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4th of July Schedule at Walt Disney World

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Visitors at Walt Disney World will be celebrating the 4th of July along with the rest of the country and there will be parades, fireworks and nighttime spectaculars. Keep in mind that many of the parks have extended hours today – the Magic Kingdom for example will be open until 1 a.m. For those of you there, visiting or planning to head there this afternoon, here’s a schedule of events to keep track of: Magic Kingdom – the Disney Dreams Come True Parade will proceed at 12:30 and 3:30 p.m. Magic Kingdom – The Fantasy in the Sky fireworks will … Continue reading →

Parade Safety Tips

Down here in the South we celebrate Mardi Gras or Carnival. In fact, the season just got underway. Tyler has been begging me to take him to a parade but I have been reluctant to do so. I definitely didn’t want to take him when we were in New Orleans. In the 20 odd years I’ve lived there, I can count on one hand the times that I’ve actually been to the parades. But since we are here in Mobile, where Mardi Gras originated, I’ve decided that maybe I should go ahead and take him. It’s definitely more family-oriented in … Continue reading →

Rose Parade—WHOA! Look Who’s Marching

I love a parade. And the granddaddy of them all—the 118th annual Tournament of Roses parade—gets underway in just a few days. The event is broadcast live around the world and this year those tuning in (and watching in person) will be in for a real treat. This year’s floral parade in Pasadena is being invaded! The “Star Wars Spectacular” will bring an intergalactic spirit – and 200 storm troopers –to the big event. Leave it to Grand Marshal George Lucas, who will be accompanied by two “Star Wars”-themed floats and an army of costumed storm troopers to make the … Continue reading →

Princess or Pirate? It’s Time for a Little Disney Halloween Magic

That we’re not even into September and already Halloween candy, decorations and costumes are making their way into the stores is a little disturbing. However, last year at this time, we were planning our October anniversary vacation to Disney World. Of all the times of year to visit Disney World, October is one of my all time favorites. Why, are you asking? Simply put – it’s one of the most magical places on Earth to spend Halloween. Throughout the month of October, the Magic Kingdom and other parks. Costumes are a large part of it as you get to visit … Continue reading →

Tips For Catching Nightly Parades at the Magic Kingdom

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After an entire day of riding the rides, taking photos and trying to cover every square inch of the Magic Kingdom, the last thing you probably want to do is fight for a nice spot in which to watch the parade. Some families consider this part of the day the most dreaded while others actually look forward to taking a much needed rest after a full day. Here are a few tips to make the task a little bit easier, if not even enjoyable. Plan to Get There Early This is pretty much the basic rule when it comes to … Continue reading →