Since the removal of the Sorcerer’s Hat icon from the center of the park, “The Great Movie Ride” is once again the centerpiece of Disney’s Hollywood Studios.
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The Many Lives of Geppetto’s Pets by Sam Allen
This year, Walt Disney’s “Pinocchio” celebrates the 75th anniversary of its original release. Based on a novel by Italian author Carlo Collodi, Disney’s second animated feature may not have a ride at Walt Disney World, but it is featured predominantly in the heart of Fantasyland.
All Star Troublemakers by Sam Allen
Disney’s All Star Sports Resort, the original Walt Disney World Value Resort, celebrates the many forms of athletic competition. Each section of the hotel’s ground features larger than life icons inspired by a different sport including football, baseball, surfing, basketball and tennis.
Catching Frozen Fever by Sam Allen
This weekend is Labor Day for those of us in the United States, which is generally considered the end of the summer season. This year, the holiday also marks the final day of the “Frozen Summer Fun” event at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.
A Visit to Pixie Hollow by Sam Allen
Ever since she appeared in 1953’s “Peter Pan,” Tinker Bell has become one of the most iconic members of the Disney animation family. Inspired by live action reference footage of actress Margaret Kerry, Legendary Disney animator Marc Davis’ interpretation of James M. Barie’s fairy character immediately struck a chord with audiences.
Back to School at Monsters University by Sam Allen
With summer coming to a close, many students are focused (whether they like it or not) on going back to school. This seems like an appropriate time to look back at Disney/Pixar’s 2013 prequel “Monsters University,” which took a look back at Mike Wazowski and Sulley’s college days.
Having a Ball at The Grand Floridian by Sam Allen
Walt Disney World’s resorts, much like its theme parks, have an amazing ability to transport you to another place and time. Entering the enormous Victorian atrium that is home to the lobby of Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa, for example, one gets an overwhelming feeling not unlike Cinderella must have felt arriving at the royal ball.
A Crossroads for Hollywood Studios by Sam Allen
Anyone who’s been there knows the layout of Disney’s Hollywood Studios can be a bit confusing to navigate, especially in the park’s backlot areas. Fortunately, Disney realized this and placed a series of signs around the park to direct guests towards any location they might be trying to find.
VIDEO – Tsum Tsum Tuesday: Aladdin and Disneyland 60th Monorail Eachez Vinylmation Unbloxing
We are excited to announce our friends, Adrian and Kara, will begin to share their Disney experiences with our readers. Their latest video focuses on Tsum Tsums.
Tsum Tsum Tuesday is here with Aladdin! Today we picked up the complete Tsum set and also preordered a new limited edition Doll! We also have a Disneyland 60th Anniversary Monorail eachez! What will we get!?
How to Avoid What Frozen Things Do in Summer: Top 5 Tips to Keep Cool by Kate Melody
Let’s face it, summer in Orlando is hot, very hot. Just to make it more interesting, Mother Nature adds a hair curling dose of humidity. But for families with school age children, summer may be the only time of year they can make a visit to Walt Disney World. While it is definitely going to be hot, I have some tips and tricks to make it more manageable.
#1 – Schedule your day to avoid the heat. Try to do your park touring during the cooler hours of the day. By getting up early and arriving before park opening, not only do you beat the crowds, but you get to enjoy the park before it heats up for the day. You can accomplish a lot in those first few hours, and your melting will be at a minimum. Ideally, return to your hotel for an afternoon break during the heat of the day, then return to the park around dinner time when the summer sun and temperature are starting to go down. If you are going to be in the parks during the midday, plan your attraction times care¬fully. Plan to enjoy indoor (hint: air-conditioned) attractions or queues between the hours of noon and 4pm. Good examples include: the Monsters Inc. Laugh Floor and Mickey’s Philharmagic at Magic Kingdom, The American Adventure in Epcot, The Voyage of the Little Mermaid or Star Tours at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, or Finding Nemo – The Musical at Disney’s Animal Kingdom.
#2 – Hit the pool! All Walt Disney World Resort hotels have beautiful pools for Guests. Return to your hotel in the afternoon to cool off in your resort pool. A nice swim and a rest will renew and fresh you and you’ll be ready to head back into the parks in the evening for more Disney magic.
#3 – Stay hydrated with FREE ice water. Any quick service location at Walt Disney World will give you a free glass of ice water on request. It is easy to get dehydrated in the Orlando heat, and things like soda not only can be costly, but they don’t rehydrated you very well. I often bring a reusable water bottle and fill it with my free ice water. If you don’t like the taste of water, bring some powdered drink mix to add to your bottle!
#4 – Keep cool with a misting fan! These fans can be purchased throughout the parks, but save yourself some money and purchase one at home. They can easily be found at places like Target and Walmart for less than $10. We let our kids decorate theirs with sharpie markers and stickers so they had that fun Disney theme to them. Be sure to pack extra batteries because you’ll be surprised how much little kids can use them. They are really good for just keeping little people entertained too.
#5 – Cooling towels are amazing and feel great. After the Tinker Bell Half Marathon, Disney handed out these small cooling cloths, and now I pack one for all of my races. You may have seen them on television or in sporting goods stores. You get them wet, then snap them open to make them cool. They do feel quite cool and on your face and the back of your neck and really are very refreshing. You can also find them on Amazon for less than $10
So while it will be hot, a little advance planning can make your summer Walt Disney World Vacation more enjoyable. Use one or all of these tips and you are sure to keep your cool!
