Author Archive: Kathy Werling

Kathy Werling discovered Walt Disney World later than most people but has made up for it. Living close to the theme parks hasn't gotten old yet for her. Kathy is an accomplished photographer and is always out finding new and different things to photograph in the Orlando theme parks. Kathy is also part of the Orlando DIS Unplugged Podcast team.

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Starbucks opens at the Magic Kingdom!

Starbucks opens at the Magic Kingdom!

| June 18, 2013 | 2 Replies

Today was the big day!  Starbucks opened in the Main Street Bakery in Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World. The world didn’t come to an end, Walt didn’t turn over in his grave and life goes on here in Florida.

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Monsters University Homecoming at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Monsters University Homecoming at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

| June 14, 2013 | Reply

This fun show kicked off tonight at Disney’s Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World.  This is part of Limited Time Magic and is inspired by Disney and Pixar’s  upcoming film Monsters University.

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Wilderness Explorers at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Wilderness Explorers at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

| June 11, 2013 | Reply

It’s official!  I am a Wilderness Explorer. Walt Disney World debuted this new adventure at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. If you saw the movie Up, you’ll remember that Russell was a Wilderness Explorer. This is a great thing to do with the entire family. The target age is 7-10 but kids of all ages will enjoy [...]

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A Monstrous 24-Hour “All-Nighter” at Magic Kingdom

A Monstrous 24-Hour “All-Nighter” at Magic Kingdom

| May 26, 2013 | 5 Replies

I did it!  I managed to stay awake overnight for the kickoff event for Disney’s Monstrous Summer. This was a 24 hour event at Disney’s Magic Kingdom, Disneyland, and California Adventure held from 6:00am on May 24 through 6:00 am on May 25. Anyone who knows me knows that I go to bed early and [...]

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Star Wars Weekends 2013 comes to Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Star Wars Weekends 2013 comes to Disney’s Hollywood Studios

| May 18, 2013 | 1 Reply

Videos of Hyperspace Hoopla and the Legends of the Force parade It’s that time of year that Star Wars fans look forward to all year long. Star Wars Weekends come to Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Walt Disney World. Judging by the crowds today it has become even more popular than previous years.

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Merida becomes a Disney Princess!

Merida becomes a Disney Princess!

| May 11, 2013 | 5 Replies

Today at Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World, Merida from the Academy Award-winning film “Brave” became Disney’s 11th Princess. The ceremony started today at 9:30AM. It was tough to get a good spot to see the ceremony with the large crowds and  the area in front of the stage blocked off. There was also a [...]

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A Spring Walk around Magic Kingdom

A Spring Walk around Magic Kingdom

| April 24, 2013 | 7 Replies

It was a beautiful day here in Florida when I decided to take a walk around Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World.  There is still construction going on in the park.

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2nd Annual Easter Egg display at Disney’s Grand Floridian

2nd Annual Easter Egg display at Disney’s Grand Floridian

| March 27, 2013 | 1 Reply

I love all the special touches that Walt Disney World puts in their theme parks and resorts! Today I had the chance to view the 2nd Annual Easter Egg display at Disney’s Grand Floridian. The eggs are so detailed and beautiful!

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Habit Heroes reopens at Epcot

Habit Heroes reopens at Epcot

| March 1, 2013 | Reply

Habit Heroes recently reopened at Walt Disney World in Epcot’s Innoventions.  This is the second version and it has improved from the first version. We talked about this re-imagined attraction on a recent edition of the DisUnplugged Podcast.

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