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Jul 12

Flashback Friday – Cinderella Castle Dressed as a 25th Birthday Cake

Cinderella Castle Birthday cake 25th

I’d have to say this was the worst! From Wikipedia…”To commemorate the 25th anniversary of Walt Disney World Resort on October 1, 1996, Imagineers transformed the front of Cinderella Castle into an 18-story “birthday cake.” Complete with red and pink “icing,” giant candy canes and 26 glowing candles, the castle served as the centerpiece for the 15-month long celebration. Designed by Walt Disney Entertainment Florida and later constructed by the Imagineers, this was no small undertaking. It took more than 400 US gallons (1,500 L) of pink paint to cover the castle, which was decorated with multicolored “sprinkles,” 26 candles, ranging in height from 20–40 feet (6.1-12.2 m) tall, 16 two-foot (61 cm) long candy stars, 16 five-foot (1.5 m) candy bears, 12 five-foot (1.5 m) gumdrops, four six-foot (1.8 m) stacks of Life Savers, 30 three-foot (91 cm) lollipops, and 50 two-foot (61 cm) gumballs. Additionally, more than 1000 feet (305 m) of pink and blue inflatable “icing” was needed to finish it off. On January 31, 1998, the castle was transformed back to its original state.”

Cinderella Castle as a Birthday Cake for 25th

Cinderella Castle Birthday cake 25th Hub

Cinderella Castle Birthday cake 25th Main Street View

Cinderella Castle Birthday cake 25th Contemporary View

(all images property of Norm Robbie)


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Jul 12

Disney Cast Members Fill 4,000 Empty Bellies

Food Drive  Disney Cast MembersMore than 4,000 meals will be shared with the Second Harvest Food Bank, a United Way organization, thanks to generous Cast Members who participated in a recent food drive.

The drive, which was conducted by the FAMILIES Diversity Resource Group (DRG), in partnership with Walt Disney World Community Relations, collected more than 6,000 pounds of non-perishable food. FAMILIES DRG members set up and managed nearly 40 drop off locations, which ultimately filled 10 pallets.

Diversity Resource Groups support and enhance the diversity goals and objectives of Walt Disney Parks and Resorts by contributing value to the areas of recruitment, retention, business development, community image and communication.

Disney believes that being a good corporate citizen is the right thing to do: for their consumers and guests, their employees and their businesses. Their goal is to achieve exceptional performance by embedding citizenship into all daily decisions and actions. Volunteerism and community outreach is an enduring part of Disney’s legacy and culture and Cast Members continuously show their support throughout Central Florida.


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Jul 12

What Will “The Biggest Loser” Host Allison Sweeny Be Doing at the 2013 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend?

The Biggest Loser host Alison Sweeney headlines a list of celebrities who will be a part of the 20th anniversary Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend.

Sweeney, an aspiring author (she has two books coming out in the next couple of years) and well-known for her role on Days of Our Lives in addition to The Biggest Loser, is entered in the Disney half marathon during the Disney Marathon Weekend, January 10-13, 2013 at Walt Disney World Resort.

Allison SweeneySweeney is an avid runner who has competed in various marathons and half marathons around the country, however the Disney half marathon will be her first runDisney event. Sweeney is expected to attend the race along with her husband and two children.

“With all of the cool new elements that will be part of this special 20th anniversary Disney marathon weekend, this seemed like the race to run in 2013,’’ said Sweeney. “We’re going to make it a family trip so my husband and kids can share in this fun experience.’’

Sweeney is expected to be among several celebrities and international running stars who participate in the historic Disney Marathon Weekend that will offer several new features:

· Enhanced entertainment at Mile 20 to celebrate the 20th anniversary

· A specially-designed 20th anniversary Mickey Mouse medal

· New course routes through the Walt Disney World Speedway and the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex

· A new post-race party at Downtown Disney

The Disney Marathon Weekend presented by Cigna will again feature Kids’ Races throughout the weekend, including the Mickey Mile, as well as a Family Fun Run 5K on Friday, the Half Marathon on Saturday and the Marathon on Sunday. There is also Goofy’s Race and a Half Challenge which involves running the half marathon and the full marathon – a total of 39.3 miles. The Health and Fitness Expo runs throughout the weekend at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex and features the latest in running technology and fashion, as well as renowned running experts such as Jeff Galloway, the official training consultant for runDisney.


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Jul 12

First Look at the Newly Renovated Disney Port Orleans Riverside Resort Lobby

Disney Port orleans Resort Lobby

The lobby at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside reopened this summer following a two-month renovation. The fresh new look includes new tile, colorful rugs, decorative period lighting and new furniture.  This  2,048-room resort depicts the lifestyle of the great Old South with wandering paths, picturesque waterways and the sounds of Cajun music.

Disney Port orleans Resort Lobby Rug

Two colorful new rugs decorate the lobby. The renovation also included a new check-in,  new tile, furniture and decorative fixtures evocative of the period.

Disney Port orleans Resort Lobby Lighting

Disney’s Port Orleans Resort Riverside showcases new lighting fixtures, reflecting the romance of the South.


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Jul 12

Brand NEW Aerial Photographs of the Fantasyland Construction in the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World

All I can say is thank you Scott Keating for taking these AMAZING aerial shots of what’s actually going on behind the Fantasyland Expansion wall for us nosey Disneyphiles! And thank you for allowing me to share your work! All images Copyright © 2010-2012 by Scott Keating. Images were snapped last week so this is a very current view of the progress.

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As Scott releases more images we will bring them to you! In the mean time check out this post with a link to a local television station who got a ‘behind the wall’ video…Media Get a Look Behind the Fantasyland Expansion Wall at the Magic Kingdom

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