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Disney celebrates Dino Week with events at Disney Parks in advance of ‘The Good Dinosaur’ movie

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Dino Week kicked off at The Walt Disney Company on Saturday, and the festivities continue through Nov. 21. It’s all leading up to the release of the new Disney-Pixar animated 3D film, “The Good Dinosaur,” on Nov. 25, of course. (Watch for my review on AllEars.Net on opening day!) At Disney Store locations nationwide, including … Continue reading "Disney celebrates Dino Week with events at Disney Parks in advance of ‘The Good Dinosaur’ movie"
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Review: B Hotel Resort and Spa and American Q

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Makeovers aren’t just for princesses and princes at Walt Disney World, it seems. Even the hotels are treated to periodic transformations. Recently, my family and I stayed at the B Hotel on Walt Disney World property. It was my first time at the renovated hotel since I had stayed at the then-Hotel Royal Plaza when … Continue reading "Review: B Hotel Resort and Spa and American Q"
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Where to watch the 2015 Super Bowl at Walt Disney World

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If your weekend involves the Super Bowl and Walt Disney World, that alone should make you feel like an MVP. To make sure you aren’t left fumbling around for a place to watch Sunday’s game or Monday’s celebratory parade, we’ve got all the details and plenty of suggestions. Those who don’t care to watch Seattle … Continue reading "Where to watch the 2015 Super Bowl at Walt Disney World"
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Ideas for celebrating New Year’s Eve outside the theme parks at Walt Disney World

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Walt Disney World's theme parks certainly know how to host splashy New Year's Eve parties. It would be difficult to top the lavish food, top-notch entertainment and spectacular fireworks. But if your family has younger kids who might not make it until midnight or you're looking for a less crowded celebration, here are some suggestions for other ways to ring in 2015 Disney-style. Most of these do not require advance planning, so you can even decide on Dec. 31 what your family wants to do.
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What’s new with meeting Santa Claus at Walt Disney World

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Santa Claus began meeting with guests at his chalet at the Downtown Disney Marketplace earlier this month, and my children were among those getting in a pre-Thanksgiving visit. We have been going to this location outside the World of Disney store for years and look forward to our annual tradition. But this year, we decided to go earlier than usual -- before we and Santa are busy closer to Christmas.
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Be among the first to try Disney Infinity 2.0 video game at Walt Disney World’s Downtown Disney

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Disney Infinity fans, get ready to take the new 2.0 game for a test drive. Although the latest version of the game won’t be released until fall, Disney Interactive will have “sneak peek” demonstrations of the game at Downtown Disney in Orlando for Car Masters Weekend, which is June 14-15. Admission is free. Last year, … Continue reading "Be among the first to try Disney Infinity 2.0 video game at Walt Disney World’s Downtown Disney"
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Disney World’s Limited Time Magic allows guests to donate Duffy bears to Toys For Tots

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When the winter holiday season arrives, many parents look for concrete ways to demonstrate to their children the importance of giving to those who are less fortunate. For some, that mission is accomplished through their places of worship. For others, it is through community groups and charities. One donation method, though, that is easy for … Continue reading "Disney World’s Limited Time Magic allows guests to donate Duffy bears to Toys For Tots"
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