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Wednesday

Wordless Wednesday Challenge - Favorite Disney Sidekicks

Hi there Disney photography fans. Welcome to The Disney Wordless Wednesday Blog Hop here at Focused on the Magic where each week we get together to share our #DisneySide vacation photos.

So, come along and join the fun and share your favorite Disney pictures. 

The theme this week is: Disney Sidekicks
Disney stories are well known for their heroes and heroines, princesses and princes. An important part of any good Disney tale are the supporting characters, the sidekicks.

Disney Sidekicks, Chewbacca, Chip and Dale,  Disney Wordless Wednesday Blog Hop, Dumbo, Pluto, The Disney Wordless Wednesday Blog Hop, Timon, Walt Disney World


Do you have a favorite Disney Sidekick?

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Almost Wordless Wednesday | Pirates of the Caribbean

Hi over there!
Welcome to the latest edition of The Wordless and Almost Wordless Wednesday Blog Hop here at Focused on the Magic.com where each week we get together to blog hop, link up and share our #DisneySide Wordless Wednesday or Almost Wordless Wednesday, Disney related picture posts.

Adventure is the theme for this week.

Big changes are coming to the Pirates of the Caribbean attraction in Disneyland in California, Walt Disney World in Orlando, Disneyland Paris, and Tokyo Disneyland. With Paris as the first park to be renovated. The scheduled reopening is later this month. I am looking forward to reading everyone's reviews.

Among the addition of new characters from the film series, the animatronic auction scene, "Take a Wench for a Bride" will be re-imagined transforming the famous flirty redheaded woman into an auctioneer inviting the locals to “surrender yer loot” at an auction.
There will be no more pirates shouting “We want the redhead!” although I think Guests will continue the tradition for years to come.



Disney Artist’s concept rendering of Pirates of the Caribbean ride scene at Walt Disney World. Image credit: Disney Imagineering
Artist’s concept rendering of Pirates of the Caribbean ride scene at Walt Disney World.
Image credit: 
Disney Imagineering 
(2017)
What are your thoughts on the changes coming to the Pirates of the Caribbean attraction?
Don't forget to join the Instagram photo challenge. Tag your IG pics with #disneyphotohop. 
The theme for next week is "My Favorite View".
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Almost Wordless Wednesday | Happy Earth Day 2017!

Hey there Disney photography fans. Welcome to The Disney Wordless Wednesday Blog Hop here at Focused on the Magic.com where each week we get together to share our #DisneySide Wordless Wednesday or Almost Wordless Wednesday Disney related picture posts.

This week our theme is Disney Nature in celebration of the 47th Earth Day which is Saturday, April 22nd.

Disney Parks celebrates Earth Day every day in The Animal Kingdom Park in Florida which opened on April 22, 1998. I'd like to share a few shots of  The Tree of Life the iconic centerpiece of the park and symbolizes the beauty, diversity, and grandeur of our animal life on Earth.

It is covered in beautiful animal carvings that you can see from every angle. The closer you get the more you can see the intricacy of each carving around the base and branches. At night the tree comes alive with The Tree Awaking light show.

Tree of Life, Animal Kingdom Park, Walt Disney World, Florida


"You've probably heard people talk about conservation. Well, conservation isn't just the business of a few people. It's a matter that concerns all of us. It's a science whose principles are written in the oldest code in the world, the laws of nature. The natural resources of our vast continent are not inexhaustible. But if we will use our riches wisely, if we will protect our wildlife and preserve our lakes and streams, these things will last us for generations to come."  

"I have learned from the animal world, and what everyone will learn who studies it is, a renewed sense of kinship with the earth and all its inhabitants."
~ Walt Disney 

Now for my favorite, Kilimanjaro Safaris. This is a popular attraction so you will experience a wait. If you can grab a Fastpass or arrive early. The animals are most active in the morning and during the rain which usually happens in the afternoon. You can read about it here.

Kilimanjaro Safaris, Animal Kingdom

Animal Kingdom,Walt Disney World, Florida


How will you celebrate Earth Day? I'll be planting seeds in my garden.

Have a magical day!

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Wordless Wednesday | Epcot Fun, Food and Flowers

This year Walt Disney World is celebrating 24 years of the Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival with the theme, “Welcome Spring Fun, Food, and Flowers,” which was inspired by a vintage Walt Disney short film that featured Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Daisy, and Pluto.

We're doing a flashback to a few of the fun times we've had at Epcot's Flower and Garden Festival since 1994 for this week's theme,
Fun, Food and Flowers.
Epcot's Flower and Garden Festival


Epcot's Flower and Garden Festival


Epcot's Flower and Garden Festival

Epcot's Flower and Garden Festival 2013


Now it's time for you to link up your #WW #DisneySide Wordless Wednesday or Almost Wordless Wednesday Disney related blog posts.

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Wordless Wednesday - Happy International Woman's Day!!

Today is March 8th and we are celebrating International Woman's Day #Disneystyle. The day focuses on social, political, cultural, economic achievements and contributions of women in the world.

I thought it would be fun to feature a few of my favorite strong female characters and on a more serious not a video of Emma Watson speaking to the UN on women's issues in 2015.

Merida in the Festival of Fantasy Parade in Walt Disney World, Florida


Belle and her Beast in the Festival of Fantasy Parade in Walt Disney World,Florida.

"well-behaved women seldom make history." ~ Louise Thatcher Ulrich


And now it's time to link up your Disney photos to The Disney Wordless Wednesday Blog Hop here at Focused on the Magic.com where each week we gather to link up and share our #WW #DisneySide Wordless Wednesday or Almost Wordless Wednesday Disney related picture posts.


We're hopping all week so don't feel as though you've missed the Linky party if you don't post today.
The great success of this hop is your doing! Thank you!

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Thursday

New Attractions Experiences and Dining Debut At Walt Disney World Resort

It’s an exciting spring season at Walt Disney World Resort, one filled with new fun that spans all four theme parks, Disney’s Water Parks and Disney Springs. New Attractions Experiences and Dining Debut At Walt Disney World Resort (Disney)

From the unveiling of a whole new land at Disney’s Animal Kingdom to an awe-inspiring fireworks show at Magic Kingdom Park, the 24th Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival to more retail and restaurant openings at Disney Springs, there is more to see and do at Walt Disney World Resort than ever before. Here’s a closer look at what is in store:


“The Muppets Present… Great Moments in American History.” at Magic Kingdom Park

The Muppets star in an all-new live show at Magic Kingdom Park, called “The Muppets Present… Great Moments in American History.”

The Muppets star in live show at Magic Kingdom Park, called “The Muppets Present… Great Moments in American History.”  Sam Eagle, the fiercely patriotic American eagle who is forever trying to set a high moral standard for the Muppets, will join Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, Fozzie Bear, The Great Gonzo and James Jefferson, town crier of Liberty Square, as they gather outside The Hall of Presidents to present historical tales in hysterical Muppets fashion. From the midnight ride of Paul Revere to the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the Muppets will appear throughout the day to share their own unique take on the founding fathers .............

Sam Eagle, the fiercely patriotic American eagle who is forever trying to set a high moral standard for the Muppets, will join Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, Fozzie Bear, The Great Gonzo and James Jefferson, town crier of Liberty Square, as they gather outside The Hall of Presidents to present historical tales in hysterical Muppets fashion. From the midnight ride of Paul Revere to the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the Muppets will appear throughout the day to share their own unique take on the founding fathers and the birth of the United States of America.

“The Muppets Present… Great Moments in American History” will be presented multiple times daily and will feature an original song and wacky Muppets humor.

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Wednesday

The #Disney Wordless Wednesday Blog Hop | Happy Star Wars Day!

Welcome, so glad you stopped by the latest edition of The Disney Wordless Wednesday Blog Hop here at Focused on the Magic.com where each week we gather to blog hop, link up and share our #DisneySide Wordless Wednesday or Almost Wordless Wednesday Disney related picture posts.

Today's theme is "Your May Calendar Shot". It also happens to be May 4th, Star Wars Day.
As I am a huge Star Wars fan, I thought I would share some of my favorite Star Wars moments we've enjoyed at Disney's Hollywood Studios.

May 4th, Star Wars Day.

Celebrating Star Wars

 Star Wars Characters

Now it's time to link up your Disney photos and hop with us.

The Disney Wordless Wednesday Blog Hop: June

Hi Disney photography fans. Welcome to the latest edition of the The Disney Wordless Wednesday Blog Hop here at Focused on the Magic.com where each week we gather to blog hop, link up and share our #DisneySide Wordless Wednesday or Almost Wordless Wednesday Disney related picture posts.

This week's theme is your "June Calendar Shot". If you were to make a calendar for the month of June which of your Disney photos would you use?

Do you believe it's June already? Time sure has been flying by. For this month's calendar I chose a picture that I took at midnight last May on my solo trip of the backside of Cinderella Castle in Walt Disney World. This spot for me is just so magical at night.



Would you like to link up your #DisneySide photos and hop with us? We have a theme each week that you can follow along with if you'd like and your links can be from your blog, Instagram, Flickr, Twitter, Tumblr or SmugMug. You get the idea. The Link-up is at the bottom of this post.

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The Disney Wordless Wednesday Blog Hop: Music & Memories

Hi Disney photography fans. Welcome to the latest edition of the The Disney Wordless Wednesday Blog Hop here at Focused on the Magic.com where each week we gather to blog hop, link up and share our #DisneySide Wordless Wednesday or Almost Wordless Wednesday Disney related picture posts.
This week's theme is "Music & Memories".

Here are just a few of my favorite Walt Disney World Resort musical memories. Also, an update on my latest adventure.

Starship featuring Mickey Thomas always brings the house down with, "We Built this City on Rock and Roll" - Walt Disney World

Starship featuring Mickey Thomas  "We Built this City on Rock and Roll" - Walt Disney World

Friday

Foodie Friday: Big Top Treats - Menu

Welcome to this week’s Foodie Friday where we share our favorite food finds with our friends. This week's favorite is Big Top Treats which can't be missed at Storybook Circus in Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World. I say it can't be missed because not only are the Quick Service Snacks and treats terrific and you wouldn't want to miss this opportunity to try them but it is a huge circus tent with a ginormous sign on it. No need to ask for directions just follow the path to Storybook Circus.

Once inside you'll find souvenirs galore and in the center an open show kitchen with bakery chefs preparing all sorts of delightful goodies. There are circus snacks galore! Olaf Caramel Apples, Dumbo Cupcakes, Cotton Candy and my favorite the Chocolate Covered Strawberries.

Olaf Caramel Apples and Dumbo Cupcake Display at Storybook Circus

Caramel Apples and Dumbo Cupcakes at Big Top Treats

Tuesday

The Disney Wordless Wednesday Blog Hop ~ 4 Favorite Weenies ~

It's so good to be back on my favorite day of the week! I had a magical solo trip and can't wait to share all the pictures and fabulous experiences with you.
Let's get hopping! The Disney Wordless Wednesday Blog Hop here at Focused on the Magic.com is where we gather each week with fellow Disney travelers to link up and share our #DisneySide Wordless Wednesday Disney vacation posts.

There is a theme each week which you can follow if you'd like.
This week's theme is
 ~Weenies ~
You may be wondering what a Disney Weenie is. It's not someone who takes the chicken exit on Dinosaur as I've done a few times and as recently as last week. Although that would certainly fit one description.
A Weenie is what Walt Disney and his Imagineers called the iconic structures or focal points in each of the Disney Parks. They were created to be big enough to be seen from a distance and interesting enough to draw you closer for a better look.
Below are a few examples that my family enjoys seeing and experiencing each and every trip.


 4 Favorite Weenies

 4 Favorite Weenies


 4 Favorite Weenies

I know many of you are thinking that The Sorcerer's Hat shouldn't be included but if you think about it the description of a "Weenie" fits perfectly. You can spot from as far away as the Boardwalk and probably space it's so huge. It's certainly interesting and for me a fun photo to snap. The Sorcerer's Hat draws me in each time with the searchlights radiating out, the stars twinkling and a hint of Grauman's Chinese Theatre below. I think it looks magical at night.
 4 Favorite Weenies


What's your favorite Weenie?


Time to link up your Wordless Wednesday...



Saturday

Seven Dwarfs Mine Train at Walt Disney World Resort - Full Ride Through Video #NewFantasyland




Seven Dwarfs Mine Train is a rocking, rollicking family-style coaster that will immerse Magic Kingdom guests in the lovable world of Sleepy, Doc, Grumpy, Bashful, Sneezy, Happy and Dopey. Inspired by the Disney animated film classic “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs,” the attraction will send riders on a playful musical adventure into the mine “where a million diamonds shine.”

Monday

Love is in the Air!

Travel tip ~ The month of May welcomes beautiful weather, The Flower and Garden Festival and those infamous pesky little flying Lovebugs around Disney World. Not our beloved Herbie the Love Bug but coupled insects lovin’ it up airborne everywhere in Florida. There’s not much a Guest can do but shoo them away and wipe them off the windshield. 
Click for more Tigger- ific WDW Tips
They’re annoying, weird and gross but most importantly (to me anyway) they don’t bite. Just be sure to shake out your shoes and bathing suits if you leave them on the balcony or patio of your resort.

Saturday

Happy National Pretzel Day! Mickey Mouse Soft Pretzel in WDW and DL

Where in the world/land can you find one of these scrumptious Mickey pretzel treats? 
Here are just some of the locations you can pick up your favorite soft pretzel at Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort.

Do you prefer a sweet, salty (or savory) pretzel? Do you enjoy a plain Mickey Mouse Pretzel or Cream Cheese-filled Pretzels? Leave your vote in the comments section below. 

National Pretzel Day!

Disney World Disneyland Mickey Pretzel Locations


Disneyland Resort 
  • -Wetzel’s Pretzels®, Downtown Disney District: Located next to RIDEMAKERZ and Haagen-Dazs®, snack on fresh, fancy pretzels like the Cheese Meltdown, Grateful Garlic and Sinful Cinnamon. 
  • -Bayside Brews, Disney California Adventure park: Enjoy a brew (if you’re over 21, of course) and a variety of soft pretzels like the Jalapeno Cheese-filled Pretzel, Cream Cheese-filled Pretzel and Mickey Mouse Pretzel with Cheese.
  • -Bengal Barbecue, Disneyland park: The Mickey Mouse Pretzel and Jalapeno Cheese-Filled Pretzels serve as extra provisions on your journey through Adventureland.
  • -Refreshment Corner, Disneyland park: Mickey Mouse Pretzel, Jalapeno Cheese-filled Pretzel and Cream Cheese-filled Pretzel. Add a cup of cheese to your pretzel for extra dipping delight.
Disneyland Pretzel Carts
  • - Fantasyland (Mickey Pretzel & Cream Cheese-filled Pretzel) in the area in front of “it’s a small world”
  • - Tomorrowland (Mickey Pretzel & Cream Cheese-filled Pretzel) in front of Red Rockett’s Pizza Port
  • - Frontierland (Mickey Pretzel & Jalapeno Cheese-filled Pretzel) across from the Mark Twain Riverboat Dock
Walt Disney World Resort
  • -Germany pavilion, Epcot World Showcase: Make a stop in the quaint German village at Epcot for an authentic snack as you tour World Showcase. Chomp on a flavorful hand stretched pretzel (or “bretzeln” as they say in Germany) to the tune of authentic music as you get lost in the charming cobblestone plaza.
  • -Frontierland, Magic Kingdom theme park: This Mickey Mouse-shaped, tasty treat is the talk of the town and, here at Walt Disney World, is only available at one location: Frontierland Pretzel Wagon. You can find the wagon between the Diamond Horseshoe and Pecos Bill Cafe (next to the Turkey Leg cart). The cheese or chocolate dipping sauces are the “icing on the pretzel” that make this a must-eat treat.

More Pretzel Fun at Walt Disney World:
All Disney theme parks have their special sprinkling of pretzel options. Be on the lookout for a popular fan favorite, the Cream Cheese Pretzel. This pretzel is filled with a sweet cream cheese and dusted with sweet crumbs. You can find this one at The Lunching Pad in Tomorrowland at Magic Kingdom, the Pretzel Garden cart on The Streets of America in Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Fife & Drum Tavern at the American Adventure pavilion in Epcot World Showcase. Also featured at Fife & Drum Tavern, and at Disney’s Animal Kingdom theme park, is the Jalapeno Cheese Stuffed Pretzel. 
It’s a perfectly pretzel way to spice up any day — but especially on National Pretzel Day!

What's your favorite pretzel at The Disney Parks? Leave your vote in the comments section below. Be sure to tell us if it's in DL or WDW.
My favorite pretzel in the Disney Parks is in Epcot's Germany Pavilion while sipping a nice cool drink enjoying the German music...ah, I can't wait for May!


bon appepretzel!  
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Sunday

Happy Easter!

 Mr. & Mrs Easter Bunny Walt Disney World Parade
 Mr. & Mrs Easter Bunny Walt Disney World

Will you be one of the happy vacationers in Walt Disney World for Easter Weekend? 
To add to your vacationing pleasure Disney has added fun Spring ~ Easter entertainment and activities. There are Candy Scrambles, Mr. & Mrs Easter Bunny Meet & Greets and Religious Services available to all guests and the Grand Floridian has a beautiful display of decorative eggs. 
You don't have to be in the park to enjoy an Easter Egg Hunt!
You can join in on a digital Easter egg hunt across a variety of Disney Parks Facebook fan pages this Sunday, April 20.
Simply visit different pages to collect different Disney Parks-themed Easter graphics. Each “found” Easter egg will also offer you a hint as to where you can find another one.
Let the hop begin here at the Disneyland Facebook page. Happy hunting!


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