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Photos from Around Walt Disney World – July Edition

Take a look at some photos from around Walt Disney World from the month of July.

Backstage at Magic Kingdom for 4th of July Fireworks. This area is opened up on major holidays to help alleviate the crowds around the Castle hub.

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Bathrooms that were open at Epcot’s World Showcase between the Canada & UK Pavilions.

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Bathrooms were to the right of this building.

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Nice running sign at Beach Club

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Creating Oswald Cells at Disney’s Hollywood Studios Magic of Animation Building.

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Walt Disney World even sells the name Coke bottles.  Plus our dog’s nickname is Buddy!!

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This was a welcome sight as there were plenty of tour groups around the parks.

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Planters help break up the concrete at Magic Kingdom’s bus stop

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Another Running Trail sign, this one at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort

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And lets end with my favorite photo from July.  A look from our doorway at Disney’s Port Orleans French Quarter Resort at Dusk.

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Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Salutes U.S. Military with Special Tickets, Room Rates in 2014-2015

Walt Disney World Resort in Florida and the Disneyland Resort in California are bursting with new attractions and entertainment for the entire family – and America’s military personnel can experience the fun through special theme park tickets and special pricing for accommodations.

At Walt Disney World Resort – from Aug. 25, 2014, through Sept. 30, 2015, active and retired U.S. military personnel (including active and retired members of the United States Coast Guard, National Guard and Reservists) or their spouses can purchase:

Disney 4-Day Military Promotional Tickets with Park Hopper Option for $177 each, plus tax
Disney 4-Day Military Promotional Tickets with Water Park Fun and More Option for $177 each, plus tax
Disney 4-Day Military Promotional Tickets with Park Hopper and Water Park Fun and More Options for $207 each, plus tax

Walt Disney World tickets may be used Sept. 28, 2014, through Oct. 3, 2015, except that the tickets may not be used Dec. 22, 2014 through Jan. 2, 2015 and Mar. 29 through April 9, 2015.

At the Disneyland Resort – from Aug. 25, 2014, through Oct. 1, 2015, active and retired U.S. military personnel (including active and retired members of the United States Coast Guard, National Guard and Reservists) or their spouses can purchase:

Disney Military Promotional 3-Day Park Hopper Tickets for $132 each

Disneyland tickets may be used Sept. 28, 2014, through Oct. 3, 2015, except that the tickets may not be used Dec. 25, 2014 through Jan. 4, 2015 and Mar. 29 through April 9, 2015.

Active and retired U.S. military personnel can purchase Disney Military Promotional Tickets for themselves and up to five additional family members or friends. No more than six Disney Military Promotional Tickets may be purchased by any eligible member of the U.S. military (or spouse) pursuant to this offer. All tickets and options are non-transferable and must be used by Oct. 3, 2015.

Active and retired U.S. military personnel can also take advantage of specially priced rooms at select Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort hotels.* This offer is valid for stays most nights from Sept. 28, 2014, through Oct. 3, 2015, except for:

Nov. 27 – Nov. 29, 2014
Dec. 24 – Dec. 31, 2014
Mar. 30 – April 4, 2015

For information regarding Disney 4-Day Military Promotional Tickets for admission to the Walt Disney World Resort, or to make room reservations at the Walt Disney World Resort, military personnel may call 407-939-7830 or participating U.S. military base ticket offices. For information regarding Disney 3-Day Military Promotional Tickets for admission to the Disneyland Resort, or to make room reservations at the Disneyland Resort, military personnel may call 714-520-7088 or participating U.S. military base ticket offices. Information is also available at disneymilitaryoffers.com.

Offer Details:

Disney Military Promotional Tickets may be purchased at participating U.S. military sales outlets ONLY by Eligible Service Members (defined below) or their spouses (but not both), for use by themselves and other family members and friends, as provided herein. These Tickets may not be otherwise transferred, distributed or resold.

“Eligible Service Members” are active or retired members of the U.S. military, including the National Guard, Reservists and the U.S. Coast Guard.

The actual prices charged at the individual U.S. military base ticket offices for Disney Military Promotional Tickets may be less than the prices set forth above.

Participating military sales outlets must require that Eligible Service Members (or their spouses) present valid military identification to purchase Disney Military Promotional Tickets.

Disney 4-Day Military Promotional Tickets for admission to the Walt Disney World Resort are not valid until activated by the Eligible Service Members (or their spouses) at Walt Disney World theme park ticket windows. Tickets and options expire and may not be used after Oct. 3, 2015. Valid military identification will be required for purchase and use.

Disney 3-Day Military Promotional Tickets for admission to the Disneyland Resort expire and may not be used after Oct. 3, 2015. Valid military identification will be required for purchase and use.

No more than six (6) Disney Military Promotional Tickets may be purchased and (if applicable) activated by any Eligible Service Member or spouse (regardless of the place of purchase and whether purchased by that person or that person’s spouse). In addition, one of the six (6) Tickets purchased must be used by the Eligible Service Member or his/her spouse.

Each Disney Military Promotional Ticket must be used by the same person on any and all days.

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Reservations for Epcot International Food & Wine Festival Premium Events Open July 31

Guests can enhance their culinary adventure with a variety of top-tier experiences at the Epcot® International Food & Wine Festival returning to the Walt Disney World® Resort Sept 19-Nov. 10, 2014.

From wine pairings and seminars to culinary demonstrations and signature dining experiences, separately-ticketed Premium Events take guests on an unforgettable journey of cuisine and culture.

Premium Events

New Premium Events for 2014:

  • Dining Through the Decades, A Tribute to Walt Disney (Oct. 24) $99 or $119 per person
  • Experience Puerto Rico – The All Star Island (Sept. 20) $99 per person
  • Epcot International Food & Wine Festival – Boot Camp Series Interactive Epicurean Adventure (Sept. 21, Oct. 5, 12, 19, Nov. 2) $119 per person
  • Food for Thought (Fridays, plus Saturday, Oct. 11) $169 per person
  • Mediterranean Food & Wine Pairing (Wednesdays) $55 per person
  • Italian White Truffle & Wine Pairing Dinner (Oct. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30) $295 per person

 

Popular Returning Events:

  • Parisian Breakfast (Saturdays) $39 per person
  • “3D” Disney’s Dessert Discovery (Oct. 3, 10, 17) $59 or $99 per person
  • Culinary Adventures in Signature Dining (more than 20 dinners throughout the festival; prices vary)
  • Shake and Indulge Like the French Featuring Grand Marnier (Saturdays beginning Sept. 27) $55 per person
  • Cheese Seminars (Saturdays) $79 per person
  • Party for the Senses (Oct. 4, 11, 18 and Nov. 1) $149, $189 or $299 per person
  • Party for the Senses Featuring Disney Chefs from Around the World (Oct. 25) $149, $189 or $299 per person
  • Food & Wine Pairings (Tuesdays and Thursdays) $55 per person
  • Sunday Mornings With… (Sundays) $99 per person

Plus, guests can also enjoy Italian and French pairings and lunches, a Japan “Hibachi Experience,” and a Mexican tequila lunch, as well as popular Culinary Demonstrations ($15), Mixology Seminars ($15) and Wine Seminars ($15).

Reservations for Premium Events open July 31, 2014.

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Astro Orbiter & People Mover Construction Photos

Take a look at the construction photos around the Astro Orbiter and People Mover rides at Magic Kingdom.

The People Mover refurbishment is set to be completed by August 4, 2014 and the Astro Orbiter construction will continue through September 19, 2014.

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Walt Disney World Resort Benefits – Extra Magic Hours

Experience more magic with Extra Magic Hours! Each day one of the parks offers extended hours so guests of select Walt Disney World Resort hotels can enjoy select attractions beyond the standard operating schedule. Learn more about the special benefits that will make your Resort stay magical here: http://di.sn/jkc

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Photos – Downtown Disney Marketplace Co-Op ‘Cherry Tree Lane’ Section

Take a look at the Cherry Tree Lane Section of the newly opened Marketplace Co-Op. Cherry Tree Lane features accessories for the sophisticated woman with a passion for scarves, shoes, bags and jewelry.

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19th Epcot International Food & Wine Festival Premium Event Reservations Open July 31, 2014

Foodies and festival fans can fire up their phones at 7 a.m. on July 31, 2014, to begin booking premium events slated for the 19th annual Epcot International Food & Wine Festival Sept. 19-Nov. 10. During this year’s 53-day food, wine, beer and cocktail extravaganza – Epcot’s longest food and wine festival ever — guests can choose from a variety of special culinary and beverage programs like the popular Party for the Senses grand tasting experience and the new “Boot Camp Series” epicurean adventure. These special events have proven to be extremely popular and availability is limited. Guests can book:

• NEW! Dining Through the Decades, A Tribute to Walt Disney (Oct. 24) $99 pp or $119 pp

• NEW! Experience Puerto Rico – The All Star Island (Sept. 20) $99 pp

• NEW! Epcot International Food & Wine Festival — Boot Camp Series interactive epicurean adventure (Sept. 21, Oct. 5, 12, 19, Nov. 2) $119 pp

• NEW! Food for Thought (Fridays, plus Saturday Oct. 11) $169 pp

• NEW! Mediterranean Food & Wine Pairing (Wednesdays) $55 pp

• NEW! Italian White Truffle & Wine Pairing Dinner (Oct. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30) $295 pp

• Parisian Breakfast (Saturdays) $39 pp

• “3D” Disney’s Dessert Discovery (Oct. 3, 10 and 17) $59 or $99 pp

• Culinary Adventures in Signature Dining
(more than 20 dinners throughout the festival; prices vary)

• Shake and Indulge Like the French Featuring Grand Marnier (Saturdays beginning Sept. 27) $55 pp

• Cheese Seminars (Saturdays) $79 pp

• Party for the Senses (Oct. 4, 11, 18 and Nov. 1) $149, $189 or $299 pp

• Party for the Senses Featuring Disney Chefs from Around the World (Oct. 25) $149, $189 or $299 pp

• Food & Wine Pairings (Tuesdays and Thursdays) $55 pp

• Sunday Mornings With . . . (Sundays) $99 pp

Additional special events slated will include Italian and French pairings and lunches, a Japan “Hibachi Experience” and a Mexican tequila lunch. Guests also can book special festival experiences including daily Culinary Demonstrations ($15), Mixology Seminars ($15) and Wine Seminars ($15). To make reservations, call 407/WDW-FEST (939-3378). Inside-the-park festival dining experiences as well as culinary and beverage programs require park admission fees. Premium event programming and details will be posted July 24 at epcotfoodfestival.com.

Guests can book seminars and demos, Party for the Senses and Disney’s 3-D Dessert Discovery at epcotfoodfestival.com.

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Walt Disney World Resort Benefits – Extra Magic Hours

Experience more magic with Extra Magic Hours! Each day one of the parks offers extended hours so guests of select Walt Disney World Resort hotels can enjoy select attractions beyond the standard operating schedule. Learn more about the special benefits that will make your Resort stay magical here: http://di.sn/jkc

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Video – Experience Harambe Nights at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Take a look at how the Harambe Theatre inside Disney’s Animal Kingdom is transformed from day to night, as the stage is set for “The Lion King — Concert in the Wild.” Experience this amazing show for yourself: http://di.sn/pdn

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A Walt Disney World Vacation is Always More Fun with Friends — Darth Vader

A Walt Disney World Vacation Is Always More Fun with Friends.

Experience an epic vacation like no other with four awesome theme parks, new attractions, cool pools, hotels for every budget and cutting-edge technology—so you can share the magic with your friends.

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