Tag Archives: Walt Disney World

Mar 22 2016

“Finding Dory” Characters Join Turtle Talk This Summer

Turtle Talk

Finding Dory

Exciting news for Dory fans…this summer, Dory and a few of her new pals from Disney•Pixar’s “Finding Dory” will be joining Crush in Epcot’s Turtle Talk attraction. For the first time, you’ll be able to meet Bailey the beluga whale, Hank the septopus, and Destiny the whale shark. Also joining in the fun will be, Squirt, Nemo, and his dad Marlin.

Disney•Pixar’s “Finding Dory” reunites everyone’s favorite forgetful blue tang, Dory, with her friends Nemo and Marlin on a search for answers about her past. What can she remember? Who are her parents? And where did she learn to speak Whale? Directed by Andrew Stanton (“Finding Nemo,” “WALL•E”) and produced by Lindsey Collins (co-producer “WALL•E”), the film features the voices of Ellen DeGeneres, Albert Brooks, Ed O’Neill, Kaitlin Olson, Ty Burrell, Eugene Levy and Diane Keaton. “Finding Dory” swims into theaters June 17, 2016.

The additions to Turtle Talk with Crush will be in place beginning in early May.

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Are you excited about the additions to Turtle Talk?
Please leave a comment; I would love to hear from you!

Mar 21 2016

Joy And Sadness Joining Epcot Character Spot

Joy and Sadness

If you’re a fan of the Disney-Pixar Film “Inside Out” do I have some good news for you! At the beginning of April, the Epcot Character Spot will welcome Joy and Sadness from this favorite animated hit.

The original part of Epcot Character Spot will continue to offer meet and greets with Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, and Goofy. Fastpass+ is available to meet these classic characters.

Across on the other side, guests will still be able queue up for a visit with Baymax, everyone’s favorite personal healthcare companion from “Big Hero 6”.

And beginning early in April, guests can visit Headquarters, by traveling through Riley’s long-term memory past her Islands of Personality, on the way to meet two of the emotions – Joy and Sadness.

Epcot Character Spot is a terrific place to meet some of the classic as well as new favorite characters!

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:

Will you be meeting Joy and Sadness?
Please leave a comment; I would love to hear from you!

Mar 20 2016

Disney World Enthusiast Weekly Round Up March 20, 2016

Here’s the Disney World Enthusiast Weekly Round Up for March 20, 2016!

Latest Disney World Enthusiast Articles

Tom Sawyer Island 1Tip Of The Week

If you are in Magic Kingdom and need a place for the kids to run around and let off some steam, make your way to Frontierland and hop aboard a raft to Tom Sawyer Island. Once you arrive, there are paths to follow, rocks to climb, caves to explore, and more. This small hideaway is an adventurous child’s dream come true.

Looking for more tips like this? Click here!

Epcot Flower & Garden FestivalDisney Did You Know

During the Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival more than 500,000 plants, trees and shrubs are planted; 250,000 of those are annual blossoms installed for the festival.

Walt DisneyWalt’s Words

“Think, Believe, Dream, and Dare.”

Creative Countdown 1Disney World Enthusiast Giveaway

From now through Friday, April 1, 2016 at midnight, please enter daily to win a Countdown To Disney. 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, and I discuss Disney news, rumors, and so much more.

  • Monday ~ Mouse Whispers My Magic+ Rumors
  • Tuesday ~ A Spooky Box Of Tricks
  • Wednesday ~ Behind David Wasman Of MCMagic
  • Thursday ~ Behind Canada Pavilion
  • Friday ~ BTM The Show

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 some dining and planning information plus all of the latest Disney World news!

Have a wonderful week!

Mar 19 2016

Behind The Magic Podcast Recap March 14 – March 18, 2016

Welcome to Season 5 of Behind The Magic Podcast!

This “snack credit” of podcasts is a unique 15-minute Disney podcast hosted by Zeek, Rachel, and myself. Every day Monday through Thursday you can join us for entertaining Disney information, discussions, guests, games, and more. We’ll be surprising you each and every day with our funny stories and Disney insider knowledge. And of course, we’ll also keep you up-to-date on all of the latest Disney news and gossip.

NEW THIS SEASON: On Friday nights, please join us and our favorite weekly host, Jerry, for our 90 minute special BTM The Show that airs live at 10:30pm EST/7:30pm PST on YouTube!

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

  • Monday ~ Mouse Whispers Mondays with all of the latest Disney gossip and rumors!
  • Tuesday ~ Topical Tuesdays with exciting Disney discussions!
  • Wednesday ~ With Us Wednesdays with celebrity guests from around the Disney Universe!
  • Thursday ~ Theme Park Thursdays with fun information, facts, and stories about the parks!
  • Friday ~ BTM The Show – Live at 10:30pm EST/7:30pm PST!

This Week’s Episodes

This week’s episodes include:

  • Monday ~ Mouse Whispers My Magic+ Rumors
  • Tuesday ~ A Spooky Box Of Tricks
  • Wednesday ~ Behind David Wasman Of MCMagic
  • Thursday ~ Behind Canada Pavilion
  • Friday ~ BTM The Show

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

We hope you enjoy our show!

Mar 18 2016

Creative Countdown’s Countdown To Disney Giveaway

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Savor the Suspense!

Recently I had the pleasure of reviewing Creative Countdown’s Countdown To Disney. If you aren’t familiar with this product, this fabulous countdown allows you to “Savor the Suspense” as you tear off a page each day getting just a little bit closer to that wonderful Disney magic!

Review

Creative CountdownCreative Countdown is the incredible company launched in 2012 by two entrepreneurial moms – Amy Gamber and Joanie Hickey. Their company gives people a fun and unique way to countdown to some of the most memorable moments of their lives such as a graduation, a wedding, the birth of a child, or a magical Walt Disney World vacation.

Through their website, Creative Countdown allows customers the ability to customize one of their many countdown designs with daily personalized messages. For my review, I was able to go on to the Creative Countdown site and customize one of the countdowns for my Summer 2016 Walt Disney World Family Vacation. I added messages to remind my family to book advanced dining reservations, to create our touring plans, to book Fastpass+ reservations, to customize our MagicBands, to check in online, and more. For a planner like myself, Creative Countdown is a dream come true!

When my personalized Countdown To Disney arrived, it was even better that I had hoped. The quality in both the printing and the binding is outstanding. My family and I will love having this daily reminder of how close we are getting to our magical Walt Disney World vacation!

Here’s all of the important information that you’ll need to get yourself a Creative Countdown:

  • Creative Countdowns are available for purchase on CreativeCountdown.com.
  • They offer a variety of styles of countdowns including standard tear-off, personalized tear off, personalized flip stand, and personalized email.
  • The standard tear-off 60 day Countdown To Disney is $9.95.
  • The personalized tear-off countdown starts at $19.95 for 30 pages and additional pages can be added for $0.25 each.
  • The personalized tear-off countdowns can hold up to 400 pages.
  • There are 29 different designs available including options for holidays, weddings, births, graduations, vacations, and more.
  • If you need help personalizing your countdown, they have hundreds of quick-fill entries available that you can use and edit.
  • Creative Countdowns are a wonderful gift idea for friends and family!

The Giveaway

Interested in getting a Creative Countdown of your own? Well, you’re in luck! From now through Friday, April 1, 2016 at midnight, please enter daily to win a Countdown To Disney. 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 feel free to share with your friends and family!

Click image to enter!

Can’t wait and need a Creative Countdown right away?
Please click this link to purchase one today!