Category Archives: Disney

Halloween in the Parks

Posted on September 26, 2012 by john

Dewayne Bevil, Orlando Sentinel Columnist, provides a handy guide to Halloween activities planned at the Magic Kingdom, SeaWorld Orlando, Legoland Florida, and Busch Gardens. Check it out at http://articles.orlandosentinel.com/2012-09-20/travel/os-other-theme-parks-halloween-20120920_1_seaworld-s-halloween-spooktacular-halloween-activities-theme-park.

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Special Events for Epcot’s 30th Anniversary

Posted on September 25, 2012 by john

Walt Disney World’s Epcot will celebrate its 30th anniversary on Monday, October 1. Beginning at 1pm, a panel of Disney Imagineers will present an hour-long discussion of the past 30 years followed by the Anniversary moment at 3pm at the … Continue reading →

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Are You Ready for the Food and Wine Festival?

Posted on September 22, 2012 by john

The start of one of the most popular events at Walt Disney World is just around the corner. The International Food and Wine Festival at Epcot kicks off on Friday, September 28, and continues through Monday, November 12. What’s not … Continue reading →

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Beer and Wine on the Menu at Disney World

Posted on September 16, 2012 by john

Beer and wine will be offered on a regular basis to diners at the Be Our Guest restaurant in the new Fantasyland. This is a first for Disney World’s Magic Kingdom in its 41 year history. Disney officials credited guest … Continue reading →

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Disney’s Gaston’s Tavern to Serve LeFou’s Brew

Posted on September 14, 2012 by john

Are you ready for a stein of frozen apple juice flavored with toasted marshmallows topped with passion fruit-mango foam? What else would you want to wash down warm cinnamon rolls? Get ready for this gastronomical delight when Gaston’s Tavern opens … Continue reading →

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Special Medal for Disney Marathon Runners

Posted on September 12, 2012 by john

Over 20,000 people are expected to participate in the 20th running of the Disney Marathon in January and Walt Disney World has revealed the medal to be presented to all finishers of the 26.2 mile course. A revised course will … Continue reading →

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Increased Seating Planned for Fantasmic!

Posted on September 11, 2012 by john

Walt Disney World is planning to add more seating on the terraces now used for standing in the Fantasmic! Amphitheatre. Officials are hopeful that the changes will improve the experience for the 9,000 people who attend every evening.

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Festival of the Masters

Posted on August 29, 2012 by john

Downtown Disney will host the 37th Festival of the Masters presented by Michaels® November 9-11. Over 150 juried Fine Artists and over 40 Emerging Masters will qualify to showcase painting, photography, glass works, sculpture, printmaking, drawing, jewelry and digital art. The … Continue reading →

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New Look for Epcot’s Bistro De Paris

Posted on August 17, 2012 by john

Bistro De Paris, the upscale restaurant in the France Pavilion in Epcot is closing soon to prepare for a new, less formal look. There will be a more modern approach to its appearance, cast costumes and menu. Other changes will … Continue reading →

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Free Wireless is Offered at the Magic Kingdom

Posted on August 11, 2012 by john

Free Internet access is now available throughout the Magic Kingdom and will be introduced in Downtown Disney and Disney’s other theme parks in the coming months. Select “Disney-Guest” on your device and accept the terms to begin surfing. http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/08/01/free-wireless-internet-access-now-available-at-disneys-magic-kingdom/?utm_source=Orlando+Attractions+Magazine+E-mail+Newsletter&utm_campaign=b868f55b1c-RSS_EMAIL_CAMPAIGN&utm_medium=email

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