Elliott in Main Street Electrical Parade

Fierce Friends: Our Six Favorite Dragons in Disney Parks

By Courtney Potter Dragons. Mythological creatures that can inspire both terror and trust… part reptile, part serpent, part bird, all legendary. The word “dragon” first entered the English language in the 13th century, but the very idea of this creature has its roots in ancient civilizations like Mesopotamia—after which, it literally spread around the world. …

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Splash Mountain at Magic Kingdom

Make Waves with 9 Spectacular Disney Water Attractions

By Courtney Potter Ah, July. The warmest month of the year in the Northern Hemisphere. Here in the States, temperatures are rising, the kids are out of school, and the whole family is looking for a totally tubular way to cool off. What better way to beat the heat than a Disney water attraction? Disney …

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Steamboat Willie Fountain

Keep Cool with 9 Favorite Disney Fountains

By Courtney Potter There’s no shortage of memorable views inside a Disney Park—from the attractions to the shows to the characters, there’s something amazing around every corner. So it stands to reason that Disney would create some of the most spectacular fountains anywhere! These water features can be found at Disney Parks and Resorts all …

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Wreck-It Ralph sequel

Wreck-It Ralph Sequel Coming in 2018—Plus More in News Briefs

By Courtney Potter Wreck-It Ralph Smashes Onto Screens in 2018 Talk about “breaking the Internet”! Walt Disney Animation Studios just announced the most smashing news we’ve heard in years: The beloved Wreck-It Ralph is returning to the big screen in a sequel to the 2012 original film—so mark your calendars now for March 9, 2018! …

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The Chew cast with Mickey, Minnie, Donald and Goofy at Epcot

D23’s Sip & Scream Adds New Spooks and Spices with The Chew!

By Tyler Slater Trick-or-treat! D23 Members looking for something good to eat should not miss Sip & Scream during the 21st Epcot International Food & Wine Festival at Walt Disney World! New this year and exclusive to D23 Gold and Gold Family Members, Sip & Scream attendees are invited to a taping of ABC’s Emmy® …

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Frozen Ever After Concept Art

The Epcot Insider’s Guide to Frozen Ever After

By Steven Vagnini For the first time in forever, Epcot welcomes two exciting Frozen experiences to the Norway pavilion in World Showcase! These all-new attractions, which premiered June 21, serve as the latest example of what Walt Disney Imagineering does best: creating amazing environments and immersing guests in memorable stories. In Frozen Ever After, guests …

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The BFG

Prepare to Meet The BFG—Plus More in News Briefs

By Courtney Potter Sophie’s Adventures with The BFG in New Trailer “Hold your breath, cross your fingers, here we go!” Roald Dahl’s epic tale The BFG comes to life this summer, courtesy of legendary director Steven Spielberg… and we’ve got a brand-new trailer to (re)whet our whistle, above. Disney’s The BFG tells the über-imaginative, colorful …

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Cottage at the Canadian pavilion in Epcot

Disney Details: Cottage in the Glade

Savor this scene of a stone cottage standing resolutely in the shade of tall trees, with hydrangea and lilies bending beautifully in the breeze. You can discover this gorgeous glade the next time you visit the Canadian Pavilion at Epcot, where you may be surprised to learn that what appears to be a cottage drawn …

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D23 favorite moments

Fan-Favorite Moments for D23’s Seventh Anniversary

Happy Seventh anniversary, D23! As of today—March 10, 2016—it’s been seven fabulous years since The Official Disney Fan Club became a part of the Disney family, and we’ve asked fans to vote on their favorite moments throughout the history of D23. Whether it’s attending a classic movie screening event, receiving the beautiful Disney twenty-three publication …

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Flowers and Gardens and Epcot, Oh My!

You can learn a lot of things from the flowers, especially at Epcot! The 23rd annual Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival kicks off today and will be in bloom for 90 days, ending May 30. From Disney-inspired topiaries and outdoor kitchens to the Garden Rocks Concert Series, there’s a lot to see and do …

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