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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.

More Magic Key Dates Are Filled

Recently, we told you that all of December is filled for Magic Key Holders at Disneyland. Well, it looks like those who want to go in November may be out of luck as well. The current calendar for all levels of Magic Key Holders is filled for the rest of this month. At Disneyland, the Annual Passholder program was redesigned ...

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Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park Remains Closed

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If you wanted to head to Disney’s Blizzard Beach on Sunday, November 7, you will need to change your plans. The popular Water Park is closed for the third day in a row. Don’t worry, it isn’t because there is a technical problem. It is because of the cold temperatures that have hit Central Florida. Nearby Aquatica Orlando and Universal’s ...

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The Holidays Have Arrived at Disney’s Hollywood Studios!

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The holiday season is tricky this year at Walt Disney World. The official date for the beginning of the celebrations in the Theme Parks is November 12, except at EPCOT. That is because the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival is currently running. The EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays will begin on November 26. Even though we haven’t officially ...

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The Holidays Have Arrived at Disney’s Animal Kingdom!

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Today I had a chance to stop by Disney’s Animal Kingdom to check out the holiday decorations. The holiday season does not officially begin at the Park until November 12, but you couldn’t tell by looking around. There are plenty of decorations, and unlike when I stopped by the Magic Kingdom the other day there was Christmas music playing. The ...

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The Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend Has Kicked Off!

Earlier today we shared information on the kickoff of the Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend. This is the first in person race weekend in over a year and a half. When Walt Disney World shut down in March, 2020, all runDisney races went virtual. The event is now underway. Sarah Harris has shared the following on Disney Parks ...

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Celebrating the 50th Anniversary at the Walt Disney World Resort Hotels

We’ve shared quite a bit with you about The World’s Most Magical Celebration at the Walt Disney World Theme Parks. The fun doesn’t stop there. If you stay within the magic, you’ll discover that the party continues into the Resort Hotels. Thomas Smith has shared the following on Disney Parks Blog: Today, our “Everything 50th” series continues with new EARidescent ...

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Christmas Town at Busch Gardens Tampa

While the holidays are magical at Walt Disney World, the other local Theme Parks go all out as well. We’ve already shared with you about Universal Orlando Resort and SeaWorld Christmas Celebration. Another classic holiday event takes place about an hour outside of Walt Disney World. We’re talking about Christmas Town at Busch Gardens Tampa. Christmas Town takes place nightly ...

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Frontier Airlines Adds 14 New Routes to Orlando

Almost everyone traveling to Orlando is looking for ways to save on their Walt Disney World trip, and getting there can take up a huge chunk of the vacation budget. Finding a cheap flight can help to keep costs under control, and it is even better to find a flight that is direct. That way you can save both time ...

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The Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Is This Weekend!

This weekend marks a milestone that many people have longed for. In person races are returning to Walt Disney World! The first set of races in over 18 months will be the Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon. Race Weekends officially begin before the first race is held, so that runners have a chance to pick up their packets. The ...

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Mickey Sighting at Town Square Theater

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Although there have been plenty of opportunities to see characters since Walt Disney World reopened, seeing them inside has been a different story. There are a few character meals, but indoor meet and greets have not returned. A modified experience is being tested, and I recently tried one out. Mickey Mouse can once again be found inside Town Square Theater. ...

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