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Steampunk and Disney fans alike, this one’s for you! On February 22, The Disney Gallery at Disneyland park will unveil a new exhibit titled Mechanical Kingdoms ~ Steam-Driven Visions of a Victorian Future. View the full article

We’re thrilled to let Disney Parks Blog readers know that Shanghai Disney Resort recently celebrated two new construction milestones, including the topping out of the resort’s first Disney-themed hotel and the start of construction of a “mountain” in the resort’s theme park. View the full article

'Star Wars: Episode VII' might still be nearly two years away, but Star Wars fans can spend that time playing a new app from Disney Interactive, in partnership with LucasArts. View the full article

Today marks 55 years since the release of the Disney animated classic, “Sleeping Beauty.” The timeless tale of Princess Aurora has been immortalized here at Disneyland park in the form of the park’s icon, Sleeping Beauty Castle. Designed by Disney Legend Herb Ryman, it was inspired by a number of medieval European castles - most notably, Neuschwanstein castle in Bavaria. View the full article

What’s even better than watching a hit Disney animated musical? Being part of the music, magic and fun yourself! View the full article

I have fantastic news from the 4th Annual Walt Disney World Resort Holiday Bird Count, which took place last Saturday. We counted a record number of birds and, for the first time, guests joined in the count during Magical Moments. View the full article

"Good Luck Charlie" broke some new ground with the penultimate episode of its four-season run on the Disney Channel when on Sunday's (Jan. 26) episode, Amy ( Leigh-Allyn Baker ) and Bob ( Eric Allan Kramer ) set up a playdate for their daughter Charlie with Taylor, a little girl who has two moms, Susan and Cheryl. View the full article

As part of Disney’s legacy of making memories that last a lifetime, Walt Disney Parks and Resorts is bringing together dozens of nonprofit organizations from across the country at the Disneyland Resort to help make a difference in the lives of children and families. View the full article

My fellow Disney Parks Blog author Jennifer Fickley-Baker recently shared that the 2014 Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival is returning to Walt Disney World Resort on March 5. Her story prompted me to do some digging for details about the merchandise being offered this year. Here is a first look at some of my favorite items coming to Epcot. View the full article

It may have been under the cover of darkness, but if you were around Disney's Magic Kingdom this week, you might have caught a glimpse of a giant metal dragon or a flower garden and skeleton skull balancing a rainbow that holds a pirate ship. View the full article

A few months ago, we told you about a new, interactive game for Disney California Adventure park guests. Each night, before “World of Color,” guests can log on to play the Fun Wheel Challenge on their mobile devices. Competing against other park guests to match the color patterns, the winner gets to control the lights on Mickey’s Fun Wheel! We recently spent the evening on Paradise Pier to check it out for ourselves. Come along with us! View the full article

Walt Disney World Parks has released new photos of the Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, a new family-friendly  roller coaster that will debut in Fantasyland at Magic Kingdom Park later this year. View the full article

As you may know, our @WaltDisneyWorld Twitter account recently reached one million followers. And today, to celebrate this major milestone, we’re unveiling and sharing our newest pin. View the full article

In the months leading up to the unveiling of New Fantasyland at Magic Kingdom Park, we regularly shared bits and pieces of this new land and its amazing detail in our “All in the Details” series here on the Disney Parks Blog. Today, we’re thrilled to share more of these images with you of the final attraction that’s set to debut in this area - Seven Dwarfs Mine Train. View the full article

As the new “Disney Festival of Fantasy Parade” moves closer to its debut in March, the team behind the parade recently celebrated a milestone. After months of design, development, and construction, the brand new floats for the parade – including the impressive, 53-foot long Maleficent Dragon – finally arrived at Magic Kingdom Park under cover of darkness. Take a look: View the full article

YEEHAW! Big Thunder Ranch Jamboree in Frontierland is a fun stomping ground during your magical day at Disneyland park. The Big Thunder Ranch Jamboree Character Roundup is in full swing every Friday - Sunday. View the full article

Would you like to win a vacation to Disney Parks? Don’t forget - this is the last week you can enter the Family Time Resolution Sweepstakes, our vacation-a-day giveaway that runs through January 31, 2014. View the full article

I’m happy to share that new Hidden Mickey pins are arriving soon to Cast Members’ lanyards at Disney Parks. For those unfamiliar with these pins, the Disney pin team distributes these pins to Cast Members to use for trading with Guests. The Hidden Mickey pin collection was first introduced at Walt Disney World Resort in 2002. Today, they have become something fun for Guests to collect or trade while visiting Disney Parks. Jeanne Lewis, merchandiser for Disney pins, recently gave me a look at the first wave of pins for 2014. This year’s collections feature familiar Disney characters and icons from Disney Parks. View the full article

Most fairy tales that we’re familiar with have far off kingdoms, royal families and in the far off corner, some type of black forest that strikes fear in the hearts of the villagers everywhere. Rest assured there is nothing to fear with what I am about to show you. For the month of February, our Disneyland Resort Candy Makers have whipped up something fit for a royal family, king, queen, prince or princess - a Black Forest apple. Even just at the site of it without even tasting it, there wasn’t an ounce of doubt in my mind that it was the perfect addition to the gourmet apples series that you have come to know and love. View the full article

CELEBRATION, Fla. – This holiday season, give a gift that’s both nautical and nice: a cruise on the Disney Magic, Disney Wonder, Disney Dream or Disney Fantasy, all decked to the “raft-ers” with holiday cheer. Starting late November, Disney Cruise Line adds sparkle to each ship during Very Merrytime Cruises, with traditional “turkey day” fanfare, ... View the full article

CELEBRATION, Fla. – Disney Cruise Line will treat guests sailing this fall to a spook-tacular good time as the Disney ships transform into a ghoulish wonderland filled with frightfully fun events and activities, special decorations, unique menu items in the restaurants and themed parties on deck. In 2014, Halloween on the High Seas takes place ... View the full article

For Disney fans watching the Grammy Awards on Sunday, they got an extra treat as the first full-length trailer for Walt Disney Pictures' "Maleficent" premiered during the telecast. View the full article

Two of the biggest stars from Disney Junior, Doc McStuffins and Sofia from “Sofia the First,” have joined the cast of Disney Junior Play ‘n Dine at Hollywood & Vine. View the full article

Now that we’ve given you a glimpse at some of the destinations in Europe you can visit with us this summer, like Venice, the Greek Isles and Dubrovnik, Croatia, you’re probably facing the tough decision that every Disney cruiser must make... View the full article

On Friday, Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa, welcomed NFL players preparing to compete in today's Pro Bowl game. Players were invited to bring their families to enjoy an afternoon of Disney magic, with special guests Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse. View the full article