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Magic Kingdom Parks 

Walt Disney World Celebrates 50 years

February 24, 2021February 24, 2021 themeparkdadkeith 35 Views 0 Comments 50th Celebration, MagicBoundTravel, Walt Disney World

Walt Disney World will be starting it’s 18th month celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Walt Disney World Resort.

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Cabana Bay Resort

December 14, 2020December 14, 2020 themeparkdadkeith 87 Views 0 Comments

Recently on our stay at Universal Orlando Resort we had the privilege of staying at the Loews Cabana bay Resort.

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Dining Snacks 

-Now Open Again – The Little Known Spring Roll Cart at Magic Kingdom

October 7, 2020October 7, 2020 themeparkdadtim 76 Views 0 Comments food, Food cart, Magic Kingdom, Snacks, Spring roll, Spring rolls

One of the great things about living close to Disney and being an annual passholder is getting to take my

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Busch Gardens 

Busch Gardens Tampa Opening June 11

June 9, 2020June 9, 2020 themeparkdadtim 64 Views 0 Comments Busch gardens, Busch Gardens Tampa

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay announced it is reopening on June 11 under a reservation system to limit park capacity. All

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Dollywood 

Reopening of Dollywood and Dollywood’s Splash Country

June 8, 2020June 8, 2020 themeparkdadkeith 75 Views 0 Comments Dollywood

Dollywood has released the dates for the reopening of the Smokies friendlies theme parks. Dollywood and Dollywood’s Splash Country will

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Uncategorized 

Shanghai Disneyland to Reopen

May 6, 2020May 6, 2020 themeparkdadkeith 80 Views 0 Comments

In a letter to the Disney Parks Blog, Dr Pamela Hymel speaks of Shanghi Disneyland reopening on May 11th. In

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Easter Eggs Resort Uncategorized 

2019 Easter Eggs at the Grand Floridian

April 12, 2020April 12, 2020 themeparkdads 66 Views 0 Comments Decorations, Easter Eggs, Eggs, Grand Floridian, Walt Disney World

Please let us know in your comments what your favorite Egg is?  

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Epcot Parks Spaceship Earth 

Spaceship Earth Closing May 26th

February 26, 2020February 26, 2020 themeparkdadkeith 66 Views 0 Comments Epcot, Spaceship Earth, Walt Disney World

Spaceship Earth at Epcot is a park icon that visitors will see when they get within a couple miles of

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Hollywood Studios Rise of the Resistance Star Wars Galaxy's Edge 

Boarding Group Return Time Changed For Rise Of The Resistance At Disney’s Hollywood Studios

January 27, 2020February 26, 2020 themeparkdadkeith 59 Views 0 Comments Disney, Hollywood Studios, Rise of the Resistance, Walt Disney World

  Disney has reportedly made a major change to the way it does boarding groups for Star Wars: Rise of

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runDisney 

Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend – A Family Event

January 23, 2020January 23, 2020 themeparkdads 58 Views 0 Comments 10k, 5k, Disney, Disney World, Dopey Challenge, halfmarathon, marathon, race, rundisney, running, Walt Disney World

Have you ever wondered what it is like to participate in a runDisney weekend? Check out this guest post by our friend and fellow theme park dad, Jonathan Black.

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Busch Gardens Fun Card 

Buy Busch Gardens, Get Adventure Island Free

January 9, 2020 themeparkdadkeith 66 Views 0 Comments Adventure Island, Busch Gardens Tampa, Funcard, themeparkdads

2020 Fun Card Busch Gardens Tampa Bay + Get Adventure Island FREE Right now at Busch Gardens when you pay for one

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Dining Epcot Quickservice Uncategorized 

Regal Eagle Smokehouse Coming to Epcot

January 8, 2020 themeparkdadtim 66 Views 0 Comments americanadventurepavilion, Americanpavilion, Dining, Disney, Disney World, Epcot, Quick service, quick service restaurant, themeparkdads, Walt Disney World

What can be more American than barbecue! Regal Eagle Smokehouse: Craft Drafts & Barbecue is coming to…

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Resort Resorts 

New Room Discount Drops Today at Walt Disney World!!!

January 6, 2020 themeparkdadkeith 63 Views 0 Comments

Room Discounts Are Here! Disney just released a discount on rooms for spring and summer. Participating Disney Deluxe Villas –

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Dollywood Season Pass 

Special Pricing For Dollywood Seasonal Passes Ends today!!!!

January 5, 2020 themeparkdadkeith 81 Views 0 Comments

Today is the last day to take advantage of Dollywood special pricing on their season passes. If you’re getting the

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Dining Free Dining Uncategorized 

Free Dining Plans at Walt Disney World!!!!

January 2, 2020January 2, 2020 themeparkdadkeith 62 Views 0 Comments

Disney announced today that they are offering free dining plans at the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida. To

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Magic Kingdom Nighttime Shows Special Events Uncategorized 

#DisneyParksLIVE: Fantasy in the Sky Fireworks Dec. 31 at 11:45 p.m. ET

December 31, 2019February 26, 2020 themeparkdadkeith 65 Views 0 Comments

If you are like us you love Disney and would love to go to Disney on New Year’s Eve to

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Guest Experience 

Going to Disney for Something It Does Not Have

October 18, 2019 themeparkdadtim 73 Views 0 Comments behind the scenes, Disney, disney magic, Disney World, mosquito control, mosquitos, outdoors, themeparkdads, Walt Disney World

One of my favorite reasons to go to Disney is for something it doesn’t have. What would that be?

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Disney Skyliner 

Disney Skyline Resumes Operation….

October 14, 2019 themeparkdadkeith 261 Views 0 Comments Disney Skyliner, Epcot, Hollywood Studios, themeparkdads, Walt Disney World

After more than a week and with some testing, the Disney Skyliner has officially reopened. Starting today (October 14, 2019),

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Dining Epcot Festivals 

Food Finds at the Epcot Food & Wine Festival

September 23, 2019 themeparkdadtim 62 Views 0 Comments cheesecake, Disney, Disney World, Epcot, epcot food and wine festival, food, themeparkdads, Walt Disney World

Here are my Top 6 Food & Wine Festival finds from this past weekend. My number 1 is so good I am going to get it every time I go back to the festival.

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Uncategorized Universal Orlando Wizarding World of Harry Potter 

Dark Arts at Hogwarts Castle at Universal Resort Orlando

September 15, 2019September 15, 2019 themeparkdadkeith 68 Views 0 Comments Dark Arts, Universal Orlando, Wizarding World of Hary Potter

Starting September 14th through November 15th you can experience the Dark Arts at Hogwarts Castle at Hogsmeade inside the Universal

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Calendar 

Disney Calendar Week of 9/15/19

September 13, 2019February 26, 2020 themeparkdadtim 58 Views 0 Comments Animal Kingdon, Disney, Disney World, Epcot, Hollywood Studios, Magic Kingdom, MNSSHP, themeparkdads, Walt Disney World

Magic Kingdom is so much fun in the fall. Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is happening on three different nights this week. Visit themeparkdads.com for details on happenings at all the parks.

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Resort Uncategorized 

Walker Mobility Scooter Rental

September 9, 2019September 9, 2019 themeparkdadkeith 70 Views 0 Comments Pink Scooter, Pop Century Resort, Scooter Rental, Walker Mobility, Walt Disney World

Recently while attending Walt Disney World my family stayed on property at the Pop Century Resort. This for us was

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Star Wars Galaxy's Edge 

Thoughts and Video of Opening Day at Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge

August 30, 2019 themeparkdadtim 54 Views 0 Comments Batuu, Disney, Disney World, galaxy's edge, Hollywood Studios, opening day, Star Wars Galaxy's Edge, themeparkdads, Walt Disney World

I went to Galaxy’s Edge on opening day and here is what to expect if you go during the early first few days. First of all, be prepared to…

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Dining 

Budget Disney Meals

August 25, 2019August 25, 2019 themeparkdadkeith 57 Views 0 Comments Animal Kingdon, Burger, Disney, eating, Epcot, food, Hollywood Studios, Hotdog, Magic Kingdom, Pizza, Quick service, quick service restaurant, Walt Disney World

When going to Disney most people will try to save money on food. One way you can save some money

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Magic Kingdom 

Sensory Break Areas in Magic Kingdom

August 14, 2019August 14, 2019 themeparkdadtim 58 Views 0 Comments Autism, Cognitive Disabilities, Disabilities, Disney, Intellectual Disabilities, Magic Kingdom, Sensory Breaks, Sensory Issues, themeparkdads, Walt Disney World

For guests with sensory disorders the thought of going to a crowded theme park can be  overwhelming. Here at Theme Park Dads we want to help take some of the mystery out…

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Hollywood Studios Magic Kingdom Photopass Uncategorized 

New Photos at Magic Kingdom and Hollywood Studios

August 11, 2019August 11, 2019 themeparkdads 78 Views 0 Comments Hollywood Studios, Magic Kingdom, Memory Maker, Photopass, themeparkdads, Twilight Zone Tower of Terror, Walt Disney World

Disney is releasing a series of animated or moving photos at Walt Disney World. We had the fun experience of

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Animal Kingdom Busch Gardens Dining Epcot Hollywood Studios Magic Kingdom MagicBands Resort Uncategorized Universal Orlando 

Annual Pass vs. Single Day Admission

August 10, 2019 themeparkdadkeith 56 Views 0 Comments Animal Kingdom, Annual Passholder, Busch gardens, Epcot, Hollywood Studios, Magic Kingdom, themeparkdads, Walt Disney World

So recently I have been asked whether I thought you should buy an annual pass or 4 single day park

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Dining Epcot Table- Service Uncategorized 

Takumi-Tei Restaurant Now Open in Japan Pavilion at Epcot

August 7, 2019 themeparkdadkeith 65 Views 0 Comments Dining, Epcot, restaurants, Takumi-Tei, Walt Disney World, World Showcase

Takumi-Tei restaurant is a new dining experience located in Epcot at the Japanese Pavilion. This upscale Japanese restaurant was built

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Hollywood Studios Star Wars Galaxy's Edge Uncategorized 

Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge Map Now On My Disney Experience App

August 5, 2019August 5, 2019 themeparkdadtim 53 Views 0 Comments Disney, Disney World, galaxy's edge, Hollywood Studios, Star wars, Star Wars Galaxy's Edge, SWGE, themeparkdads, Walt Disney World

If you are like me and explore the My Disney Experience App even when you have no reason to do

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Universal Orlando Universal's Epic Universe 

Universal’s Epic Universe To Be Third Universal Theme Park In Orlando

August 1, 2019August 1, 2019 themeparkdadtim 46 Views 0 Comments themeparkdads, Universal, Universal Orlando, Universal's Epic Universe

Universal announced at the Orange County Convention Center today they are developing a third theme park call Universal’s Epic Universe.

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Dining Free Dining 

Disney Announces Free Dining Plan Dates for Fall 2019

July 17, 2019July 17, 2019 themeparkdadtim 60 Views 0 Comments Dining, Disney, Disney World, eating, food, Resort Dining, themeparkdads, Walt Disney World

There is a good reason to be excited about the free dining plan dates for fall 2019 Disney announced on

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Animal Kingdom Nighttime Shows 

Rivers of Light: We Are One

May 26, 2019May 28, 2019 themeparkdadkeith 62 Views 0 Comments Animal Kingdom, rivers of light, themeparkdads, Walt Disney World

“Rivers of Light: We are One” is the next evolution of this wonderful night time show at Animal Kingdom. If

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Resort 

Disney Travel Agents

May 25, 2019 themeparkdadkeith 61 Views 0 Comments Animal Kingdon, Dining, Disney Travel Agents, Epcot, Hollywood Studios, Magic Kingdom, Walt Disney World

When Theme Park Dads look to stay on site at Disney, Universal or any other Orlando Resort, we book through

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MagicBands Uncategorized 

Upgrade Your MagicBand

May 13, 2019May 13, 2019 themeparkdadtim 51 Views 0 Comments Disney, MagicBands, upgrade, Walt Disney World, waltdisneyworld

It’s like Christmas for the whole family when you open that package in the mail. You know the one I

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Star Wars Galaxy's Edge Uncategorized 

New Extra, Extra Magic Hours to Coincide with the Opening of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge

May 7, 2019 themeparkdadtim 49 Views 0 Comments Disney, Disney World, extramagichours, galaxy's edge, Hollywood Studios, Star wars, themeparkdads, Walt Disney World

We have some great news from the Disney Parks Blog for fans looking forward to the opening of Star Wars:

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30th Anniversary Hollywood Studios Uncategorized 

30th Anniversary at Hollywood Studios

May 2, 2019May 2, 2019 themeparkdadkeith 66 Views 0 Comments Dining, Disney, Hollywood Studios, Nighttime Show, Resort Dining, Star wars, Toy Story 4, Toy Story Land, Walt Disney World

This month kicks off the 30th anniversary of the opening of Hollywood Studios. For this event Disney is selling some

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Hollywood Studios Toy Story Land Uncategorized 

210 Minute Wait!!!!!

May 2, 2019May 2, 2019 themeparkdads 66 Views 0 Comments Disney, Hollywood Studios, Mine Train Ride, Slink Dog Dash, themeparkdads, Toy Story Land

Recently while at Hollywood Studios we went and hung out in Toy Story Land to ride Slinky Dog Dash. Now

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Dining Quickservice Resort Snacks Uncategorized 

Art of Animation Resort

April 25, 2019 themeparkdadkeith 46 Views 0 Comments Art of Animation Resort, Resort Dining, themeparkdads, Walt Disney World

We are staying at the Art of Animation Resort at Walt Disney World in Orlando Florida. This resort hotel has

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Magic Kingdom Uncategorized 

Napping under the Big Top at the Magic Kingdom

April 18, 2019April 18, 2019 themeparkdadkeith 54 Views 0 Comments Circus tent, fantasyland, Magic Kingdom, Napping, Restrooms, tomorrowland, Train

We found out early on with our daughter that if you plan to go all day at a theme park

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Top 7 Free Things to Do at Walt Disney World

April 17, 2019April 17, 2019 themeparkdadtim 46 Views 0 Comments animals, boardwalk, Character, Disney, Disney Springs, Disney's Boardwalk, Fort Wilderness, Free, Grand Floridian, Music, themeparkdads, Transportation, Walt Disney World

Did you know there are actually quite a few things you can do at Disney without going into the parks

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Disney Music on Apple Music

April 16, 2019April 17, 2019 themeparkdadkeith 66 Views 0 Comments Animal Kingdom, Apple Music, Disney, Epcot, Hollywood Studios, Magic Kingdom, Music

Do you like listening to Disney Parks music? Well if you do then I have great news for you. If

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Busch Gardens Uncategorized 

Take on Tigris at Busch Gardens

April 15, 2019 themeparkdadkeith 67 Views 0 Comments Busch gardens, gwazi, rollercoaster, Tigris

Busch Gardens Tampa is bring the newest thrill ride rollercoaster called Tigris. Tigris is a touted as the Florida’s tallest

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Epcot Nighttime Shows Uncategorized 

New Epcot Night Spectaculars

April 14, 2019 themeparkdadkeith 57 Views 0 Comments Epcot, Epcot Forever, Fireworks, Illuminations, Lasers

Disney announced recently that they will end the 20 year run of “Illuminations: Reflection of Earth” on September 30, 2019.

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Dining Quickservice 

Tonga Toast: Yummy Sweet Breakfast Goodness

April 12, 2019 themeparkdadtim 58 Views 0 Comments Dining, eating, food, Polynesian, Polynesian Resort, Quick service, quick service restaurant, Resort Dining, themeparkdads, Tonga Toast, Walt Disney World

Tonga Toast is a very popular breakfast dish at Disney’s Polynesian Resort and for good reason. It is a square

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Magic Kingdom 

The Purple Wall in Magic Kingdom

April 11, 2019 themeparkdadtim 142 Views 0 Comments Disney, Magic Kingdom, purplewall, tomorrowland, Walt Disney World

Have you heard of the Purple Wall in Magic Kingdom? It’s called the Purple Wall because it’s, as you might

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Epcot Festivals 

Dates Announced for the 2019 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival and Epcot International Festival of the Holidays

April 11, 2019 themeparkdadtim 42 Views 0 Comments 2019 epcot food and wine festival, Disney, eating, Epcot, epcot food and wine festival, food, food and wine festival, themeparkdads, Walt Disney World

The 2019 Epcot International Food and Wine Festival will run from August 29 through November 23. At 87 days it

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Hollywood Studios Toy Story Land 

Jessie’s Critter Carousel Now Open @ Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure Park

April 10, 2019April 10, 2019 themeparkdads 50 Views 0 Comments

A new ride in California has opened called Jessie’s Critter Carousel. The new ride is located at Pixar Pier in

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Magic Kingdom 

Harmony Barbershop @ Disney Magic Kingdom

April 8, 2019April 8, 2019 themeparkdadkeith 53 Views 0 Comments harmony Barbershop, Magic Kingdom, Main Street U.S.A., Walt Disney World

Ever go on vacation and realize you forgot to get a haircut? Maybe you’re like me and you just like

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Uncategorized 

April’s 2019 Sweet Treats @ Disney Parks Coast to Coast

April 7, 2019April 7, 2019 themeparkdadkeith 55 Views 0 Comments

This month both Disneyland Resort in California and Walt Disney World Resort in Florida will be having special treats. The

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Tweetsie 

Tweetsie Railroad Now Open

April 7, 2019 themeparkdadkeith 51 Views 0 Comments ghost train, trains, tweetsie christmas, tweetsie railroad

Tweetsie Railroad is now open! The famous high country theme park opened April 5th 2019 for the season which will

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Uncategorized 

Meet Bo Peep @ Hollywood Studios and Other Disney Parks this Summer

April 5, 2019April 5, 2019 themeparkdadkeith 51 Views 0 Comments

Pixar’s Toy Story 4 is set to release this summer. If you have been watching the trailers then you have

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Dining 

7 Best Character Meals

April 3, 2019April 5, 2019 themeparkdadkeith 60 Views 0 Comments 1900 Park Fare, Animal Kingdom, Artist Point, Buffett, Character, Character Dining, Dining, Epcot, Grand Floridian, Hollywood Studios, Prince, Princess, Star wars, themeparkdads, Trattoria al Forno, Tusker House

#7 Tusker House Number seven on my list is the Tusker House at Animal Kingdom. This is a breakfast experience,

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Magic Kingdom Special Events 

Select Disney After Hours Events at Magic Kingdom this Summer to Feature Disney Villains

April 3, 2019April 5, 2019 themeparkdadtim 71 Views 0 Comments Disney After Hours, Disney Villains, Magic Kingdom, Special Events

For those of you unfamiliar with Disney After Hours, it is an opportunity for guests to experience the parks for

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Uncategorized 

Breaking News: Disney Announces New Star Wars Crossover Movie With Marvel

April 1, 2019April 1, 2019 themeparkdadtim 34 Views 0 Comments

Disney made a major announcement earlier today regarding what will be its largest movie project ever. Filming is set to

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Dining Uncategorized 

Popcorn, Get your Popcorn….

March 20, 2019March 29, 2019 themeparkdadkeith 98 Views 0 Comments 2019 popcorn bucket, buckets, kettle corn, popcorn, refillable popcorn

Greasy fingers One of the best things, whether you’re going to a movie or a theme park, popcorn has to

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Uncategorized 

Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge to Open in Two Phases

March 19, 2019March 20, 2019 themeparkdadtim 44 Views 0 Comments

Disney Parks Blog announced earlier this month that Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge will open on May 31 at Disneyland Resort

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The American Adventure
Uncategorized 

Every Outdoor Kitchen Menu at the 2019 Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival

March 17, 2019March 20, 2019 themeparkdadtim 44 Views 0 Comments

What looks good to you?

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2019 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival

March 17, 2019March 17, 2019 themeparkdadkeith 58 Views 0 Comments
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Uncategorized 

Don’t Be That Dad: The Forced Fun Dad

March 15, 2019February 26, 2020 themeparkdadtim 41 Views 2 Comments

So, you are going to spend a lot of money on a vacation to Walt Disney World because you love

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Resorts 

Camping @ Disney

March 15, 2019March 20, 2019 themeparkdadkeith 54 Views 3 Comments Camping, Disney, Fort Wilderness, Pool, Resort Dining, Transportation

One of the questions I get asked a lot is “is camping at Disney worth it” The answer is yes.

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