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LAKE BUENA VISTA, FL - APRIL 18: A sign marks the entrance to the Magic Kingdom section of Walt Disney World on April 18, 2013. Walt Disney World is the worlds most visited theme park.;
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Cinderella Castle, magic Kingdom, Disney World, Orlando
The Walt Disney World Resort, informally known as Walt Disney World or simply Disney World, is an entertainment complex that opened October 1, 1971, in Lake Buena Vista, Florida, and is the most visited attraction in the world, with attendance of 52.5 mill
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Epcot is the second of four theme parks built at Walt Disney World in Bay Lake, Florida.
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The IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth fireworks show at Epcot at Walt Disney World.
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The Expedition Everest roller coaster attraction at Disney's Animal Kingdom theme park in Florida
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If you're looking to shop for all things Disney or just want a break from the theme parks, the Marketplace is a terrific destination. There's a great selection of shops and restaurants located here. All of the Walt Disney World resorts offer transportation
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Disney's Blizzard Beach joined 500 host locations for the World's Largest Swimming Lesson event today, June 14, 2012. It was part of a worldwide simultaneous effort to break the Guinness World Record set last year. The global swim lesson, aside from great
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*Downhill Double Dipper
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TAKING THE PLUNGE: Swimmers head almost straight down Summit Plummet at 55 mph at Disney’s Blizzard Beach water park.
Sorcerer's hat at Disney's Hollywood Studios Walt Disney World.
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GUSHING GOOD TIMES!: Water park thrill seekers are in for a surprise as they defy gravity on Crush ‘n’ Gusher, a n”water coaster” ride at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. Three
A bustling 1940s-themed waterfront, Disney's BoardWalk at Walt Disney World Resort brings to life all the timeless fun of the shore with shopping, dining and entertainment. More than 9,000 square feet of retail shops open onto the boardwalk, including Wyla
The Walt Disney World Resort, informally known as Walt Disney World or simply Disney World, is an entertainment complex that opened October 1, 1971, in Lake Buena Vista, Florida, and is the most visited attraction in the world, with attendance of 52.5 mill
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THE WILDEST RIDE IN THE WILDERNESS — Big Thunder Mountain Railroad
"GHOST" RELATIONS: The Haunted Mansion at the Magic Kingdom is one of the most beloved attractions at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. Pictured: Ginger, one of the "friendly faces" guests encounter along the way, st
Each portraying a character from the Disney animated classic "Beauty and the Beast," Magic Kingdom guests join Belle and Lumiere for a fun-filled storytelling adventure at Enchanted Tales with Belle. The interactive character experience is part
BATTERIES NOT INCLUDED — Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin – located in the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., transports guests into the playful world of “Toy Story,” Disney and Pixar&#
MISSION: SPACE RACE ONLINE — Guests at home can now get a taste of the Mission: SPACE experience at Epcot by playing the new “Mission: SPACE Race Online,” an interactive game that teams in-park guests with online participants in a race
Test Track Presented by Chevrolet features an all-new ride experience, including an interactive pre-show area completely retooled and re-imagined. The sleek new ”Chevrolet Design Center” invites guests to create their own virtual custom-conce
CARE TO DROP IN? — Walt Disney World guests plummet 13 floors in an out-of-control elevator at the Twilight Zone Tower of Terror at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Permission is hereby granted to intended addressee magaz
Entrance of Toy Story Midway Mania in Disney's Hollywood Studios.
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The Themed Entertainment Association (TEA) recently announced “Star Tours – The Adventures Continue” as the Thea Award recipient for Outstanding Achievement – Attraction Refresh. The new 3-D attraction at Disney’s Hollywo
Stunt Spectacular – At Disney’s Hollywood Studios, the stunts are left to the pros in "Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular!," an action-packed live show that re-creates the heart-pounding heroics of classic adventure films through
FINNED FRIENDS — A befuddled Dory and fretful dad Marlin search Australia’s Great Barrier Reef for Marlin’s wayward son in “Finding Nemo — The Musical,” a live production at Disney’s Animal Kingdom based on
The fearsome legend of the yeti comes to life in this thrill attraction — Expedition Everest — at Disney’s Animal Kingdom at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. The runaway train adventure in located in the Asia section
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