnDisneyPlus, Disney has announced that they will be releasing a new “Arendelle Castle Yule Log” for the Holiday Season. This is a perfect setting for a cozy night with loved ones. It will be coming to Disney+ on Friday, December 11th. “For your holiday celebrations, set the wintry mood with Anna and Elsa’s Arendelle Castle yule log. The castle is newly decorate

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  • 20 November
    tomorrowland terrace restaruant

    Magic Kingdom’s Tomorrowland Terrace Restaurant to Reopen Mid-December

    We’re seeing progress is being made as more and more restaurants and experiences reopen at Walt Disney World. One of the most recent restaurants scheduled to reopen in the near future is the quick-service restaurant, Tomorrowland Terrace located at Magic Kingdom.   As shared by DisneyParksBlog: “On December 17, one of our favorite outdoor dining spots, Tomorrowland Terrace, will reopen.

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  • 20 November
    A whimsical turkey meatloaf crafted into the shape of a bunny, served on a festive plate with steamed broccoli and zucchini, topped with carrot ketchup, all set against a vibrant, theme park-inspired backdrop bursting with color and excitement.

    Try This Turkey Meatloaf with Carrot Ketchup

    This meatloaf is a healthier version of that delicious meatloaf that your mom used to make for supper. DisneyFamily brings a unique flavor with carrot ketchup as well as some Mickey fun. Ingredients For the Carrot Ketchup:-1 cup freshly made carrot juice, carrot pulp reserved-1/4 cup apple cider vinegar-1/4 cup honey-1 teaspoon coarse salt-1 teaspoon xanthan gum*, divided-1/2 teaspoon granulated o

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  • 20 November
    A Disney-loving family of four, all wearing Disney shirts and beaming with radiant Magical Smiles and braces, pose happily in front of a whimsical wooden backdrop.

    New Disney Braces Are Creating Magical Smiles

    Now you can bring Disney to your smile with new braces from WildSmiles Braces. It is a fun and unique idea that we are surprised hasn't been done before now. Here’s what WildSmiles founder Clarke Stevens, DDS,MS. said: “As an innovator in orthodontic treatment, we are thrilled to collaborate with Disney,” said WildSmiles founder Clarke Stevens, DDS, MS. “Mickey Mouse is a beloved character that in

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  • 20 November
    Candlelight Processional

    Producer of Epcot’s Candlelight Processional to Conduct “Noel: The Carols of Christmas” in Orlando

    Are you as bummed as we are that Epcot will not hold the Candlelight Procession this year? While 2020 has been a rough year of cancellations and modifications, we are excited to share that you can get your Christmas carol fix in Orlando, from the same producer of Epcot's Candlelight Processional. Photo Credit: DerricJohnson.com Derric Johnson has served thirty-three years as a Creative Consultant

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  • 20 November
    Yoda, R2-D2, C-3PO, porgs, and other droids come together in a Galaxy’s Edge-inspired sci-fi setting that brings the Star Wars universe to life for theme park guests.

    New Virtual Reality Adventure Star Wars: Tales from the Galaxy’s Edge Available Now

    Have you ever wanted to explore the planet of Batuu beyond what you’ve seen at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge? Well now, you can! ILMxLAB, Lucasfilm’s award-winning immersive entertainment studio, has released their latest virtual reality adventure, Star Wars: Tales from the Galaxy’s Edge. The new experience is available now on the Oculus Quest platform. Check out the details as shared by DisneyParksBlo

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  • 19 November
    Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind coaster vehicles, painted bright blue, climb a steep indoor track under a dramatic black ceiling with vibrant lighting overhead, showcasing the cutting-edge thrill ride during testing at EPCOT.

    Epcot’s Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Vehicles “Push/Pull” Testing

    Highlights from November 19 “D23 Fantastic Worlds Celebration: EPCOT and the Magic of Possibility” are rolling in! It’s always fun to hear EPCOT news as the transformation of the park continues. One of the latest highlights is that Epcot's Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind vehicles are undergoing “push/pull” testing as seen in the image below.   As shared by DisneyParksBlog: “Our w

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