AUTHOR: Jackie Gailey

Senior Editor for The DIS and DCL Fan | Disney Vacation Club Member | Thrilled to have been a '13/'14 planDisney Panelist | Lover of all things Disney; the Magic of Disneyland, Walt Disney World, and especially Disney Cruise Line | ºoº



Disney Partners with Amazon to Bring New Voice Assistant to Disney World Resorts

In a world that relies very heavily on technology, Amazon has just announced that Disney fans can look forward to a brand new voice assistant for their Amazon Echo devices called “Hey, Disney!” The voice assistant will offer custom capabilities for Walt Disney World Resort hotel guests such as the ability to check theme park … Disney Partners with Amazon to Bring New Voice Assistant to Disney World Resorts



The Nostalgic Vibes Coming from Main Street, U.S.A. Shops

I don’t know about you guys, but there is something about the Main Street Confectionery that is so glorious to me. Walking up to the candy case and seeing all of those beautiful, handmade treats brings me right back to my childhood days of buying freshly-made saltwater taffy by the shores of either the Oregon … The Nostalgic Vibes Coming from Main Street, U.S.A. Shops



New Food & Drinks Heading to Disney World in Celebration of the 50th

During its 50th anniversary celebration, Walt Disney World is planning on introducing more than 150 new food items and drinks! We all know that Disney snacks and special beverages can be key ingredients for a day of fun at The Most Magical Place on Earth. New menu items for the celebration will offer nods to the … New Food & Drinks Heading to Disney World in Celebration of the 50th





Five Decades of Magic at Walt Disney World Resort – the 2000s

Well, everyone, we are just one day away from celebrating 50 years of Walt Disney World – that is the most significant and most exciting Disney milestone for so many of us!! After going over all of the major milestones in Walt Disney World’s incredible history, we’ve officially arrived at the 21st century. If you’ve … Five Decades of Magic at Walt Disney World Resort – the 2000s



Five Decades of Magic at Walt Disney World Resort – the 1990s

I’ve been enjoying taking a look at the historical timeline of the Walt Disney World Resort one decade at a time and I hope you all have as well! We’ve already covered the 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s so let’s dig into the 1990s today! 1990 November – The first phase of the EPCOT Resort Area … Five Decades of Magic at Walt Disney World Resort – the 1990s



Five Decades of Magic at Walt Disney World Resort – the 1980s

We’ve already had a bit of a look into the 1960s and 1970s milestones that took place in the building of the Walt Disney World Resort and I don’t know about you all, but I find it all so fascinating. It’s hard to believe that some of these iconic attractions and experiences like the Walt … Five Decades of Magic at Walt Disney World Resort – the 1980s



Five Decades of Magic at Walt Disney World Resort – the 1970s

Yesterday, we took a look at several Disney milestones from the 1960s, including the announcement of official plans to begin constructing Walt Disney World. Today, let’s take a walk through the 1970s, where many of our favorites that still exist today were born. 1970 January 16 – The Walt Disney World Preview Center opens in Lake Buena … Five Decades of Magic at Walt Disney World Resort – the 1970s



Five Decades of Magic at Walt Disney World Resort – the 1960s

The Walt Disney World Resort opened on October 1, 1971, to guests who were eager to see how Walt Disney’s imagination had pixie-dusted the trackless flatlands of Central Florida into a Magic Kingdom. Ten thousand guests, their smiles as wide as the October skies, streamed into Walt’s fairytale park on that historic day, ready to … Five Decades of Magic at Walt Disney World Resort – the 1960s



Disneyland Introduces Very Merriest Nites – A New After Hours Event

A new separate ticket, limited-capacity offering is being introduced this holiday season at the Disneyland Resort – Disney Merriest Nites. Mickey Mouse has invited some of his friends to assist with hosting six themed parties in one throughout Disneyland. You can join Mickey Mouse and his friends from 8:00 p.m. until midnight on one of five … Disneyland Introduces Very Merriest Nites – A New After Hours Event