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Walt Disney World Through the Years; Then to Now, to What’s Next?

2. From Then to Now and Beyond—Preparing to Celebrate Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary. The beginning of the fifth decade of Walt Disney World began with the largest expansion since its opening.  The total transformation of Fantasyland in the Magic Kingdom, doubling the size of the original Fantasyland from 10 to 21 acres took almost two years to complete and ...

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Walt Disney World Through the Years; Then to Now, to What’s Next?

Soarin

3. Welcome to the 21stCentury and the Fourth Decade at Walt Disney World Walt Disney World was totally prepared for the phenomenon of Y2K, when prophets and physics had predicted either the end of the world or at least an end to civilization because of a monumental loss of power. Thankfully, there was basically no interference whatsoever in the arrival of ...

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Walt Disney World Through the Years; Then to Now, to What’s Next?

Fantasmic

4. The 90s Brought Even More Sensational Rides, Attractions, and One Very Unique Theme Park The 90s at Walt Disney World introduced a multitude of new rides, attractions, Downtown Disney (a dining, shopping, dining, and entertainment complex, later renamed Disney Springs), a growth spurt in new Disney Resorts, a new water park (Blizzard Beach), two miniature golf courses (Fantasia Gardens ...

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Walt Disney World Through the Years; Then to Now, to What’s Next?

Spaceship Earth

5. Walt Disney World ‘s Decade of Expansion (80s) Walt Disney World’s second decade began and ended with a flourish of new rides, attractions, shops, restaurants, a new water park, Typhoon Lagoon, two new Disney Resorts, Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa and Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort, plus the opening of two new theme parks, EPCOT and Disney’s MGM-Studios.  It ...

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Walt Disney World Through the Years; Then to Now, to What’s Next?

Carousel Of Progress

6. The Decade of Beginning (70s) Walt Disney World opened its doors on October 1, 1971, with exciting rides, attractions, shops, and restaurants, along with four Disney-themed lands, plus Liberty Square. The Magic Kingdom was the only theme park opened on that day.  The rest of the “World” would arrive later. Rides and Attractions on Opening Day: Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride-Fantasyland ...

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Walt Disney World Through the Years; Then to Now, to What’s Next?

Building in Florida just got more difficult for Disney

On October 1, 1971, something wonderful occurred in the city of Lake Buena Vista, Florida. On this day, almost 50 years ago, Walt Disney World opened its doors to the public and became the “most magical place on earth”, and today is also the most visited theme park on earth.  Walt Disney passed away before the completion of Disney World, but ...

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Our 10 Favorite Character Meals at Walt Disney World

Be Our Guest

1. Dinner at Be Our Guest – Magic Kingdom If Cinderella’s Royal Table is the hardest Disney dining reservation to come by, then dinner at Be Our Guest is the second hardest to score. The food is amazing—choose from beef tenderloin, ratatouille, seared chicken breast and more. For dessert—you guessed it—try the Grey Stuff; it’s delicious. Feast in either the ...

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Our 10 Favorite Character Meals at Walt Disney World

Cinderella's Royal Table

2. Dinner at Cinderella’s Royal Table – Magic Kingdom This is the most sought-after (and hardest to score) dining reservation at the Walt Disney World Resort. That’s because it’s inside Cinderella Castle, the food is great, the characters are even better, and the restaurant is one of the smallest on Disney property. But if you are blessed enough to score ...

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Our 10 Favorite Character Meals at Walt Disney World

Donald Duck

3. Donald’s Safari Breakfast at Tusker House – Animal Kingdom Before you head out on your safari at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, stop in at Tusker House in the Harambe Village in Africa and say hello to Donald and his friends. Enjoy all your breakfast favorites with an African feel and flair. This is one dining experience that’s wild!

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Our 10 Favorite Character Meals at Walt Disney World

Chef Mickey's

4. Chef Mickey’s Buffet Breakfast at Chef Mickey’s – Disney’s Contemporary Resort Anything’s better with Mickey, and this fun breakfast is no exception. It’s the perfect experience for kids and kids at heart. Stop by for a delightful breakfast featuring Mickey waffles, eggs, bacon, sausage, biscuits, fresh fruit and more. The best part is meeting Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Pluto and ...

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