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A patriotic tribute totally at Walt Disney World, really. Photo by Peter Lee [CC BY-NC 2.0] via Flickr.

A Patriot’s Guide to the 4th of July at Walt Disney World

Un-patriots need not apply. WALT DISNEY WORLD, FL -- It's upon us once again -- that glorious day where we celebrate our nation's independence from the oppressive monarchy of Great Britain. The day where people prove their patriotism by getting drunk and then playing with explosives. But let's say that you're not at home, but on vacation. How do you celebrate freedom while at Walt Disney World? Grab your Eagles [Ed.: No, not those Eagles. Or those. Ok, maybe that one]! We're ...
July 3, 2018 by X in Florida
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Disney's Magical Express buses. Photo by brownpau [CC BY 2.0] via Wikimedia Commons.

Disney’s Magical Express to add Fastpass return

Now you can check in for DME using your Magic Bands! Hey, wait... ORLANDO, FL -- Disney has provided free transportation to its Walt Disney World resort guests through its "Disney's Magical Express" buses for over 75 years [Note: check this figure before publishing], but something new is on the horizon. Beginning this Fall, guests will have the option to obtain a Fastpass for the service. "It's a perfect option for our guests," Disney spokesperson Jun Disney (no relation) tells Uncle Walt's Insider. "Most ...
June 13, 2018 by Marty in Florida
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Mr. & Mrs. Abram Grant and new houseguest. Portrait photography by pxhere [CC BY 2.0] & villains.wikia.com.

Hitchhiking ghost actually follows family home

"We always thought that 'a ghost will follow you home' line was just a joke." ST. GEORGE, UT -- The Haunted Mansion ride at Disneyland Park has been giving guests light-hearted scares since it opened in 1969. After entering the house through a mysterious stretching room, guests board "doom buggies" which take them through the mansion, meeting ghouls and ghosts along the way. But for one Utah family, the creepiness didn't end when they exited the ride. "There's a part at the end ...
May 30, 2018 by Marty in California
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The Disney Magic totally for real on Bay Lake. Photo by Brandon Randall, used and modified by permission, and Pjotr Mahhonin [CC BY-SA 4.0] via Wikimedia Commons.

Disney Cruise Line to offer Bay Lake itinerary

Experience the undiscovered magic of Bay Lake! PORT CANAVERAL, FL -- In a highly anticipated announcement earlier this week, Disney Cruise Line released their 2019 itineraries. In addition to the now traditional Caribbean, Bahamas, Alaska, and European itineraries, one new location was announced that has generated a lot of conversation. Disney will become the first cruise line ever to call on the port of Bay Lake, Florida! Disney spokesperson Jun Disney (no relation) read a prepared statement announcing the new itineraries: "We at ...
May 29, 2018 by X in Florida, Other
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More money, less time with your family! Photo by Roosewelt Pinheiro [CC BY 3.0 br] via Wikimedia Commons & kingdommagictravel.com.

Adventures by Disney: new “A Wrinkle in Time” Experience

Want to get away from it all, and then get right back to it? Looking to spend as little quality time with family as possible? CELEBRATION, FL -- Adventures by Disney has quickly become the go-to organization for well-planned vacations, particularly for families who are either too wealthy for their own good or too lazy to do research and book trips on their own. After some success with longer excursions, Disney recognized that many families do not actually want to spend much ...
May 11, 2018 by Walt in World
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