Cast Member’s Corner: Handling Changes Like A Disney Prince and Princess

Walt Disney World like all of the Disney Parks has been going through a lot of major changes in the recent years.  Disney is constantly changing its parks, yearly and monthly things are changing even if they are just small changes.  These are to benefit the guests, making lines shorter, park time more enjoyable, and more memorable moments.  It is a big thing for everyone when these changes take place.  Guests may find their favorite rides temporarily down or Cast Member’s may find themselves learning new procedures or even new rides!  People might wonder what generally happens when all of these new changes are unveiled.  If you’ve visited Disney before when these changes have taken place you may already know how seamlessly Disney tries to incorporate them.  But what about with the Cast Members? Read more

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Cast Member’s Corner: A Peek Inside The New Fantasyland

During my recent visit to Disney World my boyfriend and I were privileged enough to get a sneak peek at the New Fantasyland.  We were enjoying the Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party when we thought we would stop by and see if there were holding viewings.  They said that they probably would start holding some previews once the actual party started.  While we were deciding what to do, wait around or go on more rides, a manager came over.  He asked us how many were in our party and after finding another couple told us to follow him.  He directed us straight over to Maurice’s Cottage.  He said we would be allowed to see all of the New Fantasyland but would have to start at the cottage.  I was encouraged to take as many pictures as I wanted. Read more

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Inside Disney’s Be Our Guest Restaurant

The Beast's Castle
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This week we’re taking a look inside the most eagerly awaited part of the new Fantasyland expansion at Walt Disney World: Be Our Guest restaurant. Read more

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Impressions of the New Fantasyland Dress Rehearsal: Part Two

Editor: My friend, Lisa Battista, author of Beyond the Attractions: A Guide to Walt Disney World with Preschoolers recently was at Walt Disney World, and had the opportunity to get a first-hand look at the new Fantasyland expansion. On Friday, she shared Part One of her experiences. Today she provides more details! 🙂

My family was in Walt Disney World when the New Fantasyland was in dress rehearsal. We rushed over and sure enough it was still open when we arrived late in the afternoon. Read more

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