Planning Your Disney Vacation

JMarsden92 March 15, 2009
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Many people have no idea where to start, or what they need when planning a trip to Disney. I have successfully mastered this part. I have been doing this for @15 years with my family, and I have also taken some of what I learned from my parents into this.

Here is a complete rundown from top to bottom on planning a complete Disney Vacation.

  • Start looking for flights, or rental cars months earlier than you are going. (Most flight companies offer specials up to 3 months prior to flying.)
  • If driving to Disney, then contact AAA (if you are a member), and check on driving routes, etc. If you aren’t a member, then think about getting AAA, as a breakdown on the road could be costly.
  • If you are driving with a camper, then start looking for a place to stop for the night if you are going to stop on your way. read more
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Disney World MK Top 10 Other (Children)

JMarsden92 March 14, 2009
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This time I will give you the listing of shows/events that are must be done…

Here is the listing for the Magic Kingdom shows / events

1. Meet Mickey and Friends at Judges Tent
2. Mickeys Philarmagic
3. Hall of Presidents
4. Country Bear Jamboree
5. Any show in front of the castle
6. day parade
7. night parade
8. Sword in the Stone ceremony
9. Tiki Room
10. night fireworks
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Disney World MK Top 10 (Children)

JMarsden92 March 14, 2009
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When vacationing in Disney World many people want to do all the rides.  While that is not normally possible, unless you are at the resort for multiple days, I have compiled several a listings to help you in planning.

Here is my listing for the Magic Kingdom rides.

1. Buzz Lightyear Space Ranger Spin (Tomorrowland)
2. Peter Pan (Fantasyland)
3. Snow White (Fantasyland)
4. Winnie The Pooh (Fantasyland)
5. Goofy’s Barnyard Storm (Mickey’s Toontown)
6. It’s A Small World (Fantasyland)
7. Dumbo (Fantasyland)
8. Jungle Cruise (Adventureland)
9. Alladin’s Flying Carpets (Adventureland)
10. Disney Railroad
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He Can Fly!

JMarsden92 March 11, 2009
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Don’t shoot the messenger… My opinion is just that… OPINION!

Just found this on the web, and wanted everyone to see it.

This was rumored back @ 4 months ago, but no solid proof. Well, here is the proof. This comes direct from the Aerophile website.

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Dear friends,

We are proud to announce you that a new tethered balloon for WALT DISNEY WORLD® RESORT, lifts off next spring.

Downtown Disney® in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., will get its own iconic attraction, in the form of a giant tethered balloon that will take guests 300 feet into the air to view the vistas of Walt Disney World® Resort starting next spring.

The balloon will give visitors keen for thrills the chance to ascend to the skies above Downtown Disney® for a six-minute trip, by day or night. It will give up to 30 guests at a time an unparalleled, 360-degree view of up to 10 miles. read more

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Newsflash – Test Track

JMarsden92 March 5, 2009
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Here is a graphic overview of the ride.

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Does anyone reading this not like Test Track at Disney World’s Epcot?

Well, you may be surprised to find out that the ride may have to make some changes.

According to an article in the OrlandoSentinel…

One of Walt Disney World‘s marquee sponsorship deals is in jeopardy.

Struggling U.S. auto giant General Motors Corp. is considering pulling out as sponsor of Test Track, the high-speed Epcot attraction among the most popular rides in all of Disney World.

A 10-year contract between Disney and GM expires this year. And GM, which lost $31billion last year and is relying on loans from the federal government to stay in business, may not be able to afford to renew the pact.

Disney and GM are negotiating new terms but have so far been unable to strike a deal. GM has indicated it wants a resolution by the end of this month.

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