Book a time to see Mickey Mouse using the Fastpass system (click for more)
FASTPASS TO THE BIG CHEESE: For the first time in Disney Parks history, Magic Kingdom guests will be able to reserve meet-up time with Mickey Mouse. Magic Kingdom Guests Will Be Able To Determine a Time To Meet with Mickey Mouse Beginning Later This Spring LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. -- Magic Kingdom officials have a hunch a really "hot ticket" in their realm this summer is going to be something other than a ride, a snack or a show. Rather, it's a first-ever opportunity to nail down a time to m...Disney’s Main Street Electrical Parade Returns to the Magic Kingdom (click for more)
Early June 2010 sees the return of Disney's Main Street Electrical Parade to the Magic Kingdom. Since 2001, this amazing parade has been seasonally wowing guests at Disneyland in Anaheim. Part of the 2010 'Summer Nightastic', Disney's Main Street Electrical Parade is sure to be a big hit. Tinkerbell will lead the parade in a magical balloon float. Pinocchio and Snow White also join the parade this year in new floats. If you have not seen this parade before, make the time to do so. I...Star Wars Weekends (click for more)
The 2010 Dates for the annual Star Wars Weekends at Disney's Hollywood Studios have been announced. The 2010 dates are: May 21 - 23 May 28 - 30 June 4 - 6 June 11 - 13 This special event is held annually at Disney's Hollywood Studios theme park and celebrates the Star Wars Saga and the new animated television series The Clone Wars. As part of the weekend festivities, Disney's Hollywood Studios puts on special shows, parades & presentations, as well as offering unique merchan...Disney Characters (click for more)
Explore tucked away places in the parks Quiet cul-de-sacs in the Magic Kingdom or small side streets in Epcot’s World Showcase keep large crowds from swarming the characters. Keep in mind that character’s schedules are subject to change, especially in inclement weather. There are no guarantees that you will see these characters at the places mentioned. If there is a particular character that you want to see, ask a cast member when and where that character is scheduled to appear. Etique...Exotic Driving Experience at Walt Disney World (click for more)
Do you want to drive a supercar? Well you soon can. Starting January 16th 2012, Richard Petty Driving Experience at Walt Disney World will offer an Exotic Driving Experience. Starting at $199 for 6 laps around the circuit, you will be able to take the wheel of a supercar by Ferrari, Lamborghini, Audi or Porsche. Petty Holdings recently completed an interior road course-style section at the WDW track, specifically for Exotic Driving Experience. The new section features a series of qu...Where do I get groceries when I stay in a vacation rental home? (click for more)
One question I get asked frequently by guests staying in a Kissimmee, Orlando Vacation Rental Home is "Where can I get groceries?". Different communities have a nearest grocery store, but if you are staying at Emerald Island, Windsor Palms, Rolling Hills, Indian Creek, Formosa Gardens, Windsor Hills or Arcadia Estates the nearest grocery store is the Marketplace in the Formosa Gardens Plaza (7840 W. Irlo Bronson Hwy, Kissimmee, FL 34747). That is at the junction of the 192 and Formosa ...Disney Junior–Live on Stage! debuts March 4th (click for more)
Guests at Disney's Hollywood Studios will find that the pre-school favorite "Playhouse Disney - Live on Stage" is no more. Instead it is being replaced by "Disney Junior - Live on Stage" to coincide with the new Disney Junior Channel on television. This is a great show for the younger Disney fans. As the show is inside, it can also be a welcome break from the summer heat. The full Disney press release is below. Ahoy, Mateys! Jake and the Never Land Pirates Landing at Disney's Hollyw...Book a time to see Mickey Mouse using the Fastpass system (click for more)
FASTPASS TO THE BIG CHEESE: For the first time in Disney Parks history, Magic Kingdom guests will be able to reserve meet-up time with Mickey Mouse. Magic Kingdom Guests Will Be Able To Determine a Time To Meet with Mickey Mouse Beginning Later This Spring LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. -- Magic Kingdom officials have a hunch a really "hot ticket" in their realm this summer is going to be something other than a ride, a snack or a show. Rather, it's a first-ever opportunity to nail down a time to m...Luxury Pet Resort to Open Aug. 27 at Walt Disney World Resort (click for more)
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – Gourmet dog and kitty treats, plush pet bedding and all the creature comforts of home are on tap for Pluto wannabes and other pet pals at Best Friends Pet Resort, opening Aug. 27 at Walt Disney World Resort. Best Friends Pet Care Inc. will operate the one-of-a-kind, 27,000-square-foot luxury facility complete with cat “condos,” doggy suites, and special accommodations for smaller “pocket pets.” Park and resort guests, as well as visitors stayi...Staying at a Vacation Rental - urgent care medical treatment options (click for more)
We all want our vacations to be memorable in a good way, but what if you become ill during your vacation? You are away from your regular physician and its all a bit strange, you don't know where or who to turn to. You will be pleased to know that there are plenty of options in the Kissimmee area for health care. Obviously for urgent emergency medical situations, you can and should call 911. But what if its not an emergency? What options do you have? If you have a minor ailment and jus...Disney’s Main Street Electrical Parade Returns to the Magic Kingdom (click for more)
Early June 2010 sees the return of Disney's Main Street Electrical Parade to the Magic Kingdom. Since 2001, this amazing parade has been seasonally wowing guests at Disneyland in Anaheim. Part of the 2010 'Summer Nightastic', Disney's Main Street Electrical Parade is sure to be a big hit. Tinkerbell will lead the parade in a magical balloon float. Pinocchio and Snow White also join the parade this year in new floats. If you have not seen this parade before, make the time to do so. I...Carnival of Venice (click for more)
Tutto Italia in EPCOT will be having a Carnival of Venice celebration beginning February 8th 2010 through to February 16th 2010. This special celebration includes an appetizer, entree and desert. Prices are $19 for lunch and $29 for dinner. Servers will be wearing amazing handmade Venetian masks and costumes. Dinner will also feature the strolling musical trio "Viva Venezia" The chef inspired menu also features Fileto Di Pesce Al Melograno (Halibut with Pomegranate Sauce) at dinner. ht...New Years at the Disney Parks (click for more)
Do you plan to welcome the New Year at one of the Disney Parks? If so there’s a lot to choose from this year — nine parade performances and five fireworks shows. If that lineup has your attention, here are the New Year’s Eve details broken down by park: Magic Kingdom “Move It! Shake It! Celebrate It!” parade and street party (11 a.m., 2 and 5:15 p.m.) “Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade” (12 noon and 3:30 p.m.) “SpectroMagic” parade of lights and music (7 an...