Walt Disney World

  • Feb- 2022 -
    4 February
    Mickey and Minnie Mouse greet a guest in front of the iconic castle at Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom, creating a magical photo opportunity.

    Would Walt Disney Recognize the Magic Kingdom?

    The flagship park of the Walt Disney World Resort was ultimately pulled off in time for its October 1, 1971 opening by Roy Disney, Walt Disney's brother who had taken over management of the project following his death to see his brother's dream through. Walt passed away in 1966, just one year after the “Florida Project” was publicly announced, and as a result, he was never even able to

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  • 4 February
    Mickey and Minnie Mouse, dressed in their royal finest, greet excited runners at the finish line of the Disney Princess Half Marathon, adding extra magic to Disney Princess Marathon Weekend.

    What Runners Need to Know for runDisney’s Princess Half Marathon Weekend

    runDisney's Princess Marathon Half Weekend is coming up February 24-27, 2022, and we've got all the details that you need to know to make the most of your time at the event. runDisney events can feel a little overwhelming with so much going on over the race weekend, especially if is your first race at Walt Disney World, but the details in this post from runDisney's event guide should help with all

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  • 4 February
    Princess Tiana delights a young cancer survivor during an emotional meet-and-greet in her signature green dress at a Disney park, joined by another character in matching attire. The "GMA" logo is displayed in the bottom left corner of the image.

    VIDEO: Inspirational 6-Year Old Cancer Survivor Meets Princess Tiana

    Grab the tissues! A magical moment recently took place at the Magic Kingdom where six-year-old princess and cancer survivor Aubrey English got to have a special interaction with Princess Tiana. Good Morning America shared a video of this most special Princess and the Frog (2009) meet and greet experience. Watch English meet Princess Tiana and learn more about her experience at Walt Disney World an

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  • 4 February
    Liberty Square

    Unique Distinctions Between Disney’s Two America-Themed “Squares”

    For those of you who have ever had the opportunity to visit both Disneyland Park in Anaheim, California and Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom Park in Orlando, Florida, you already know that the two destinations share a number of commonalities. From showcasing many of the same classic attractions to following a comparable themed layout of land designations, these two parks are undeniably the most s

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  • 3 February
    Nigerian Dwarf Goats, Disney's Animal Kingdom

    PHOTOS: Baby Nigerian Dwarf Goats Join the Herd at Kilimanjaro Safaris

    Baby animal news is our favorite news, and today's is adorable! Beginning today, Guests riding Kilimanjaro Safaris at Disney's Animal Kingdom will see a new bunch of babies joining the herd of Nigerian Dwarf Goats at the fan-favorite attraction. The Nigerian Dwarf Goats in Disney's Animal Kingdom are some of the newest residents to arrive at Kilimanjaro Safaris, making their debut at the end of 20

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  • 3 February
    Exclusive Disney World Passholder stickers featuring Mickey Mouse and Goofy, accompanied by a vibrant welcome card that reads, "Welcome to Another Magical Year!.

    When Will Disney World Restart Annual Pass Sales?

    If you are in the market for a Walt Disney World Annual Pass, and you are not a Florida resident, you may already be aware that you are currently out of luck in that department. Sales of new Annual Passes with the exception of the “Disney Pixie Dust Pass” (for Florida residents only) have been paused since the holiday season began last November, and now, more than a month into the New

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  • 3 February

    shopDisney Update: Holiday Merchandise Causes Confusion in New Arrivals

    We're back with another shopDisney update, and this is an…unseasonably festive one! While checking new arrivals on the official Disney store website today, we came across a number of holiday items including new Disney character ornaments, Gingerbread-inspired Funko! Pops, and some new additions to the golden statue ornament collection. These new arrivals probably have you wondering the same

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  • 3 February
    Disney's Yacht and Beach Club

    Disney World to Host Political Conference – Pence, DeSantis to Attend

    This upcoming weekend–February 4 – 5–, The Walt Disney World Resort will host The Federalist Society's Eighth Annual Florida Chapters Conference. The Conservative Libertarian non-profit booked their event at Disney's Yacht and Beach Club Resorts and is set to feature Supreme Court Justice, Hon. Neil M. Gorsuch, Former Vice President, Hon. Mike Pence, and Florida Governor Ron DeSa

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  • 3 February
    Two blue cars—one marked with a bold red X and the other with a red question mark—sit inside a show building styled just like Epcot’s Test Track attraction.

    Test Track Closes Early Today for the Third Day in a Row

    Attractions at Walt Disney World seldom close earlier than the rest of the park, with only a few exceptions that would make early closures a regular occurrence. One exception would be a show with performances that only run at certain times, less popular attractions where early closures are likely the result of a tight budget or rides or shows that are moving toward a seasonal status. Test Track at

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  • 2 February
    Left: Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom. Right: Solo visitor strikes a pose in front of the Tree of Life at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, embracing the excitement of exploring Walt Disney World on their own.

    Considering a Solo Trip to Walt Disney World? Read This First!

    Are you thinking about taking a solo trip to Walt Disney World? It might feel strange at first to plan a trip to the Most Magical Place on Earth without friends or family, but a solo trip can be fun in its own way, and sometimes getting away on your own is just what you need! If you are still on the fence, here are some of my favorite things about a solo Disney trip that just might convince you to

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