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Author Archives: Melissa Cannioto

Melissa is an author, adventurer, and chatterbox, who has worked at Walt Disney World, Disneyland Paris, and Adventures by Disney! A British native, she has traveled the world seeking new experiences, and now resides in Florida with her husband, an Air Force pilot. Find her children's book at @bear.hug.book

The Only Place In Disney World to Get Fireworks INSIDE Your Hotel Room

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What comes to mind when you think of the Walt Disney World Resort? For many, it’s the chance to meet favorite Disney characters like Mickey Mouse and Cinderella across the Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom theme parks. For others, it’s the incredible themed attractions like Haunted Mansion and Pirates of the Caribbean or the deliciously ...

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The Photogenic Disney Treat That No One Talks About

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It’s not often we’re taken by surprise by a Disney snack at Walt Disney World.  Guests visiting Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Disney’s Animal Kingdom, or Disney Springs are spoiled for choice when it comes to vacation treats. From the iconic Mickey Premium Bar, churros, and DOLE Whip to the filling funnel cakes and Mickey pretzels, there is so ...

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The Magical Disney World Rooftop You Can Actually Climb To

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There are so many beautiful views at the Walt Disney World Resort in Central Florida. From the gorgeous landscapes of Disney’s Animal Kingdom and the Sunset Boulevard Imagineering of Disney’s Hollywood Studios to the incredible cultural designs of World Showcase at EPCOT, Disney World’s theme parks are full of photogenic spots that fill Instagram and social media.  It’s not every ...

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The Rare Disney Snack You Can Find in an Unexpected Place

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There are so many snacks and treats at Walt Disney World to suit every Guest and their appetite. Across the Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom theme parks, Guests can pick from churros, a Mickey Premium Bar, donuts, cupcakes, popcorn, or even turkey legs to fuel their day. No Disney snack is better, though, at refreshing ...

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The Secret to a More Magical Ride on Splash Mountain

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It’s one of the Walt Disney World Resort’s most iconic attractions, and yet there is still a way to ride Splash Mountain with a whole new magical perspective. Located at the Magic Kingdom Park in Frontierland, the water ride has become part of the thrilling mountain challenge. Guests must complete all three mountains: Splash Mountain, Space Mountain, and Big Thunder ...

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Phased Reopening of Beloved Disney Restaurant Coming Soon!

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It’s hard to keep up nowadays with what is open and what is closed at both the Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resort theme parks. From the continued closure of the beloved nighttime spectacular Fantasmic! at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, to the upcoming reopening of the Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue show, Guests have a lot of changes coming to their next Disney ...

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The Secret to Getting a High Score on Toy Story Mania

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At Disney’s Hollywood Studios theme park, Guests can shrink to the size of a toy and enjoy attractions such as Slinky Dog Dash and Alien Swirling Saucers, as well as the extremely entertaining – but competitive – Toy Story Mania. The Disney Park ride can be found both in Walt Disney World and over in Disney California Adventure Park at ...

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The Secret Spot to Get a Photo with the Disney World Gate

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Driving onto Walt Disney World property to get to the Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, or Disney’s Animal Kingdom theme parks is one of the best moments of any road trip. Approaching the Disney World entrance arch with its iconic Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse images and large “Walt Disney World” lettering is a magical moment for every Guest ...

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