In the sixth of my series on Disney Vacation Club (DVC) Resorts at the Walt Disney World Resort (WDW), I’m covering the 1940s Atlantic City-style Disney’s Boardwalk Villas. Being a DVC member gives my family the flexibility to stay in deluxe villas at different resorts at Walt Disney World (and beyond). I have covered the Villas […]
The Chew Thoroughly Chooses Epcot for Show Taping!
Our favorite daytime chefs are once again making plans to be at the 2016 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival! The hosts of ABC’s lifestyle series, The Chew, will return to record its show from Epcot during the week of October 5-7! Details on how to obtain show taping tickets have not been announced, but Guests will […]
Five Reasons I Love Disney’s Beach Club Villas
In the fourth of my series on Disney Vacation Club (DVC) Resorts at the Walt Disney World Resort Resort (WDW), I’m covering the New England-style Disney’s Beach Club Villas. Being a DVC member gives my family the flexibility to stay in deluxe villas at different resorts at Walt Disney World (and beyond). I’m not sure I can truly pick a favorite. Since […]
Visiting the Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival? Don’t Miss the World Showcase Entertainment!
If you are headed to Walt Disney World Resort any time between now and May 30th, visiting the Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival likely is high on your list. The topiaries are phenomenal and the food and beverage offerings at the Outdoor Kitchens are delicious. But as you tour the World Showcase soaking up […]
New Details! 2016 Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival – Blooming with Fun!
With the official opening of the 2016 Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival less than 2 weeks away, some new details have been emerging as to what Guests will be able to experience at this year’s festival. Merchandise Guests will be excited to see Figment in the main merchandise logo for the 2016 Epcot […]
Just Springing Up – Garden Rocks Concert Series Lineup Announced
According to Wiarton Willie (the groundhog with the breaking news on Tuesday), here in Ontario where I live we can look forward to 6 more weeks of winter. So, with spring practically around the corner, I thought I’d share some breaking news on Epcot’s 2016 International Flower and Garden Festival. Each year during the International Flower and Garden Festival, Guests are […]
A Time of Reflection and My Top Five Favorite Articles to Write in 2015!
Now is the time when many, including myself, look back on the closing year and reflect on family, friends, life and the world around us. Today, I’d ask that you please indulge me while I share reflections of my time here on the Magical DIStractions site and reminisce about some of my favorite articles that I have written about “the […]
The 23rd Annual Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival Grows!
For many of us, especially those of us in colder climates, springtime is a time we look to for renewal, the return of green grass, spring flowers and of course warmer temperatures. A sure sign of spring at the Walt Disney World Resort is the annual Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival. To celebrate the festival’s 23rd year in 2016, […]
It’s a Contestival! – This Prize Has Its Own Attraction!
Within this article you may find a Festival Contest! Epcot is currently hosting its annual Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival. This fun event features amazing topiaries of our favorite characters and live events featuring special guests from HGTV. During the Flower & Garden Festival, guests at Epcot will be able to purchase new and exciting merchandise for this […]
Tasty Bites at Epcot Outdoor Kitchens
Every spring, Epcot at Walt Disney World Resort hosts the International Flower & Garden Festival. This event spotlights Disney character-themed topiaries, butterfly garden, blooms, blossoms and even concerts. This year the dates are March 4 – May 17 and for the third year in a row, the festival will feature Outdoor Kitchens (similar to […]