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Disney's Art of Animation Resort
Last week, Walt Disney Imagineering put the finishing touches on the marquee for the new Art of Animation Resort. Measuring in at 46 feet, six inches, the resort’s sign now holds the record as the largest freestanding marquee... read more
Disney Tickets
Disney has announced they will be updating their reservation system this week which will impact bookings at Walt Disney World. The reservation system upgrade will begin at 3am (EST) on Thursday 23rd February and will last until... read more
Kelly Clarkson at Walt Disney World
Multi-platinum music star Kelly Clarkson visited Disney’s Magic Kingdom yesterday. Kelly was visiting with family and friends, pausing for a moment to pose in the famed Magic Kingdom “Rose Garden” with a couple that know a thing or two... read more
Fogo de Chao, Orlando
Fogo de Chão, an authentic Southern Brazilian steakhouse that’s been named one of Zagat’s top U.S. restaurants, will open in Orlando Thursday, March 15th on International Drive. The restaurant’s dining experience is based on... read more
Jack Hanna
World-renowned wildlife expert Jack Hanna will be appearing at SeaWorld Orlando next month for a special Jack Hanna Weekend. This special limited-time series takes place at Nautilus Theater... read more
Blue Man Group
From next week, February 24th, The Blue Man Group will be performing their new updated show at the Sharp - Aquos theater at Universal Orlando Resort. The new show will include brand new performances, music, and an all-new stage... read more
Raglan Road Dancer
Authentic Irish food, music and dance performances set the scene for a three-day St. Patrick’s Day celebration and the “wearin’ of the green” March 15-17 in and around the Raglan Road Irish Pub & Restaurant at Downtown Disney Pleasure Island... read more
Paula Abdul with Minnie Mouse
Entertainer Paula Abdul poses with Minnie Mouse, February 14th - Valentines' Day - at Disney’s Hollywood Studios park at Walt Disney World Resort. For the day, Minnie Mouse wore her special... read more
Sword Swallower at Ripley's Believe It Or Not
More than 20 sword swallowers will be "dropping swords" at Ripley's Believe It or Not! Odditoriums worldwide at 2:25 p.m. on February 25, in celebration of the 6th annual World Sword Swallower's Day. In Orlando, the legendary Dan Meyer... read more
Michelle Obama at Walt Disney World
On a tour to celebrate the second anniversary of her Let’s Move! initiative, First Lady Michelle Obama spoke to hundreds of children and parents this weekend at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex (Walt Disney World) about the... read more
Universal Studios Mardi Gras Parade
Last night was the first night of Universal Orlando’s Mardi Gras celebration which runs through until April 14th. One of the main highlights is the Mardi Gras parade which features dozens of colourfully costumed performers and wonderful parade floats... read more
Disney FASTPASS Sign
Walt Disney World has announced that from March 7th guests using the FASTPASS system will now be expected to return within the FASTPASS return time window. At the moment guests are allowed to enter rides using their FASTPASS ticket... read more
Harambe Wildlife Reserve entrance sign
Walt Disney World has announced they will be changing the rescue of ‘Little Red’ from poachers scene on Kilimanjaro Safaris at Animal Kingdom. Work will begin this spring and should be completed... read more
Kids' Grilled Chicken at Magic Kingdom
From February 15th four of Magic Kingdom’s table service restaurants will be adding new dishes to their kids’ menu. Tony’s Town Square will offer a steak skewer “spiedini” with roasted... read more
Universal Mardi Gras Character
Universal Orlando Resort’s Mardi Gras celebration begins this Saturday, February 11, with The B-52s, one of the world’s most beloved party bands, performing live on the Music Plaza Stage. The B-52s will rock the stage with their high-energy dance... read more
LEGOLAND Character
Central Florida’s newest family theme park is gearing up for an action-packed 2012 with special events specifically geared towards families with children age two to twelve. LEGO Friends Weekend is a daytime party for girls that includes... read more
Disney's Art of Animation Resort
Walt Disney World's new Art of Animation Resort will be opening in phases beginning this May. The resort will consist of four wings; three family suite wings will showcase Finding Nemo, Cars and The Lion King, with elaborate storytelling... read more
LEGOLAND Florida Poster
Scheduled to open in time for summer 2012, LEGOLAND’s new Water Park will feature a wave pool, Build-A-Raft lazy river, tube slides, body slides and an interactive water-play structure – DUPLO Safari. It will be located on a 5-acre site... read more
Habit Heroes, Epcot
A new interactive exhibit/game, Habit Heroes presented by Florida Blue and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, opened this week at Epcot’s Innoventions East. This new experience encourages children of all ages to learn healthy... read more
The Magic, The Memories and You, Magic Kingdom
For a limited time, just for Valentine’s month, a new segment of the “The Magic, The Memories, and You!” projection show on Magic Kingdom’s Cinderella Castle is now running, but only until Feb. 15th. The short segment shows... read more
Iceploration, Busch Gardens
From today guests visiting Busch Gardens Tampa will have the opportunity to see a brand new show at the park’s Moroccan Palace. ‘Iceploration’ features a cast of 20 who bring to life an all-new adventure filled with world-class skaters... read more

 

 

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