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Mickey Welcomes Everyone to the Walt Disney World Resort

Guests celebrating the Fourth of July at Walt Disney World Resort will have a choice of fireworks shows as Magic Kingdom and Disney's Hollywood Studios present special pyrotechnics and Epcot adds a patriotic "tag" to its famous "IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth" spectacular. Here's what's in store:       

Magic Kingdom
– "Celebrate America Fireworks" will fill the sky at 9 pm. July 4 (guests who'd like to begin the celebratory weekend a day early can enjoy the special fireworks on July 3 at 9 p.m.). After the fireworks, guests can enjoy a performance of Disney's "SpectroMagic" parade of lights, music and magic at 10:30 p.m. on July 3-4. Park hours are 9 a.m.-11 p.m. on July 3-4.

Disney's Hollywood Studios – Special fireworks will be presented at 10 p.m. on July 4, providing guests with a bonus nighttime entertainment extravaganza to complement "Fantasmic!" (which will be at 9 p.m. and 10:45 p.m.). Park hours on July 4 are 9 a.m.-10 p.m.

Epcot – "IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth," which features dazzling special effects, colorful lasers, brilliant fireworks and fiery torches all choreographed to a musical score, becomes even more dynamic on July 4 as the normal show is supplemented with a patriotic finale. The performance begins at 10 p.m. Park hours on July 4 are 9 a.m.-10 p.m.

Disney's Animal Kingdom – No fireworks here (we wouldn't want to disturb the animals' rest). Guests can enjoy all the regular attractions and shows on July 4 from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.


Photo Albums - Here you will find hundreds of quality photos from all around Walt Disney World!

Restaurant Menus - Our own menu Goddess, Heidi, along with her faithful fans have compiled a very extensive listing of menus from the various restaurants at Walt Disney World!

Rehab Schedule - Jeff keeps you up-to-date on the latest rehab schedule from Walt Disney World - Is your favorite attraction going to up and running while you are at WDW? Find out here. However things change ALL the time, this is the best information available.

Ride Restrictions - Find out if you and your family can enjoy the many attractions at WDW.

Extra Magic Hours Guidelines and Descriptions - Just what are Extra Magic Hours and what is included? Find out here!

Gary's Report on the Keys to the Kingdom Tour - Let me start out by saying that I consider myself a little higher than average when it comes to knowing the history of Walt Disney World, and all the trivia that goes along with it.
With that said, I can only heap praise and adoration on Walt Disney World's Keys to the Kingdom tour, and specially Matthew Arter, tour guide extraordinaire!

Other Great WDW Information!

The Wave Brings a Splash of Fun, Healthful Dining to Disney’s Contemporary Resort

Very interesting story behind the ice on the castle this past Christmas

“The Magic Behind Our Steam Trains Tour,” Magic Kingdom: Walt’s passion for steam trains comes alive during a behind-the-scenes peek at the Walt Disney World Railroad. The two-hour tour takes place at Magic Kingdom where guests observe cast members preparing for the daily operation of the Walt Disney World Railroad.

Nemo The Musical Fact Sheet

Disney's Wilderness Lodge Hidden Mickey Hunt
Mickey seems to be popping up everywhere around the World, and Disney's Wilderness Lodge is no exception.  By using these clues, you can find twelve Hidden Mickey's around the Lodge.  Each clue describes where one or more Mickey's hide.

Check out a Dozen Different things to do at Walt Disney World

Read a review of Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge by Rick and Gayle Perlmutter

Princess Craze Sweeping Walt Disney World Resort

Looking for Disney Characters? Tips for finding your favorite Disney Characters at the Walt Disney World Resort

A Note From Gary:

NEWS!! IllumiNations Reflections of Earth is closing for good August 30.

From Wikopedia:
IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth is a fireworks show, performed nightly at Epcot at the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida. It premiered on October 1, 1999 as IllumiNations 2000: Reflections of Earth as part of the Walt Disney World Millennium Celebration; it was so successful that after the celebration ended the 2000 was dropped from the name and the show was continued. It was previously presented by General Electric, and now Siemens, at a cost of approximately US$17,000 per show. The Show Will Be Closed on August 30, 2009 and will replaced by DisneySea Symphony (Formerly from Tokyo DisneySea from 2001-2004) Which Shows on September 30, 2009.

Thanks to Heidi and friends we have new WDW menus available!

Photo Additions

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Best Wishes One and All!

I Believe in Magic and I Still Believe in Dreams!
Gary

Universal Orlando

Harry Potter “Theme Park within a Theme Park” Scheduled to Debut in 2009

Harry Potter “Theme Park within a Theme Park” Scheduled to Debut in 2009

Universal Orlando Resort Announces Brand-New Roller Coaster

Universal Orlando Resort Announces Brand-New Roller Coaster

Adrenaline pumping and music thumping, you find yourself heading straight toward the sky. Suddenly, you are doing 65 mph, 17 stories over Universal Studios. Gasping with excitement, you rock out to a song you picked before strapping in. And, it’s all on video. Once the adventure is over, you edit the video to send to your friends.

Universal CityWalk - an eclectic collection of themed restaurants, electrifying nightclubs, and specialty shops, is Orlando’s hottest entertainment spot. From the elegance of Emeril’s Restaurant Orlando to the rock n’ roll beat of Hard Rock Café, CityWalk features the biggest names in dining, live music and dancing.

USF Height Requirements:
Men In Black: 42"
Back to the Future: 40"
Woody Woodpeckers Nuthouse Coaster: 36"
All the other shows and attractions do not have a height requirement.

IOA Height Requirements:
Hulk and Dueling Dragons: 54"
Dr. Doom's Fearfall 52"
Jurassic Park River Adventure and Popeye and Bluto's Bilgerat Barges: 42"
Dudley Do-Right's Ripsaw Falls: 44"
Amazing Adventures of Spiderman: 40"
Flying Unicorn 36"
Pterandon Flyers is designed for children between 36" and 56". Adults over 56" must have and child with them to ride.

Fun Facts

Emeril's Tchoup Chop at Universal Orlando's Royal Pacific Resort

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