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A Sensational Star-Spangled Celebration Set for Walt Disney World Resort Guests July 3-4

Guests can rock their patriotic Disney Side at Walt Disney World Resort on July 3 and 4 to celebrate Independence Day. With themed souvenirs, characters adorned in festive attire and breathtaking fireworks bursting in air, it is a magical two-day celebration to honor America’s birthday.

Patriotic firework displays light up the sky the evenings of July 3 and 4:

  • A 14-minute fireworks spectacular rockets into the air above Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom both nights at 10 p.m. with “Disney’s Celebrate America! A Fourth of July Concert in the Sky.”
  • At Disney’s Hollywood Studios, the “Coolest Summer Ever” Dance Party leads up to a “Rockin’ Fourth of July Celebration” fireworks show, a pyrotechnic, rock ‘n roll trip across America, where the DJ kicks things off at 5:45 p.m. and keeps the party going until fireworks time at 10:15 p.m.
  • Epcot’s awe-inspiring nighttime spectacular “Illuminations: Reflections of Earth” features a special finale with a bit of red, white and blue flare at 9 p.m. on July 3 and 4.

Epcot features a few additional fanfare festivities on July 4 to add to the flag-waving spirit of the holiday. The Voices of Liberty perform a Fourth of July concert at the America Gardens Theatre at 12:30, 1:45, and 3 p.m., and in the American Adventure pavilion at 4:15 and 5 p.m. The celebration proceeds on a high note with the Sounds Like Summer concert series onstage at the America Gardens Theatre featuring “Don’t Look Back – A Boston Tribute Band,” with performances at 5:15, 6:30, 7:45 and 9 p.m. Special patriotic character greetings also are available at various times throughout the day.

Independence Day festivities cannot be complete without a few star-spangled souvenirs, including USA shirts, trading pins and red, white and blue socks. A few festive treats also will be available in various merchandise locations.

The Fourth of July fun continues at the Walt Disney World resort hotels. They will host patriotic poolside activities throughout the day for resort guests, including Fourth of July-themed crafts and games, pool parties and movies under the stars at select resorts.

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Photos: Indiana Jones Themed ‘The Hangar’ Construction at Downtown Disney

Take a look at some photos of the ongoing construction of the Indiana Jones themed lounge, ‘The Hangar’.  It is located between Paradiso 37 & The Boathouse Restaurant.

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Zuri’s Sweets Shop Now Open at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Guests can take their taste buds on a mouth-watering safari with a visit to Zuri’s Sweets Shop at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. This new merchandise location at Harambe Market in the Africa section of the park offers an assortment of wild new treats and eats.

Zuri’s Sweets Shop features 80 exclusive food items inspired by the sights, sounds and flavors of Africa. Guests can purchase themed decorative candy apples, assorted bulk trail mixes, uniquely flavored chocolate bars and delectable popcorn with a touch of African spices. Guests with a taste for barbeque also can find the signature sweet and spicy sauce from the park’s popular Flame Tree Barbecue.

This unique location also includes a colorful confectionary case filled with a variety of candies and baked treats. Guests with a sweet tooth will be thrilled to find tiger-shaped sugar cookies, elephant-shaped caramel apples and colorful giraffe marshmallow pops alongside Disney confectionary classics, such as Mickey Mouse chocolate chip cookies and tasty chocolate fudge.

In addition to the festive themed food items, Zuri’s Sweets Shop also offers items for the home, such as decorative “Blessing Baskets” and African-inspired dinnerware and décor.

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2016 Walt Disney World Resort Vacation Packages Now Available

The 2016 Walt Disney Travel Company vacation packages for the Walt Disney World® Resort are now available.

If interested, Contact Travel Agents, Scott and Becky Donahue, of Wish Upon a Star With Us to plan and book your vacation.

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Photos: Cinderella Castle Hub Construction Update

The Cinderella Castle hub area is edging closer to being completely finished with a few more areas left to complete.  Take a look around the area to see the progress of the construction.  Once completed this area will look amazing and be able to be better utilized by all visitors.

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Photos: Downtown Disney Construction Update

Take a look at some of the ongoing construction taking place as Downtown Disney transforms into Disney Springs.

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Pedestrian Walkway Near Marketplace Entrance

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5 Things to Skip at Disney World to Cut Costs

Take a look at some ways to cut costs at Disney World from Yahoo News.

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Photos: Super Hero Headquarters at Downtown Disney

Take a look at some photos of the Super Hero Headquarters Store at Downtown Disney.

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Future of Disney World: Rides, lands and more on tap

Many areas of Walt Disney World Resort spent months of 2014 and early 2015 under construction.

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Eat to the Beat of Top Pop Bands during 20th Epcot International Food & Wine Festival

Four new Eat to the Beat musical acts join 18 fan-favorite bands for a rockin’ lineup of pop hit makers tuned up to celebrate the 20th Epcot International Food & Wine Festival Sept. 25-Nov. 16 at Walt Disney World Resort.

New-to-the-festival acts – Tiffany, Everclear, Maxi Priest and Chaka Khan — and 18 returning acts including Jo Dee Messina, Rick Springfield and The Pointer Sisters will rock the America Gardens Theatre stage during concerts at 5:30, 6:45 and 8 p.m. daily. The lineup (subject to change and included in Epcot admission) includes:

  • Sept. 25-27   David Cook “The Time of My Life”
  • Sept. 28-29   Wilson Phillips “Hold On”
  • Sept. 30-Oct. 1   Christopher Cross “Sailing”
  • Oct. 2-4   STARSHIP starring Mickey Thomas “We Built This City”
  • Oct. 5-7   Smash Mouth “Walkin’ On the Sun”
  • Oct. 8-9   The Pointer Sisters “I’m So Excited”
  • Oct. 10-11   38 Special “Caught Up in You”
  • Oct. 12-13   Rick Springfield “Jessie’s Girl”
  • Oct. 14-16   Sugar Ray “Fly”
  • Oct. 17-18   S.O.S. Band “Take Your Time (Do It Right)”
  • Oct. 19-21   Air Supply “All Out of Love”
  • Oct. 22-23   Fuel “Shimmer”
  • Oct. 24-25   NEW! Tiffany “I Think We’re Alone Now”
  • Oct. 26-28   Dennis DeYoung, original member of the group STYX “Come Sail Away”
  • Oct. 29-30   Jo Dee Messina “Lesson in Leavin’”
  • Oct. 31-Nov. 1   NEW! Everclear “Santa Monica”
  • Nov. 2-4   Boyz II Men “End of the Road”
  • Nov. 5-6   Sister Hazel “All For You”
  • Nov. 7-9   Big Bad Voodoo Daddy “Go Daddy-O”
  • Nov. 10-12   Hanson “I Will Come to You”
  • Nov. 13-14   NEW! Maxi Priest “Close to You”
  • Nov. 15-16   NEW! Chaka Kahn “I Feel for You”

(Songs listed are for artist recognition only and may not be included in the concert play list)

Guests also can sip and nosh their way around the World Showcase and watch performers from many countries weave music, dance, acrobatics, comedy and other acts into the festivities. A sampling of World Showcase entertainment includes:

  • Contemporary twist to Scottish folk music by the Paul McKenna Band (United Kingdom pavilion)
  • Classic American pop hits performed a cappella by American Music Machine (America Gardens Theatre)
  • Perfect harmony of Voices of Liberty (American Adventure rotunda)
  • Infectious beat of internationally acclaimed Mariachi Cobre (Mexico pavilion)
  • Retro British hits by British Revolution (United Kingdom pavilion)
  • Jaw-dropping stunts by The Jeweled Dragon Acrobats (China pavilion)
  • Hilarious antics of World Showcase Players (United Kingdom pavilion)

“IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth,” lights up the World Showcase with lasers, music and fireworks to provide a “wow” ending to each festival evening. Visit EpcotFoodFestival.com and watch for festival updates.

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