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Sporting Fun at Walt Disney Worldยฎ Resort

With the London 2012 Summer Olympics quickly coming to a close, you may be wondering how you are going to fill that competitive sports โ€˜withdrawalโ€™ that you are facing when NBC goes off the air for the last of their London 2012 Summer Olympic coverage following the closing ceremonies on August 12th.

Thankfully, Walt Disney Worldยฎ Resort has plenty of sporty options to give you the sports fix you may be looking for!

One of the easiest ways to completely immerse yourself in sports during your visit to Walt Disney Worldยฎ Resort is to stay at Disneyโ€™s All-Star Sports Resort. This larger than life resort surrounds in you with an exciting atmosphere celebrating the sports we all love including baseball, basketball, football, surfing and tennis. From the End Zone Food Court to the oversized icons and Grand Slam pool, you will absolutely love taking in the sports-themed atmosphere of Disneyโ€™s All-Star Sports Resort!

If sleeping immersed in sports theming isnโ€™t enough, you can eat sports around Walt Disney Worldยฎ Resort too! In Magic Kingdomยฎ Theme Park youโ€™ll find Caseyโ€™s Corner on Main Street, U.S.Aยฎ Area serving up some of your favorite ballpark fare in a fun, old-timey atmosphere. Then there is ESPN Club at Disneyโ€™s BoardWalk Entertainment District where you can dine completely surrounded in sports action as they run 100 screens with different sports feeds. With that many screens, youโ€™ll never miss the โ€˜big playโ€™, even in the bathroom!

If you are wanting to take a โ€˜swingโ€™ at sports yourself while you are at Walt Disney Worldยฎ Resort, why not tee off at one of the FOUR championship golf courses located on property, some of which have hosted PGA Tour Events! Donโ€™t have your clubs with you? That is okay because rental equipment is available at the clubhouse!ย  For the younger club swingers, or families looking to have fun, you can also play miniature golf at one of Walt Disney Worldยฎ Resorts two 36-hole miniature golf courses!

And no sports fanatic should overlook ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex, home to Walt Disney Worldยฎ Resortโ€™s state-of-the-art sports facility hosting a huge range of sports events and programs.ย  ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex plays host to tournaments, sports camps, academies and even Atlanta Braves Spring Training!

From driving a real racecar to countless watersports including skiing, wakeboarding, tubing and parasailing; there is practically something for every sports lover in your family!

So while the London 2012 Summer Olympics are coming to a close, your sports adventure at Walt Disney Worldยฎ Resort is just beginning!

Grand Opening of New Fantasylandยฎ Slated for Dec. 6th

We are so excited to share a very special date with you!

The grand opening of ย the New Fantasylandยฎย at Magic Kingdomยฎย will take place on Dec. 6, 2012. Attractions included in this phase of opening are:

  • Under the Sea ~ Journey of The Little Mermaid
  • Enchanted Tales with Belleย 
  • Arielโ€™s Grotto
  • Be Our Guest Restaurantย 
  • Gastonโ€™s Tavernย 
  • Bonjour! Village Gifts.

Limited previews of the attractions will begin Nov. 19. Additional phases of theย New Fantasylandยฎย opening includeย Princess Fairytale Hall in 2013 and the Seven Dwarfs Mine Trainย in 2014.

Peteโ€™s Silly Sideshow Coming To Storybook Circus

Our guests who have been fortunate enough to visit the Storybook Circus section of the Newย Fantasylandยฎ area have no doubt been amazed at the new additions to the Magic Kingdomยฎ.ย But while touring the area, it is hard to not notice that the Storybook Circus area is still not completely open. Details on 2 of those unfinished locations were just released today.

One of the big-top tents will house Pete’s Silly Sideshow. Inside, guests will have the opportunity to meet some of their favorite Disney characters who secretly have some circus-like special talents! The other tent will beย Big Top Souvenirs.

Here’s a first look inside Pete’s Silly Sideshow:

An opening date for Pete’s Silly Sideshow has yet to be announced. Once opened, Mickey will continue to greet his guests inside his current location at Town Square Theater onย Main Street, U.S.A.ยฎ.

All images are Walt Disney Imagineer Concept artwork. Actual construction and design may vary. All entertainment is subject to change.

By |2017-06-27T10:22:25-05:00August 7th, 2012|Categories: Disney News|0 Comments

Peteโ€™s Silly Sideshow Coming To Storybook Circus

Our guests who have been fortunate enough to visit the Storybook Circus section of the Newย Fantasylandยฎ area have no doubt been amazed at the new additions to the Magic Kingdomยฎ.ย But while touring the area, it is hard to not notice that the Storybook Circus area is still not completely open. Details on 2 of those unfinished locations were just released today.

One of the big-top tents will house Pete’s Silly Sideshow. Inside, guests will have the opportunity to meet some of their favorite Disney characters who secretly have some circus-like special talents! The other tent will beย Big Top Souvenirs.

Here’s a first look inside Pete’s Silly Sideshow:

An opening date for Pete’s Silly Sideshow has yet to be announced. Once opened, Mickey will continue to greet his guests inside his current location at Town Square Theater onย Main Street, U.S.A.ยฎ.

All images are Walt Disney Imagineer Concept artwork. Actual construction and design may vary. All entertainment is subject to change.

Enter to Win: The ‘King Of The Pride Lands’ Giveaway

This Friday, August 10th, the Lion King wing of Disney’s Art of Animation Resort opens at theย Walt Disney Worldยฎย Resort in Florida. The third phase of the resort, the Lion King wing celebrates the journey of Simba with theming fromย Walt Disney Pictures animated film The Lion King.

To celebrate, we have another special giveaway for you. Register to win your own movie double feature –ย Disney The Lion Kingย & The Lion King 1ยฝย DVDs!

Registering to win is simple. Just follow the directions on the app below. The app will also give you an opportunity to receive extra entries into the contest. The contest ends Sunday (August 12, 2012, at 11:59p.m. Central time), so don’t miss your change to register!

By |2017-06-27T10:22:25-05:00August 6th, 2012|Categories: Disney News|0 Comments

Enter to Win: The ‘King Of The Pride Lands’ Giveaway

This Friday, August 10th, the Lion King wing of Disney’s Art of Animation Resort opens at theย Walt Disney Worldยฎย Resort in Florida. The third phase of the resort, the Lion King wing celebrates the journey of Simba with theming fromย Walt Disney Pictures animated film The Lion King.

To celebrate, we have another special giveaway for you. Register to win your own movie double feature –ย Disney The Lion Kingย & The Lion King 1ยฝย DVDs!

Registering to win is simple. Just follow the directions on the app below. The app will also give you an opportunity to receive extra entries into the contest. The contest ends Sunday (August 12, 2012, at 11:59p.m. Central time), so don’t miss your change to register!

By |2017-06-27T10:22:25-05:00August 6th, 2012|Categories: Disney News, Walt Disney World News|0 Comments

Three New FREE Experiences at Epcotยฎ International Food & Wine Festival

The Countdown is on for the 2012ย Epcotยฎ International Food & Wine Festival taking placeย Sep. 28 through Nov. 12, 2012.

While the festival offers a variety of premium events and experiences at a charge in addition to your admission toย Epcotยฎ,ย there are also quite a few that are complimentary to all guests. This year,ย Epcot’sยฎย International Food & Wine Festival planners have announced three new events that won’t cost you a penny!

Chocolate Experience: From the Bean to the Bar Hosted by Ghirardelliยฎ Chocolate Company:ย Everyone loves Chocolate! This new experience will put your sense of sight, taste and smell into sensory overload! Marvel at the sweet sculptures created by Disney pastry chefs and learn about the fascinating origin of chocolate. Shop for gourmet chocolate gifts and try some of the free samples. The Chocolate experience will be located inside the Festival Center and open daily from 9:00 a.m. through park close.

Wine Sampling at the Festival Center Wine Shop:ย Also located at the Festival Center, the Wine Shop will offer wine samples provided by the various beverages companies participating in this years festival. Sampling will be available daily at 11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.

The Watermelon Patch Hosted by The National Watermelon Promotion Board:ย This experience will allow you to visit a real watermelon patch! Guests will see the watermelons growing and discover fun facts and tips from Mr. Food.

There’s still time to plan your vacation to experience this year’sย Epcot’sยฎย International Food & Wine Festival! Disney’s FREE Dining promotion is even available for select dates of the Food & Wine Festival. Contact your Magic Makerยฎ today!

By |2017-06-27T10:22:26-05:00August 6th, 2012|Categories: Disney News|0 Comments

Three New FREE Experiences at Epcotยฎ International Food & Wine Festival

The Countdown is on for the 2012ย Epcotยฎ International Food & Wine Festival taking placeย Sep. 28 through Nov. 12, 2012.

While the festival offers a variety of premium events and experiences at a charge in addition to your admission toย Epcotยฎ,ย there are also quite a few that are complimentary to all guests. This year,ย Epcot’sยฎย International Food & Wine Festival planners have announced three new events that won’t cost you a penny!

Chocolate Experience: From the Bean to the Bar Hosted by Ghirardelliยฎ Chocolate Company:ย Everyone loves Chocolate! This new experience will put your sense of sight, taste and smell into sensory overload! Marvel at the sweet sculptures created by Disney pastry chefs and learn about the fascinating origin of chocolate. Shop for gourmet chocolate gifts and try some of the free samples. The Chocolate experience will be located inside the Festival Center and open daily from 9:00 a.m. through park close.

Wine Sampling at the Festival Center Wine Shop:ย Also located at the Festival Center, the Wine Shop will offer wine samples provided by the various beverages companies participating in this years festival. Sampling will be available daily at 11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.

The Watermelon Patch Hosted by The National Watermelon Promotion Board:ย This experience will allow you to visit a real watermelon patch! Guests will see the watermelons growing and discover fun facts and tips from Mr. Food.

There’s still time to plan your vacation to experience this year’sย Epcot’sยฎย International Food & Wine Festival! Disney’s FREE Dining promotion is even available for select dates of the Food & Wine Festival. Contact your Magic Makerยฎ today!

Mouse’s Best Friend?

It is said that a dog is a man’s best friend, but is it a mouse’s? Well heads up, Pluto, we think you may have some competition!

Meet Lily, a nearly 3-month old Labrador-Cathahoula mix. While searching for a new dog, Lily caught the attention of Francisco and Mejay Aguerre, and their daughter Nicole. The breeder said she had “unusual markings,” but these markings were hardly unusual to the Aguerres who are all three cast members at the Walt Disney Worldยฎ Resort. They quickly recognized the marking as a perfect Hidden Mickey!

Lily, named after Walt Disney’s wife, Lillian, recently had an opportunity to meet Mickey Mouse! Enjoy the video – we bet you’ll fall in love!

By |2017-06-27T10:22:26-05:00August 4th, 2012|Categories: Disney News, Disneyland News, Walt Disney World News|Tags: |0 Comments

Mouse’s Best Friend?

It is said that a dog is a man’s best friend, but is it a mouse’s? Well heads up, Pluto, we think you may have some competition!

Meet Lily, a nearly 3-month old Labrador-Cathahoula mix. While searching for a new dog, Lily caught the attention of Francisco and Mejay Aguerre, and their daughter Nicole. The breeder said she had “unusual markings,” but these markings were hardly unusual to the Aguerres who are all three cast members at the Walt Disney Worldยฎ Resort. They quickly recognized the marking as a perfect Hidden Mickey!

Lily, named after Walt Disney’s wife, Lillian, recently had an opportunity to meet Mickey Mouse! Enjoy the video – we bet you’ll fall in love!

By |2017-06-27T10:22:26-05:00August 4th, 2012|Categories: Disney News|0 Comments
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