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Disney raising ticket prices once again
http://thedailydisney.com/blog/2010/08/ ... nce-again/
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(The beginning of the article says that it was wrong in its previous version:
Because of incorrect information provided to the Sentinel, an earlier version of this story said rental prices for lockers, wheelchairs and scooters would also rise. Disney says those prices will remain unchanged.
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http://www.stitchkingdom.com/disney-new ... ov-troupe/
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Meanwhile, over at Epcot, Disney Parks is looking to form a new comedic all-female improv troupe complete with accordionist. The unnamed show is described as a ‘highly interactive, comedic, and mostly non verbal show’ and ‘demands high energy, great physical improvisation and a passion for guest involvement.’ As a plus, a ‘fun, good natured sense of all things Italian may be helpful!’
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New "Peoplemover" sign at the Tomorrowland Transit Authority
http://www.laughingplace.com/Latest-ID-75126.asp


Last Tour to Endor event will include special Star Wars touches
http://www.laughingplace.com/Latest-ID-75125.asp
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Walt Disney World's Encore Cast Choir and Orchestra Presents Special Collection of Disney Melodies Aug 6 - 8, Proceeds for Make A Wish
http://www.laughingplace.com/Latest-ID-75138.asp


Candlelight Dinner Packages Go On Sale August 26, Jodi Benson, Trace Adkins, Whoopi Goldberg Among Announced Narrators
http://www.laughingplace.com/Latest-ID-75137.asp

Jodi!!!!!!!!!! I don't know when my pass expires, but I'd love to see her!!!!!!!!!!!!!


Via Napoli pictures, and videos on the backstory and the ribbon cutting ceremony:

http://micechat.com/forums/blogs/weeken ... cards.html

Awww, Mickey and Minnie look great!

Lots more Via Napolia pictures and a video:

http://www.wdwnewstoday.com/2010/08/06/ ... -pizzaria/
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More about Via Napoli:

NEW PIZZERIA VIA NAPOLI UNVEILED AT EPCOT WORLD SHOWCASE AT WALT DISNEY WORLD RESORT
http://www.stitchkingdom.com/disney-new ... ld-resort/
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Construction pics:

http://www.wdwnewstoday.com/2010/08/05/ ... to-report/
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and here:

http://orlandoparksnews.blogspot.com/20 ... -2010.html
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2011 Vacation Packages
http://www.mousesavers.com/packages.html#2011
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Magic Kingdom parade changes: Tiana, Naveen in to boost finale float
http://thedailydisney.com/blog/2010/08/ ... ale-float/
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Le Cellier Dinner Will Require 2 Dining Plan Credits Beginning March 2011
http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2010/08/0 ... arch-2011/
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Pictures and video from the update to Celebrate a Dream Come True Parade
http://www.laughingplace.com/Lotion-View-1076.asp


More Themed Rooms Coming to Walt Disney World Resorts?
http://www.laughingplace.com/Latest-ID-75156.asp


Video: The Last Tour to Endor at Disney's Hollywood Studios
http://www.laughingplace.com/Latest-ID-75153.asp
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WDW APs Invited to Advance Screening of Tinker Bell and the Great Fairy Rescue
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WESH: Animal Kingdom Cast Members Get Sick From Fumes
http://www.laughingplace.com/Latest-ID-75189.asp


A New Country at Epcot? (and the Monsters, Inc. coaster open by 2014)
http://www.laughingplace.com/Latest-ID-75180.asp
Spain being the likely choice

Paradiso 37, Marrakesh owners file for bankruptcy...
http://washington.bizjournals.com/washi ... ily64.html


Grope Claim Against Donald Duck
Woman charges Disney character got handsy during Epcot visit
http://www.thesmokinggun.com/documents/ ... onald-duck
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Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge after Dark – Night Vision
http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2 ... ht-vision/
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Harry Potter beats Mickey Mouse — but he also helps him
http://thedailydisney.com/blog/2010/08/ ... helps-him/
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More details on the new savannah trekking experience heading to Disney's Animal Kingdom
http://www.wdwmagic.com/Attractions/Ani ... ingdom.htm
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Opening date for Karamelle-Kuche, the new Caramel shop at Germany in Epcot
http://wdwmagic.com/Shopping/Karamelle- ... -Epcot.htm
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Via Napoli brings a taste of Naples to Epcot's World Showcase
http://www.mouseplanet.com/9353/Via_Nap ... d_Showcase
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Club 626 Dance Party extended beyond Summer Nightastic!
http://www.wdwmagic.com/Attractions/Tom ... astic!.htm
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The Discounts Are Coming! The Discounts Are Coming!
http://blog.touringplans.com/2010/08/13 ... re-coming/
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Survey previews interesting possibilities for Walt Disney World
http://www.mouseplanet.com/9356/Walt_Di ... ate#survey
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Fairy Tales Come True at Newly Designed Franck’s Studio at Walt Disney World Resort
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Disney Food Blog Offers Their 2010 Epcot Food and Wine Festival: Touring Strategies
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New parking booths coming to MK
http://orlandoparksnews.blogspot.com/20 ... to-mk.html
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Rare 'Sounds Dangerous' openings this week
http://www.wdwmagic.com/Attractions/Sou ... s-week.htm
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I didn't know that TSM was closed...I'm going to DHS this weekend...


Interesting Toy Story Midway Mania Rumor
http://thedisneyblog.com/2010/08/20/int ... nia-rumor/



Mad Tea Party closing for refurbishment
http://www.wdwmagic.com/Attractions/Mad ... shment.htm
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DisneyReport wonders if the attraction is getting a new roof...


Festival of the Lion King Auditions in Atlanta September 13th
http://www.laughingplace.com/Latest-ID-75267.asp


Disney Parks Blog Update on La Hacienda de San Angel at Epcot
http://www.laughingplace.com/Latest-ID-75275.asp


Car Hits Bus at Walt Disney World
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Art Van Furniture To Send 20 Families on Dream Vacations to Disney World
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Info on speakers installed in Space Mountain:

http://screamscape.com/html/wdw_-_magic_kingdom.htm
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Imagination Pavillion Update
http://orlandoparksnews.blogspot.com/20 ... pdate.html
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Epcot Candlelight Dinner Packages On Sale Now
http://www.laughingplace.com/Latest-ID-75324.asp


Disney World agrees to pay clerks for unpaid work
http://thedisneyblog.com/2010/08/27/dis ... paid-work/


Latest buzz on Epcot’s future: Don’t expect a new country soon
http://www.cfnews13.com/article/enterta ... untry-soon
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WDW CHARACTER UPDATES: SENSATIONAL SIX TO GET HOLLYWOOD GLAMOUR MAKEOVER
http://www.stitchkingdom.com/disney-new ... -makeover/
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Disney World passholder event to introduce Duffy the Disney Bear
http://thedailydisney.com/blog/2010/08/ ... sney-bear/
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Trail's End at Fort Wilderness to offer a lunch menu service instead of buffet
http://www.wdwmagic.com/Dining/Trails-E ... buffet.htm
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