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Hey guys, going to Florida from December 2-16. I was wondering what's new since last September. Last time we were there was in September 2008 and we saw a lot of pumpkins for halloween. Any help would be appreciated.
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Space Mountain got refurbished, and there's the Tiana's Jubilee show, and Pixie Hollow. Off the top of my head, that's all I can think of.

I thought that this was interesting: it's a list of things WDW's been spending money on, fixing and whatnot:

Recession slows some construction at Disney World — but not all
http://thedailydisney.com/blog/2009/11/ ... t-not-all/
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blackcauldron85 wrote:Space Mountain got refurbished, and there's the Tiana's Jubilee show, and Pixie Hollow. Off the top of my head, that's all I can think of.

I thought that this was interesting: it's a list of things WDW's been spending money on, fixing and whatnot:

Recession slows some construction at Disney World — but not all
http://thedailydisney.com/blog/2009/11/ ... t-not-all/
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When we were at WDW in September we had supper at Pinocchio Village Haus. The food was good. Yummy!
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Cantina de San Angel set for major refurbishment in early 2010
http://wdwmagic.com/Dining/Cantina-de-S ... y-2010.htm
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blackcauldron85 wrote:Cantina de San Angel set for major refurbishment in early 2010
http://wdwmagic.com/Dining/Cantina-de-S ... y-2010.htm
HOLY SHIT. I love that place. They had tasty "wet burritos"
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Super Aurora wrote: They had tasty "wet burritos"
Yes, the wet burritos are muy bueno! I wonder how much, if at all, the menu will change, though- maybe it'll just be expanded seating and similar things?
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New Latin Options at Epcot's Refreshment Port
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Sounds Dangerous making a brief reopening over the holidays to soak up those crowds
http://wdwmagic.com/Attractions/Sounds- ... crowds.htm
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Cinderella Castle front side refurbishment coming in January 2010
http://www.wdwmagic.com/Attractions/Cin ... y-2010.htm
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WDW Refurb Update: CSR Pool in Jan; Backlot Tour and Studio Catering Company in Feb
http://www.stitchkingdom.com/2009/12/21 ... ny-in-feb/
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It appears that a new pizzeria will be coming to Epcot's Italy pavilion. A construction permit has been filed for construction of the new pizzeria, naming the Patina Group as the owner/operator of the facility. Patina also owns and operates Tutto Italia.

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Rock 'n Roller Coaster Queue Changes
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info about a star-studded Celebration of Volunteerism:

Muppets to Lead Disney Parks Afternoon Parades in 2010
http://www.stitchkingdom.com/2009/12/22 ... s-in-2010/
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blackcauldron85 wrote:Cantina de San Angel set for major refurbishment in early 2010
http://wdwmagic.com/Dining/Cantina-de-S ... y-2010.htm
blackcauldron85 wrote:http://www.mouseplanet.com/9098/Walt_Di ... ort_Update

It appears that a new pizzeria will be coming to Epcot's Italy pavilion. A construction permit has been filed for construction of the new pizzeria, naming the Patina Group as the owner/operator of the facility. Patina also owns and operates Tutto Italia.
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Studio Backlot Bulldozed???
http://www.wdwnewstoday.com/archives/4831
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I actually wouldn't mind this one bit. I never was on the Backlot Tour back in the day, when it actually was a Backlot Tour, but from what I've heard, the current tour pales in comparison. It's always something that we'll only do if we're walking by and have time- we never are like, "Ohhh, we can't forget to do the Backlot Tour today!".

More rides can only be a good thing for DHS- it can use them. And YES PLEASE to a Monsters, Inc. coaster- I've thought that the door ride would make a great ride ever since the movie came out.
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I don't know, I enjoyed the tour. It wasn't very exciting though.... And a Monsters, Inc. coaster would be awesome!
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Update on the Cinderella Castle front side refurbishment coming in January 2010
http://wdwmagic.com/Attractions/Cindere ... y-2010.htm
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Dates for 2010 Epcot International Food And Wine Festival Quietly Announced by Disney
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Prince Caspian meet and greet closing later this week
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Walt Disney World Resort Celebrates U.S. Military in 2010 With Special Ticket, Lodging Offers
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New Refreshment Port menu at Epcot now offers Latin inspired quick service food
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Disney offers 4-day, 4-park pass for $99
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Cinderella’s Golden Carrousel Grows New Stirrups
http://thedisneyblog.com/2010/01/06/cin ... -stirrups/

Disney’s Animal Kingdom Welcomes Gerenuk Calf to Herd
http://thedisneyblog.com/2010/01/07/dis ... f-to-herd/

WDW Refurb Update: Cantina de San Angel Refurb Begins Major Refurbishment and More
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New counter service pizzeria now under construction next to Tutto Italia Ristorante in the Italy pavilion (photos)
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blackcauldron85 wrote:Space Mountain got refurbished, and there's the Tiana's Jubilee show, and Pixie Hollow. Off the top of my head, that's all I can think of.

I thought that this was interesting: it's a list of things WDW's been spending money on, fixing and whatnot:

Recession slows some construction at Disney World — but not all
http://thedailydisney.com/blog/2009/11/ ... t-not-all/
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We saw Tiana's Jubilee show. We loved it. We were standing at the spot where the boat stopped to put on the show.
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