Today’s “Caption This” photo was snapped on Seven Seas Lagoon at the Walt Disney World Resort in 1987.

In it, Donald and Goofy show off their water skiing skills right in front of Magic Kingdom Park – what a way to make an entrance!

Where will they go from here? More tricks on the water? Or shed the skis for some fun at the park? You tell us. Go ahead and “Caption This!”

Tagged: MK, WDW

Filed: Magic Kingdom, Walt Disney World Resort

Have you tried the Disney Memories HD App yet?

This app offers a few great ways to add a Disney touch to your photos, whether it’s through posing (virtually) with a Disney character, or choosing from a selection of more than 100 “decoration items” to add to your photos, including photo stickers, Disney Parks and attraction-themed filters, frames and more.

You can also use the app to view a “Photo of the Day,” as well as set character audio and video alarms.

What do you think of the app? Tell us in the “Comments” section below.

Tagged: DLR, WDW

Filed: Disneyland Resort, Top Stories, Walt Disney World Resort

Have you been to Muppet*Vision 3D at Disney’s Hollywood Studios lately?

If so, you may have noticed this graphic of Muppet hecklers Statler and Waldorf discussing the show.

In it, Statler says to Waldorf that he’s heard Muppet*Vision 3D is better than getting hit on the head by a…what? Do you remember the word that is blurred out here?

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Filed: Disney's Hollywood Studios, Walt Disney World Resort

Ladies and gentlemen, we have a new official Disney Princess!

Merida, the heroine from the Disney●Pixar film, “Brave,” was officially welcomed into Disney royalty earlier today in a ceremony held at Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom Park.

Presiding over the ceremony was Gymnastics gold medalist Gabby Douglas, and of course, our Disney Princesses: Snow White, Cinderella, Aurora, Ariel, Belle, Jasmine, Pocahontas, Mulan, Tiana and Rapunzel, were in attendance.

Check out the video below to see the royal ceremony for yourself!

Tagged: Gallery, MK, Video, WDW

Filed: Magic Kingdom, Walt Disney World Resort

This week on the Disney Parks Blog, some of my favorite photos came from the Norway Pavilion at Epcot, which just had its 25th anniversary. If you haven’t seen them, don’t miss the gallery below, which was snapped by Disney photographer Gene Duncan.

Not to be outdone, Disneyland Resort photographer Paul Hiffmeyer also showed off some amazing nighttime images of Cars Land at Disney California Adventure. Have you visited Radiator Springs yet?

Be sure to check out the gallery below for more images of our week at Disney Parks.

Tagged: DCA, DLR, Gallery, Photography, WDW

Filed: Disney California Adventure Park, Disneyland Resort, Walt Disney World Resort

Just when you thought New Fantasyland couldn’t get any prettier, someone turns out the lights and adds fireworks.

This week’s Disney Parks After Dark photo is an amazing shot of Beast’s Castle that was snapped during a recent performance of Wishes nighttime spectacular. Can you imagine the view from up there?

Tagged: Gallery, MK, New Fantasyland, Photography, WDW

Filed: Magic Kingdom, Walt Disney World Resort

Tickets for fall special events taking place at Magic Kingdom Park are now on sale, including tickets for this year’s Night of Joy, Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Parties and Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Parties.

This year’s Night of Joy event will take place September 6-7, from 7:30 p.m.-1 a.m. nightly. The event features contemporary Christian rock, pop and gospel music, plus use of favorite Magic Kingdom Park attractions. This year’s lineup includes: MercyMe, Michael W. Smith/Steven Curtis Chapman, Skillet, Audio Adrenaline, Mandisa, For KING & COUNTRY, City Harbor, We As Human and Moriah Peters (September 6); and TobyMac, Newsboys, Francesca Battistelli, Matthew West, Group 1 Crew, Building 429, Jamie Grace and Plumb (September 7). Single-day tickets start at $55 per person.

Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Parties return to the park September 10, 13, 17, 20, 24, 27 & 29; October 3, 4, 6, 10, 11, 14, 17, 18, 20, 22, 24, 25, 27, 29 and 31; and November 1. From 7 p.m. to midnight, guests can enjoy trick-or-treating throughout the park, attractions, special Halloween-themed entertainment and much more.

Then Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party will take place November 8, 11, 14, 15, 17, 21, 22; and December 1, 3, 5, 6, 8, 10, 12, 13, 15, 17, 19 and 20. Parties include special holiday-themed entertainment, including a parade and fireworks, Disney characters in holiday attire, and much more.

Ticket prices for both Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Parties and Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Parties vary per event date and if you purchase in advance or on the night of the event. For more details visit Walt Disney World Special Events & Tours. (Annual Passholders can call 407-560-PASS for additional information. Disney Vacation Club members can also call DVC Member Services at 800-800-9800.)

Tagged: Halloween, Holidays, Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party, MK, Night of Joy, WDW

Filed: Magic Kingdom, Special Events, Walt Disney World Resort