Month: November 2011
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Review: Disneyland Adventures for Xbox 360
Disneyland Adventures is being released November 15 for the Xbox 360 with Kinect. This isn’t typically something we would cover here on the DIS Unplugged, but after testing out this game at the D23 Expo in August, I knew I had to play this game again…and definitely had to tell you all about it. In the…
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Walt Disney World Tests New Technology at the Turnstiles
Walt Disney World is testing new technology for admission to their theme parks. Currently the test is taking place at Epcot. The new system requires no turnstiles.
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Roaring, Snoring, and Touring at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park
Our family has seen “The Lion King” countless times – in the theater, on stage, in 3D, and at home. We rushed to see Disneynature’s African Cats and help “Save the Savanna.” Therefore, when we had a chance to see the big cats during a sleepover experience at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park, we couldn’t resist. Continue after the…
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Theme Parks Help Drive “Record Revenue” for Fiscal Year 2011
The Walt Disney Company released its fourth quarter and year end earnings report today. In a conference call to discuss the results, Disney CEO Bob Iger proudly said Disney had “record revenue, net income and earnings per share” for FY 2011. Revenue from Theme Parks and Resorts, particularly domestic parks, contributed to the profitable year. …
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The Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights 2011
One of the favorite traditions at our house is visiting the Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. We have been enjoying them since our first visit to Walt Disney World in 1995. You can enjoy them too through January 7, 2012. The show will be dark on December 8, 2011.
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Sneak Peek! “DREAM-y” Holidays Arrive at Disney Cruise Line!
We all love how Disney transforms their parks and resorts for the Holiday season. When vacationing on the Disney Cruise Line during the holidays, guests find that same magical decor! Disney’s newest ship, the Disney Dream, is joining in the festivities for the very first time this week! Guests sailing out of Port Canaveral will…
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Cinderella’s Holiday Wish debuts at Magic Kingdom
I was there when they turned on these beautiful lights on at Cinderella Castle for the first time last week. If you have the opportunity to be at Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World or Disneyland during the holidays, don’t miss this! The castle is lit every night so be sure to check the times…