Tag: Storybook Circus

Dumbo interactive queue for kids soft-opens at Disney World

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As has been the recent trend at Walt Disney World, another attraction is set to reopen with an interactive queue. For parents like me, these are welcome additions to help break up the long waits for our impatient children. It’s hard enough to wait in a long line when you’re an adult, but when you’re … Continue reading "Dumbo interactive queue for kids soft-opens at Disney World"
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Double Dumbo Now in Flight Testing

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LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – Magic Kingdom guests will blink back in amazement at the scene: not one, but two colorful Dumbos spinning through the sky above Storybook Circus as the expansion of the New Fantasyland continues. To the delight of fans of the beloved Dumbo, the Flying Elephant attraction, a second Dumbo is in … Continue reading "Double Dumbo Now in Flight Testing"
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Casey Jr. Splash ‘N’ Soak Station

Posted on by Jack Spence
The Casey Jr. Splash 'N' Soak Station opened today (June 15, 2012) at Storybook Circus in the Magic Kingdom. According to blogger Jack Spence, it looks fantastic, and he has photos and videos to prove it. The premise is that Casey Jr. has arrived from out of town and is getting ready for a big show. Casey and some of his circus cars are parked on the turntable, while a few of his friends have already been positioned nearby. All of the animals are excited about the show and exhibit their enthusiasm with sprays of cooling water on the crowds below.
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Dumbo’s New Interactive Queue

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Disney has slowly been revealing the new elements of Storybook Circus, part of the Fantasyland Expansion. One of the most talked about areas is the indoor interactive queue area that allows kids and families to wait out of the sun and also be self-entertained. This area is scheduled to open in July. Show Producer at … Continue reading "Dumbo’s New Interactive Queue"
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Fantasyland Expansion Continues – What’s Next for Dumbo

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As Fantasyland gears up for the next phase to open, the Disney Parks blog has shared some sneak peak photos for Storybook Circus. While a new Dumbo and re-themed Goofy’s Barnstormer has already opened, the next phase will include the 2nd Dumbo and the brand new interactive queue area! According to Jennifer Fickley-Baker, Social Media … Continue reading "Fantasyland Expansion Continues – What’s Next for Dumbo"
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New Fantasyland Model

Posted on by Jack Spence
A model of the new Fantasyland expansion is now on display at Disney's Hollywood Studios in the One Man's Dream exhibit. AllEars.Net's Jack Spence stopped by and snapped a few pictures the other day, which he shares here. Most of these photos are close-ups to give you a better idea of what this new area will look like when completed.
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Fantasyland Expansion – Behind the Wall with Imagineer Chris Beatty

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This blog contains 3 videos with Imagineer Chris Beatty – all talk about the Fantasyland Expansion. The first 2 videos are all about the themeing of the first section open, Storybook Circus. The last video is an overall update that Chris gave the Media. I had the opportunity to get a hard hat, behind the … Continue reading "Fantasyland Expansion – Behind the Wall with Imagineer Chris Beatty"
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Update — Storybook Circus and Sunshine Tree Terrace

Posted on by Jack Spence
I promised that I would make regular trips to the Magic Kingdom to keep you informed of any new additions and updates to Storybook Circus. Well I visited a couple of days ago (April 23, 2012) and nothing new has been opened in this area. Sigh. However, I do have some additional information to share … Continue reading "Update — Storybook Circus and Sunshine Tree Terrace"
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Tips to keep kids happy while waiting in line at Disney World

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Large-screen video games were added to the Space Mountain queue. The weeks before and after Easter are some of the busiest at Walt Disney World, which means that even with using FASTPass, you are going to be spending time in lines for attractions, as well as restaurants, transportation, stores and bathrooms on your vacation. That’s … Continue reading "Tips to keep kids happy while waiting in line at Disney World"
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