For Disney Specific Storm News See Below. First, here is weather information: 10/7/16 – 9:48 am: According to News 6 WKMG / ClickOrlando, the hurricane is currently skirting the coast in Central Florida and some of the inner portion of the hurricane, which is the strongest part, is on land. Central Florida Coast has gotten gusts up to 107 mph and is still experiencing the hurricane. Orlando is still getting Tropical Storm force gusts at around 45-48 mph. There is a flood watch for the Orange County. There is currently flooding in the coastal areas. These are local TV stations broadcasting…
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I'm Stephen Ashley. My wife and I are huge fans of Disney World. I'm the author of Walt Disney World With Disabilities. I also wrote a book called Walt Disney World Made Easy for Everyone, but rather than have it published, at this point we've decided to place all the material from the manuscript on this website so everyone can have access to it! I hope you enjoy it, and I hope it makes your day just a little bit brighter and easier.
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Want to know how to use Disney World’s FastPass+ Reservation system? We’ve created two articles for you that should give you everything you need in order to use Disney World’s FastPass+ system like a pro! The first article explains exactly what FastPass+ is, how it works, and the rules you’ll need to know. In the second article, we’ve broken down the process into easy, simple steps for you to follow. Here are the FastPass+ Articles you’ll need to get started: ⇒ Disney World FastPass+ Reservations Explained & Made Easy ⇒ Step by Step Instructions on How to Make FastPass+ Reservations at…
FASTPASS SYSTEM HAS BEEN CANCELLED AND WILL BE REPLACED BY DISNEY GENIE SERVICE. Check on DisneyWorld.com to keep updated. Step-by-Step Directions for making FastPass+ Reservations at Disney World By Catherine Lauer & Stephen Ashley This is our “how to” page with step-by-step instructions. To read about how FastPass+ reservations work and to find answers to commonly asked questions, read our article here: Disney World FastPass+ Reservations Explained and Made Easy Let’s get you some FastPasses! On this page you’ll learn how to: Access Disney’s FastPass+ system Sign up for a Disney Account Link your park tickets to your account Link…
Hey Disney friends, This is Stephen Ashley. We’re really happy to bring to you some awesome podcasts by our friend Nicholas Groome, AKA The Disney Dude. Here’s Nicholas: Welcome back Dudes and Dudettes. This week I am joined by a super special Magical Guest! Quan Chung! Quan has been amazing the Disney Princesses throughout the parks with his street magic and we got a chance to sit down and figure out what got him into the magic! If you missed us last week, my guest Cody of The Mouse Knows Best podcast and myself got to dive deep into our…
Who can resist this? Starting October 2, 2016, the Muppets are all set to start their new show in Magic Kingdom called “The Muppets Present… Great Moments in American History.” This should be a really fun show, full of humor, music and real history. You’ll find the crew in front of the Hall of Presidents performing historical (and hysterical) tales about the birth of the United States of America such as the midnight ride of Paul Revere and the signing of the Declaration Independence. The show will be interactive, but exactly how remains to be seen. Taken from a thread on DISboards.com, showtimes are tentatively…
Available starting September 22nd, when you’re staying at certain non-Disney resorts, you’ll be able to buy a money saving Quick-Service Dine Gift Card, but only for a limited time! This is like the Disney Dining Plan which lets you pre-pay for your food, but it’s only been open to guests staying at Disney-owned resorts. It’s available for travel dates from September 26, 2016 thru April 4th, 2017. According to Disney, you can qualify for this if you get a package at one of the following resorts or resort areas: Swan and Dolphin Hotels Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort…
Hey Disney friends, This is Stephen Ashley. We’re really happy to bring to you some awesome podcasts by our friend Nicholas Groome, AKA The Disney Dude. Here’s Nicholas: We love Disney for the parks, but before there were parks, there were movies. For me I personally love the animated movies – especially the animated ones. There is just something so personal about the hand drawn art style Disney was known for. Join my guest Cody and I as we talk about all of our favorite animated films and where to find them in the parks! If you missed us last…
Personally I like that every so often Disney will show sections of new movies in the Disney Parks! It’s a great way to decide if it’s something you’d like to see once it’s out. Starting on October 7, 2016 you’ll be able to catch 10 minutes of the new film called Doctor Strange when you’re at Disney. The movie won’t be released until November 4th, 2016. Doctor Strange, is a Marvel fantasy about a neurosurgeon, played by Benedict Cumberbatch, who’s lost his career. He ends up becoming a super powerful sorcerer taught by the “Ancient One”, played by Tilda Swinton. The movie also stars Rachel McAdams, Mads Mikkelsen…
Hey Disney friends, This is Stephen Ashley. We’re really happy to bring to you some awesome podcasts by our friend Nicholas Groome, AKA The Disney Dude. Here’s Nicholas: Welcome back Dudes and Dudettes to episode 6 of The Disney Dude Podcast. I am your host, the Disney Dude Himself, Nick Groome. I hope you enjoyed the last episode where the awesome people from Behind the Magic and I discussed all of the changes coming to Disney: from Marvel and Star Wars, all the way to Pandora from James Cameron’s Avatar. This week I am joined by: Dominic Pisano of Plantoons…
Written by Catherine Lauer Have you ever thought of attempting to go to Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party, but felt overwhelmed by the crowds, planning and the price? Disney World is giving you another much more low key way to celebrate those ghouls at Hollywood Studios! Minnie’s Halloween Dine at Hollywood and Vine is a dinner event held in Hollywood Studio’s restaurant, called Hollywood and Vine. It will be offered from September 12 through November 6, 2016. This is a full buffet dinner with Minnie along with her best pals: Mickey, Donald, Daisy and Goofy. They’ll all visit Minnie at…
By Rebecca Joy (Updated July 2018) Disney World is in the middle of an area that is known for it’s plentiful mosquitoes. However most people notice that they rarely get bitten when they’re at Disney. Are you heading to Disney World, but wondering about mosquitoes, and viruses such as Zika? That’s a reasonable concern and even Disney has taken notice and taken action. At Walt Disney World they’re now offering guests free insect repellent. What’s does this mean? Are Zika and other mosquito borne illnesses really a concern for those visiting Disney World? First let’s talk about what Disney is Doing…
Hey Disney friends, This is Stephen Ashley. We’re really happy to bring to you some awesome podcasts by our friend Nicholas Groome, AKA The Disney Dude. Here’s Nicholas: Welcome back Dudes and Dudettes. Here’s Episode 5 of The Disney Dude, and I am your host the Disney Dude Himself, Nick Groome. I hope you enjoyed the last episode where the fine folks from Modern Mouse Radio and The Mickey Dudes podcast, along with your humble host, discussed some of the crazy rumors that are making the rounds. If you are a fan of Disney World gossip be sure to check it out…
Hey Disney friends, This is Stephen Ashley. We’re really happy to bring to you some awesome podcasts by our friend Nicholas Groome, AKA The Disney Dude. Here’s Nicholas: Welcome back Dudes and Dudettes to Episode 3 of The Disney Dude. I am your host the Disney Dude Himself, Nick Groome. I hope you enjoyed the last episode where John Panda and I discussed in GREAT detail why Disney is in fact for Adults. It was definitely a blast and worth a listen. This week I am joined by an oddity in the Disney fandom, a first timer who just returned…
Hey Disney friends, This is Stephen Ashley. We’re really happy to bring to you some awesome podcasts by our friend Nicholas Groome, AKA The Disney Dude. Here’s Nicholas: Welcome back Dudes and Dudettes. This is Episode 2 of The Disney Dude. I am your host, the Disney Dude Himself, Nick Groome. I hope you enjoyed the last episode where my guest Michael Kay and I discussed why we love Disney as much as we do, along with a little insight into why I have chosen to start sharing my love for Disney with everyone else. If you are just joining…
Hey Disney friends, This is Stephen Ashley. We’re really happy to bring to you some awesome podcasts by our friend Nicholas Groome, AKA The Disney Dude. Here’s Nicholas: Welcome everyone to Episode 1 of The Disney Dude. I am your host The Disney Dude Himself, Nick Groome. Today is a very special Episode. It is the start of a journey that has been years in the making. I am finally able to share with the world, my thoughts and ideas regarding one of, if not my most favorite things, Disney. Now Disney means a lot of different things to a…
