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Hello all, I hope summer heat has been kind to you. The diva is trying to say cool by staying indoors and submerged in a pool. Speaking of the summer heat, Walt Disney World has a HOT new offer for our brave military and their families. If you are active, inactive, or retired military, you are eligible for this offer. You must present a valid Military ID at check-in. When you book a room package at the Walt Disney Resort you can receive up to 50% off your hotel accommodations, plus the option of buying into the dining plan. This is a great offer. Also military discount tickets are available for you and your family. You can book up to 3 rooms under this offer. Don't wait!!! Hurry and book while the rooms are available. Surprise the family and spend Christmas in Disney. With these prices you can afford to!!!

With all the updates we’ve done on the  “royal” side  of the Fantasyland expansion – Beast’s Castle, Maurice’s Cottage and Under the Sea ~ Journey of the Little Mermaid – the plans for Storybook Circus seemed to be a bit more mysterious. Until now. Storybook Circus will be based on our animated film, “Dumbo.” Here, Casey Jr., the famous locomotive from the movie, has rolled into town and brought the grand Storybook Circus with him. The area will be filled with colorful circus tents and nods to the famous film. For example, guests – especially little ones – are welcome to cool down with Casey Jr., who can be found near the train station, getting splashed by playful circus animals. Just past Casey Jr., guests will encounter big-top circus tents that lead to a “double” version of Dumbo the Flying Elephant. Also, in the tradition of classic air shows, Barnstormer will take on a new look and theme, becoming a spiraling stunt plane built by The Great Goofini.

The Disney Fantasy is the second of two newly designed Disney Cruise Line ships that take the family cruise experience to new heights. Sister ship to the Disney Dream, which entered service in January 2011, the 4,000-passenger Disney Fantasy will sail week-long Caribbean cruises from Port Canaveral, Fla., with its maiden voyage scheduled for March 31, 2012. “Animation Magic” at Animator’s Palate Animator’s Palate on the Disney Fantasy brings the magic of Disney animation into the dining room with a new show called “Animation Magic.” The dinner show celebrates the magic of Disney animation and allows families to create and participate in a whole new way. Like Animator’s Palate on the Disney Dream, the venue is wall-to-wall whimsy inspired by a classic animation studio. Throughout the restaurant, pillars are fashioned like huge pencils and brushes. Character sketches, maquettes (three-dimensional character models), film strips and other tools of the animation trade adorn the room. As ...

Today I am traveling to a place I have wanted to visit for a while. You guessed it, Alaska!! I am very excited to cruise on the Disney Wonder. I have been on the other 2 ships in Disney's fleet, but I have not had the opportunity to sail on the Wonder, until now. I promise to take as many pictures as my camera card can hold!!! and give you the best description of this wonderful place. Also, I am taking my 3 year old. So I will make sure to let you in on all my travel secrets!!! Bon Voyage!!!

Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party  is a special night of holiday entertainment in the Magic Kingdom that includes:  Castle Dream Lights ;  Mickey's Once Upon a Christmastime Parade   featuring Santa Claus; special  Holiday Wishes - Celebrate the Spirit of the Season Fireworks; Celebrate the Season Castle Stage Show;  snow on Main Street, U.S.A.; complimentary hot cocoa and cookies. The party runs from  7 p.m. to midnight;  Mickey's Once Upon a Christmastime Parade is at 8:15 and 10:30 p.m.; Holiday Wishes fireworks is at 9:30 p.m. 2011 party dates and times: November 8, 9, 11, 13, 15, 18, 27, 29, and 30; December 2, 4, 6, 7, 9, 11, 13, 14, 16, and 18 Prices for the party are as follows (all prices listed include tax): Advance Purchase for November 8, 9, 11, 13, 15, 29, and 30; December 4, 6, 7, 11, 13, 14: $60.66 for adults 10 and older / $55.33 for ages 3-9 Passholder and DVC Member Discounts for November 8, 9, 11, 13, 15, 29...

These are pictures from Mickey's new meet and great in the Magic Kingdom. Did you know you can now get a Fastpass to see the mouse himself?? Now wait times are shorter than ever to see this popular guy. I just love how Disney can take any regular boring line and make it stunning!!! When you come into the Magic Kingdom, this meet and greet is on your right by Tony's Town Square.  Also you will find the Princess's here also. They offer Fastpass times as well. I hope this puts a little magic in your day. Anything to make your wait time short with small children is Magical!!!!!

WHAT IS IT? Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party  allows guests to trick-or-treat while immersed in the fantasy of the Magic Kingdom. The evening includes  Mickey's "Boo-to-You" Halloween Parade; trick-or-treating  throughout the Magic Kingdom at numerous locations; and the special  Happy HalloWishes  fireworks. Lots of characters are out in the park, wearing their favorite costumes -- you're encouraged to wear yours too. The party runs from 7 p.m. to midnight; Mickey's "Boo-to-You" Halloween Parade is at 8:15 and 10:30 p.m. with the Happy HalloWishes fireworks at 9:30 p.m. 2011 Dates -- September 13, 16, 20, 23, 27, 30 -- October 2, 6, 7, 10, 11, 13, 16, 18, 20, 21, 23, 25, 27, 28, 30, and 31 -- November 1 Prices for the party are as follows (all prices listed include tax): Advance Purchase for September dates: $57.46 for adults 10 and older / $51.07 for ages 3-9 Advance Purchase for October 2, 6, 10, 11, 16, 18, 20, 23, 25, 27 and Novemb...