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This week, our Learn to Draw animation series continues with a lesson on how to draw a character from a classic Disney holiday film, Scrooge McDuck from “Mickey's Christmas Carol.” Get...From:Disney ParksViews:298463ratingsTime:20:05More inTravel & Events

The merriest tours through the jungle are now departing daily at the Jingle Cruise in Disneyland park! As our Adventureland correspondent shared with us last...From:Disney ParksViews:421287ratingsTime:00:58More inTravel & Events

Celebrating team and campus diversity, the Santa Monica cheer squad used their memories of “it's a small world” to choreograph a routine for the Cheer On Your Disney Side competition...From:Disney ParksViews:162826ratingsTime:01:36More inTravel & Events

Celebrating team and campus diversity, the Santa Monica cheer squad used their memories of “it's a small world” to choreograph a routine for the Cheer On You...From:Disney ParksViews:165532ratingsTime:00:38More inTravel & Events

Festive fashions are as much a part of the Disney Parks Christmas special as the performances and parade floats. Some stars sported designer duds selected by...From:Disney ParksViews:336253ratingsTime:03:17More inTravel & Events

Just one more day til Christmas, and it’s more holiday deliciousness today as we continue our stroll around World Showcase in Epcot! These are snacks that are just perfect for enjoying as we take in all the sights and sounds of Holidays Around the World. What’s your favorite performance? I can never make up my mind! Epcot Christmas tree ornaments On a recent visit, I decided to make it my mission to try as many holiday treats and snacks as possible. But what I found in the Canada Pavilion just may be my favorite sweet of the week. And to think I almost didn’t get it! Pecan Maple Bark in Epcot’s Canada PavilionEpcot’s Holidays Around the World offers performances and special foods in each World Showcase pavilion, celebrating holidays that take place this time of year. And you can even track your progress with a passport. Holidays Around the World at Epcot Passport And when you set your goal to eat your way around this enchanted holiday world, there’s no better place to start than the Canada Pavilion, where we found Pecan Maple Bark. Epcot’s Holidays Around the World — Pecan Maple Bark in the Canada Pavilion I’ll be honest — I didn’t buy this one last year. I figured, what’s the big deal about yet ANOTHER holiday-themed bark? Here’s a picture of the Pecan Maple Bark as you buy it, with the ingredients printed right on the bag. Pecan Maple Bark But this was Ah-MAZING!!!! I think the most interesting thing here is the name “bark”. Because I’m no candy expert, but this seems more like English toffee to me — a hard candy that’s rich with butter, coated in chocolate. It’s easy to break through, but it definitely has some crunch to it. But the taste isn’t just buttery rich; there’s a healthy dose of Maple Flavor here, too. And it’s so good. Pecan Maple Bark — Out of the Wrapper You can see that crunchy middle part here as well as the Chocolate Coating. Toasted, Chopped Pecans add some additional texture and flavor. But it’s the sprinkle of Sea Salt on the top that makes this truly out of this world. Pecan Maple Bark — Up Close That sweet, salty combo gets me every time, and the addition of maple flavor makes this one something really special. Honestly, of all the things I tried this year at Holidays Around the World, this is the one I would most recommend. Want to See Even More Disney Holiday Fun? Check Out the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Holidays!It’s one of our favorite times of the year — of course, we’re talking about the Holidays at Walt Disney World! With so much to do, see, and EAT, we don’t want you to miss out on a single experience this holiday season. And so, we’ve put together the DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World Holidays! Our full color guide offers detailed descriptions and photos of every holiday event and activity happening at the Parks and Resorts. You’ll enjoy a clickable 3-Month Schedule of Holiday Events, so you can see at-a-glance what looks interesting to you. And comprehensive listings — with color photos! — of Disney Resort holiday decor and gingerbread displays make you feel like you’re right in the middle of the magic before you ever step foot through the Purple Gates! There’s also a full chapter dedicated to all “New for 2014″ events, dining options, and activities, including what’s new at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, The Celebrate the Magic Castle Show, and the Epcot Candlelight Processional. And with its handy e-book format, your DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World Holidays is instantly downloadable to all of your electronic devices immediately! Will you be stopping by the Canada Pavilion for some Pecan Maple Bark this holiday season? Leave us a comment and tell us what you think! Disney Food Blog Fans, be sure to check out our DFB Disney World Dining Guide e-Books! Find great deals at DFBStore.com!Also, come on over and: Subscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on TwitterBecome a Facebook FanRelated posts: Holiday Recipe: Peppermint Bark from the Sugar and Spice Holiday Bakery in Epcot’s America PavilionHoliday Snack Series: Bûche de Noël from Les Halles Boulangerie Patisserie in Epcot’s France PavilionSnack Series: Pumpkin Pecan Tart at Art of Animation Resort’s Landscape of FlavorsView the full article

Where can you see Santa Claus, play holiday games, enjoy holiday treats and meet Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse in their holiday best? At the Jingle Jangle Ja...From:Disney ParksViews:266447ratingsTime:01:00More inTravel & Events

Our popular Disney Food Blog Guide to Walt Disney World Dining and full line of DFB e-Books make great gifts for friends or family members planning a trip to Walt Disney World! Give the Gift of Delicious Fun This Year with DFB e-Book Gift Certificates! And now it’s easy to give the gift of dining planning through our Disney Food Blog e-Book Gift Certificates! It’s a piece of cake to do — simply: 1. Purchase a gift certificate 2. Either print & give the details to the recipient, OR email the details to the lucky Disney fan! Don’t let your friends and family go to Disney World unprepared. These e-books will ensure that your loved ones will get the biggest bang for their dining buck in Walt Disney World! 2015 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Pre-Order SaleLooking forward to your best ever 2015 Disney trip? It’s yours! Pre-Order the 2015 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining today and use promo code SANTA for $5 off! Time to cross those final names off of your shopping list…and no need to fight for a parking space while you’re at it! The DFB Guide Gift Certificate Pre-Order the 2015 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining and Enjoy $5 Off!We know that when it comes to your Disney vacays, planning ahead is practically essential these days. And if you can save time and money in the process — even better! And that’s why today, when you pre-order the 2015 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining and enter promo code SANTA, you’ll save $5 off of the already low cover price! But the really cool part? This is a two-for-one deal! We’ll deliver the 2014 Guide to you immediately, and automatically email you the 2015 guide in late January 2015. PRE ORDER NOW! Give…and SAVE…Even More with DFB Bundle Gift Certificates!One book isn’t enough for the Disney fan in your life? We totally get it. That’s why we have a gift certificates for our super-saver Bundles as well! EVERYTHING BUNDLE GIFT CERTIFICATE DISCOUNT Give ALL of our DFB Guidebooks for $10 off the already discounted bundle price with code LASTMINUTE… DFB Everything Bundle Gift Certificate DFB GUIDE + SNACKS BUNDLE GIFT CERTIFICATE DISCOUNT Or give our four most popular DFB Guidebooks for $6 off the already discounted bundle price with code LASTMINUTE! The DFB Snacks Bundle Gift Certificate Ready to wrap up your shopping? Time to kick back with a glass of wine… With a 100% money-back guarantee, you have nothing to lose! Happy Holidays!Disney Food Blog Fans, be sure to check out our DFB Disney World Dining Guide e-Books! Find great deals at DFBStore.com!Also, come on over and: Subscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on TwitterBecome a Facebook FanRelated posts: Disney Food Blog e-Book Gift Certificates = Perfect Holiday Gift!DFB Dining Adventures e-Book and DFB Holiday Gift Certificates Now Available!DFB Deal of the Week: Pre-Order the 2015 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining and Enjoy Big Savings!View the full article

Our final mystery image of 2014 may be our most difficult. It’s a colorful frog resting on a lily pad that’s only visible this time of year – in a Christmas tree. To spot it, you must have an eagle eye while walking around at Disney Parks. Any guesses? Please put your answers in the comments and we’ll update the post with the answer later today. Where at Disney Parks Can You Find … by Thomas Smith: Originally posted on the Disney Parks Blog View the full article

U.S. stocks advanced on Tuesday, with both the Dow and S&P 500 building on a four-day rally to set new intraday records after an unexpectedly strong report on economic growth. View the full article

A Volusia County judge said a South Carolina mother who drove her van with her three children into the surf in March remains a danger to herself and others and will be committed to a state hospital, according to the court communications officer for the seventh judicial court. View the full article

That Disney phenomenon known as "Frozen" has added another honor to its legend. View the full article

Attention music lovers: The 2014 season of the Candlelight Processional is now in its final week at Epcot. In case you haven’t seen the show, it’s a joyous retelling of the Christmas story by a celebrity narrator, plus music supplied by an orchestra and choir. Performances take place at 5, 6:45 and 8:15 p.m. at America Gardens Theatre at Epcot. Remaining narrators this season are: 12/21 – 12/23: Marlee Matlin12/24 – 12/25: Isabella Rossellini12/26 – 12/27: Blair Underwood12/28 – 12/30: Steven Curtis ChapmanNarrators are subject to change without notice. Final Week to Experience the Candlelight Processional at Epcot by Jennifer Fickley-Baker: Originally posted on the Disney Parks Blog View the full article

Keurig is recalling about about 6.6 million MINI Plus Brewing Systems in the U.S. because of possible burn hazard. In Canada about 564,000 of the appliances are being pulled from shelves. Water can overheat during brewing, spray out and burn consumers. View the full article

It’s a special time of the year at the Walt Disney World Resort – and our ongoing #DisneyKids series has showed us, holidays are often the best times for a “first memory.” Whether it’s Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, The Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights or another park experience, there are so many opportunities to make a first memory. Today, we have a #DisneyKids treat – a first holiday greeting with Mickey. If you’re visiting the Walt Disney World Resort, we’re sharing more fun ideas for the little ones as well as some offers designed with your family in mind on our special preschool page. #DisneyKids: First Holiday Visits at the Walt Disney World Resort by Thomas Smith: Originally posted on the Disney Parks Blog View the full article

A federal TSA officer who works at Orlando International Airport will face a judge for the first time today after he was charged with murder in his estranged wife's death. View the full article

Will you visit the Walt Disney World Resort this week? A lot of families will head to our parks to ring in the new year, so we thought we’d share some tips on how to make the most of your trip during this busy time. Traveling Around The Walt Disney World Resort Using on-property resort buses, boats or Monorails can help you avoid traffic and arrive at parks sooner. Busses begin departing from Disney resort hotels 45 minutes prior to the park opening and run two hours after park closing.If driving a personal car, please plan for additional travel time.If staying at an on-property Disney resort, don’t forget about Extra Magic Hours. Different theme parks offer Extra Magic Hours on different days, so check the calendar here for more.Theme Park Tips Grab a Times Guide on your way into the park for the day’s showtimes, character greeting locations and more.Download the My Disney Experience app for your smartphone to access the latest attraction wait times, schedule FastPass+ options, check dining offerings and more.Magic Kingdom Park will offer an Extra Magic Hour from 7-8 a.m., daily, from Dec. 28-Jan. 1, 2015. Visiting the park early will help you get a headstart on your day.New Year’s fireworks spectaculars will be displayed at Magic Kingdom Park on both December 30 and 31. (Epcot and Disney’s Hollywood Studios will join the celebration with displays on December 31 only).Walt Disney World Dining Use the My Disney Experience app, visit Guest Relations or call 407-WDW-CNCL to modify dining reservations. Consider choosing a dining time prior to 6 p.m. or after 8 p.m. to avoid the dinner rush.Tips On Visiting Walt Disney World During The Holiday Week by Jennifer Fickley-Baker: Originally posted on the Disney Parks Blog View the full article

North Korea experienced a major Internet outage on Tuesday, according to companies that monitor global networks, raising suspicion that the country may have been the target of a cyberattack. View the full article

It’s time for another stop of the season on our Holidays Around the World Tour of Epcot! Learn About:Les Halles Boulangerie Patisserie Epcot RestaurantsDisney World Restaurants This is such an exciting time of the year to visit Walt Disney World. With the beautiful decorations and incredible gingerbread displays, there’s so much to take in! But be sure to carve out some time in your busy holiday schedule for a day at Epcot during your trip. We recently enjoyed a few days in the midst of the magic, and today we’ve got a review of a classic holiday treat. Bûche de Noël from Epcot’s Les Halles Boulangerie PatisserieIt’s hard to resist Les Halles Boulangerie Patisserie in Epcot’s France Pavilion on any given day. But there’s no way I’m passing up this delicious spot when holiday treats are on the menu! Bûche de Noël at Les Halles Boulangerie Patisserie — Part of Holidays Around the World The bakery pays homage to French Christmas tradition with the inclusion of a Bûche de Noël for a limited time. And this year’s version is completely different than last year’s — a great reason to try it in 2014! Bûche de Noël — In the Case If you’re familiar with the traditional dessert, then you know it’s usually a simple roulade, made with sponge cake spread with buttercream and frosted with more buttercream. The whole thing is decorated to look like a bûche de Noël, or Yule log. But of course, Les Halles had to take it to the next level. To begin, the Bûche de Noël you’ll find here is an individual portion — and I don’t mean a slab of cake. Individual Bûche de Noël Each little log is crafted and garnished in perfect, petite fashion. You won’t have to fight with anyone over who gets the Meringue Mushroom! The rich, Dark Chocolate Glaze makes for a stunning finish. And I like the combination of traditional trim (the mushroom) and the more modern flair of Chocolate Pearls and the simple White Chocolate Decoration. Look at the Cute Little Meringue Mushroom! Cut into it and you see that, rather than a combination of the rolled cake and frosting normally associated with this dessert, the Bûche de Noël is made up mostly of a light, airy Chocolate Mousse. Bûche de Noël — Cross Section And it’s built on a base of Cake and Crispy Chocolate. There’s a strong flavor of Orange; mixed with chocolate, it isn’t necessarily my favorite combo. Bûche de Noël — Close Up Still, it’s a great dessert, and a fun take on a traditional confection. I’m definitely glad that I gave it a try. Don’t Miss Our DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World Holidays!It really is The Most Wonderful Time of the Year — of course, we’re talking about the Holidays at Walt Disney World! With lots of special events, gorgeous decorations, and so many seasonal treats, we don’t want you to miss out on a single moment of merrymaking this holiday season. And so, we’ve put together the DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World Holidays! Our full color guide offers detailed descriptions and photos of every holiday event and activity happening at the Parks and Resorts. You’ll enjoy a clickable 3-Month Schedule of Holiday Events, so you can see at-a-glance what looks interesting to you. And comprehensive listings — with color photos! — of Disney Resort holiday decor and gingerbread displays make you feel like you’re right in the middle of the magic before you ever step foot through the Purple Gates! There’s also a full chapter dedicated to all “New for 2014″ events, dining options, and activities, including what’s new at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, The Celebrate the Magic Castle Show, and the Epcot Candlelight Processional. And with its handy e-book format, your DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World Holidays is instantly downloadable to all of your electronic devices immediately! Will you be stopping by Les Halles to try their Bûche de Noël? Tell us what you think of this one in comments below! Disney Food Blog Fans, be sure to check out our DFB Disney World Dining Guide e-Books! Find great deals at DFBStore.com!Also, come on over and: Subscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on TwitterBecome a Facebook FanRelated posts: Snack Series: The Macarons Collection from Les Halles Boulangerie Patisserie in Epcot’s FranceReview: The New Napoleon at Les Halles Boulangerie Patisserie in Epcot’s FranceReview: A Lunch Stop at Les Halles Boulangerie Patisserie in Epcot’s FranceView the full article

Joan Rodriguez cradles her month-old son in her arms and kisses him lightly on his furrowed brow. View the full article

Before the contract was issued to demolish the Round Building next to the new performing arts center, Orlando officials were warned that the winning bidder didn't have the experience needed to do the job, city records show. View the full article

At Walt Disney Parks and Resorts, citizenship is important to our culture. We are committed to giving back to our communities and do this in many different ways. This holiday season, VoluntEARS from our sites around the world brought holiday joy to young patients and orphans. Along with Mickey and Minnie Mouse, VoluntEARS from Hong Kong Disneyland visited Siu Lam Hospital and sang and danced with the patients. They also celebrated the holidays with 300 cancer patients and their families at Maggie’s Cancer Caring Center in Tuen Mun Hospital. They enjoyed holiday treats and played musical games to brighten spirits. Tokyo Disney Resort’s VoluntEARS hosted a fundraiser and bake sale to raise money for a holiday gift for the Aiji-no-ie Orphanage. Mickey Mouse and his friends joined sixty VoluntEARS from Disneyland Resort and brought holiday cheer to nearly 400 children and their families at Children’s Hospital of Orange County (CHOC). They enjoyed holiday cookie decorating, a 38-foot long CHOC-olate Yule Log, Olaf-shaped balloons, reindeer games and a giant gingerbread house. Before they even welcome their first guest, the Shanghai Disney Resort’s VoluntEARS are supporting their community by hosting weekly holiday activities at local children’s hospitals. They visited Shanghai Children’s Medical Center and decorated activity rooms and made Santa Claus hats with children. Aulani VoluntEARS joined in the festivities and brought the holiday spirit to children in local hospitals in Hawaii. Walt Disney Parks and Resorts VoluntEARS are committed to bringing positive change around the globe and they donate hundreds of thousands of volunteer hours each year to the communities where they work, live and play. To learn more about citizenship at Walt Disney Parks and Resorts, visit http://aboutdisneyparks.com/citizenship. Disney VoluntEARS Around the Globe Spread Holiday Cheer by Thomas Smith: Originally posted on the Disney Parks Blog View the full article

Stuart Chaffin and his 15-year-old daughter saw the accident unfold in front of them as a 2004 Mercury drifted into the northbound lanes on Narcoosee Road. View the full article

It sounds like the basis of a good fairytale, young women in despair when a knight rides in and saves the day. That’s exactly what happens in the video submitted by the University of Rutgers dance team for the Cheer On Your Disney Side competition sponsored by ESPN, in collaboration with Disney Destination and Varsity Spirit. Set to “it’s a small world” inspired music, Scarlet Knight, with the help of some of our beloved Disney Princesses, restores school spirit to a tired and dejected dance team. A story and production helping, the Rutgers dance team emerge as a finalist in the competition along with Auburn University, Louisiana State University and Santa Monica College. University cheer and dance squads from across the country were invited to choreograph routines to one of four Disney Parks inspired songs. The winning squad will earn a $100,000 grant for its college spirit program and a team trip to Walt Disney World Resort. Now it is your turn to vote! Guests are asked to go to Espn.com/CheerMagic and vote for their favorite video from the final four. The school with the most votes wins. Fans who vote are entered into an ESPN sweepstakes to win a Walt Disney World Resort vacation. Rules may be found at Espn.com/CheerMagic. Online voting ends on January 6 and the winning squad will be announced on ESPN before the College Football National Championship Game on January 12 in Dallas. So what’s the ‘spirit’ behind the Rutgers video? Check out this behind the scenes look inside their world. This year, Disney Parks is encouraging people to show their Disney Side – their fun-loving adventurous side that laughs more, says “yes” more and just plain lives life to the fullest. The ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at Walt Disney World Resort has been the home of Varsity Spirit’s College Cheerleading and Dance Team National Championship, the premier athletic competition for these teams, for over 20 years. Varsity Spirit has been a driving force behind cheerleading’s dynamic transformation into the high-energy, athletic activity it is today. Focused on safety, entertainment and school leadership, Varsity Spirit conducts educational camps, administrates competitions and provides apparel for more than 350,000 cheerleaders and dancers. Cheer Your Disney Side Promotion By ESPN. No purchase necessary. Ends 11:59 PM ET on 1/6/15. Must be a legal resident of the (50) U.S. or DC, 18 years or older, or the age of majority. Limit 1 entry/vote per person & per email per day. For prize details, odds of winning & complete Official Rules, go to www.espn.com/CheerMagic. Void where prohibited. Sponsor: ESPN Internet Ventures, New York, NY. Rutgers’ Scarlet Knight Saves the Day in Cheer On Your Disney Side Video by Robert Hitchcock: Originally posted on the Disney Parks Blog View the full article