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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

This week, we shared a special behind-the-scenes look at the work being done on the amazing floats of the upcoming “Disney Festival of Fantasy Parade.” View the full article

This week on the Disney Parks Blog, we shared some impressive shots of trains that regularly delight guests at both Disneyland park and Magic Kingdom Park. View the full article

SOUTHFIELD, Mich. — From the Muppets to James Franco, Hollywood will be working hard for carmakers at the Super Bowl. View the full article

Last Sunday I once again found myself again at a runDisney finish line watching more than 15,000 thousand registered runners cross the finish line at the Tinker Bell Half Marathon at the Disneyland Resort. From shouts of joy and tears of happiness, to runners who made the journey look easy to those that appeared to dig deep within themselves to find the strength and courage to achieve their goal, it was truly an emotional inspiration for me and all the spectators who waited for hours to welcome runners home. View the full article

Did you happen to catch “Good Morning America” today? If so, you may have witnessed an amazing magical moment our Walt Disney World cast members helped create for Give Kids the World, a local nonprofit that has provided magical vacation experiences for thousands of children with life-threatening illnesses. View the full article

The first time Rick Dempsey heard Idina Menzel sing "Let it Go," the ice queen empowerment anthem in the Walt Disney Animation movie "Frozen," he knew he had a serious problem on his hands. View the full article

After reading Erin Glover’s interesting series on the history of the Disneyland Monorail, I was reminded of an interview I did with former Imagineer and Disney Legend Bob Gurr for the attraction’s 45th anniversary and rededication. View the full article

If you’re an adrenaline junkie like me, Alaska is the place for you! There are countless ways for you to get your heart racing, and even Port Adventures where your entire family can join the fun. View the full article

It’s a chilly January just about everywhere – so, we wanted to bring you a little something to warm up your winter – and – pun fully intended – whet your appetite for an exciting vacation at the Walt Disney World Resort soon! View the full article

Before the holiday season ended here at the Disneyland Resort earlier this month, I had the opportunity to photograph the Disneyland Railroad Engine No. 3 - the Fred G. Gurley - in Mickey's Toontown Station lit by the thousands of 'it's a small world" Holiday lights, all around the train. View the full article

More fun food at Downtown Disney West Side – House of Blues opened their new Smokehouse, a quick-service window where it’s easy to grab a generous smoked beef brisket sandwich, pulled pork or chicken sandwich, smoked turkey leg, St. Louis half-rack of ribs or an all-beef hot dog. That’s the menu, short and sweet. And the cole slaw has just the right amount of tang, the baked beans are sweet, the bread is soft and warm, and the meat is smoked right there in the House of Blues kitchen. True Southern-style good eats. View the full article

Chef de Cuisine Bill Orton oversees culinary training, chef recruiting and special dietary programs at the Disneyland Resort, including a new Culinary Apprentice Program he helped develop! View the full article

Clankety clank…chug chug…Woot! Woot! Anyone who’s been to Magic Kingdom Park is familiar with the ubiquitous Walt Disney World Railroad as it transports guests on its 1.5-mile track. But do you know the story behind the trains? How they run? The names of the trains? View the full article

Blogger Garbarino argues that Disney's Frozen is the most Christian movie of the year View the full article

Today is National Pie Day. Pie is such a delectable treat and an American Classic -- who doesn’t enjoy its goodness? Of course, most pies get their start in the kitchen, similar to this vintage kitchen from Mickey’s House in Mickey’s Birthdayland back in 1988. View the full article

On the heels of its two Academy Award nominations, the hit animated musical "Frozen" will storm theaters nationwide in a new singalong version, Walt Disney Studios announced Wednesday. View the full article

Who doesn’t love the idea of a tropical getaway? So any time that I can share details about what’s happening in the world of merchandise at Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa - I’m in. View the full article

Football fan or not, you likely will be attending a party next weekend for the big game. It's practically a national holiday! View the full article