Archive for July, 2010
New Walt Disney Resort in Hawaii
Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa, Ko Olina, Hawaii will begin accepting reservations for hotel rooms and vacation packages Aug. 2, 2010, through the Walt Disney Travel Company. “Aulani will represent a new way for every member of the family to enjoy a vacation in Hawaii,” said Djuan Rivers, vice president of Aulani. “It is
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July 26th, 2010 Category: Orlando vacation News Comments Off
Epcot – 15th International Food and Wine Festival
The Epcot International Food and Wine Festival is quite the hit, and has been every year since it began. This year marks its fifteenth consecutive celebration, from October 1st to November 14th. This year looks to be even better than the previous festivals, with new countries, menu offerings, and much more! Belgium and South Korea
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July 25th, 2010 Category: Disney Theme Parks vacations, Orlando Theme Park News Comments Off
Disney World – Polynesian Sushi Bar
Disney World’s Polynesian Resort is a popular hotel for Disney World guests, with beautiful landscaping, architecture, and more. The hotel is on a monorail line, and also has gift shops and dining. Its Kona Island Sushi Bar, opened for a trial run, is now a permanent fixture for the hotel. Their delicious menu is as
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July 18th, 2010 Category: Disney Theme Parks vacations, Orlando Theme Park News Comments Off
Epcot’s New Italy Restaurant
Epcot’s World Showcase is known for its amazing cultural restaurants and food kiosks. The décor is always striking and detailed, with no corners cut. Opening next month in Epcot’s Italy is a brand-new 300-seat restaurant with a mouth-watering menu, including wood-fired pizza, gelato, delicious salads… I’m getting hungry. Via Napoli Ristorante e Pizzeria Menu Appetizers:
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July 17th, 2010 Category: Disney Theme Parks vacations, Orlando Theme Park News Comments Off
Universal Escape Orlando Meal Deal
Disney World isn’t the only Orlando theme park to implement a meal plan to help feed its budget-conscious guests- Universal has its own meal plan. Universal’s Meal Deal has something better than Disney’s Dining Plan though- instead of working on points, it allows every person on the plan to eat as much as they want,
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July 16th, 2010 Category: Universal Studios Orlando Comments Off
Why Orlando?
Why come to Orlando for your vacation? There are many reasons to choose Orlando, Florida for your vacation destination. The top reason is the many things to see and do here. This includes the famous Disney World Resort, which features four main theme parks, two water parks, a shopping area with a movie theater, restaurants,
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July 16th, 2010 Category: Orlando Fun Facts, Orlando vacation News Comments Off
Universal Studios Orlando – Halloween Horror Nights XX
Universal’s Halloween Horror Nights are a staple of Halloween fun houses all over the United States and even around the world and Halloween Horror Nights XX will be even better. Too horrifying for most children, but screaming fun for teens and especially adults, Halloween Horror Nights is celebrating its twentieth year (Halloween Horror Nights 20)
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July 15th, 2010 Category: Halloween Horror Nights Comments Off
Disney World Orlando – Tours at the Theme Parks
While you’re visiting one of the Disney parks in Orlando, FL, you should see what happens behind the magic by taking your family on one of many tours offered in the parks. Different parks offer a selection of tours, each one just as magical and amazing as the others. One of the most popular tours
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July 15th, 2010 Category: Disney Theme Parks vacations Comments Off
Disney’s Hollywood Studios – Meet and Greet Schedule
Updated Schedule for Meet and Greets at Disney’s Hollywood Studios All locations, characters, and times are subject to change. Animation Courtyard Location: Outside Playhouse Disney LIVE Characters: Stars of Playhouse Disney- Annie, Quincy, June, Leo, Handy Manny Times: 10:30am-varies based on park closing Luigi’s Garage Location: Opposite the exit to Muppet Vision 3D Characters: Lightning
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July 15th, 2010 Category: Disney Theme Parks vacations Comments Off
Universal Escape Orlando – An Overview
I’m sure your family has heard of Universal Studios Escape in Orlando, Florida. If you haven’t seen any of the advertisements for the multibillion-dollar complex, I’m sure your children can fill you in. Most of the excitement has been brought on by Islands of Adventure, Universal’s theme park with 22 major rides and shows located
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July 15th, 2010 Category: Universal Studios Orlando Comments Off
Disney’s Magic Kingdom – Meet and Greet Schedule
Updated Schedule for Disney’s Magic Kingdom Meet and Greets All locations, characters, and times are subject to change. Town Square Location: In front of City Hall, Exposition Hall, and the Flag Pole Characters: Daisy Duck, Pinocchio, Chip ‘N Dale Pluto, Pooh and Tigger Times: 9:00am-2:30pm Daisy Duck, Pinocchio, Pluto, pooh and Tigger 4:00pm-7:30pm- Chip, Dale,
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July 15th, 2010 Category: Disney Theme Parks vacations Comments Off
Disney’s Epcot – Meet and Greet Schedule
Updated Schedule for Disney’s Epcot Meet and Greet All locations, characters, and times are subject to change. Main Entrance Location: By the Legacy Fountain in front of Spaceship Earth at the Main Entrance Characters: Daisy Duck, Stitch Times: Approximately 9am to 2pm Character Spot Location: Inside Character Spot in Future World Characters: Mickey Mouse, Pluto,
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July 15th, 2010 Category: Disney Theme Parks vacations Comments Off
Disney’s Animal Kingdom – Meet and Greet Schedule
Updated Schedule for Disney’s Animal Kingdom Meet and Greets All locations, characters, and times are subject to change. Oasis Main Entrance Location: Main entrance plaza just before the ticket booths Characters: Meeko, Rafiki, Timon (sometimes: Pluto and Br’er Rabbit) Times: 10am-2:30pm Africa Location: Bradley Falls- Starting behind Tamu Tamu Refreshments, along the walkway from Africa
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July 15th, 2010 Category: Disney Theme Parks vacations Comments Off
Disney World Orlando – New Pet Resort Opening Next Month
The Walt Disney World Resort is making a new addition for pet owners. Beginning Aug. 27, 2010, Pluto will greet dogs, cats, pot-bellied pigs, and pocket pets such as hamsters and guinea pigs at the new 27,000 square foot Best Friends Pet Care Resort. There are standard and luxury indoor-outdoor suites for up to 270
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July 15th, 2010 Category: Disney Theme Parks vacations, Orlando Theme Park News, Orlando vacation News Comments Off
Disney’s Main Street Electrical Parade
Disney’s Main Street Electrical Parade has temporarily returned for the summer, until Saturday, August 14th. It will be held nightly in the Magic Kingdom at the Disney World Resort. A beautiful classic, which was last seen at Walt Disney World from 1999 to 2001, returns for the Summer Nightastic!, led by Tinker Bell. Waving from
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July 13th, 2010 Category: Disney Theme Parks vacations, Orlando Theme Park News Comments Off
Disney World – Guest Assistance Cards
As mentioned in an earlier post, Disney World has certainly been a forerunner for catering to guests with special needs- they now have special dining options, such as vegan and gluten-free, and also offer wheelchair and ECV rentals, sign language interpretation, and the new Assistive Technology Device, a handheld device to aid the visually impaired
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July 13th, 2010 Category: Disney Theme Parks vacations Comments Off
Disney World – Help For the Visually Impaired
Disney World is known for catering to visitors’ needs. They have implemented everything from gluten-free and vegan dining options to hiring more sign language interpreters for concerts and shows, as well as alternative entrances to attractions, the Guest Assistance Card, and wheelchair and ECV rentals. And their newest venture began on June 27th. Disney World
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July 13th, 2010 Category: Disney Theme Parks vacations, Orlando Theme Park News Comments Off
Brand New Disney World Resort In the Works
Disney has a new resort in the works for its Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida. The Disney’s Art of Animation Resort will be a unique experience for all staying there. Centered around the themes of four of Disney’s beloved animation works: The Lion King, Cars, Finding Nemo, and The Little Mermaid. The resort
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July 12th, 2010 Category: Disney Theme Parks vacations, Orlando Theme Park News Comments Off
Disney’s Epcot – Saving Lives
Disney World is not only a great place for a Disney family vacation; it also save lives. The Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida has been the rehabilitation home for two Kemp’s Ridley sea turtles that were affected by the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico. The sea turtles were flown in last
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July 11th, 2010 Category: Disney Theme Parks vacations, Orlando Theme Park News Comments Off
Universal Studios – Summer Concert Series Still Happening at Universal Studios, Orlando
Universal Escape Orlando has had a busy month or so- besides the July 18th grad opening of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, the theme park giant has also been holding its Summer Concert Series at its Universal Studios park. It began on June 12th, and has two shows left- catch Rob Thomas performing in
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July 7th, 2010 Category: Orlando Theme Park News, Universal Studios Orlando, Universal's Wizarding World of Harry Potter Comments Off