Disney and Orlando theme park summer tips and tricks

July 25, 2011 by

Theme park tips for summer time

It’s the middle of the summer season here in Orlando, Florida. Summer is the busiest time of the year for Walt Disney world, Universal Studios and SeaWorld. Heck for everything down here.

So I thought I’d give you some tips and tricks you can use if your visiting the theme parks this summer in Orlando. It’s the hottest time of the year with temperatures in the 90’s each and every day.

Because of that make sure you put on plenty of sunscreen. Even cloudy days will give you a sunburn that will surprise you. Put it on your face, arms and shoulders if nothing else.
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The Disney vacation club timeshares

July 18, 2011 by

The Disney vacation Club time shares

The Disney Vacation Club is similar to a timeshare program, but it’s so much more! You become a member of the club by purchasing a real estate interest in a Disney Vacation Club Resort.

You choose the dates of your vacations, the length of your vacations, the type of accommodations you want, and where you want to go. The program is very flexible, and you’ll get extra perks, too. For example, you’ll get discounts on annual passes for theme parks.

Where can you go as a member of The Disney Vacation Club? Of course, all the Disney properties are included: Disneyland in California, Disney World in Orlando, Disneyland Paris, Disneyland Hong Kong, and Tokyo Disneyland.
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The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh ride review at Disney

July 12, 2011 by

The many adventures of Winnie the Pooh ride at Disney

Once again it’s time for another Walt Disney World ride review! Today it’s The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh ride inside Disney’s Magic Kingdom.

Guests of all ages can enjoy this attraction, but the ride is especially geared toward younger children. Four guests at a time ride in Pooh’s hunny pot for a trip through the pages of Winnie the Pooh’s most popular adventures.

You’ll get to see the whole gang from Winnie the Pooh – Owl, Eeyore, Kanga, Roo, Tigger, Rabbit, and Gopher.
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Disney’s magic kingdom show, Dream Along with Mickey

July 3, 2011 by

Dream along with Mickey show at Disney

Dream-Along with Mickey can be enjoyed at Fantasyland’s Castle Stage in the Disney Magic Kingdom park. This is an amazing musical show that everyone will enjoy, regardless of age.

The outdoor event features favorite characters such as Cinderella, Snow White, Prince Charming, Peter Pan, Captain Hook, Aurora, Donald Duck, Goofy, Minnie, and of course, Mickey.

There’s also a troupe of professional dancers performing with the characters. And, of course, all this is done with the splendor of the castle in the background.
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Walt Disney World’s Haunted Mansion ride at The Magic Kingdom review

June 27, 2011 by

Disney's Haunted Mansion ride review

It’s time for another one of my theme park ride reviews! Today I’ll give a quick review of an old classic, Disney’s Haunted Mansion ride in the Magic Kingdom theme park.

Located at Liberty Square in the Magic Kingdom in Orlando, this is a definite must-see for all ages. Actually, this is more than a “must see” – it’s more of a “must experience.”

Disney’s Haunted Mansion ride takes place in a large colonial manor, complete with wall sconces, cobwebs, caskets, eerie background music, screams, statues, moans, and plenty of creaks. There are also “cold spots,” so several of your senses are bombarded by the ghostly experience.
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New Disney Star Tours 2 ride youtube video

June 21, 2011 by

Hi everyone! I’ve been busy with summer stuff here in Orlando, going to the parks and so on, work work you know! One thing I did recently is go to the new Star Tours 2 ride at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

As you may know they just got done re-doing the ride, making it better. I have to say they did a great job and the 3D video you see in the simulator really is much better than the old one.

You get to go to many more places and do more things. The Star Tours 2 youtube video above gives you some of the highlights of what you see on the ride. It looks much more real on the ride as it’s 3D, your moving around and the background scenery is more realistic then in this one.

But this gives you an idea of what you can look forward to when you go on the ride. So check out this Star Tours 2 youtube video and get a taste of what you’ll be experiencing once you go! :)

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Walt Disney World’s Lake Buena Vista golf course

June 12, 2011 by

Walt Disney World Lake Buena Vista golf course

There are many golf courses to choose from in Orlando, Florida. Walt Disney World has several great ones. In fact they have some of the best golf courses around, some which host classic games.

If you’re visiting Orlando and want to get your golf game on, check out Disney’s Lake Buena Vista Golf Course. The course received a four-star rating form Golf Digest, so you know it has to be awesome.

The fairways and greens are meticulously maintained, and they’re beautiful, too. Included are lakes, forested areas, villas, and canals. Bunkered greens, winding fairways, and islands create a course that’s both fun and challenging. This course is so amazing that it’s been the site for numerous USGA, PGA, and LPGA events. You can play where the pros play!
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Walt Disney World fourth of July 2011 events, fireworks

June 4, 2011 by

Walt Disney World fourth of July 2011 events and fireworks

Once again it’s time to see what the Walt Disney World fourth of July 2011 events and fireworks are going to be like this year! For the most part it’s the same each year, or at least for the past few years.

The 4th of July at Walt Disney World is always one of the most crowded days of the whole year. Only Christmas day and New Years Eve has crowds as big at the Disney theme parks.

So let this be a warning to you, if your going to go to one of the Disney World theme parks on the fourth of July 2011, get there early, stay all day and be prepared for large crowds. It will be a long drive home also!
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Walt Disney World Epcot show IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth

May 25, 2011 by

Disney's Epcot Illuminations fireworks show

IllumiNations: Relections of Earth is a show that takes place at Disney World’s Epcot theme park. The show lasts 14 minutes every night unless it’s canceled due to weather restrictions.

Specific show times may change, so be sure to check the schedule. This amazing show is made up of fireworks, lasers, and water, along with music. Every member of the family is sure to enjoy this spectacular show!

It can be viewed from anywhere within the World Showcase that offers an unobstructed view of the lagoon.
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Walt Disney World Grand Floridian Spa and Health Club

May 23, 2011 by

Disney's Grand Floridian Spa and Health Club

For a totally pampering experience, luxuriate in a treatment at the Walt Disney World Grand Floridian Spa and Health Club. Located just south of Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort’s main building, the spa and health club will treat your mind, your body, and your soul.

Skincare treatments include several facials designed to cleanse and give new life to your face. All products used for the treatments are plant-based. A few of the facials available are the custom European facial, the marine mineral facial, the Grand Floridian Deluxe facial, and the gentleman’s facial.

For total relaxation and improved circulation, enjoy a soothing massage. Several different methods of massage therapy are available, including a sports massage, a Swedish massage, a firm pressure massage, and a bamboo harmony massage.
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Walt Disney World Miniature Golf Courses

May 19, 2011 by

Disney miniature golf courses

Walt Disney World has four different fun miniature golf courses you can play on in case you did not know. They are each themed differently in detail, just like the theme parks.

Playing a round or two of miniature golf is a wonderful way for families to spend time together. It also allows kids a chance to burn off some nervous energy. Like everything else at Walt Disney World in Orlando, the golf courses are amazing!

Disney’s Fantasia Gardens miniature golf course is located in the Epcot Resort area. Based on the famous movie, the course includes lots of whimsical characters from Fantasia, along with some pretty amazing special water effects.
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Disney’s re-done Star Tours ride at Hollywood Studios open May 20th

May 15, 2011 by

The re-opening of Star Tours is this may 20th!

If your a Star Wars fan you know that the Star Tours ride at Disney’s Hollywood Studios was closed for a make-over a while back. Well soon it will be open again with an all new look and feel!

In fact the Star Tours ride at Hollywood Studios will have it’s grand opening next Friday, May 20th 2011. I’ve got some inside information about it which I’ll share here. So don’t read any further if you don’t want to know!

The new Star Tours ride actually still has the same layout as before, basically. What has changed is the look, theme and the ride. The ride theme is totally different than before, which was about everyone on a ship manned by a clumsy robot.
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