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May- 2016 -18 May
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
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
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
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
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
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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19 April
Disney Rumor Likely To Disappoint Animal Kingdom Lovers
From WDWNewsToday.com “As Walt Disney World rolls out the red carpet for its annual summer media preview this week, something BIG is noticeably missing from any and all press releases… Rivers of Light. While many new attractions we do not have opening dates for as of yet are mentioned (i.e. Soarin’ Around the world, Frozen Ever After), Rivers of Light is not mentioned at all, even though Ani
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6 April
Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom Adds “Early Morning Magic” Event
As announced on the Disney Parks Blog Beginning April 26th at Magic Kingdom the Early Morning Magic package will allow a very limited number of guests to be among the first to enter Magic Kingdom Park to enjoy a breakfast and ride a trio of favorite Fantasyland attractions. Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, Peter Pan’s Flight and The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh attractions will be open to ride durin
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5 April
Walt Disney World’s Animal Kingdom “Rivers Of Light” Delayed!
From The Disney Parks Blog From the blog: “With the expansion of Disney’s Animal Kingdom, we’re excited to give Guests even more opportunities to celebrate the magic of animals and nature as day turns into night. While we’d hoped to debut these offerings on April 22, unfortunately, they will not open as planned on that date as we give the team more time to bring these innovative experiences
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