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Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom - Seven Dwarfs Mine Train Simulator NEW
During the grand opening event for New Fantasyland yesterday at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom press and special guests were presented with a computer simulation of part of the Seven Dwarfs Mine Train Ride, which is set to open in the park in 2014. Check out the video above, it looks like a great addition to the new Fantasyland!
Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom - Flying Dragon! NEW
Disney has finally unveiled its long-rumored flying, fire-breathing dragon, sending it soaring over the expanded New Fantasyland at the Magic Kingdom.
The dragon, which is actually a micro-light aircraft, took to the skies above the park during the media preview event for the updated land. Disney described the stunt as a “special, one-night appearance” for the dragon, but it is expected that it will eventually become a regular fixture at the Magic Kingdom.
Disney has been teasing the new dragon effect via a special Tumblr blog at disneydragons.tumblr.com. The aircraft had previously been spotted undergoing testing, and was originally suspected to be in development for the planned Avatar Land at Disney’s Animal Kingdom.
Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom - New Fantasyland OPENS
I have been very busy over the last week or two with all my exams coming up, I apologise for the lack of updates! Alas, today Disney World’s Magic Kingdom OFFICIALLY opened their brand new Fantasyland.
Gennifer Goodwin (Snow White on “Once Upon a Time”) and Jordin Sparks joined a regal (talking) Mickey Mouse and Disney Parks & Resorts Chairman Tom Staggs in Belle’s Village to cut the ribbon for the grand opening ceremony! Check out the video above from Orlando Attractions Magazine.
Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom - New Fantasyland Merch
The brand new, incredible Fantasyland expansion opens on December 6th 2012, which really isn’t far away. Disney Imagineers have revealed some exclusive opening day merchandise which will ONLY be available in the park all day on the 6th. The grand reveal day has been captured in three new shirts, amongst other items. For men, shirts will be offered in sizes ranging from small to 3-extra large, while ladies’ shirts will have sizes ranging from extra-small to 2-extra large. For youth, the shirts will be offered in extra small to extra large.
Make sure you head down to the park on December 6th to grab these exclusive shirts!
Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom - Be Our Guest Restaurant
Previews for Disney World’s incredible new Be Our Guest restaurant start today for New Fantasyland, and Be Our Guest Restaurant is one of the most anticipated dining spots in Magic Kingdom Park. Whether you’re seated in the grand ballroom watching the snow fall through the windows, the pretty Rose Gallery with the charming music box or the mysterious West Wing, you’re in for a treat.
There are bound to be favorites on Chef Michael Deardorff’s menu. Check out some of the staples below…
You can check both the quick service and dinner menus here
Disney World’s Magic Kingdom - Behind the Scenes
Cinderella’s Holiday Wish and the Castle Dream Lights is a nightly holiday show and spectacle that lights up Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom Park with thousands of lights. It’s a hugh crowd puller for the holiday season at Walt Disney World Resort. Earlier this month, Disney Parks Blog decided to go behind-the-scenes with Creative Director Reed Jones to learn just what it takes to bring this show to life. Check out the video above…
Disney World’s Magic Kingdom - Christmas Time Lapse
Check out the video above for a time lapse experience of Disney Imagineers creating a Christmas Wonderland at Disney World’s Magic Kingdom! Stunning.
Disney World’s Magic Kingdom - Celebrate the Magic
“Celebrate the Magic” pays tribute to the artistry and imagination of Disney stories, from beloved classics to contemporary favorites.
As the show begins, Tinker Bell appears to fly around Cinderella Castle, she splashes pixie dust on the castle, transforming it into a spectacular piece of living art. As the pixie dust subsides, guests are taken back to the beginnings of pencil animation, and will see Walt Disney, the original magic maker, drawing Mickey Mouse. With a little magic from Tinker Bell, Walt’s paintbrush flies off the page and comes to life, creating imagery that carries guests away on a fantastic journey.
With this show guests will travel down the rabbit hole with Alice, soar high above the Big Top with Dumbo and visit the African savanna with Simba. This magical adventure even takes you into the worlds of “Pirates of the Caribbean” and “Brave,” and the new world of “Wreck-It Ralph.”
As a special treat, “Celebrate the Magic” debuts with a segment of the show created just for the holiday season, featuring the return of the gingerbread castle seen during the original projection show, “The Magic, The Memories and You!”
“Celebrate the Magic” will be presented most evenings at Magic Kingdom Park, beginning this week!
Disney Parks - Starbucks Locations
As announced earlier this year, six Starbucks locations were planned to open at Disney Parks in Florida and California. In June, the first Starbucks location opened at Disney California Adventure park in the Fiddler, Fifer and Practical Café and is already a guest favourite.
Last week Disney announced the first two Walt Disney World Resort locations to open next year, one at Magic Kingdom Park and one at Epcot.
At Magic Kingdom Park, Main Street Bakery will close for refurbishment in January 2013 and reopen as a Starbucks location in early summer. At Epcot, Fountain View will close in March 2013 and reopen as a Starbucks location in midsummer.
Both locations will be designed to fit the theme of their surroundings.
More locations are set to be announced early next year!
Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom - Dumbo
A Disney classic and a stunning photo, had to post it!
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