Ideas for carving pumpkins with Disney images

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n Walt Disney's classic film of 1950, the Fairy Godmother worked her magic on a pumpkin to transport Cinderella to the royal ball and, eventually, the fairy-tale ending of a wish come true. This Halloween, you can show off your fandom of all things Disney by working your own magic on the pumpkin of your choosing. Luckily today, though, you won't even need a magic wand. Rather an Internet connection and a little creativity will be all that is required for you to carve the perfect pumpkin with a Disney-inspired theme.
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Review: Disney Cruise Line’s Halloween on the High Seas

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This fall, Disney Cruise Line has introduced new Halloween-themed entertainment on all four of its ships. Such new features might seem to be nothing but a treat, yet -- according to some firsthand accounts -- some came off a little trickier than other holiday activities we experienced in the past. Last week, some of my extended family members sailed on the Disney Dream for a three-night cruise.
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Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin 2013 Food & Wine Classic – Review

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Disney foodies are in their element during the month of October. There is, of course, the Epcot International Food and Wine Festival, which stretches for 46 mouth-watering days. This month also finds the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin hosting its two-night Food & Wine Classic. I attended the event on Friday for the second … Continue reading "Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin 2013 Food & Wine Classic – Review"
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Glow With The Show ear hats debut at Magic Kindom

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Less than a week ago, Glow With The Show ear hats debuted at Walt Disney World during a Fantasmic performance. On Saturday, the hats began working with the Celebrate the Magic castle projection show and the Wishes fireworks presentation at the Magic Kingdom, and my children and I were in the thick of the crowds on Main Street, U.S.A., to witness the first displays.
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Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin’s pastry chef talks about sweet selections at Food & Wine Classic

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Foodies who enjoy sampling gourmet foods paired with fine wines and beers likely have already visited this year’s Epcot International Food and Wine Festival. But this weekend, they have another opportunity waiting for them at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin, where the fourth annual Food & Wine Classic takes place along the causeway … Continue reading "Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin’s pastry chef talks about sweet selections at Food & Wine Classic"
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Kid-friendly foods at Epcot International Food and Wine Festival

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Although my elementary-school-age kids are like most others, a little bit of Disney magic this time of year turns them into discerning foodies. Every year, Epcot's Food and Wine Festival transforms my children, ages 9 and 11, into adventurous eaters. One child usually is a bit pickier than the other, but you wouldn't know it when it comes time to sample the dishes at the international marketplaces at Walt Disney World.
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Winter from ‘Dolphin Tale’ lives at nearby Clearwater Marine Aquarium

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When it comes to sea life, Orlando might best be known for Shamu and Ariel. But just a short drive away to the state’s West Coast is another famed sea-life celebrity who offers a chance for families to have a fun outing and to learn a few things, as well. About a 90-minute drive from … Continue reading "Winter from ‘Dolphin Tale’ lives at nearby Clearwater Marine Aquarium"
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What you need to know about changes to Disney’s PhotoPass

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Walt Disney World is in the process of changing its website and policies for its professional photo program, called Disney's PhotoPass. The first thing to know is that all photos taken at Walt Disney World after Sept. 4, 2013, appear on the new MyDisneyPhotoPass.com, rather than the existing DisneyPhotoPass.com. (Disneyland, ESPN Wide World of Sports and Aulani photos still appear on the old site, as well as photos taken before Sept. 4 until they expire.)
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Chase VIP Lounge takes guests inside American Adventure Parlor during Epcot Food & Wine Festival

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This year, some guests at the Epcot International Food and Wine Festival have the opportunity to step into one of Walt Disney World's private party spaces -- free of charge. The Chase VIP Lounge has moved from the Festival Center in 2012 to the American Adventure Parlor this year, and it is open to all Chase Visa card members. Each card member may bring as many as nine guests. To access the space, there is a queue in front of the building, slightly to the right, where you can present your card.
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