‘Slow-Mo’ Magic at the Walt Disney World Theme Parks

Take a Slow Motion Look at the Disney Parks

Take a Slow Motion Look at the Disney Parks

 

Life moves fast, and we think you’ll agree that even in the world of fantasy, discovery and magic of the Walt Disney World theme parks, things can still move swiftly. There’s so much to see, so much to immerse yourself in, so much to experience, marvel and enjoy. With all of this, it’s possible to miss some of the simpler things happening right before your eyes. So, Disney has decided to start giving our blog readers a look at some of these in a very different way, using a special camera designed to capture video in slow motion. Continue reading

Busch Gardens ~ Show your Love By Spending Time with your Child at Busch Babies

Busch Gardens

Spend Time With The Kids at Busch Gardens

 

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay ~ If you know a child between the ages of 2 and 5 who loves animals, here is a great way to spend 3 days in February: sign up for the “Busch Babies” series.

What is “Busch Babies”? It’s a special 3-week series designed for you to spend quality time with the 2-5 year old child in your life that combines crafts, story time, and of course up-close and personal visits from special animal friends. It’s something fun and educational that you can do together with your child. Continue reading

Kennedy Space Center Hosts The National 9/11 Flag

9-11 National Flag to be hosted by Kennedy Space Center

9-11 National Flag to be hosted by Kennedy Space Center

 

On February 18, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., New York City firefighters will assist local heroes and visitors in a historic stitching ceremony to help sew the Florida restorative patch, which features a flag that has flown over Kennedy Space Center, to The National 9/11 Flag.  Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is proud to host the official Stitching Restoration for the state of Florida.  Continue reading

Epcot Center ~ New: ‘Toy Story 3’ and ‘Cars 2’ Topiaries, Expanded Butterfly House

 

Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival

Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival

 

Epcot Center, Orlando, Florida – The heroes of “Toy Story 3” have left the toy box. Woody and Buzz Lightyear meet arch-enemy Lotso the teddy bear on the Future World playground for the 18th Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival March 2 through May 15, 2011, at Walt Disney World Resort. Continue reading

Universal Studios Orlando Kicks Off Biggest, Best Mardi Gras Celebration Outside Of New Orleans 2011

Top-Name National Music Talent, Authentic Mardi Gras Parade and Cuisine Straight from The Big Easy Make for the Ultimate Street Party Beginning Feb. 12

Top-Name National Music Talent, Authentic Mardi Gras Parade and Cuisine Straight from The Big Easy Make for the Ultimate Street Party Beginning Feb. 12

 

Universal Studios ~ Orlando, Fla. (January 13, 2011) – It is the biggest, best, party in the country – and Universal Orlando Resort brings it straight from New Orleans to you this February 12 through April 23. Continue reading

Walt Disney World ~ New Hidden Mickey Pins

Get Ready Pin Collectors, New Merchandise Is On It's Way

Get Ready Pin Collectors, New Merchandise Is On It's Way

 

Disney recently gave you a sneak preview of the 2011 Hidden Mickey pins for Disneyland Resort. Now it is time to turn the spotlight on Walt Disney World Resort. Like the Disneyland Resort collection, there will be two different waves of about 30 pins each. Continue reading

Africa Trek Adventures Is Open For Adventures at Walt Disney World’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park

Africa Trek Now Open

Africa Trek Now Open

 

Walt Disney World ~ That’s right, it’s time to get trekking. Beginning Sunday, you’ll be able to get up close and personal like never before with the animals of Disney’s Animal Kingdom during our new Wild Africa Trek experience. But before the adventures begin, we’re sharing another sneak peek as we put the finishing touches on the experience. Continue reading

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay ~ Gwazi Opens with New Trains

The new trains provide the smoothest way to ride a wooden coaster!

The new trains provide the smoothest way to ride a wooden coaster!

 

In 1999, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay unleashed Gwazi, the Southeast’s largest and fastest double wooden roller coaster featuring 1.25 million feet of twisting lumber. On Saturday, Jan. 22, Gwazi will reopen to fans outfitted with new Millennium Flyer trains designed by Great Coasters International, Inc., the coaster’s original manufacturer. Continue reading

Animal Kingdom First Look at Wild Africa Trek

Disney's Animal Kingdom Jungle Trek

Disney's Animal Kingdom Jungle Trek

 

Around here, we’re counting down the hours until our ultimate animal adventures begin at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. On Sunday, Wild Africa Trek explorers will be crossing rope bridges above crocodile-filled waters and venturing on VIP safaris across our open savanna. Continue reading