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wow thanks a lot! looks really huge doesn't it? Can't wait for it! :D I guess this will have a height restriction then>
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The Parks & Resorts presentation has just finished without any new announcements whatsoever for WDW. Can't say I'm too disappointed as I didn't expect anything major because of the Fantasyland expansion, Aulani and Shanghai Disneyland but a new attraction, perhaps in DHS or Animal Kingdom, would have been good.
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nKP6CKOTiGU

This is a fun video from the D23 Expo of some of the most recognisable voices you will hear on Disney's most popular attractions.
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"Thanks to all of you for your responses. Your passion, energy and affection for our parks and resorts is the reason we do what we do so I appreciate your feedback. I know many of you were hoping for announcements regarding new projects from Walt Disney Parks and Resorts, especially at Walt Disney World Resort, so I wanted to take a moment to address those comments.

The projects we’ve already announced represent the largest period of growth ever in Disney Parks’ history. We’re working hard to create new and exciting experiences for our guests around the world and while the timing isn’t always right to announce another big project, we like to use opportunities like the D23 Expo to update fans like you on the great progress we’re making. We have several incredible projects currently in the works and look forward to sharing more information with all of you in the weeks and months ahead, including new details regarding Downtown Disney in Florida. "
Tom Staggs has responded to criticism Disney has received for not announcing any new attractions for WDW at the D23 Expo. Let's hope that we hear more about these projects soon, hopefully they will include new attractions for DHS and Animal Kingdom.
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Sounds Dangerous to be finally removed by mid-2012
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Giant ‘Finding Nemo’ figures installed at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort
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Little Red Going Away at Kilimanjaro Safaris. Zebras Coming.
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A really interesting article (more about the zebras):

The Morning Report: Zebras & Dolphins
http://disneyatwork.com/?p=557
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Interesting. Been to Animal Kingdom twice fairly recently (October & last week). Will look forward to the changes in the fall. March 1st heading back up for a day at EPCOT. Gonna make reservations early for Via Napoli. Had a great dinner twice at Yak & Yeti's in Animal Kingdom (I got the duck both times & it was mouth watering). :D
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Storybook Circus Opens Late March, Snow White Closes Late May
http://wdwnewstoday.com/archives/8805
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Photo Update: More and more details appearing in the Fantasyland expansion at Magic Kingdom
http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/201 ... c-kingdom/
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So Long Bouncy Place! Pooh Queue Modifications
http://www.epcyclopedia.com/2012/02/16/ ... fications/
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France Pavilion Bakery in Epcot to Expand
http://www.epcyclopedia.com/2012/02/22/ ... to-expand/
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Phineas and Ferb to Replace Kim Possible at Epcot in June
http://www.epcyclopedia.com/2012/02/17/ ... t-in-june/
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Video: Brown Derby Interactive Menu for Guest With Special Dietary Needs
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Spaceship:Earth will be receiving FastPass:
"Pre-Flower & Garden Festival" Epcot Update: PART 1
http://orlandoparksnews.blogspot.com/20 ... te_25.html
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Boy oh boy, those pictures are giving me major WDW withdrawal. :(
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Disney to Hold Auditions for Star Wars Weekends
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Magic Kingdom to test FastPass for Wishes and Electrical Parade
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Habit Heroes get kicked to the curb
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Magic Kingdom monorail beams closing dates confirmed
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Weaving Costumes into the Storytelling Fabric of New Fantasyland at Magic Kingdom Park
posted on 2.2.12 by DisneyParksBlog.

<iframe width="560" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/Chwv0UWRvTw" frameborder="0"></iframe>

The Gaston inspired costume made me smile.
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SillySymphony wrote: The Gaston inspired costume made me smile.
Nice ascot. ;)

Really neat video!!!
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A Marquee Milestone at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort at Walt Disney World Resort
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Splitsville to Bring Bowling to Downtown Disney
http://thedisneyblog.com/2012/03/19/spl ... wn-disney/
Great idea!!!

News! Epcot’s Expanded French Bakery Menu Details and Slated Opening Date
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EPCOT 2012 Flower & Garden Festival Photo Update
http://thedisneyblog.com/2012/03/14/epc ... to-update/

Okapi Calf Hits the Savannah at Kidani Village
http://thedisneyblog.com/2012/03/15/oka ... i-village/

Complimentary Wi-Fi Now Available in All Walt Disney World Resort Hotels
http://www.laughingplace.com/Latest-ID-79652.asp

Walt Disney World Expands In-Room Television Channel Choices (Updated)
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Agent P’s World Showcase Adventure Coming Soon to Epcot
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Disney Moves Up Opening Date for Art of Animation, Book Today
http://thedisneyblog.com/2012/03/23/dis ... ook-today/

VIDEO: First Look Around Art of Animation Lobby with Imagineers
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Art of Animation Update
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Opening dates announced for Disney’s Art of Animation Resort wings at Walt Disney World, starting with Finding Nemo
http://www.insidethemagic.net/2012/03/o ... ney-world/
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Art of Animation to Open with RFID Room Keys for Phase 1 NextGen
http://www.epcyclopedia.com/2012/03/22/ ... 1-nextgen/
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Habit Heroes: The Negative Press of a Sneak Peek
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Review: Sleepy Hollow’s Ham, Prosciutto, and Swiss Waffle Sandwich
http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2012/03/2 ... -sandwich/
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'AMERICAN IDOL' Pimping Out Contestants for New Disney Attraction
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more info: Splitsville strikes deal with Mickey
http://www2.tbo.com/news/attractions/20 ... ar-381789/
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Wildlife Wednesdays: Real-Life Pumbaas (Baby Warthogs) Born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
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What about Seven Dwarfs Mine ride update? :?
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Walt Disney World Test Track April-September Overhaul Canceled?
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Marvel's the Avengers Monorail Coming to Disney World
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Marvel's the Avengers Monorail Concept Art
http://www.laughingplace.com/Latest-ID-79743.asp

(Scroll to the bottom for) Test Track revamp still a go
http://disneyatwork.com/?p=682
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Vision House green home exhibit to open in Epcot’s Innoventions on Earth Day at Walt Disney World
http://www.insidethemagic.net/2012/03/v ... ney-world/
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Adam Roth’s 3/23/12 WDW Photo Report
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When Less Is Not More: Flower & Garden Festival returns to Epcot
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