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The School that Walt Built: Educational Opportunities at the Magic Kingdom
by Keely Hutton on 02/04/2010

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Last September I did the unthinkable. Two weeks into the school year, I, a former middle school teacher, whisked my children away to Walt Disney World. I know what you're thinking, "You pulled your kids from school to go on rides and hang out with Mickey?" It's a valid question, a question posed to me by many friends, parents and teachers. My answer is simply yes…and no. More ...
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Signature Disney Dining: The Disney Dining Plan at its Best by Cheryl Pendry on 01/21/2010

One of our great delights whenever we're at Walt Disney World (WDW) is enjoying the multitude of dining opportunities on offer. It's always interesting to see people's faces when we talk about the places that we've eaten, especially when it comes to ...

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Survey Marks: The Hidden Mickeys Beneath Your Feets by Patty Winter on 6/15/2006
During your visits to Walt Disney World or Disneyland, you’ve probably searched for subtle images of Mickey Mouse’s head in wrought-iron railings, chandeliers, and wallpaper. But have you ever thought to look right beneath your feet?

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Grad Nites @ Disney: The Ultimate Graduation Party by Dorie Haggerty on 6/22/2006
Do you have a high school senior who will be graduating next year? Do you want to send them off in Disney style? Then Grad Nite is for you! We had the opportunity to attend Walt Disney World’s Grad Nite 2006. The Magic Kingdom was turned into ...

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The Sum of All Thrills: Attraction Review by Mary Albright on 01/14/2010
Make your own roller coaster! You read that right. Have you ever thought about how you'd make your own roller coaster or thrill ride? Maybe Space Mountain or Expedition Everest is just too tame for you and you feel the sky should really be the ...

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The Garden Grill: A Dining Review by Mary Albright on 01/07/2010
Do you go to The Land Pavilion, run down the stairs to hit Soarin' and then leave?

The Garden Grill seems to fly under the radar for a lot of visitors to Epcot. Most people associate table service restaurants with the World Showcase ...

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A Pirates League For Us: Going Pirate at the Magic Kingdom by Mary Albright on 12/31/2009
Everyone at one time or another has wanted to be a pirate, right? And who wouldn't want to be a part of Captain Jack Sparrow's Pirates League?

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The 2009 Holiday Season at Walt Disney World: The Good and the Bad by Cheryl Pendry on 12/24/2009
The holiday season is one of our favorite times of the year to visit the Walt Disney World Resort, and we always look forward to our Christmas visits eagerly.

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Christmas Day Delights: Holiday Wonders at Walt Disney World by Cheryl Pendry on 12/03/2009

Christmas Day is perhaps one of the most magical days of the year, with all the joys of this festive season. Presents sit beneath the Christmas tree waiting to eagerly be unwrapped, turkeys are cooking ready for lunch, and families arrive at each ...

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More Disney World articles recently added to the PassPorter collection:

Disney Dining Plan - (or) Davey (and Jennifer, Alex, Allie, and Melanie) Does Dining! last updated 7/13/2006

Say Cheese! - Making The Most of PhotoPass last updated 1/22/2010

Around the World on a Segway - A Walt Disney World Feature last updated 7/27/2006

The FASTPASS System - Making the Most of the System last updated 8/2/2006

Tips for Traveling - A Solo Parents Guide last updated 8/10/2006

Our Decade of Disney - Reflecting on Ten Years of Magical Milestones last updated 11/26/2009

Victoria and Albert's - A Disney Dining Review last updated 11/19/2009

The Magic On Your Time - Disney Podcasts last updated 04/06/07

Finding Answers - A Disney Guide last updated 02/15/07

Getting Your Disney Fix - Or, How to Feed Your Obsession last updated 02/23/2008

The Monorails of Disney's Wonderful World of Theme Parks - A Closer Look last updated 11/12/2009

Pirates, Pirates Everywhere! - Disney Around The World Feature last updated 8/24/2006

A Birds' Eye View - Parasailing at Walt Disney World last updated 8/31/2006

Disney Dining Plan - Act II last updated 9/14/2006

Counting Down to Disney (Part 2) - The Fun Stuff last updated 11/05/2009

The Rest of the "World" For Kids - A Helpful Glance last updated 9/28/2006

Lessons Learned - Letting Go and Living It Up at Disney last updated 10/5/2006

Disney Fan Gathering - Something for Everyone last updated 10/26/2006

Being the Ideal Guest - Tips and Reminders last updated 11/2/2006




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Zippity Doo Dah, I got Disney mail!
by Pirate15mom
8 Feb 2010 at 9:09pm
YUP, it's true! That cold rainy walk to the mailbox was worth it! :D:D:D That beautiful blue envelope was just sitting in my little mailbox. ...
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Downtown Disney
by kundel
8 Feb 2010 at 8:00pm
I thought it would be fun to go on Characters in Flight, in Downtown Disney. I was just wondering what experience everyone has had? Thanks
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Disney website
by mahons99
7 Feb 2010 at 3:03pm
Maybe this has been asked already, but I didn't see a post after a quick glance at the topics. Has anyone had difficulty with the disney websites...
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Disney Discount on Room only??
by stobaugh6
5 Feb 2010 at 8:03pm
Does Disney ever offer discounts on room only? If they do, do you have to ask for them? If they don't, is there another way to get a discount on a...
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I got Disney mail
by disney
5 Feb 2010 at 12:46pm
I got a package today from Disney , it was for the Mickey's Armed forces salute ticket. They must think I'm a Travel Agent lol. But one thing i...
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Mc Donald's Downtown Disney to close on April 30, 2010 and replaced by Pollo ...
by Papa Mouse
4 Feb 2010 at 12:02pm
McDonald's Downtown Disney news - McDonald's Downtown Disney set to close on A...
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$200 disney reward gift card
by glm777@comcast.net
3 Feb 2010 at 9:03pm
I just got approved for my disney visa and will get a $200 reward gift card after my 1st use! the rep said there was no minimum amount needed for the...
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