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by Staff Sea Rescue and The Wildlife Docs are new this weekend! On the Emmy-nominated Sea Rescue, two California sea lions have fishing line wrapped around their necks and it looks like a death sentence for these unfortunate animals until the SeaWorld rescue team steps in to help. Then rescuers help a stranded, sunburned bottlenose dolphin in Florida and they must provide months of round-the-clock care to get him better. On The Wildlife Docs A mysterious growth inside Horst, an orangutan at Busch Gardens Tampa, has the Wildlife Docs concerned and a crucial procedure must be done to get him back in the swing of things. Then, watch the clever way The Wildlife Docs work with the meerkat medical check-ups while creating a brand new habitat for these cute and cunning critters. Sea Rescue and The Wildlife Docs air nationally on ABC on Saturday mornings during “Litton’s Weekend Adventure” and are among the most popular Saturday morning shows. Sea Rescue has been rated #1 in its timeslot in a number of major US markets and the shows have surpassed viewership of over 180 million. Time is subject to change so be sure to check your local listings.
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Then when a family discovers a desperately ill bottlenose dolphin in Alabama, his odds of survival don’t look good but a dedicated rehab team works to give “Chance” the dolphin a second chance at life. On The Wildlife Docs it’s time for a baby update! Out on the Serengeti Plain, we check in on a baby Grevy zebra named Stitch, the baby rhinoceros Jasiri and two giraffe calves… Tina and Arrow. Next it’s the five cats… three tigers cubs and two lion cubs. Plus, who could forget Jep, the baby kangaroo who had to be hand-raised? And finally, Catalina, the wattled crane. You will be amazed at how they’ve grown!
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I’ve enjoyed hearing from guests who are just as excited as me for the new Haunted Mansion products coming this fall to Disney Parks . As it turns out, Madame Leota and the 999 happy haunts from the Haunted Mansion attraction have also received your sympathetic vibrations. This fall, they are gathering to open a new merchandise destination in Liberty Square at Magic Kingdom Park in Florida. The new merchandise shop will be located in the current Yankee Trader shop , which will have its last day of operation on July 27, 2014. Inspired by Madame Leota, the new location will carry select items from the upcoming Haunted Mansion Authentic program including apparel, home goods, souvenirs, and more. Final arrangements are still being made, so I invite you to keep watching the Disney Parks Blog in the coming months. I can’t wait to share additional details about this new destination for all things Haunted Mansion. For more on merchandise inspired by the Haunted Mansion at Disney Parks, visit the links below:
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Walking in a Wyoming Winter Wonderland with Adventures by Disney

Ever wanted to “mush” your way through the snow-covered Wyoming wilderness or witness the erupting geysers at Yellowstone National Park? This summer heat might have you thinking of escaping to a “winter wonderland,” and with Adventures by Disney you can experience your own snow-filled family adventure to Jackson Hole and Yellowstone National Park during the winter holiday season. Take your family on this five-day, four-night journey through the natural beauty of the Wyoming landscape where you’ll enjoy an evening sleigh ride, dine inside a cozy tepee and watch the sunset over the Teton Mountains. View the wonders of the famed geyser Old Faithful and enjoy a night full of s’mores and storytelling! Spend a morning learning the art of “mushing” as you guide a team of sled dogs through the powdery terrain. Afterward, relax in the rejuvenating natural granite hot springs. And throughout your vacation, be on the lookout for some local residents that roam the area like bison, elks, bald eagles, coyotes, and even moose! With your Winter in Wyoming adventure, your two Adventure Guides will take care of all the planning, ensuring that you and your family make memories that will last a lifetime.
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As soon as Brer Fox and Brer Bear got wind that Brer Rabbit was leaving his briar patch and setting out for an adventure, they decided to trap and catch him. Luckily for Brer Rabbit, he was able to trick Brer Bear into springing Brer Fox’s hastily devised rabbit trap. This made Brer Fox so furious that Brer Rabbit decided to play another trick on the two, and he began to tell them about a secret “laughing place” that only he knew about. Sure enough, Brer Bear and Brer Fox followed that rabbit right to the foot of a twin oak tree … But instead of finding a laughing place, all Brer Bear found was honeybees. Suddenly, the rotted old tree gave way with a snap and pitched Brer Fox and Brer Bear into a darkened, water-filled cavern, buzzing with hundreds of angry bees. Brer Rabbit laughed and laughed at the prank he’d played on the two scoundrels. Unfortunately for Brer Rabbit, however, he tended to laugh just a little too long at his own joke and before he knew what was happening, Brer Fox captured that hapless hare. Brer Rabbit was dragged by the ears up to the top of Chick-A-Pin Hill, where Brer Fox’s lair was hidden in a hollowed log that jutted out over the mighty Splash Mountain waterfall.
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Eight Delectable Disney Parks Treats for National Ice Cream Day

But for National Ice Cream Day, we’re stepping out with some ice cream creations you may not have tried. Here are eight favorites that are a little more creative than a double dip of vanilla or chocolate: If you’re lucky enough to find yourself dining at California Grill at Disney’s Contemporary Resort on National Ice Cream Day, order the Sundae Sampler, a mini-trio with Frangelico toffee mousse, a float with root-beer flavored ice cream and homemade vanilla soda and a “banana split” (mousse, fresh roasted pineapple, fresh strawberries, whipped cream, candied peanuts, chocolate sauce and a cherry). You won’t want to share. Run, don’t walk, to try the chocolate macaron sandwich at L’Artisan des Glaces at the France pavilion at Epcot . A crunchy chocolate cookie sandwich with dark chocolate ice cream made right there, it’s simply divine. There are 16 flavors, but, seriously, that chocolate-chocolate sensation is a must. Another favorite? The hand-pressed brioche ice cream sandwich.
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Do you want to build a snowman? How about building a larger-than-life Olaf out of sand, all in a minute or less? Opening week of “ Frozen Summer Fun LIVE! at Disney’s Hollywood Studios ” featured expert sand sculptors building the summer-loving snowman in front of the theme park. We tagged along with a time-lapse camera to let you see how the lovable Olaf took shape at the hands of these master artisans. For more information about “Frozen” fun this summer, see the posts below:
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"Sea Rescue" is New This Saturday! by Staff Comments Be sure to catch a new episode of the Emmy-nominated Sea Rescue this weekend! Rescuers respond to a bottlenose dolphin that is tangled up in fishing line in Florida, causing a life-threatening injury. This animal’s predicament captures the hearts of 3rd and 4th grade students a thousand miles away and now they’re rooting for Seymour the dolphin every step of the way. Sea Rescue airs nationally on ABC on Saturday mornings during “Litton’s Weekend Adventure” and is among the most popular Saturday morning shows. Sea Rescue and its companion show, The Wildlife Docs , comprise the #1 rated block on Saturday mornings and are consistently rated #1 in the top ten U.S. markets including the four largest: New York, Los Angeles, Chicago and Philadelphia. Currently in its third season, Sea Rescue has been seen by more than 120 million viewers. Time is subject to change so be sure to check your local listings. For more information about Sea Rescue and The Wildlife Docs visit www.seaworldkids.com .
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New Episodes of "Sea Rescue" and "The Wildlife Docs" Return This Weekend! by Staff New episodes of Sea Rescue and The Wildlife Docs return this weekend! On the Emmy-nominated Sea Rescue, a rescue team faces the challenge of cutting away fishing gear from a baby humpback whale with its protective mother right there by its side. Then an epic rescue effort is underway when a manatee called Chessie wanders so far north the cold winter temperatures put his life in grave danger. On The Wildlife Docs, a pair of African lion sisters, part of Busch Gardens’ oldest pride, must undergo a medical examination. Then, discover the difference between a turtle and a tortoise when the park's red-footed tortoise and snapping turtle both need to visit The Wildlife Docs. Sea Rescue and The Wildlife Docs air nationally on ABC on Saturday mornings during “Litton’s Weekend Adventure” and are among the most popular Saturday morning shows. Sea Rescue has been rated #1 in its time slot in a number of major US markets and the shows have surpassed viewership of over 180 million. Time is subject to change so be sure to check your local listings. For more information about Sea Rescue and The Wildlife Docs visit www.seaworldkids.com .
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Ariana Grande Celebrates Her 21st Birthday at Disney World—See the Pic! | E! Online

Please enter your Phone Number. Send Thanks! A link has been sent. Done New This Summer: Walt Disney World Guests Can Join In the 'Frozen' Fun of the Hit Film at Disney's Hollywood Studios Walt Disney World June 26, 2014 4:45 PM 0 shares Content preferences Done LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., June 26, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --This summer, Disney's Hollywood Studios will be celebrating "Frozen," the hit animated feature film from Disney, with a daily character procession, sing-alongs with Anna and Elsa, fireworks, a polar playground, ice skating rink, ice carving demonstrations and a nightly party featuring a live band, all themed to the worldwide phenomenon. View gallery . From July 5-Sept. 1, 2014, "Frozen Summer Fun Live!" will bring to life the world of royal sisters Anna and Elsa and their fairy tale kingdom of Arendelle. Most activities are included in theme park admission. Special experiences will immerse guests in lots of Frozen fun. Here are some highlights (*schedule subject to change without notice): Anna's & Elsa's Royal Welcome: Each day at 11 a.m., Anna and Elsa, riding in a horse-drawn sleigh, will travel in a royal procession down Hollywood Boulevard. Rugged mountain man Kristoff is along for the fun joined by a flurry of skaters, skiers and ice cutters, all dressed in their Arendelle best. For The First Time in Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration: Inside the park's Premiere Theater, Princess Anna and Queen Elsa join the Royal Historians of Arendelle for a fun and comedic retelling of the history of their kingdom amidst projections, lighting and special effects. Guests will be invited to join in special sing-along moments from the film's chart-topping soundtrack. At the end of the performance, guests might find themselves becoming "Honorary Citizens of Arendelle." The 20-minute show will be presented multiple times each day.
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by Lily Harrison Wed., Jun. 25, 2014 11:24 AM PDT Loading... There's no better place to spend your birthday than the Happiest Place on Earth! And that's precisely what Ariana Grande did to ring in her 21st birthday yesterday. The pop star shared several photos of her special trip to Disney World on Instagram and Twitter, showing her with an adorable set of Minnie Mouse ears and posing in front of Cinderella's castle. Grande is shown posing next to Prince Charming and several other Disney characters next to a massive five-tiered blue birthday cake. The "Problem" singer flaunted her figure in a white crop top paired with a polka dot A-line skirt. She's also seen planting a kiss on Mickey Mouse's cheek in one adorable snapshot! "Spending my last few days as a non 21 year old in one of my favorite childhood places with my favorite people," she wrote to her fans, adding, "Having the best birthday trip." Shortly before heading to the Sunshine State, Grande couldn't hide her excitement for the vacation celebration.
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Disney Parks Blog readers had the chance to kick off summer in a big way at the Disney Parks Blog Summer BBQ Meet-Up at Disneyland park on Friday! Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse were there, greeting guests in “Yee-Haw!” style. Guests were treated to live music by Fiddlin’ Duane, Miss Chris and more! Talented artists were on hand to sketch guest caricatures, Disney characters, name art and even temporary tattoos. Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse and even Horace Horsecollar joined guests for a boot-scootin’ line dance! Take a look at all the fun in the video below. Y’all keep an eye on Disney Parks Blog for future events, ya hear! Summertime Fun at Disney Parks Blog Summer BBQ Meet-Up at Disneyland Park by Erin Glover: Originally posted on the Disney Parks Blog
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If you’re a World Cup fan, you probably already know that the matches are televised daily at ESPN Zone in the Downtown Disney District at the Disneyland Resort . You may have even seen fans lining up outside ESPN Zone prior to kickoff. Now the Downtown Disney District is offering an additional option for viewing the competition. Matches will be televised on a jumbo 10-by-16-foot outdoor LED screen in the Downtown Disney District common area, between ESPN Zone and Earl of Sandwich . When the World Cup semi-finals, third place and finals matches arrive on July 8, 9, 12 and 13, Downtown Disney District World Cup festivities will also feature a DJ and additional special activities for fans. Keep watching the Disney Parks Blog for future announcements about upcoming World Cup activities and follow @DisneylandDTD and @ESPNZoneAnaheim on Twitter! Daily World Cup Coverage Expanding in Downtown Disney District at Disneyland Resort by John McClintock: Originally posted on the Disney Parks Blog
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"Sea Rescue" is New This Weekend! by Staff Comments Be sure to catch a new episode of the Emmy-nominated Sea Rescue this weekend! Hundreds of sea lion pups turn up starving and malnourished up and down the coast of Southern California, including one who wanders right into a crowded hotel lobby. SeaWorld and other rescue teams mount an extraordinary response to save these little pups and nurse them back to health. Sea Rescue airs nationally on ABC on Saturday mornings during “Litton’s Weekend Adventure” and is among the most popular Saturday morning shows. Sea Rescue and its companion show, The Wildlife Docs , comprise the #1 rated block on Saturday mornings and are consistently rated #1 in the top ten U.S. markets including the four largest: New York, Los Angeles, Chicago and Philadelphia.
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"Sea Rescue" is New This Saturday! by Staff Comments Be sure to catch a new episode of the Emmy-nominated Sea Rescue this weekend! Rescuers respond to a bottlenose dolphin that is tangled up in fishing line in Florida, causing a life-threatening injury. This animal’s predicament captures the hearts of 3rd and 4th grade students a thousand miles away and now they’re rooting for Seymour the dolphin every step of the way. Sea Rescue airs nationally on ABC on Saturday mornings during “Litton’s Weekend Adventure” and is among the most popular Saturday morning shows. Sea Rescue and its companion show, The Wildlife Docs , comprise the #1 rated block on Saturday mornings and are consistently rated #1 in the top ten U.S. markets including the four largest: New York, Los Angeles, Chicago and Philadelphia. Currently in its third season, Sea Rescue has been seen by more than 120 million viewers.
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They traveled more than 950 miles from Farmington to take part in Disney Performing Arts. The student performers, under the direction of Linda Huck and Elliot Naes, greeted the guests of the park as they marched past Cinderella Castle on their way down Main Street, U.S.A. Their performance was truly in the Disney spirit as they performed several classics including Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious from Mary Poppins and Zip-A-Dee-Doo-Dah from Song of the South. The students helped to get the crowd excited before Disney Festival of Fantasy Parade, giving them an inside look at what it is like to be a professional in the entertainment industry. The group also participated in the Disney Performing Arts workshop Youre Instrumental, where the students learned how to get the most of their rehearsals and honed their sight-reading skills under the guidance of an experienced Disney Teaching Artist. This is the marching bands third visit to the resort with Disney Performing Arts, having first performed in 2008 at Magic Kingdom Park. Vocal, instrumental and dance ensembles from around the world apply to perform each year as a part of Disney Performing Arts at both the Disneyland Resort in California and the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida. Once selected, they are given the opportunity to perform at the resort for an international audience of theme park guests. Millions of performers have graced the stages of the Disney Parks in the more than 25-year history of the program. For more information, visit www.DisneyPerformingArts.com or call 1-800-603-0552. Disney Performing Arts unlocks student potential and helps young people make their own dreams come true whether its performing in front of an international audience of thousands at Disney theme parks and resorts or honing their craft in enriching workshops and clinics taught by entertainment professionals.
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Walt Disney World makes changes to FastPass+ tiers - Nashville Disney Travel | Examiner.com

Guests will be able to select one experience from this group. Tier group two will consist of Captain EO, Journey Into Imagination, Maelstrom, Character Spot, Mission: SPACE, Spaceship Earth, The Seas with Nemo and Friends and Turtle Talk with Crush. Guests will be able to select two experiences from this group. Previously, Maelstrom and Character Spot were part of tier group one and Living with the Land was part of tier group two. At Disneys Hollywood Studios, tier group one will conist of Toy Story Mania, Rock n Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith, Fantasmic!, Beauty and the Beast Live on Stage and The Great Movie Ride. Guests will be able to select one experience from this group. Tier group two will consist of The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror, Star Tours The Adventures Continue, Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular, Lights Motor Action! Extreme Stunt Show, Muppet Vision 3D and Disney Junior Live on Stage. Guests will be able to select two experiences from this group.
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"Sea Rescue" is New This Saturday! by Staff Comments Be sure to catch a new episode of the Emmy-nominated Sea Rescue this weekend! Rescuers respond to a bottlenose dolphin that is tangled up in fishing line in Florida, causing a life-threatening injury. This animal’s predicament captures the hearts of 3rd and 4th grade students a thousand miles away and now they’re rooting for Seymour the dolphin every step of the way. Sea Rescue airs nationally on ABC on Saturday mornings during “Litton’s Weekend Adventure” and is among the most popular Saturday morning shows. Sea Rescue and its companion show, The Wildlife Docs , comprise the #1 rated block on Saturday mornings and are consistently rated #1 in the top ten U.S. markets including the four largest: New York, Los Angeles, Chicago and Philadelphia. Currently in its third season, Sea Rescue has been seen by more than 120 million viewers.
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by Staff Comments Be sure to catch a new episode of the Emmy-nominated Sea Rescue this weekend! Hundreds of sea lion pups turn up starving and malnourished up and down the coast of Southern California, including one who wanders right into a crowded hotel lobby. SeaWorld and other rescue teams mount an extraordinary response to save these little pups and nurse them back to health. Sea Rescue airs nationally on ABC on Saturday mornings during “Litton’s Weekend Adventure” and is among the most popular Saturday morning shows. Sea Rescue and its companion show, The Wildlife Docs , comprise the #1 rated block on Saturday mornings and are consistently rated #1 in the top ten U.S. markets including the four largest: New York, Los Angeles, Chicago and Philadelphia. Currently in its third season, Sea Rescue has been seen by more than 120 million viewers. Time is subject to change so be sure to check your local listings.
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