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  • Nov- 2022 -
    9 November
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    Here’s How Many Named Storms Have Hit Disney World in One Year

    Tropical Storm Nicole will become the second named storm in 2022 to significantly affect the Walt Disney World Resort following Hurricane Ian. Earlier today, Disney Fanatic reported that the storm caused Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom to cease operations at 5 pm on the eve it was supposed to hit with little hope that the Parks would reopen again the n

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  • Oct- 2022 -
    26 October
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    Beloved Disney Characters Who First Appeared in Disney Parks

    The Walt Disney Company has introduced the world to so many beloved characters for close to a century now. While most of the famed and fabled friends we’ve come to know over the years first got started in Disney movies and other forms of entertainment, there are also several who were exclusively introduced into Disney theme park locations and have only grown in popularity since. Here are 13 exampl

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  • 18 October
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    The Tastiest Guilty Pleasures to Indulge in at Disney World

    Walt Disney World Resort is hailed around the globe for offering up the ultimate “treat” as far as high-ranking vacation destinations go. It’s true that Disney has no shortage of attributes to brag about, and among some of the most boastworthy of all Disney World’s bragging rights is, of course, the phenomenal food scene that exists here. Any foodie can attest to the flavorful presentations to be

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  • 17 October
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    Animal Kingdom Lodge Welcomes Endangered Baby Okapi

    According to the Disney Parks Blog, there is an exciting new member of the Animal Kingdom Lodge family — and this one is a “ghost of the forest”! The Animal Kingdom Lodge is a popular Walt Disney World Resort in Florida that is, of course, perfect for fans of the Animal Kingdom Park and Disney's Kilimanjaro Safaris. African wildlife like giraffes and zebras populate the Animal Ki

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  • 7 October
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    Here’s What Happened to Disney’s Animal Kingdom Animals During Hurricane Ian

    As Hurricane Ian passed through Central Florida and over The Walt Disney World Resort, Guests and Cast Members alike hunkered down in the Resort Hotels scattered throughout the property. But they were not the only Disney World Residents riding out the storm. Over at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Park sat the menagerie of beloved animals who also had to seek shelter from the storm. Related: CMs are the M

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  • 5 October
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    Hurricane Ian Removes Evidence of Everest ‘Ritual’

    Hurricane Ian has certainly left its mark on the state of Florida and Florida residents (as well as residents in nearby states located in southeastern America). During the hurricane and tropical storm, we saw Disney Cast Members rise to the occasion, theme parks working to quickly assess damage to rides or attractions, establishments like Orlando International Airport working hard to adjust, and p

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  • 4 October
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    The Greatest Experiences for Families Vacationing at Disney World

    As you and your family embark on a wondrous Walt Disney World vacation, you want to bestow on your loved ones the very epitome of enchantment—the most magical moments to cherish and remember. Sure, any visit to Disney World is sure to be great, but here are 15 examples of the absolute greatest Disney experiences for families to keep in mind when taking the trip. Related: 20 Best Disney Experiences

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  • Sep- 2022 -
    30 September
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    Disney World Theme Parks Return to Normal Operation Saturday

    After facing down one of the worst hurricanes to hit Florida in recent memory, the Walt Disney World Resort will proudly celebrate its 51st Birthday with Guests and Cast Members on Saturday, October 1, as its Theme Parks return to normal operating hours. According to the Walt Disney World website, Disney’s Animal Kingdom will be open from 8:00 am – 8:00 pm, with Early Theme Park Entry offere

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  • 30 September
    Dinosaur Attraction at Disney's Animal Kingdom in Orlando, Florida

    OpEd: How ‘Indiana Jones’ Could Save this Disney Park

    The Walt Disney World Resort unfolded unprecedented updates during recent weeks, but one Disney Park remains in the dark regarding the future development of a somewhat forgotten land. Now, one ride from Disneyland could help revitalize Disney’s Animal Kingdom like never before. Related: OpEd: How Disney’s New ‘Figment’ Movie Could Save EPCOT There’s no beating around the bush on this one; Disney P

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  • 29 September
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    Hurricane Ian Forces Disney to Cancel Show’s Final Performance

    Even though Walt Disney World Resort is reopening — or, at least, carrying on with a “phased reopening” — tomorrow after being closed due to Hurricane Ian, one of its shows has just quietly and unknowingly had its final performance. KiteTails was meant to end its run as an exclusive Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary show with some fanfare on September 30 (tomorrow), but Hu

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