Disney Fun from Around the World: Week of August 6, 2012

How has your week been Disney Friends? Ready for some R and R? I’m sure you want some Disney with that too, right? Well, we’re happy to oblige! Here is the latest Disney 411 that Rachel has found just for you. Enjoy! 🙂

Free dining can be a great deal, but not always. CheapSkate Princess explains when it may not be a good deal for you.

The Disney Parks Blog has announced opening dates for the much-anticipated Fantasyland expansion.

To park-hop or not is always a decision to make before your Disney trip. Disney Babies Blog shares some insight on how to choose which is best for your family.

The Disney Moms has a great guide for packing the all-important park bag.

Sometimes, rain is inevitable. A Disney Moms Thoughts shares some information on touring the parks in less-than-perfect weather.

Chip & Co. reports that six rides in Magic Kingdom will soon be getting FastPass access.

If you’re thinking of applying to the MomsPanel in September, Disney Parks Blog lets you know what they’ll be looking for in applicants.

Thinking about letting your child miss a few days of school for a Disney vacation? Meet the Magic shares some ways to make the trip educational.

DAPs Magic Disney News shares information about the new My Disney Experience App, which will eventually link to NextGen technology that Disney is developing.

That’s it for this week. Have a magical weekend! 🙂

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Rachel is a Virginia native who now lives in Louisiana. She is married with two children, ages 5 and 3. After dreaming and wishing for several years, her family had their very first Disney vacations this year and are now addicted to researching and planning—whether for themselves or for others. They now plan to visit the parks at least once a year.