Springtime weather is perfect for the Epcot Internal Flower and Garden Festival, it’s also the perfect time to celebrate Disney’s halfway to Halloween. The now annual event highlights Disney and Disney Park announcements for the upcoming Halloween season. This year promises to be bigger than ever, with fan favorites like Mickey’s No-So-Scary Halloween party returning to Walt Disney World Resort, The Oogie Boogie bash at Disneyland, and updates to the Disney Cruise Lines Halloween on the High Sea...
May 02, 2022•6 min
In the Disney animated film “Destino,” from which the tower takes its name, the immortal Chronos is in love with the mortal Dahlia. This passion shines through in the Dahlia Lounge, a convivial room that shares the tower’s rooftop with Tolédo – Tapas, Steaks & Seafood. The heroine inspires the lounge’s visual aesthetics – from dandelion chandeliers and metal bell accents to ceiling coffers with swirling patterns reminiscent of her flowing hair. Cocktails are crafted by expert mixologists, wh...
Apr 30, 2022•3 min•Ep. 298
Extra Magic Hours, Free Transportation To and From the Airport. Early Access to FastPass+ and Dining Reservations. Priority Theme-Park Admissions. Free Parking at Theme Parks. Recreational Privileges are all reasons to stay at a Disney Resort https://youtu.be/wb4JQAWRU_M
Apr 29, 2022•5 min•Ep. 297
The grand opening of the Gran Destino Tower at Disney Coronado Springs was the finishing touch on the re-imagined resort, including updates in all of the rooms. Get the inside scoop on what changes inside the rooms. https://youtu.be/vLYSICmo1qw
Apr 28, 2022•8 min•Ep. 296
The Three Bridges Bar and Grill at Coronado Springs serves as a central point connecting the resort via the 3 Bridges over the Villa Del Lago. We got a sneak peek at some of the menu before it opened to the public in 2019. Menu items are subject to change, check the My Disney Experience App for the latest menu items. https://youtu.be/wfbUzwJUOlE
Apr 26, 2022•8 min•Ep. 295
What does the Disney Institute Offer individuals and entire organizations? For over 30 years,. Disney Institute has helped business professionals learn the Disney approach to customer experience, leadership, employee engagement, and quality service. Offerings include professional development training courses, annual summits, private engagements for meeting and convention groups, and advisory services for entire organizations. This Video is the Walt Disney World "Disney on-demand" offering for th...
Apr 24, 2022•4 min•Ep. 294
The Seas with Nemo & Friends is located in the World Nature section of Walt Disney World’s Epcot, The original living seas pavilion opened in 1986. The attraction was rethemed in 2006 to the Seas with Nemo and Friends, Now you can go under the sea, without getting wet, board a clamobile and descend slowly below the waves, where Nemo’s friends swim through brightly colored coral reefs Dodge stinging jellyfish, underwater mines, a toothy anglerfish and an even toothier Bruce the shark. The Cat...
Apr 23, 2022•10 min•Ep. 293
THIS PROMOTIONAL MATERIAL IS USED BY DISNEY FOR THE PURPOSE OF SOLICITING SALES OF TIMESHARE INTERESTS. Walt Disney World in Room Television 2022 Imagine enjoying a lifetime of fairy tales, adventure, and magical memories - all while writing your own happily ever afters. See how you can make your family's vacation dreams come true, year after year, with Disney Vacation Club. https://youtu.be/eK3VZQO3v3M
Apr 22, 2022•21 min•Ep. 292
Inspiring everyone to believe in the magic that lives within them, “Disney Enchantment” features characters, moments, and music from cherished films from Walt Disney Animation Studios and Pixar Animation Studios. The show’s stirring soundtrack is anchored by an emotional original song, “You Are the Magic,” written and performed by multiple GRAMMY® winner Philip Lawrence, whose musical career began as a Disney cast member performing in Walt Disney World shows. Cinderella Castle is aswirl with sce...
Apr 21, 2022•17 min•Ep. 291
"Wonderful World of Animation", recently made its return to Walt Disney World's Hollywood Studios, Center Stage. Projected onto the Chinese Theater, the show chronicles the journey through 90 years of Disney and Pixar animations and includes blasts from the past and rarely seen characters as well as new favorites and classic stories. This show was recorded in April 2022 and has some updates from the original. https://youtu.be/yV3_aOeXVG0
Apr 12, 2022•13 min•Ep. 290
The Festival of the Lion King is an Animal Kingdom Must do for most, opening in 1998. The show was relocated from Camp Minnie-Mickey to an indoor seating location in Animal Kingdom’s Africa in 2014 to make way for Pandora the World of Avatar. The show isn’t a recreation of the movie, but rather a celebration of music and culture of the Lion King. Post pandemic, the show returned as "A Celebration of Festival of the Lion King” a modified version mindful of the continuing pandemic conditions at th...
Apr 09, 2022•27 min•Ep. 289
The Viva Gaia Street Band is back at Walt Disney World’s Animal Kingdom. Dance to the island rhythms as this multi-cultural street band mixes it up with energetic melodies, vibrant masquerade costumes, and unstoppable dance moves for everyone. Located in Animal Kingdoms Discovery Island, Viva Gaia Street Band is sure to get you and your family moving. This video features songs from two separate performances. Thanks for watching. https://youtu.be/Oz6_yD4ClGM
Apr 08, 2022•36 min•Ep. 288
I have been extremely fortunate to be able to participate in select media events at Walt Disney World. Collecting content and interviews to share with you! And I am grateful for your support in watching and subscribing to this channel. Every once in a while, those media events include a “special reception”. For the Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival, 2022 festival 2022 media was treated to Garden Reception in the United Kingdom Pavilion of Epcot’s World Showcase. That reception inclu...
Apr 04, 2022•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 287
Savor cinematic splendor under the stars with projections of classic Disney movie moments. Disney Movie Magic celebrates "The Hollywood that never was, but always will be…" The Projection Show originally debuted in early 2017, and recently returned post-pandemic closure with a few changes. This recording is from April 2022. https://youtu.be/TyWIOhQJbmU
Apr 02, 2022•12 min•Ep. 286
More Live entertainment returns to Walt Disney World. In the Anandapur village of Disney’s Animal Kingdom, you can once again discover exotic tunes that become increasingly mesmerizing, tranquil, and stirring. The simmering sounds of traditional Indian melodies performed by Chakranadi on the sitar, a 19 sitar interment with moveable frets, dating back to the days of the Maharaja and the beliefs that Music and Nature are deeply connected, and each note of the musical scale originated with a diffe...
Apr 01, 2022•20 min•Ep. 285
Located in the Animation Courtyard, Disney Junior Dance Party recently returned to daily entertainment at Disney Hollywood Studios. Show off your dance moves, catch some bubbles and laugh yourself silly at this fun-filled party featuring your favorite Disney Junior Characters and music. Show off your moves, catch bubbles and laugh yourself silly at a fun-filled party featuring favorite Disney Junior Characters and music. Get in the groove on the dance floor as DJ Deejay gets the celebration star...
Mar 26, 2022•12 min•Ep. 284
As part of the Walt Disney World 50th, Anniversary Celebration Walt Disney World theme park icons are transformed into magnificent Beacons of Magic, coming to Life with their own EARidescent glow. Epcot’s Spaceship earth is among those Icons. As originally promised the Epcot lighting will continue beyond the 50th anniversary as a new defining feature of the park. This is a 45-minute-long look at Spaceship earth during the Epcot Flower and Garden Festival 2022, including the newest addition - Col...
Mar 25, 2022•48 min•Ep. 283
When you travel with Adventures by Disney, a leader in guided group family travel, you do more than sightseeing. You experience firsthand the people, places, and cultures of our world. There’s no need for exhaustive trip planning, mapping out where your family’s going next, or worrying about luggage. All of that is handled for you. You’ll have two Adventure Guides giving you VIP treatment throughout your vacation. Adventures by Disney plans active, immersive experiences that everyone in your fam...
Mar 24, 2022•15 min•Ep. 282
Samantha brown brings us her favorite Disney picks, in both Walt Disney World and Disneyland. Attractions, Restaurants, Characters, Snack Food, Resorts plus tips that Samantha has learned from all of her experiences at Disney parks. This special was produced in 2010 and has been digitally enhanced. https://youtu.be/RCnbnuWQDbU
Mar 20, 2022•43 min•Ep. 281
Disney Springs, at the Walt Disney World Resort in Orland Florida, is a transformative and uniquely Disney retail, dining, and entertainment complex that makes it possible to relax, escape and be joyful together through one-of-a-kind experiences. Shop for unique brands and the one-of-a-kind Disney finds. Pick up delicious quick bites or dine at your choice of amazing award-winning chef-inspired restaurants, all while experiencing unrivaled entertainment and incredible views like nowhere else. ht...
Mar 19, 2022•12 min•Ep. 280
Jam along to live music at the Garden Rocks Concert Series, featuring a blend of chart-topping musical acts, and Orlando's blossoming local talent. https://youtu.be/XqU-iDC-avs
Mar 18, 2022•4 min•Ep. 279
What's new at the Epcot Flower and Garden Festival 2022? It's the Story Behind the Story with Disney Horticulture. https://youtu.be/ahqxGBH-W20
Mar 14, 2022•7 min•Ep. 278
Epcot Flower and Garden Festival 2022 official merchandise. Merchandise can be found at the Port of Entry and Official Festival merchandise locations all around World Showcase. Official merchandise includes Orange Bird, Mickey Mouse Home Garden, Spike the Bee, and coming soon. Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse and Figments Garden. https://youtu.be/YOO3ul3eWH0
Mar 13, 2022•5 min•Ep. 277
Let your taste buds blossom with the fresh flavors of the Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival Outdoor Kitchens. Chef Kevin gives us the highlights of the 2022 Festival, this time on Sam's Disney Diary. https://youtu.be/KDQDjc3m9xE
Mar 12, 2022•8 min•Ep. 276
More entertainment has returned to Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom, and we were there for the first return performance of Mickey’s Magical Friendship Fair, an updated version of Mickey’s Royal Friendship Faire including a new opening number for Walt Disney World’s 50th anniversary. The show takes place multiple times a day on the Cinderella Castle Stage. Staring the Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Daisy, and Goofy the show celebrates classic and contemporary Disney Characters in a magical, musical ext...
Mar 10, 2022•24 min•Ep. 275
Can't Miss Disney, the New Disney Must Do If you are like me, one of the first things you do when you get to your room at the Walt Disney World Resort is looking for the "Must Do Disney" channel, or in the updates room, the Can't-Miss Disney Channel. This is what you would have seen in your room if you had visited during the 50th Anniversary Celebration. This video was captured in March 2022. Extraordinary things are happening at the Walt Disney World Resort, a celebration 50 years in the making...
Mar 09, 2022•33 min•Ep. 274
Everything on the Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser is connected. Every detail has a back story, and every experience is more than what it appears on the surface. To me, that is the beauty of the experience. The beauty of a two-day adventure on the Halcyon is experiencing the unexpected. It is your You’re Story. During your two-day adventure, you choose how deep you want to get into the storyline, into the back story, or not. Lightsaber Training, for example, looks pretty cool on the surface, and i...
Mar 07, 2022•14 min•Ep. 273
During your two-day adventure on the Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser you are sure to have questions, questions about the ship, it does have a 275-year history, questions about your voyage, or questions about other crew members aboard. D3-O9 is your personal in-cabin assistance droid, always at the ready to help you with any question. D3-O9 is a talkative droid guest may see on vidscreens. Her primary responsibility is running ship logistics, so she knows everyone and everything happening on board...
Mar 05, 2022•8 min•Ep. 272
During the Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser Media event, members of various News and Blog outlets were invited to a reception and media panel for the launch of the Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser. The panel took place the day before the 4-hour media preview, and two days before youtube was full of bloggers with opinions of the experience. This is the FULL audio from that opening panel, video recording wasn't allowed, but I did get permission to release this audio, along with images from the panel a...
Mar 04, 2022•59 min•Ep. 271
During the recent Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser Media Event, I was able to ask Jaren Sell, Project Manager, and Dan Brookwell, Production Designer about their experiences working on both Star Wars Galaxy's Edge and the Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser. https://youtu.be/_yL8Zv-sDVg
Mar 01, 2022•9 min•Ep. 270
