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Romantic Dining at Walt Disney World

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While there’s a lot of fun to be had in the theme parks of Walt Disney World, for many folks, dining can provide just as much fun – especially for those who enjoy a meal in a beautiful and relaxing restaurant, far away from the hustle, bustle (and noise and crowds) in the parks.

Of course, character dining is always popular in any Disney destination, but what if you’re looking for something a bit different? Say, perhaps special and romantic? What if you’re visiting Walt Disney World with your love, and you want to splurge on a truly memorable meal, one that is unique, delicious (of course!), and with the perfect romantic atmosphere?

No worries. Disney has you covered. Here are 3 very special dining locations, each offering a truly memorable – and potentially romantic – dining experience. Read more

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A SPRING Festival of Flowers and Gardens is Coming to EPCOT

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No matter what the weather is like where you live, Spring will definitely be in the air at Walt Disney World when this year’s EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival begins on March 1. Blooming once again through July 5, this stunning festival will feature alluring gardens, whimsical topiaries, lively entertainment, beautiful merchandise and delightfully fresh cuisine.

There will be some new things this year too! For the first time, topiaries of Mirabel, Antonio, Isabela and Luisa from Disney’s “Encanto” will make a grand appearance at the festival. Located near the EPCOT main entrance, these new topiaries are sure to be a must-do photo moment to mark your visit. (Just remember: We don’t talk about Bruno.) Read more

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Eating Through EPCOT’s Festivals

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Once upon a time, there was a little Food and Wine Festival at EPCOT that was held each fall for a few weeks in October and November – and it was fun and delicious. So the folks at Disney who make these decisions realized that, hey, food (and drink) is HUGELY popular at EPCOT, and as the years passed, this festival grew longer until this year, it began in July and will end in November. (That’s 129 days if you don’t want to do the math.)

Of course, it was inevitable – seeing how much people LOVE to eat – that a few food booths (called “Outdoor Kitchens”) were added to the Flower and Garden Festival held each spring, and guess what? The food was a big hit, so each year more food booths were added to this festival, and it was also extended, this year until early July.

Not to be outdone – because nothing says “Holiday Season” better than eating (and drinking) – food booths (called “Holiday Kitchens”) – including desserts and COOKIES – were eventually added to EPCOT’s Festival of Holidays, allowing Guests to eat (and drink) all sorts of international holiday goodies.

With these 3 favorite festivals now featuring (lots of) food, Disney eventually realized that those post-holiday/pre-spring months in winter needed food too. And so the International Festival of the Arts in January and February, which celebrates all the arts – including the culinary arts – debuted. Read more

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5 Ways to Get From the Airport to Walt Disney World

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When Disney’s Magical Express ended their free transportation from and to Orlando International Airport at the end of 2021, guests visiting Walt Disney World found that they had quite a few options for airport transportation. Today, we’ll go through some of the most popular ways to get your Disney vacation started once you land at the airport. Read more

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What You Need to Know if You’re Traveling During Hurricane Season

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Destinations such as the southern U.S., Mexico, and the Caribbean can be popular year-round, but every year as summer progresses into the peak hurricane season of August and September, those with trips planned during this time often wonder if their vacation could be affected by tropical weather. While many guests travel during hurricane season with no issues, there is the possibility that severe weather can occur and affect airports, resorts, theme park operations, cruise ports of call, and more.

With this in mind, it’s best to be prepared if you’ll be traveling during this time of year. Let’s take a look at how hurricanes can affect 3 common travel scenarios. Read more

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