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Dec 27 2015

Disney World Enthusiast Weekly Round Up December 27, 2015

Here’s the Disney World Enthusiast Weekly Round Up for December 27, 2015!

Latest Disney World Enthusiast Articles

GumTip Of The Week

Believe it or not, gum is not sold anywhere on Disney property. If you’re a fan, you’ll need to bring your own.

Looking for more tips like this? Click here!

Cinderella CastleDisney Did You Know

Cinderella Castle is 189 feet or 57.6 meters tall which is more than double the size of Sleeping Beauty Castle in Disneyland. Cinderella Castle has 27 towers numbered 1 through 29. Interestingly, towers 13 and 17 were never built and not because of any superstition. They were left off when it was determined that they would not be able to be seen from anywhere in the park.

Walt Disney 3Walt’s Words

“All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to pursue them.”  

Wishes CDDisney World Enthusiast Giveaway

From now through Thursday, December 31, 2015 at midnight, please enter daily to win Wishes: A Magical Gathering Of Disney Dreams Soundtrack CD. Just click here and follow the instructions to be entered into the giveaway. Be sure to take advantage of the bonus entries, and please tell your friends and family to enter as well!

Behind The Magic Podcast

Be sure to catch up on this week’s episodes when Zeek, Rachel, Tim, Richard, Sarah, Jerry and I discuss Disney news, rumors, and so much more. For more information about this week’s podcasts or to listen, please click here.

Featured Advertiser

BitbeltHave you heard of this incredible gadget – Bitbelt? If you aren’t familiar, this handy creation secures your MagicBand so that it doesn’t accidentally become lost. Anyone that carries a child, a backpack, or wears a jacket at Disney World knows how easily a MagicBand can become unclasped. That’s where this little beauty comes in! Simply place a Bitbelt on your MagicBand and save yourself the trouble of having to search for a lost band or take the time to get a replacement. Bitbelts come in a dozen different colors and in two sizes – adult and junior. They are only $4.99 each plus they offer discounted pricing when you purchase multiple Bitbelts in one order. And if you think Bitbelts are great for MagicBands, they are also available for your fitness trackers. Never lose a pricey Fitbit again! For more information about Bitbelt, please click here!

501 WaysFeatured Book

The difference between an average and an outstanding Walt Disney World trip is in the details. Kristi Fredericks helps make your dream vacation a reality with her numerous tips and tricks to save money, time, and sanity while at the happiest place on earth in her new book “501 Ways To Make The Most Of Your Walt Disney World Vacation”. For more information, to read an excerpt, or to purchase, please click here.

Considering A Disney World Vacation

Book Your Disney VacationJennifer Hardy, a Disney Vacation Planner with Destinations in Florida, is the official travel partner of Disney World Enthusiast. She can help you book your next Disney vacation whether it is to Disney World, Disneyland, or aboard the Disney Cruise Line. Currently Jennifer has some incredible deals for discounted travel to Disney World. For more information about Jennifer’s amazing and absolutely free services or to get a free no-obligation quote, please click here!

You’re Invited

Next Disney VacationJennifer Hardy, from Destinations in Florida, and I have teamed up to create a brand new Facebook Group called Next Disney Vacation! It is the perfect place to talk about your next Disney vacation, voice your opinions, ask your questions, get them answered, and share the magic. Whether it’s Disneyland Resort, Walt Disney World, or the Disney Cruise Line, Jennifer and I are ready to help. Everyday you’ll find posts, photos, trivia, tips, and more that we find all throughout the Disney Universe. If you’re counting the days until your next Disney vacation or just dreaming of one, we would love to have you join in the fun and conversation! Please click here to be a part of our group!

dwe logo small size white bkgdComing Up Next Week

Next week I’ll have more dining and planning information plus all of the latest Disney World news!

Have a wonderful week!

Dec 26 2015

Behind The Magic Podcast Recap December 21- December 25, 2015

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Welcome to Season 4 of Behind The Magic Podcast!

This “snack credit” of podcasts is a unique 15-minute daily Disney podcast hosted by Zeek, Rachel, Tim, Sarah, Richard, Jerry and myself. Every day Monday through Friday you can join us for entertaining Disney information, discussions, guests, games, and more. Zeek and Rachel will be surprising you each and every day with all of their fabulous humor and Disney insider knowledge. And of course, we’ll also keep you up-to-date on Disney news with our daily “Mouse News Minute” segment plus I’ll be sharing all of the latest Disney gossip with my weekly “Mouse Whispers” segment.

Here’s a quick peek at what you can expect each day:

  • Magical Mondays with fun and games!
  • Topical Tuesdays with exciting Disney discussions!
  • With Us Wednesdays with celebrity guests from around the Disney Universe!
  • Theme Park Thursdays with fun information, facts, and stories about the parks!
  • Field Trip Fridays with information helpful to your park visit!

This Week’s Episodes

This week’s episodes include:

  • Monday ~ Behind Star Wars: The Force Awakens
  • Tuesday ~ Christmas Special

For more details about each episode and to listen, please click here!

We hope you enjoy our show!

Dec 25 2015

Merry Christmas!

Christmas

Wishing everyone a very Merry Christmas!

Heading to Disney World for the holidays?

501 WaysIf you are planning a vacation to Disney World during the holiday season, be sure to check out these valuable resources to help you save time and money:

I hope you have a safe & magical holiday!

Dec 24 2015

Remember Wishes: A Magical Gathering Of Disney Dreams Soundtrack CD Giveaway

A little bit of magic to enjoy at home!

Remember To Enter Daily To Win

Remember to enter daily to win a Wishes: A Magical Gathering Of Disney Dreams soundtrack CD from now through Thursday, December 31 at midnight. Good luck, everyone!

The Giveaway

Recently I returned from another fun-filled vacation to your favorite place and mine – Walt Disney World! While I was there I did a bit of shopping and picked up some adorable items to giveaway over the next few months. Next up – Wishes: A Magical Gathering Of Disney Dreams soundtrack CD! For fans of Magic Kingdom’s nighttime spectacular Wishes, you’ll love being able to listen to the soundtrack right at home!

From now through Thursday, December 31, 2015 at midnight, please enter daily to win the Wishes: A Magical Gathering Of Disney Dreams soundtrack CD. Just click the image below and follow the instructions to be entered into the giveaway. Be sure to take advantage of the bonus entries, and please tell your friends and family to enter as well!

Click image to enter!

Good luck, everyone!

Dec 23 2015

Jungle Navigation Co. Ltd. Skipper Canteen In Magic Kingdom

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Looking for a fun, new place to eat while touring Magic Kingdom? Well, you are in luck. The Jungle Navigation Co. Ltd. Skipper Canteen is now open! This brand new table service restaurant located in Adventureland features tropical décor, exotic cuisine, and is hosted by your favorite Jungle Cruise skippers.

There are three dining rooms in this 222 seat restaurant:

  • The crew’s colonial-era Mess Hall
  • The Jungle Room – former family parlor of Dr. Albert Falls himself
  • S.E.A. Room—a once-secret meeting place for the Society of Explorers and Adventurers

The menu is an adventurous one:

  • House-made arepas with slow-cooked beef, black beans, tostones and queso fresco
  • Dr. Falls’ Signature Grilled Steak, a strip loin marinated in sofrito and served with yuca planks, avocado and house-made chimichurri
  • Rice Noodle Bowl with an Asian pho broth with choice of chicken, duck breast or tofu served with jalapeños and mix of fresh herbs
  • Trader Sam’s Head-on Shrimp, with sustainable, local, farm-raised shrimp tossed in a chili-garlic sauce and served with Chinese broccoli and choice of five-grain or white rice
  • Coconut Bar with Pineapple-Basil Compote and Vanilla Cream – a vanilla chiffon cake with coconut and lime topped with white chocolate ganache
  • Kungaloosh! – African-inspired chocolate cake is served with caramelized bananas and cashew-caramel ice cream topped with coffee dust

And for the little skippers in your party:

  • Junior Skip’s Special Mac and Cheese is inspired by an Egyptian dish with ground beef, pasta, Béchamel Sauce and house-made cheese gratin, served with broccoli
  • Amazon Annie’s House-made Arepas with slow-cooked beef, black beans and queso fresco served with yuca planks
  • Sizzling Savanna Grilled Flank Steak with steamed broccoli and fingerling potatoes
  • Smiley’s Little Croc of Chicken Noodle Soup
  • Kids Volcano! – gooey chocolate cake with caramel lava and exploding chocolate rocks

Two non-alcoholic specialties will be served:

  • The Punch Line Punch – tropical fruit juice and mango puree (also available with a spiced rim for an extra zinger)
  • The Schweitzer Slush – frozen apple juice and passion fruit topped with bursting green apple boba balls

Skipper’s Canteen is open daily at 11:00am – closing time varies depending on park hours. Currently Disney is not offering reservations for this location. Rumors are that will change in the near future with reservations possibly being available for as early as February 2016. For more information, please click here.

501 WaysHeading to Disney World soon?

If you are planning a vacation to Disney World, be sure to check out these valuable resources to help you save time and money:

Do you love the Jungle Cruise? Do you plan to try the Skipper Canteen?
Please leave a comment!