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Behind the Scenes: Recording the Soundtrack for Test Track Presented by Chevrolet at Epcot

posted on May 22nd, 2013 by Jennifer Fickley-Baker, Social Media Manager


What are some of the sounds that make Epcot, well, Epcot for you? The laughter of Figment? The uplifting music of Soarin’? The narrator’s dim of the torches before IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth?
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In this video, which we just received from our friends at Walt Disney Imagineering, our Imagineers offer a look at how they designed a new soundtrack for one of the park’s attractions: Test Track Presented by Chevrolet. Check it out – there are definitely some things you’ll want to listen for next time you stop by.

Which Epcot attraction has your favorite soundtrack? Let us know in the “Comments” section below.

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Caption This: Enchanting Tikis at Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort

posted on May 22nd, 2013 by Jennifer Fickley-Baker, Social Media Manager


This week’s “Caption This” photo comes from inside the Enchanted Tiki Room here at Magic Kingdom Park.

Taken in 1978, this shot shows some of the chanting tikis at the attraction. The one at the top looks very mischievous. What are these guys talking about? What are they up to?

Can you 'Caption This' Photo From the Enchanted Tiki Room at Magic Kingdom Park?

You tell us. Go ahead and “Caption This!”

Read on for more chances to “Caption This”:

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This Week in Disney Parks Photos: Adventurers Outpost Debuts, New Merchandise on the Way

posted on May 18th, 2013 by Jennifer Fickley-Baker, Social Media Manager


When it comes to photographs at Disney Parks, one spot at Walt Disney World Resort that is getting a lot of attention this week is Adventurers Outpost, a new character greeting location for Mickey and Minnie Mouse at Disney’s Animal Kingdom.
The New Adventurers Outpost at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
We also shared a bunch of shots of new merchandise that will debut at the Disneyland Resort and the Walt Disney World Resort, soon. Check out the gallery below.

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‘America’s Funniest Home Videos’ Taped at Walt Disney World Resort Airs May 19

posted on May 17th, 2013 by Jennifer Fickley-Baker, Social Media Manager


Are you a fan of both Disney Parks and “America’s Funniest Home Videos”?
‘America’s Funniest Home Videos’ Taped at Walt Disney World Resort Airs May 19

Then you won’t want to miss this Sunday’s episode of “AFV,” which was filmed in New Fantasyland, right here at Walt Disney World Resort. The maker of this year’s winning video will take home a grand prize that includes a vacation for four to the Walt Disney World Resort, plus a guided vacation with Adventures by Disney to one of 16 destinations.

This episode of “America’s Funniest Home Videos” will air Sunday, May 19, at 7 p.m. EST on ABC.

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The Go-Go’s, Edwin McCain & Others Join the 2013 ‘Eat to the Beat’ Musical Line-Up at Walt Disney World Resort

posted on May 16th, 2013 by Jennifer Fickley-Baker, Social Media Manager


This year’s Epcot International Food & Wine Festival will return to the park Sept. 27-Nov. 11, and we just received the list of performers who will participate in the Eat to the Beat concert series.

New acts coming this year include the Go-Go’s, Edwin McCain, The Manhattan Transfer, Wilson Phillips, Spin Doctors and Christopher Cross. There are also many returning favorites, including Big Bad Voodoo Daddy and Boyz II Men.

The Go-Go’s, Edwin McCain & Others Join the 2013 ‘Eat to the Beat’ Musical Line-Up at Walt Disney World Resort

Check out the full schedule below:

  • Sept. 27-29 – Starship starring Mickey Thomas
  • Sept. 30-Oct. 1 – Go-Go’s
  • Oct. 2-4 – Air Supply
  • Oct. 5-6 – Sister Hazel
  • Oct. 7-9 – Sugar Ray
  • Oct. 10-11 – Edwin McCain
  • Oct. 12-13 – Manhattan Transfer
  • Oct. 14-15 – Wilson Phillips
  • Oct. 16-17 – The Pointer Sisters
  • Oct. 18-20 – Night Ranger
  • Oct. 21-23 – Boyz II Men
  • Oct. 24-25 – Survivor
  • Oct. 26-27 – 38 Special
  • Oct. 28-30 – Smash Mouth
  • Oct. 31-Nov. 1 – Spin Doctors
  • Nov. 2-3 – Christopher Cross
  • Nov. 4-5 – Hanson
  • Nov. 6-8 – Dennis DeYoung
  • Nov. 9-11 – Big Bad Voodoo Daddy

Which group would you love to see? If you have a favorite, tell us in the “Comments” section below.

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Caption This: Arriving in Style at Magic Kingdom Park

posted on May 14th, 2013 by Jennifer Fickley-Baker, Social Media Manager


Today’s “Caption This” photo was snapped on Seven Seas Lagoon at the Walt Disney World Resort in 1987.
Can You Caption This Image From Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort?

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!”

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Disney Memories HD App Now Available For Android & iPhone

posted on May 13th, 2013 by Jennifer Fickley-Baker, Social Media Manager


Have you tried the Disney Memories HD App yet?

Disney Memories HD App Now Available For Android & iPhone

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.

Disney Memories HD App Now Available For Android & iPhone Offers a Few Great Ways to Add a Disney Touch to Your Photos

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.

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Finish That Disney Parks Sign: Statler and Waldorf Discuss the Muppets at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

posted on May 13th, 2013 by Jennifer Fickley-Baker, Social Media Manager


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.
Can You Finish This Sign from Muppet*Vision 3D at Disney’s Hollywood Studios?

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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Merida Crowned as the Eleventh Disney Princess at Magic Kingdom Park

posted on May 11th, 2013 by Jennifer Fickley-Baker, Social Media Manager


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

Merida Coronated as the Eleventh Disney Princess at Magic Kingdom Park

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!

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This Week in Disney Parks Photos: Norway Turns 25, Cars Land at Night & More

posted on May 11th, 2013 by Jennifer Fickley-Baker, Social Media Manager


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.

Journey to Norway Without a Passport in the Norway Pavilion at Epcot

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.

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