You will notice many new additions if you have been to Walt Disney World since October 1st for the 50th Anniversary. One of those is Beacons of Magic at all four theme parks. Although all of them are spectacular, there’s just something about the one at EPCOT that is even more magical. Imagineer Zach Riddley shared some fun facts about Beacons of Magic on ...
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Meet the Cast of Disney Princess the Concert
Would you like a chance to meet the cast of Disney Princess the Concert? Here’s your opportunity. Pandora is sponsoring this event on November 8th, 2021, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Disney Springs. Here are the details: Join us on Monday, November 8th from 11:00am – 1:00pm at Pandora at Disney Springs® to meet the cast of Disney ...
Read More »Walt Disney World Railroad May Not Reopen This Year
The Walt Disney World Railroad is a classic for so many people that visit Walt Disney World. Since December of 2018, The Walt Disney World Railroad has been closed at Magic Kingdom due to the construction of Tron. Here is the latest update on the Walt Disney World website: “The Walt Disney World Railroad is not currently circling Magic Kingdom park, but the ...
Read More »We Think You Can Ignore This Disney World Advice
If you have told friends and family that you are going to Walt Disney World, you might have quickly learned that they are all experts on what you should and shouldn’t do. Everyone you know now seems to have a list of Disney tips to share with you. We think it is important to do some research before your Disney World vacation but we also ...
Read More »50 Years of the Electric Water Pageant at Walt Disney World
Electric Water Pageant at Walt Disney World is such a classic. It’s so hard to believe that it has been around for 50 years. Although all the exciting rides and attractions at Walt Disney World are incredible, sometimes it is nice to sit back and watch something like the Electric Water Pageant. It is a tradition for many families, and we are glad ...
Read More »Memories of Roy O. Disney’s Dedication
The entire Disney family has made such a huge impact. Yesterday Steven Miller shared with Disney Parks Blog Roy Disney’s dedication to Walt Disney World, which took place 50 years ago yesterday. Walt Disney World Resort officially welcomed the first guests into Magic Kingdom Park on Oct. 1, 1971, and we’ve been chronicling that momentous day here on the Disney Parks Blog as ...
Read More »Testing Out What’s Free on Disney Genie
Today we went to EPCOT to test out the free version of Disney Genie. Since many Guests have been upset about the new charges, we wanted to get a true sense of what is included without an extra fee. It was a sunny day in Central Florida, so the weather was not an issue when making selections. The cool thing ...
Read More »5 Quick Facts About Disney’s New Genie and Genie+
After almost a week of Disney Genie, Genie+, and Individual Lightning Lanes being active in Walt Disney World, we have some key facts that we think Guests heading down to Walt Disney World soon should know about the new offerings. Again, this is only after a few days of the system being in place, so we will be learning so much ...
Read More »Artwork to Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Walt Disney World
There are so many talented people in the central Florida area. This is proof of that. Both Walt Disney World President Jeff Vahle and Imagineer Zach Riddley shared these beautiful pieces of artwork on their Instagram. It was a tribute to everyone who has made Walt Disney World what it is today. It’s a celebration of Cast Members and Disney fans all over ...
Read More »Meet Another Cast Member from Walt Disney World Resort Class of 1971
Disney Parks Blog has featured different Cast Members who have worked for Walt Disney World for 50 years. It is exciting to hear the journey of these incredible Cast Members, and Kaitlyn Woollen shared the story of Pam Nelson: We had the pleasure to speak with Pam Nelson, a 50-year service cast member at Walt Disney World Resort, and we can assure you that she is ...
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