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Would You Order a $137 Cocktail at Walt Disney World?

A staff member in a sharp suit and blue mask brings drinks to guests on a tray inside the elegant, window-lined restaurant at Universal Studios.

California Grill is considered one of the best restaurants at Walt Disney World. The food is exceptional, and the views of the Magic Kingdom are the best outside of the Theme Park. Disney’s Contemporary Resort opened on October 1, 1971, so it is only fitting that there is a special menu for the World’s Most Magical Celebration. Instead of ordering ...

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Best Walt Disney World Resort Hotels for Adults

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It’s not easy compiling a list of the best Disney Resort Hotels since what is most important in a Resort will vary from person to person. Do you want to stay within walking distance of Disney Springs for all those late nights out? Maybe you want to be pampered and surrounded with luxury during your WDW vacation. Or is access ...

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More Galactic Starcruiser Cancelations

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Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser will start to welcome paying Guests in less than three months. It will give ‘Star Wars’ fans a chance to really be part of the story in a way that has never been experienced before. Galactic Starcruiser will offer a two night experience, it’s supposed to simulate a cruise in space. There’s one port of call; ...

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Preparing for the Royal Makeover of the Disneyland Hotel in Paris

Cast Members in high-visibility vests and hard hats examine blueprints outside the Disneyland Hotel Paris at sunset, gearing up for the much-anticipated Royal Makeover of this iconic Disney landmark.

Disney’s New York Hotel at Disneyland Paris recently went through a major refurbishment, transforming it into Disney’s New York Hotel – The Art of Marvel. Next up is the Disneyland Hotel at Disneyland Paris. Thomas Smith shared some of the regal details with Disney Parks Blog: The massive transformation of Disneyland Hotel – the flagship icon located at the entrance ...

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Mears Connect Signs Are Up at Orlando International Airport

Disney’s Magical Express has been transporting Guests staying on Walt Disney World property to and from Orlando International Airport since 2005. Earlier this year, Disney announced that the service would end on December 31, 2021. That meant that Guests would need to find a different way to and from the airport. Almost immediately, Mears Transportation Group announced Mears Connect. It ...

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Learning From a Disneyland Paris Marvel Artist

A masked Marvel fan poses confidently with arms crossed beside a vibrant comic-style Thor mural, capturing the excitement of a superhero attraction.

The name “Marvel” means different things to different people. To some, it offers a chance to live out their dreams of becoming an artist. Thomas Smith and Disney Parks Blog recently shared the story of one such man from Disneyland Paris: The world’s first Marvel-inspired hotel,  Disney’s Hotel New York – The Art of Marvel, continues to excite and astound guests ...

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Last Chance to Enter Galactic Voyage Sweepstake

Star Wars icons wielding lightsabers alongside starships, all set in a vibrant display to promote Disney’s Galactic Voyage Sweepstakes—seize your final chance to join this thrilling adventure.

It is hard to believe that we are almost in 2022, and on March 1st, the much awaited Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser will be welcoming Guests on board. This is a very pricey voyage; winning an all expenses paid stay could be a dream for someone. You are running out of time if you have not entered the Galactic Voyage Sweepstakes yet. You have ...

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Disney’s All-Star Sports Reopening Date!

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There’s good news for fans of Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort. An official opening date has finally been announced! Disney Parks posted the following on Twitter: Play ball! Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort will reopen to guests March 31, 2022. Guests can begin booking their stays starting Dec. 22. If you’re keeping score at home, that means all Walt Disney World Resort ...

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Walt Disney World New Year’s Resolutions

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New Year’s Resolutions are overrated, so we usually don’t bother to make them anymore.  All too often, the temptation is to make grandiose plans for changes that aren’t realistic, setting you up for failure a week or two into January.   But what about Disney-themed New Year’s resolutions?  We can see ourselves being excited about those for months to come – and what ...

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Restaurants We Wish Would Reopen at Walt Disney World Resort Hotels

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We all know life has changed since the COVID-19 pandemic entered our lives.  Even at Walt Disney World, those changes have been felt – and while we’re happy that the most magical place on Earth has reopened, it’s still not quite business as usual.   Most of the table service restaurants that Guests flock to in WDW Resort Hotels have reopened, thankfully ...

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