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Astronauts Are Returning to Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex

A Kennedy Space Center astronaut in a blue suit greets kids at the NASA rocket display under sunny skies, creating an exciting interactive experience for visitors.

While we talk mostly about the Disney Theme Parks here at Disney Tips, sometimes we will add information on other area attractions. There is a lot of exciting news coming out of Kennedy Space Center that we thought we would share. Related: Chat With an Astronaut at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex! Astronauts used to be part of the experience ...

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What Is FootGolf?

Mickey Mouse topiary posing with a soccer ball beside the Disney’s Oak Trail Golf Course sign and walking path.

If you’re looking for a fun activity for the whole family outside of the Walt Disney World Theme Parks, you might want to consider FootGolf. You can play at Disney’s Oak Trail Gold Course. Related: What to Do if Disney’s Water Parks Are Closed That leads to the question, what is FootGolf? Here’s what the Walt Disney World website has ...

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What to Do if Disney’s Water Parks Are Closed

Magical stone statue of Mickey Mouse as the Sorcerer’s Apprentice from Fantasia, set against lush trees and a bright blue sky in the heart of a Disney park.

Update: Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Reopened on January 2! Many Guests add either the Park Hopper Plus Option or the Water Park and Sports Option to their tickets when planning a Walt Disney World vacation. Spending a day at a Water Park is a great way to sleep in a bit later, then have a fun day of Disney magic. So ...

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A Look Inside Nine Dragons Restaurant

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When visiting Walt Disney World, there are details that we will miss. That’s why we’re grateful to Imagineer Zach Riddley, who will often share information on EPCOT on his Instagram. Here is his look inside Nine Dragons Restaurant: Today we venture to another space in EPCOT deeply versed in mythology and storytelling of China. The Nine Dragons Restaurant features contemporary ...

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It’s Walt Disney World Day!

Mickey Mouse joins four Disney team members outside Second Harvest Food Bank, holding a framed certificate beside a statue of Walt Disney and Mickey.

December 3 is Walt Disney World Day in Central Florida! Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings declared it such. The celebration kicked off at Second Harvest Food Bank. Rena Langley shared more with Disney Parks Blog: Today just might be the “best day ever” because Dec. 3, 2021, has been declared as “Walt Disney World Day” ...

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Four Flamingos A Richard Blais Florida Kitchen Is Open!

A cheerful staff member in a vibrant green shirt and apron stands between lush plants against a bright pink backdrop, channeling the playful, tropical ambiance guests love at Four Flamingos Florida Kitchen by Richard Blais.

There’s a brand new restaurant that is located near Walt Disney World that has just opened. It’s called Four Flamingos, and it is the brainchild of Celebrity Chef and author Richard Blais. This is the first restaurant that Chef Blais has opened in Florida, even though he has a love for the state. His wife is originally from the Tampa ...

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There’s a New Prize Daily Through December 23!

D23 Season of Magic Sweepstakes banner featuring festive Disney graphics, encouraging Disney fans to enter daily for a chance to win magical new prizes each day through December 23.

D23 has taken on a whole new meaning this month. Not only is D23 the name of the official Disney Fan Club, but D23 could also stand for December 23! That is the final day of the D23 Season of Magic Sweepstakes. The prizes range in value from $49.99 to just under $600. They include Disney+ themed items, T-shirts, Disney ...

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Don’t Miss These Magical Experience in Walt Disney World During December

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Walt Disney World is celebrating the holiday season with magic around every corner.  If you are visiting Walt Disney World this December, here are some things that you won’t want to miss. Check out these experiences, and then make sure you add them to your Walt Disney World vacation plans. EPCOT’s International Festival of the Holidays EPCOT is ready for ...

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Disney Ultimate Toy Drive

Stacks of vibrant Disney-themed gifts in front of an enchanting castle backdrop, with a festive message: Join the Disney Ultimate Toy Drive to help Toys for Tots spread magic this holiday season.

We’ve reached the time of year when many of us look outside of our circle of family and friends and start to think about total strangers. It will warm your heart to give to others who are less fortunate than you are. It can be hard to decide where to give during the holiday season. There are too many scams ...

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Merry & Bright Delights From Disney Movie Insiders

Festive white lettering spells out "Merry & Bright Delights" against a vibrant blue backdrop sprinkled with twinkling snow-like dots, evoking the sparkling magic of a winter celebration at a holiday-themed amusement park.

Disney Movie Insiders is a free program where you can earn points from seeing or purchasing select Disney movies. You can then turn those points in for prizes. For the month of December, Disney Movie Insiders is holding Merry & Bright Delights. Each weekday there is a new code that you can redeem to earn more points. There are also ...

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