WDW Fan Zone

It will come as no surprise that there are thousands of Disney t-shirts to choose from when visiting Disney World. But what if in addition to sporting your favorite character on a t-shirt, you also want to have one that is personalized with whatever you wish. Well Disney World is the place where dreams come true, and there is a store in Downtown Disney that allows guests to create a customized t-shirt. It is super easy. The store has computers where you can customize your shirt with a choice of color, long or short sleeve, choose the character(s) you want on it, and either choose from phrases or create your...
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2013 Epcot Flower & Garden Festival

Even though I was in Orlando for a conference, I made arrangements to come in a day early so I would not miss the Flower & Garden Festival. I must say, that was the best decision I’d made in quite a while! Gardening has only recently piqued my curiosity, since we’ve moved to a rural area and have lots of land to fill with plants and trees, flowers and vegetables. The Flower & Garden Festival had lots to not make me feel like such a novice, but also enough excite folks like my Master Gardener mother, who stared longingly at the 200+ photos taken during my day at Epcot. She insists...
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In the Zone with @SamsDisneyDiary: Buzz Light Year Space Ranger Spin… Help, what’s the secret?

I grew up in the 80s, so I’m an original gamer. It comes naturally… it’s been passed to my children who are all gamers. Wreck-it-Ralph is a HUGE hit for us all! Watching it in 3D on the Disney Dream just days after its release was icing on the cake, and a subject for a future blog. When Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom opened “Buzz Light Years Space Ranger Spin” (November 1998), the world of video games and dark rides collided. Buzz Light Year is the original, leading the way to Buzz Light Year of Star Command (Disneyland) and Toy Story Midway Mania (California Adventure/Hollywood Studios). You are the...
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My Must Ride Disney’s Hollywood Studios Attractions!

In my last 2 articles I wrote about My Must Ride Magic Kingdom Attractions and My Must Ride Epcot Attractions! In this article I want to share with you my must ride attractions at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Disney’s Hollywood Studios (DHS), formerly known as Disney-MGM Studios, opened at the Walt Disney World (WDW) Resort on May 1st, 1989. DHS was the 3rd theme park to open at WDW. Over the years new attractions and areas have opened and some of the older attractions have closed and been replaced. One of my favorite attractions called Super Star Television has closed. In this attraction guests were chosen from the audience and...
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Disney News

By Kim and Eric

May 15, 2013

Walt Disney Company • The Walt Disney Company released their second fiscal quarter and six month earnings on May 7. “With adjusted earnings per share up 36% over last year, we’re obviously pleased with our second quarter,” said Robert A. Iger, Chairman and CEO, The Walt Disney Company. “Our results reflect our successful strategy, the strength of our brands and the value of our high-quality creative content, all of which continue to drive long-term growth and shareholder value.” WDW Resort • Tickets for both Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween and Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas parties have gone on sale. The popular holiday parties will be held on select nights...
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5 Tips for Maximizing your Star Wars Weekends Experience

By Morgan Crutchfield

May 14, 2013

5 Tips for Maximizing your Star Wars Weekends Experience

Star Wars Weekends are just around the corner! Beginning May 17, 2013, and ending June 9, Star Wars Weekends (or SWW as they’re sometimes called) can be an absolute blast or a total bust depending on how prepared you are. Below, some handy hints for keeping the Force with you as you vacation. Star Wars Weekends is a fantastic set of weekend-long events centered around the Star Wars movie and television franchise that Walt Disney World hosts Friday through Sunday during select weekends in May and June. Special parades, Star Wars Celebrity meet and greets, themed shows, and limited-edition merchandise await guests at Disney’s Hollywood Studios over the duration...
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Tips for Surviving a 24 Hour Disney Day

By Lindsay Diamond

May 13, 2013

On May 24, Walt Disney World and Disneyland will be hosting a 24-hour park day once more. This event appeared on the Disney calendar last year on Leap Day (February 29, 2012), and I had the opportunity of attending the experience at WDW. Here are some tips on how to make the most of your 24 hours if you plan on going! Decide ahead of time if you want to make a schedule or wing it. On Leap Day, there were people who chose to ride the same attraction all day and others who barely rode any rides. Either way, the day will be crowded, so be sure to...
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May 2013 Buttermilk Fried Chicken easy dish!

By Darlene Nagi

May 13, 2013

May 2013 Buttermilk Fried Chicken easy dish!

Hello everyone! This is a busy month in our household. Mother’s day, my birthday, daughter’s graduation, friend’s birthday. I need some easy dishes to prepare that the family enjoys. Buttermilk Fried Chicken works for us for a hot meal that is quick & easy. I pair it with a salad or vegetables. Hope you have a wonderful month filled with flowers after the April showers! Buttermilk Fried Chicken by Disney’s Pop Century Resort 2 lbs. chicken pieces (breasts, legs & thighs) 3 c. buttermilk (recipe to follow if you don’t have it on hand) Coarse salt & Fresh ground pepper 4 eggs, beaten 3 c. all-purpose flour 4 c...
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