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I am a diehard Disney fanatic! I fell in love with all things Disney from an early age and that only increased once I first visited Walt Disney World! It led me to complete a yearlong Disney College Program working at merchandise locations within Disney’s Hollywood Studios (Disney-MGM Studios at that time) and I worked for Disney Parks & Resorts Technology in Project/Program Management. Now I get to write about Disney and help others plan their magical vacations! Disney holds a special place in the hearts of my entire family as my husband proposed there, we honeymooned there, took trips while pregnant with each of my boys and have visited with them many, many times from 8 weeks old through now. One of my favorite memories from each trip is always the look on my kids’ faces the first time they see the castle. I’d love to help you plan your magical vacation! Request a free quote at http://magicalvacationplanner.com/staff/christy-caby/ or look for me on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/christy.caby. Have a magical day!

Walt Disney World Displays New Signs for The Polite Pig at Disney Springs

Disney Springs plaque with "The Source of Inspiration" motto, scenic building and lush plants—perfect for Disney World insiders.

Disney Springs has become quite the hopping place for guests to shop, dine and enjoy all the entertainment and extras.  It is a happening place to be any time of day, but especially at night with a great nightlife vibe.  The Polite Pig is one of the newest restaurants that is expected to open this spring.  We haven’t heard any ...

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Walt Disney World Delays Lunch Character Changes at Hollywood and Vine

Mickey Mouse welcomes you at Disney’s Hollywood Studios entrance, clapper board in hand, ready for magical movie adventures.

We previously reported that Hollywood and Vine in Disney’s Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World would be changing the lunchtime line-up that currently includes Disney Junior characters.  The new lunchtime line-up would include classic Disney characters like Minnie, Mickey, Goofy, Donald and Daisy in their seasonal, themed attire.  Disney has now announced that this change will no longer go into ...

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#DisneyParksLIVE to Stream Wishes on March 23rd at Walt Disney World

Spectacular fireworks light up Cinderella Castle at night in Walt Disney World, dazzling guests amid the magical surroundings.

We reported previously about how Disney announced that May 11th, 2017 would be the last day that Wishes would be performed at the Magic Kingdom.  Wishes has been the long reigning beloved nighttime fireworks show performed at the park most nights.  We are happy to share that Disney Parks Blog announced that they will host a live-stream of Wished on ...

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Advanced Quick Service Ordering Coming to Additional Walt Disney World Dining Locations

The Disney app begins its magical install, with a progress bar sparkling in the app store search results.

If you dine at Be Our Guest for lunch, you will find that you can use My Disney Experience to place your meal order in advance of your arrival.  Then when you check in, you are able to pay at the counter and then go ahead and find a seat while your food is prepared and then brought to your ...

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Walt Disney World to Start Construction on Third Parking Garage at Disney Springs

Disney Springs plaque with "The Source of Inspiration" motto, scenic building and lush plants—perfect for Disney World insiders.

Disney Springs has been under a major expansion for the last couple of years.  The area has added numerous shops, restaurants, entertainment and the addition of 2 new parking garages to help accommodate the increased traffic to the area.  Disney has now announced that they will start construction on the third parking garage for the area on April 1st (unless ...

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Epcot Adds Figment Magic Shot at Walt Disney World

Guests flock toward Epcot’s iconic geodesic sphere, framed by vibrant gardens—an unforgettable Disney park experience.

There is now a new Magic Shot featuring Figment for the International Flower & Garden Festival taking place this spring at Epcot in Walt Disney World.  The shot features Figment appearing as if he is flying in to photobomb the shot.  Figment is a fan-favorite at Epcot, and used to be one of the main icons and mascots for the ...

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New Park Maps at Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World

Vibrant Magic Kingdom park map featuring Cinderella Castle, attraction highlights, guest tips, and My Disney Experience app info.

We have received reports that the park maps at Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World have changed starting today.  The park maps will now feature the new evening fireworks show, “Once Upon a Time”.  The show is expected to replace the current fireworks show, “Wishes”, starting on May 12th, 2017.  This new map design will also have a design similar ...

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Citricos at Walt Disney World to Offer Special Dining Events

The Grand Floridian Resort, Disney’s elegant Victorian hotel with red roofs and white balconies, set under a bright Florida sky.

Citricos at the Grand Floridian Resort and Spa in Walt Disney World has a couple of amazing limited dining experiences on the calendar for all of the foodies out there.  Citricos is one of the Disney Signature Dining restaurants at Walt Disney World.  The restaurant is known for fine dining in a fine atmosphere.  Guests are typically required to adhere ...

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Walt Disney World to Open Planet Hollywood Quick Service Location

Illuminated "Planet Hollywood Observatory" sign marks the entrance; www.MickeyTips.com in corner, ideal for Disney fans.

The grand opening of the Planet Hollywood Observatory in Disney Springs at Walt Disney World has been a huge success.  The grand opening welcomed celebrities like Britney Spears and Reese Witherspoon to participate in opening festivities.  The original Planet Hollywood location closed last year so that it could be completely renovated and re-imagined as the new restaurant.  Robert Earl, the ...

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Disney Forced to Pay $3.8 Million in Labor Violations to Walt Disney World Resort Employees

Walt Disney World Sign

Today wasn’t the best news day for Walt Disney World.  The U.S. Department of Labor has been conducting an investigation for 16,399 resort cast members at Walt Disney World.  The payout is said to be $3.8 million, which equals out to around an average $233 per cast member. The investigation found violations in Disney’s record-keeping, adhering the minimum wage laws and ...

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