Disney World Vacations – “Let the Memories Begin” Projection

Disney has recently announced that as part of its “Let the Memories Begin!” campaign, it will begin to project guests’ photos and videos onto Cinderella Castle at Disney World’s Magic Kingdom and It’s A Small World at Disneyland. The theme parks will use digital mapping techniques and high-power projection systems to project the images and videos onto the building surfaces. All in all, that sounds

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SeaWorld – Layoffs in Effect this Week

As I mentioned in my previous Orlando Vacation Store blog, SeaWorld isn’t doing too well lately; 350 employees will be laid off, 129 of them in Orlando. They will be notified this week, and the layoffs are effective immediately. The company’s headquarters and three theme parks are located in Orlando, where Universal Orlando Resort has had its best quarter since its opening; many people are

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Universal Orlando – Strong Quarter Reported

Universal Orlando Resort reported that its attendance in October was 36 percent higher than last year’s October- this year has been the strongest quarter since the park’s opening about 20 years ago. In much earlier blogs, we wondered what the Potter Effect would be- and apparently, it means strong attendance to the Universal theme parks, a weakening effect on Disney, and a hard blow for

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New Discovery Cove Area Coming Soon

If you’re seeking an amazing new ocean adventure, come to Discovery Cove in June 2011 for your next Orlando vacation! A brand new addition to the marine theme park will feature two and a half acres devoted to snorkeling, swimming, and more. The new area will be called The Grand Reef, and it will include: undersea wildlife, such as rays, eels, sharks, and- of course-

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Disney’s Magic Kingdom and Boardwalk Parties

Hurry and call us toll-free at 1-866-882-4720 to find out more information about making reservations for the Wishes Dessert Party at the Magic Kingdom’s Tomorrowland Terrace on New Year’s Eve!

Fireworks Dessert Party
December 30
7:30pm and 10:50pm

December 31
10:30pm

Ages 10+ $39.99
Ages 3 – 9 $21.99

Dinner and Dessert Party
December 31 6:15pm

Dinner inclues artisan breads, fruit, cheeses, sushi, salads, seared tuna, beef short-ribs and carved pork. Dinner is followed by

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Disney – Winnie the Pooh Queue Open This Week

The Many Adventure of Winnie the Pooh was closed for renovations and enhancements, and it’s finally open to the public this week! The re-designed queue area and gift shop, Hundred Acre Goods, have an entirely new look and feel. Kids can jump with Tigger, crawl through Eeyore’s house (don’t make him rebuild it!), and play in Rabbit’s garden before they reach the ride- this will

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Disney – New Cocktail Menu

The Disney parks have a brand-new incentive for adults: an entirely original cocktail menu. And get this- every single mix is made from scratch. The menu itself is an explorer’s journal, with Disney images from around the world sketched onto its pages. “We’ve just introduced a brand new beverage menu that tells a story of beverage innovation and quality,” said Stuart McGuire, the manager of

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New Area at Disney World: Hyperion Wharf at Downtown Disney

I remember when Downtown Disney had the Pleasure Island section- a dazzling world of clubs and restaurants, colorful lights and loud music. Not all that recently, Disney World closed all the clubs, replacing them with stores and restaurants. And now it seems that Downtown Disney is planning for another transformation- the Pleasure Island area will soon be called Hyperion Wharf. Just announced yesterday, the in

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Disney – Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party

It doesn’t feel like Christmas is on the way until it’s time for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. Held at Disney’s Magic Kingdom every winter on select nights, the party features:

live entertainment
Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade (with Santa Clause, of course!)
Holiday Wishes: Celebrate the Spirit of the Season fireworks show
meet and greets
free (!) hot cocoa and cookies
the Castle Dream Lights on Cinderella Castle
And my

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Universal’s New Year’s Eve Party

What’s better than a New Year’s Eve party? One at Universal Orlando Resort, that’s what! Known as one of the biggest New Year’s parties in Orlando, Universal’s CityWalk will be hosting a celebration on Dec 31 from 8pm to 2am! The party does require admission, and you must be 21 or older to enter, with a valid photo I.D. Theme park admission doesn’t count, nor

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