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Pirates of the Caribbean is scheduled to close for a major refurbishment later this year. The closure will begin on May 11 and will run through to September 25, reopening to guests on September 26 2015. Pirates of the Caribbean is experiencing a number of show and ride system issues that require a lengthy closure. Animatronic issues, show audio problems, and continuing issues with boats taking on water are all likely to be addressed. Stitch's Great Escape at the Magic Kingdom will also be closed for refurbishment on March 1 and 2 2015. The 2015 Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival is just around the corner and Disney has released all the menus at the World Showcase Outdoor Kitchens. Botanas Botànico Seafood Ceviche Cachapa con Queso White Corn Arepa Coconut Tres Leches Polar Beer La Tizana Monte Paschoal Reserve Tannat Monte Paschoal Natural Brut White Sparkling Wine Urban Farm Eat Kale Salad Quinoa Vegetable “naanwich” Gho...

It’s hard to believe that I’m old enough for this next statement to be true:  The first time I ate at Cape May Café was 20 years ago!  A few things have changed in those 20 years, but overall it remains one of my favorite spots to dine in all of Walt Disney World. Cape May Café is located at Disney’s Beach Club Resort, and serves breakfast and dinner.  Breakfast is an all you care to eat buffet—and a character meal!  Usually you can find Minnie Mouse, Goofy and Donald Duck decked out in their finest beach attire.  Dinner is an all you care to eat New England style clambake.  Characters do not appear at dinner.  While I’ve dined at Cape May Café numerous times for both meals, on this most recent trip we just did dinner there, and per usual, it did not disappoint.  I had made an advance reservation for our party of 2, but I do think that Cape May Café is one of the easier restaurants at Walt Disney World to walk up to and get a table.  We...

If you've ever cruised with Disney, you know the quality and superior service that you can expect each visit. It's the perfect vacation choice for everyone, from families with young children to couples celebrating a honeymoon or anniversary. Whether you're looking for a relaxing getaway or an exciting adventure, you can find it all while you cruise in the comfort and style of these beautiful ships. Year after year, the cruising industry awards Disney for exceeding guest expectations and providing fantastic experiences. They've already started out the year with another round of awards to add to the already long list of achievements. The Cruise Critic Cruisers’ Choice Awards were just announced, and Disney Cruise Line received a round of accolades – including 12 number one awards. These latest honors represent the best-of-the best in the industry and are based entirely on the opinions of cruisers who sailed in 2014 and posted their reviews and personal experien...

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The Big Thunder Mountain Railroad refurbishment has been pushed back to April. Originally scheduled to begin on March 4 through to March 7, it is now scheduled for April 27 – 30. Disney's Winter Summerland mini-golf reopened to guests on February 18 2015, after completing its refurbishment early. The mini-golf course located next to the Blizzard Beach water park was expected to be closed through until March 2015. The refurbishment project at the Flame Tree Barbecue has been extended through to late April 2015. Originally set to reopen on March 1, the refurbishment is now listed through to April 22. During the refurbishment, some of the Flame Tree dishes are available at nearby kiosks. Construction walls are now up inside the Space Mountain gift store, with the former arcade area completely walled off along the entire length of the store. The phone charger outlets remain accessible, along with the massage chairs and the photo booth kiosks. Disney has also filed cons...

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Image courtesy Disney Parks Blog The new Starbucks at Disney's Animal Kingdom has been under construction for the past few months at the former Creature Comforts store on the Discovery Island walkway to Africa. Disney has also shared a piece of concept art of the interior, which remains very faithful to the theme of the area. Peter Pan's Flight at the Magic Kingdom will be closed for a short, 2 day refurbishment in early March 2015. The Fantasyland ride will close on March 5 through to March 6. Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin at the Magic Kingdom is also scheduled to be closed for a short 2 day refurbishment in March 2015. The closure begins on March 4 through to March 5. Tomorrowland Arcade, the Magic Kingdom's video game attraction, has now permanently closed. Located at the exit of Space Mountain, February 9 2015 was the final day of operation for the Tomorrowland Arcade, with no indication of what may replace it. Changes in Florida laws re...

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Picture the vacation of your dreams: where would you go? Can you imagine yourself on a romantic tour of Italy, tasting the local food, seeing history come to life and experiencing first-hand the beauty you've only seen in pictures? Image courtesy Adventures by Disney Starting to plan the perfect trip can seem overwhelming. With so many choices on where to stay, what to eat, and what to see and do, it's hard to know where to begin. When you travel with Adventures by Disney, you can relax knowing that you'll have the experience of a lifetime, on the perfect hand-picked itinerary that has been created to give you the best opportunity to enjoy the land and culture you've been dreaming about. If you're already a Disney fan, you know the quality they provide, and the love and dedication they put into making every experience as perfect as possible. If you've been a guest of Disney parks and cruises, this is the perfect next step. You can enjoy authentic ...

The procedure for dining during lunch at Be our Guest will once again be changing. Starting February 25 2015, reservations will be available for lunch at the Be Our Guest Restaurant in the Magic Kingdom's New Fantasyland. Once a reservation has been made, either by calling 407-WDW-DINE, or by using the My Disney Experience website or app, guests will be able to pre-order meals using My Disney Experience. The ordering window opens up 30 days before the reservation time through to 5 minutes before the reservation time. For those guests that do not wish to make pre-order selections, menu choices can be made at the kiosks inside the restaurant upon arrival. This system has been in testing for the last year with Walt Disney World Resort hotel guests, but from February 25 this option becomes open to all guests. Dinner remains table service with advance reservations, and expect to see a breakfast offering added to the lineup. The Liberty Square Riverboat at the ...

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