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One of the great things about the Magic Kingdom is the little stories behind the details. One of the most common sites as you walk around Main St. U.S.A. are the businesses painted on the windows of the buildings along the street. These are no ordinary names, they are...
wolverine
As part of an ongoing series of posters featuring some of the more iconic super heroes, and villains, from the Marvel Universe we present the latest painting - Wolverine. Starting with a basic drawing of the costume in illustrator, we are able to define the...
epic numbers
Epic Mickey was a huge breakthrough for Disney Interactive and a great re-introduction of the classic Disney character, Oswald the Lucky Rabbit. Epic Mickey 2 follows up with many features and firsts, like Oswald's first speaking role. You can check out a whole lot...
yep, it’s a dragon
httpvh://youtu.be/sgxyyCn2eZc The rumors are true…there is a dragon at the Magic Kingdom. Disclaimer: We were invited guests for a press preview of the New Fantasyland. As guests, we were provided tickets to the event, parking passes and some branded products...
holy kaw!
httpvh://youtu.be/qn9-nlYa0TI Just got back from the first evening of the New Fantasyland press event and all I can say is…! I am speechless. From the warm introduction from Tom Staggs, whom I had a chance to speak with before the event, to the amazing food they...
in their own words
The Disney Imagineers are some of those creative geniuses who have developed the attractions that delight us…and have since the 1950's. With the grand opening of the New Fantasyland this week, Disney has released some quotes from the Imagineers about their work and...
mvmcp v.3
One of the great things about the holidays and Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party is seeing the Magic Kingdom all decked out for the Christmas holiday. From the garland on Main St. U.S.A. to the crystal lights adorning Cinderella Castle, the night time experience of...
christmastime parade
httpvh://youtu.be/MfGMKHnnx68 Another great feature of a Disney party is the parade and Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party certainly has a great parade in store for guests. Mickey's Once Upon A Christmastime Parade is a great place to see all of your favorite...
holiday wishes fireworks
httpvh://youtu.be/b-jLIJZk3Q8 No Disney party is complete without a spectacular fireworks display and the Holiday Wishes fireworks at Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party certainly are spectacular. Since words won't accurately describe the event, please watch the video...
mvmcp v.1
Last Thursday, November 15, was the press preview for this year's Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party. If you have never been to the ticketed event, it is an after hours party in the Magic Kingdom that requires an extra ticket. There are lots of special events...
be our guest
The Annual Passholder Previews have begun for the New Fantasyland and we had a great time on Saturday wandering the new land again. There was not much that has been changed in the past few weeks since we visited during the soft opening, but we had a great surprise...
gaston’s tavern
The next location we bring you on our destination within the New Fantasyland is Gaston's. Now as we all know, everyone's awed and inspired by him and now he has shared his lovely decorating tips with us all. Gaston's is a quick service destination within the New...
be our guest
As we continue showcasing some of the New Fantasyland, here are some images from the new Be Our Guest restaurant. As you enter the New Fantasyland, the second major feature you notice is the bridge leading across the ravine to the Beast's Castle. The attention to...
under the sea
The next item from our visit around the New Fantasyland in the Magic Kingdom is Under the Sea | Journey of the Little Mermaid. It is a wonderful attraction that sends us under the sea to experience everyone's favorite little mermaid, Ariel, and retells the story in a...
enchanted, indeed
This weekend, portions of the New Fantasyland opened for a dress rehearsal and all I can say is WOW! The first thing you encounter, once you pass through the newly opened castle walls is the Enchanted Tales with Belle; it is on your left nestled along a nicely...
frankenweenie weekend
In celebration of Disney’s new stop-motion animated movie “Frankenweenie,” directed by acclaimed filmmaker Tim Burton and opening October 5 in 3D, Walt Disney World Resort is hosting a variety of engaging experiences inspired by the new movie, “The Nightmare Before...
happy hallowishes!
Well, you know the Autumn holiday season begins when Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party is on at the Magic Kingdom. This past Friday evening we were invited to join in the fun by the great folks at the Walt Disney World Resort. Check-in began at 5:30 and offered us...
halloween cruise
Disney Cruise Line will treat guests sailing during late October to a spook-tacular good time as the Disney ships transform into a ghoulish wonderland filled with hair-raising events and activities. Guests of all ages will delight with special decorations, unique menu...