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2015 Disney Vacation Packages Are Being Released On Wednesday
Don’t forget, everyone. Disney Vacation Packages for 2015 have not yet been released, but they aren’t far away.
Trailer for ‘Once Upon a Time’ Season Four Released at Comic-Con
The first trailer for season four of ABC’s hit series “Once Upon a Time” was revealed at the San Diego Comic-Con 2014 on Saturday, July 26, 2014, and it’s pretty awesome. Included is a lot that will be happening in the upcoming season as well as the introduction of Elsa, Anna, and Kristoff.
Accident at Walt Disney World Property Entrance Causes Traffic
An accident at the entrance to Walt Disney World brought traffic to a halt, and it was apparently due to a driver stopping to take a picture.
Disney Rumor: Anna and Elsa Meet-and-Greet Returning to Epcot’s Norway Pavilion
The rumors are starting up again, and it involves even more things dealing with the girls of Disney’s “Frozen” at the Norway Pavilion inEpcot. While rumors Maelstrom turning into a “Frozen”-themed ridepersist, now there are rumors that an Anna and Elsa meet-and-greet will be returning as well.
Sneak Peek at New Haunted Mansion Merchandise Hitting Disney Parks This Fall
Almost two months ago, Doctor Disney reported that some brand new Haunted Mansion merchandise items would be hitting Disney Parks this fall. It’s already been said that over 100 pieces of new Haunted Mansion merchandise will be released and now we’ve got our first look at some of them.
Norway Is Apparently Not Too Happy With Disney and ‘Frozen’
It appears as if there is someone that really isn’t too happy about all the attention that is coming Norway’s direction due to Disney’s “Frozen,” and oddly enough…it’s Norway.
Holiday Sleigh Rides Begin At Walt Disney World In November
Looking for another fun way to enjoy the holiday season at Walt Disney World? Disney introduces the return of the Holiday Sleigh Rides, and they will begin in late November and run through the remainder of the year so make sure to get your reservation in now.
Justin Bieber In a Wheelchair Causes Uproar at Disneyland – Did He Fake To Skip Lines?
As if Justin Bieber wasn’t already in the spotlight for his music and run-ins with the law enough, he’s now in it for a different reason. Pictures have surfaced of Bieber in a wheelchair at Disneyland a couple of days ago, and now there are plenty of people wondering if he was using it to skip the lines.
Disney Cruise Line Cast Members Hint At Two More Ships Coming To Fleet
This past weekend, Doctor Disney was on the Disney Dream enjoying a quick three-night cruise, but my ears were open as usual and some new rumors came to light. Without even asking, two different Cast Members stated they believed two more ships were going to be added to the Disney Cruise Line fleet.
Menus and Booths Announced for 2014 Epcot Food and Wine Festival
So many have been waiting for it, and now it has arrived. The menus and booths have been announced for the 2014 Epcot International Food and Wine Festival, and there is going to be so very much to taste, try, and enjoy.
New Info Released For ‘Villains Unleashed’ at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
A month ago, Disney released a sneak peek at the official guest list for the “Villains Unleashed” event on Aug. 23, 2014, at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The hard-ticketed event still has some tickets left so you’d better get them while you can, but for now, check out some of the new details that have just been released.
‘Walt Disney’ To Premiere On PBS In the Fall of 2015
On July 22, 2014, PBS announced that a four-hour, two-night film will air in the fall of 2015, and it will simply be titled “Walt Disney.” Let it just be known that this looks simply phenomenal, and it can’t get here quick enough.
‘Pirates Of The Caribbean 5′ Finally Gets A Release Date For Summer 2017
Disney has finally given a confirmed release date for the next installment in one of its most famous and successful movie franchises ever. “Pirates of the Caribbean 5″ will officially hit theaters on July 7, 2017, and it’s going to be in competition with a number of other big films that summer.
New Artist Renderings For Disney Springs Show How Highways, Garages Will Look
For those that have been in the Downtown Disney area over the course of the past year, you know there is a lot of construction going on in the transformation to Disney Springs. In time, it’s all going to come together even though it’s a bit of a mess right now.
Report: New Standby Line Procedure Being Tested For Anna and Elsa, Soarin’
We all know that the standby wait times for some Walt Disney World attractions are off the charts, and that especially holds true for meeting Anna and Elsa at Princess Fairytale Hall. Well, a new report out states that Disney is testing a new standby procedure to shorten those wait times for guests.
Walt Disney World Extends Room-Only Offer Throughout Rest of 2014
The original Walt Disney World Room-Only Discount was first offered back in early May, but it only ran through the beginning of October. With Free Disney Dining being blacked out for a majority of dates in the fall and winter, Disney has extended the Room-Only Offer throughout most of the rest of 2014.
Tomorrowland Transit Authority Reopening Delayed By A Couple of Weeks
The Tomorrowland Transit Authority Peoplemover(aka Wedway) is currently under refurbishment, and it looks as if it is going to take a bit longer than expected.
Disney Renews ‘Armed Forces Salute’ With Military Discounts For 2014-15
Disney is officially honoring our serving men and women with a renewal of the “Armed Forces Salute” to give them military discounts for 2014-15. Military Disney Tips revealed it first, and prices are on the way.
Changes Made To Reservation Times For Wishes Dessert Party
For those booking the Wishes Dessert Party at theMagic Kingdom, there are some changes that you need to know. It’s something that was seemingly coming for quite some time, but has just since been confirmed by Disney.
The Magic Carpets of Aladdin Having Short Refurbishment In November
Along with a host of other refurbishments coming to Walt Disney World in the second half of this year, the Magic Carpets of Aladdin will be closing for a short one in late November. It won’t be long at all, but it could end up happening during your trip.
‘Ohana Changes Menu Again – Removes Another Item From Dinner Menu
As of about a month ago, the changes to the menu of ‘Ohana atDisney’s Polynesian Village Resort were put into place with mixed reviews. Well, there has been another change that has quietly happened, and a lot of people are not going to be happy about this one either.
Disney Confirms A 12-Year-Old Boy Also Previously Injured Fingertips On Pirates of the Caribbean
By now, we are all acquainted with the story of the British tourist losing his fingertips on Pirates of the Caribbean about two weeks ago. Now, there has been word released of other injuries sustained at Walt Disney World and other parks. One of those injuries at Disney includes a 12-year-old boy suffering the same fate as the British tourist.
‘Frozen’ Summer Fun VIP Package Sold Out For Rest of Summer
The extremely popular premium package for the Frozen Summer Fun LIVE! at Disney’s Hollywood Studios is now sold out. Yes, they are all sold out for the remaining dates throughout the rest of the summer.
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