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15 Things You Might Not Know About The Magic Kingdom

Cinderella Castle rises majestically at Disney World, its blue turrets crowned by clouds—the Magic Kingdom’s unforgettable centerpiece.

When most guests picture Walt Disney World, they are seeing the Magic Kingdom. With iconic buildings like Cinderella Castle, classic attractions like the Haunted Mansion and Pirates of the Caribbean, and amazing fireworks nightly in Happily Ever After, the Magic Kingdom is a guest favorite and where many spend the majority of their time on a Disney vacation. Despite being ...

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10 Things You Probably Hadn’t Thought To Pack In Your Park Bag…But Should At Walt Disney World

Disney-themed suitcases featuring Minnie and Mickey on display, ready for your next magical trip to Walt Disney World Resort.

A Walt Disney World vacation can be a magical trip from the start to end, but packing for it can be stressful. Guests can only pack so much, especially now with the strictly enforced airline weight limits, so packing is a crucial task to nail. While many guests pack the normal things for a trip to Walt Disney World like ...

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7 Newbie Tips For Walt Disney World

Two kids ride together in a double stroller at Disney World, surrounded by crowds—ideal for families planning park visits.

7. Don’t rush Taking your time is an important trip for anyone visiting Walt Disney World, but it applies to newbies especially who may be overwhelmed by all there is to do and feel the need to rush to try to get everything done. While rushing may allow you to fit more attractions into one visit, I find that taking ...

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7 Hidden Gems In Epcot At Walt Disney World

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There is really something for everyone at Epcot, whether you enjoy a top-notch dining experience, unique shopping and entertainment in the World Showcase countries, character meet-and-greets, or thrilling attractions in Future World for all age ranges. When I share my Epcot experiences with family and friends, I’ve realized there are a few things that most people don’t know about, but ...

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7 Things You’ll Love About Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Café At Walt Disney World

Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe sign in turquoise with Coca-Cola logo, set among trees and sky, a classic Disney World eatery.

Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Café is one of my favorite quick service restaurants at Walt Disney World. From the unique options, especially for a restaurant that is primarily billed as burger place, to the scope of the location, and the live entertainment, there are plenty of things to love about this Tomorrowland gem. [google_ad] 7. Variety As far as quick service ...

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6 Tips For Affording A Walt Disney World Vacation

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Sometimes that dream Disney vacation feels a bit unreachable.  Those nostalgic Disney World commercials on television and of course the adorable puppy dog eyes from your children asking to meet Mickey.  They are all eating away at you with the single burning question.  How can I afford a Disney trip for my family?  Here are six tips to help you ...

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7 Things You Must Know Before You Plan Your Walt Disney World Vacation

Colorful Disney-themed Mickey Mouse ear hats, including designs inspired by Cars and Toy Story, are displayed on metal shelves in a store.

There are a few things I have learned to help make planning a Disney Vacation a bit easier.  These tips can sometimes be overlooked in the grand scheme of trip planning.  It can be the difference between being that cheerful laughing family headed back on the Disney monorail or the wiped out and glazed over one.  We all know that ...

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2015 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Booths and Menus

Festival Center’s bottle-shaped sign pops amid lush greenery and festive décor at Epcot Food & Wine 2015 as guests explore global menus.

Africa Food Choices –Berbere-style beef tenderloin tips with onions, jalapeños, tomato and pap –Buttered chicken with micro cilantro and naan bread Beverage Choices: –Indaba Chenin Blanc –DeMorgenzon DMZ Cabernet Róse –Fairview Pinotage –Jam Jar Sweet Shiraz [google_ad] Australia Food Choices –Grilled sweet and spicy bush berry shrimp with pineapple, peppers, onions, and snap peas –Grilled lamb chop with mint pesto ...

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Survival Tips: Make The Most Out Of A Crowded Day At Walt Disney World

Guests fill the plaza at Disney World, gathering around the Partners statue amid festive park decorations on a busy day.

6. Understand that crowds are inevitable Realizing how crowded Walt Disney World can sometimes be might leave you with some sense of disappointment. Before booking your next vacation do some research into which times of the year will be the most crowded. If you must travel during a peak tourism season in Orlando, come to terms with the fact that ...

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Survival Tips: When Park Guests Are Rude At Walt Disney World

A large crowd of people walking through Tomorrowland at a theme park on a sunny day, surrounded by futuristic buildings and colorful signs under a blue sky with scattered clouds.

Politely confront them (depending on the situation) It’s important to know which situation is acceptable to confront the offender when someone is rude to you at a theme park. If someone steps right in front of you at the spot you’ve just been camping out at for an hour to see the parade, it is generally acceptable to say something ...

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