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Disneyland Paris Turns 15

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I remember when Disneyland Paris first opened. Can it really be 15 years ago? Apparently so! Although, much younger than Disneyland in California and Disney World in Florida, Disneyland Paris has made it’s mark on the social landscape and become a destination for millions from around the world. The birthday celebration comes at a time when Disney is also celebrating it’s Year of a Million Dreams and the fan-favored Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End is set to premiere. I get excited just thinking about it! Euro Disney S.A.S. Chairman and CEO Karl L. Holz said: For 15 years, … Continue reading →

What’s Happening this New Year’s At Disney World?

We’ve talked about Christmas in the parks, but what’s happening for New Year’s? Well mark down your Calendar if you’re going to be in the Orlando, Florida area. This year the happening place to be looks to be Disney World and their theme parks. If you are planning to visit a Disney World theme park on December 31, you should plan to arrive early and stay late. Some parks will close their gates to new visitors depending on their capacity and there will be a priority entrance given to guests of the Walt Disney World Resorts. The big celebrations will … Continue reading →

Do You Know What’s Happening at Disney’s California Adventure?

It’s the holiday season and the Disney theme parks are decking themselves out as they get ready for it all. As part of the celebrations, Disney’s California Adventure is decorating it from front to back. For starters, guests will notice that the letters at the entrance way that spell out CALIFORNIA have been redone to appear as swirling white and red peppermint sticks. You’ll find plenty of new attractions and old favorites at Disney’s California Adventure as well including: The High School Musical Pep Rally Monster’s Inc: Mike & Sully to the Rescue Soarin’ Over California (an absolute must, let … Continue reading →

High School Musical 2 is Coming

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Do you remember Troy and Gabriella? Their first encounter startled them both as they shared a tune and a great moment at a ski lodge over Christmas. High School Musical was a somewhat sappy, but altogether entertaining film featured on the Disney Channel. They later released the movie on DVD and the sales declared its popularity. High School Musical has also traveled the country as a concert tour and an ice show. Soundtracks fly off the shelves. We own a copy of it here and my daughter loves it. Disney is better on the popularity of the first to attract … Continue reading →

A Hidden Jewel: The Timekeeper

One of the true pleasures of going to Disney World or Disneyland is going to see the attractions hosted within the parks. One of these attractions must be new because I don’t recall seeing it the last time I was there (2005), but trust me – it’s on the top of my list to see the next time I set foot in the Magic Kingdom. What is this jewel that is making the top of my list? It’s called: The Timekeeper The Timekeeper is a time-travel movie adventure that is open seasonally. The presentation lasts about 20 minutes and you … Continue reading →

Vacation Planning for the Single Parent

I will never forget the first year as a single parent when I decided to take my son and daughter on vacation. After saving enough money to go some place decent, I decided we would head down to Branson, Missouri, about a four-hour drive from Kansas City where we live. Branson is a great place in that it is affordable, especially when staying during the off-season, there are tons of things to do for every age, and the scenery is beautiful. However, I had never taken a vacation as the only parent of two kids so I remember feeling a … Continue reading →