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It’s time for you to get their art on during the fourth Epcot® International Festival of the Arts! They can step inside the new life-sized frames of Van Gogh’s famous Café Terrace at Night or Sunflowers paintings to star in an Artful Photo Op; taste culinary wonders at the 12 festival Food Studios, presenting artfully crafted dishes and libations; watch uber-talented artists at work, then take home their favorite pieces; and they can grab a seat for an unforgettable complimentary performance of the Disney on Broadway Concert Series.

It’s all happening now through Feb. 24 at this fourth annual Epcot festival celebrating the visual, culinary and performing arts. You can even exercise your own artistic talent at multiple interactive exhibits and workshops. Guests can bring their families for fun-filled activities like Figment’s Brush with the Masters scavenger hunt, Animation Academy at America Gardens Theatre and the Expression Section: Paint-by-Number wall muralin Future World. They can interact with the Epcot Living Statues (laughs guaranteed!) in Future World East, and marvel at acrobatic performances of the Art Defying Gravity troupe at the World Showcase Plaza stage. 

For a primo photo session at some of the festival’s most popular stops, you can step into life-sized versions of famous paintings like those of Van Gogh, Edvard Munch and Leonardo da Vinci. There’s an homage to artist Frida Kahlo at the Mexico pavilion, and they’ll want to jump into the Peter Pan Storybook photo-op before posing with Washington Crossing the Delaware. They can silly with the kids at the Green Landing Family Play Zone. And they can also go Broadway each evening for a show-stopping performance at the America Gardens Theatre — here’s the talent lineup for the Disney on Broadway Concert Series: 

• Jan. 17, 20, 21 and 24 – Kissy Simmons and Alton Fitzgerald White (“The Lion King”)
• Jan. 18, 19, 22 and 23 – Heidi Blickenstaff (“The Little Mermaid”) and Gavin Lee (“Mary Poppins”)
• Jan. 25 – Special performance featuring Simmons, White, Blickenstaff and Lee
• Jan. 26, 28, 29; Feb. 1, 2, 5 and 6 – Kara Lindsay (“Newsies”) and Kevin Massey (“Tarzan”)
• Jan. 27, 30, 31, Feb. 3, 4, 7 and 8 – Liana Hunt (“Newsies”) and Adam Jacobs (“Aladdin”)
• Feb. 9 – Special performance featuring Lindsay, Massey, Hunt and Jacobs
• Feb. 10, 12, 13, 18, 19, 22 and 23 – Ashley Brown (“Mary Poppins”) and Josh Strickland (“Tarzan”)
• Feb. 11, 14, 15, 16, 17, 20 and 21 – Syndee Winters (“The Lion King”) and Michael James Scott (“Aladdin”)
• Feb. 24 – Special performance featuring Brown, Strickland, Winters and Scott

Margaritaville Hotel Orlando, located near Walt Disney World® Resort, is now part of the Walt Disney World Good Neighbor Hotel program. Guests staying in one of Margaritaville Hotel Orlando’s 184 guestrooms have access to everything at Margaritaville Resort Orlando including the onsite Sunset Walk retail center, the fitness center, multiple pools and much more. Please note that this does not include the Island H2O Live! water park. Guests can also take Margaritaville Resort Orlando transportation to the Walt Disney World Ticket and Transportation Center, where they can access Walt Disney World transportation to theme parks and more. 

You can take advantage of the Margaritaville Resort Introductory Offer that includes a discounted package price for arrival dates from Jan. 19 through Dec. 31, 2020. Please note that blockout dates may apply and the booking window ends Feb. 26, 2020.

There’s no doubt that dining is a major part of any Walt Disney World vacation. While attractions may take the number one spot of things most important, dining is a close number two. But it’s not just any dining. It’s dessert dining. Breakfast, lunch and dinner can be yummy but what really get me motivated are the desserts!

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Are you ready to join the Resistance and battle the First Order? The time has come! With Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance opening tomorrow, Jan. 17, at the Disneyland Resort®, now is the time to uncover new specialty bites and unique merchandise offerings in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. Here’s what’s coming for those brave enough to take on Supreme Leader Kylo Ren. 

Traveling to space can be a chilling experience. Starting on Jan. 17, you can stop by Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo and Ronto Roasters for a warm cup of Black Spire Hot Chocolate topped with shimmering whipped cream. If the Force guides you to try something cooler, then they can head to the Milk Stand for Blue Milk and Green Milk. While there, they can taste the new Toydaria Swirl. Their favorite Green Milk is taking on a new mission with swirls of savory chili lime seasoning and mango jelly—a refreshing alternative. 

Lastly, a day spent on Batuu would not be complete without trying the new Galma Garlic Puffed Cheese Chips. You can try this intergalactic delight at any of the Jat Kaa’s Coolers located throughout the Black Spire Outpost. And don’t forget, you can skip the line and order in advance with mobile ordering on the Disneyland app.* Mobile ordering is available for Docking Bay 7 Food & Cargo, Ronto Roasters and the Milk Stand.

You can show that they’re #ResistanceReady with merchandise inspired by Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance. The cosmic collection includes tees, a tumbler, a baseball cap and an exclusive trading pin. Any member of the Resistance will notice the iconic starbird symbol proudly displayed on these items.

If you are inclined to support the First Order with their mission to win the hearts and minds of locals within Batuu, the First Order Short-Range Evacuation Vehicle Play Set is for them. The play set features a First Order transport with its own R5-series astromech droid and can be found at First Order Cargo.

With these new tasty bites and specialty merchandise offerings, you will be ready to officially join the fight for the galaxy. 

All merchandise is subject to availability.
*Mobile ordering is subject to restrictions and change without notice.  Message, data and roaming rates may apply to the use of the Disneyland app. Availability subject to handset limitations and features may vary by handset or service provider. Coverage and app stores not available everywhere. Parents’ permission is required for those under 18.

Disney H2O Glow Nights are returning to Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon® for a third season! Inspired by the popular Toy Story Toon, “Partysaurus Rex,” this exclusive after-hours party would make a perfect addition to your Walt Disney World vacation this summer. Tickets for 2020 dates are on sale now!

From meeting favorite Toy Story 4 characters to trying specially themed food and beverage menu items, there is so much for you to do and see at Disney H2O Glow Nights. You can show off your dance moves during a high-energy DJ-hosted dance party, shop for exclusive event merchandise, enjoy Typhoon Lagoon’s attractions with shorter wait times and more. They will also receive a festive glow wristband upon their arrival! 

Disney H2O Glow Nights will take place between 8 – 11 p.m. on select nights from May 27 to August 29, 2020. Guests attending the party can enter Typhoon Lagoon as early as 6 p.m. on event nights. 

Disney H2O Glow Nights tickets start at $65 for adults (plus tax) and $60 for children ages 3-9 (plus tax) in advance. On event days, tickets are $75 for adults (plus tax) and $70 for children (plus tax) at the gate, if available. 

Are you going to Disney with kids? Getting everyone ready to go on a big trip can be tough, but these tips will help ensure that the whole family has fun on vacation.

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With the Oscar nominations announcement, movies like Avengers: Endgame, The Rise of Skywalker, Toy Story 4, and The Lion King earned some well-deserved recognition. What are some Academy Award-winning movies coming to Disney’s streaming platform? What movies are already available for binge-watching? Here’s what we know about Disney+ and its content.

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When Disney bought Lucasfilm for $4 billion in 2012, little did it know it would need to reboot Star Wars less than a decade later.

Story lines involving beloved characters George Lucas first introduced in 1977 wrapped up in December’s Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, forcing Disney to figure out what to do with its sci-fi saga.

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With over 100 retail stores, over 60 places to indulge your taste buds, and unique experiences, Disney Springs® continues to be the ultimate destination for you to shop, dine, and play or as we would like to say—happily whatever you’re after.  2020 is off to an amazing start as Disney Springs® gears up for an incredible line-up of anticipated openings including City Works Eatery & Pour House, Ample Hills Creamery, Cirque du Soleil, and M&M’S. They have added another announcement to the list—boutique jewelry brand, Rustic Cuff, will soon open a pop-up retail store at Disney Springs!

This new accessory destination specializes in beautiful statement cuffs with a focus on inspirational designs and personal connection. The brand will also feature a wide selection of beads, bangles, charm bracelets and colorful stackable accent pieces personalization options like names, monograms, and favorite quotes. “We couldn’t be more excited to be a part of this special resort location that echoes everything that inspires us to dream,” said boutique founder, Jill Donovan.

The store is set to open for a limited time in the coming weeks and will be located across from Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar. 

As every good Disney superfan knows, no dining experience is complete without some solid Mickey kitchenware. Well, Disney just dropped some new utensils and bakeware and they’re just as fun as you’d hope.

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