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I grew up in Western Massachusetts. When I was nine my family went to Disneyland and I was hooked. I grew up, attended New England College in Henniker, NH and eventually moved to Virginia. I worked as a disc jockey, married and became a full time mom when our daughter was born. Fast forward several years. In 2010 we moved to Central Florida and my Disney obsession grew. I now work as a freelance writer and spend my spare time in the parks. Under the name Paula Brown I penned the novels Dream Wanderers and The Coffee Cruiser. I also am a co-author of Dining at Walt Disney World: The Definitive Guide. I'm obsessed with Star Wars, so this is a good time to live in Central Florida. I've been a vegetarian for well over a decade, a choice that my daughter eventually made as well. While my husband still hasn't joined us fully he has given up most meats except for seafood. I was relieved to find that vegetarian dining is not difficult at Walt Disney World.

Disney Ultimate Toy Drive

We’ve reached the time of year when many of us look outside of our circle of family and friends and start to think about total strangers. It will warm your heart to give to others who are less fortunate than you are. It can be hard to decide where to give during the holiday season. There are too many scams ...

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Merry & Bright Delights From Disney Movie Insiders

Disney Movie Insiders is a free program where you can earn points from seeing or purchasing select Disney movies. You can then turn those points in for prizes. For the month of December, Disney Movie Insiders is holding Merry & Bright Delights. Each weekday there is a new code that you can redeem to earn more points. There are also ...

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Win a Starcruiser Vacation in the Galactic Voyage Sweepstakes

In less than three short months Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser will welcome paying Guests for the first time! There have been some contests recently where the winner can travel to a galaxy far, far away before the experience is officially open. The latest chance to win is the Galactic Voyage Sweepstakes from Disney Movie Insiders. Here is what you can ...

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Save Time While Checking Out

While at Walt Disney World or Disneyland you will wait in a lot of lines. Disney has created a way that you can stand in one less line if you choose. It’s called Merchandise Mobile Checkout, and Rachel Monnier shared more information on Disney Parks Blog: Since last year, we’ve been testing a new mobile checkout option at select merchandise ...

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Two Popular Events Are Returning to Disney California Adventure!

Like EPCOT at Walt Disney World, Disney California Adventure has become the home of exciting special events at Disneyland. Two fan favorites are returning next year! Kelsey Lynch shared the details with Disney Parks Blog: I know many of us are looking forward to a fresh, new year in 2022, especially after missing some of our favorite theme park experiences ...

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The Trams Are Returning!

One of the biggest complaints that Guests have had since Walt Disney World reopened last year is that the parking lot trams are not running. There is good news. The trams are returning soon! The announcement was made on the Disney Parks Facebook and Instagram pages. The trams will first return to the Magic Kingdom, and that will be later ...

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Opinion: Is It Time to Update DinoLand U.S.A.?

Disney’s Animal Kingdom is an incredible Theme Park. Avatar Flight of Passage is one of the most advanced rides at Walt Disney World, and Expedition Everest provides one of the biggest thrills. The Park is beautiful all around; except in DinoLand U.S.A. If you’re looking for a quiet place in any of the Theme Parks, DinoLand is about as quiet ...

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An Extra Passholder Discount for Festival of the Holidays

If you’re a Walt Disney World Annual Passholder, you will want to visit the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays on a Tuesday. That’s because you can save ten percent off some of the Holiday Kitchens! Related: Holiday Kitchens at EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays The discount does not apply to alcoholic beverages, and some items may not be ...

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Five Things to Watch This Holiday Week

Now that we past Thanksgiving, there is no arguing that the Christmas Season is here. That means that you’ll have to make some hard decisions on what to watch! Zach Johnson and D23 have made the following suggestions: Good tidings we bring to you and your kin! Christmas is right around the corner, and we’ve got plenty of holiday-themed episodes ...

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Kali River Rapids Reopening Date

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Water rides can suffer extra wear and tear, which is why they seem to undergo refurbishment more often than some other rides. Kali River Rapids is a fun water adventure that is located in Disney Animal Kingdom’s Asia. It has been closed for refurbishment since November 1. We now know the date that Kali River Rapids is scheduled to reopen. ...

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