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Steven has a complicated relationship with Disney. As a child, he visited Walt Disney World every few years with his family. But he never understood why kids his age (and older) were so scared of Snow White or Alien Encounter. He is a former participant of the Disney College Program (left early…long story), and he also previously worked in Children’s publishing, where he adapted multiple Disney movies and TV shows. He has many controversial opinions about Disney…like having a positive view of Michael Eisner, believing Return of the Jedi is superior to The Empire Strikes Back, and that Toy Story Land and Galaxy’s Edge should have never been built (at least not at Hollywood Studios). Every year for the past two decades, Steven has visited either Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Aulani or went on a Disney Cruise. He’s happy to share any and all knowledge of the Disney destinations (and he likes using parenthesis a lot…as well as ellipses…)

Extended Disney Park Hours for Resort Guests

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Disney is bringing back many old perks for Resort Guests. The Old Ways Over recent years many benefits awarded to Guests who stayed at Disney properties have gone away. These included things such as free shuttle transportation from the airport on Disney’s Magical Express busses and extra magic hours in the parks. RELATED: Disney After Hours Was Just Expanded With More ...

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Chris Pratt Has Never Been to Disney World?

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He has also never been on Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind. It’s obviously not required that every movie star visit every attraction based upon a movie they were in. However, if nothing else, one would think curiosity might propel one. When it comes to actors and Walt Disney World attractions, many have visited the rides they either had a ...

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Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride Re-Opening June 15

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A series of dark rides in Fantasyland are set to be closed this summer for refurbishments. Among these many attractions are Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride, Alice in Wonderland, and Peter Pan’s Flight. Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride This classic dark ride is one of the Park’s original classics. Based on the animated dual feature The Adventures of Ichabod and Mr. Toad ...

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$100,000 + 2,995 Days = Disney Record

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Some people set a Guinness World Record by risking their lives, putting their bodies through torture, or harboring some weird obsession. But have you ever considered what it would take to set a record for consecutive Disney Park visits? One Man’s Journey Jeff Reitz of Hunting Beach set a new record earlier this year for the most consecutive visits to ...

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New Slide Delivered to Blizzard Beach

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Disney’s Blizzard Beach is arguably one of Orlando’s best-themed water parks. It’s one of two owned and operated by Walt Disney World and located near Animal Kingdom. Its History The Park opened in 1995 as Walt Disney World’s third Water Park (River Country has since closed). It’s themed around the story of a popular ski Resort that suddenly experienced rising ...

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Top 10 Mother’s Day Treats at Disney Parks

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Mother’s Day is a special time of year. This year the Walt Disney Company is celebrating with a wide assortment of delectable desserts and sweet treats for Mom. For 100 years, Disney has reminded all of us to remember the love we have for the women and mothers who sacrifice so much. If you are heading to Walt Disney World ...

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Pandora Event at Walt Disney World

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Disney has partnered with Pandora again to celebrate Mom for this upcoming Mother’s Day. Special Calligraphy Events are coming to Walt Disney World this week. It will be held May 5 at Uptown Jewelers in the Magic Kingdom, and May 6 at Legends of Hollywood in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Uptown Jewelers sells a variety of Disney Parks souvenirs, including gems, ...

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Oscar Winner and Disney Star Visits Magic Kingdom

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Disney’s list of celebrities and movie stars is one of the largest in Hollywood. A History Of Stars Since its founding, the 100-year-old studio has produced Oscar winners, blockbusters, comedies, and even family dramas. Among the stars who have graced the silver screen include Johnny Depp, Robert Downey, Jr., Oprah Winfrey, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Shakira, Eddie Murphy, Maya Rudolph, Robin Williams, ...

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New Photo Ops at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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Disney Photopass service provides countless Walt Disney World Guests with unique ways to capture the memories of their vacation. It’s a valuable tool that helps you collect and organize ride photos, character meet-and-greets, and signature images captured by on-property photographers (such as shots in front of Cinderella Castle). Photopass photographers are often stationed throughout the various Disney Parks, looking for ...

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Disney Dad Stole Millions for Lavish Disney Vacations

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Who hasn’t wondered what indulging in a luxury Walt Disney World Vacation would be like? Imagine infinite Disney Park passes and Lightning Lanes followed by an evening at a Presidential suite inside a top-tier Disney hotel. Few experiences are more exclusive than being Guests at a premium Disney World Resort. RELATED: The Ultimate Savings Guide for A Disney Vacation A Financial ...

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