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The Buzz: Mystery Photo for 1/26/2012
Posted by: Jennifer Marx on 01/26/2012 (2 days ago)

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Mystery photo for January 26, 2012 -- find the photo somewhere here in the PassPorter Photo Archive and click the "Save Contest Entry" link to be entered to win the iPad loaded with PassPorter books! You must be logged in to the ...

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New Blog Entry: It's the CAREGIVER's Vacation Too!!
Authored by: Pamela Dorr on 01/26/2012 (2 days ago)

Every day I deal with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Social Phobia, Generalized Anxiety, Major Depression, and Hereditary Spastic Paraparesis. However, I personally only "suffer" from a mild case of depression. So why do I deal with all those other things? Simple, I am a mom, girlfriend, and caregiver to two wonderful people that are diagnosed with these mental and physical problems. Disney trips are a chance for all of us to forget about the diagnoses for a little while, to an extent. I am the trip planner. I make sure that my boyfriend gets face time with his favorite characters in an environment where he is more comfortable. This means that I reserve a dinner or breakfast seating at on... Keep reading ...

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New Blog Entry: Patience is a Virtue (Unless You're Planning a Disney Vacation!)
Authored by: aliceinwdw on 01/26/2012 (2 days ago)

Let me start by clarifying: I don't mean that patience is needed to do the (fun!) stuff; i.e. the planning, etc., I mean that you, well, I, will need patience for the waiting to plan! You Totally Do This, Don't You? So, I can honestly say that I love starting to thinking about our next trip practically as soon as I set foot in the door after returning home from our latest vacation! Ok, so I may not exactly be knocking the luggage out of DH's hands while tearing down the hallway to go and grab my Disney Vacation Club ("DVC") points chart -- because I already have them memorized. *eyeroll* Ok, not really! -- but, I have more than likely already had a conversation, or four, with him ... Keep reading ...

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New Blog Entry: Disney Scrapbooking: There is No Wrong Way
Authored by: GoofyMom on 01/25/2012 (3 days ago)

This is my very first blog post for  the PassPorter Disney Scrapbooking and Memory Making blog. I’ll give you a little background about me to start with.  I'm Donna and I’ve been a PassPorter Message Board Guide for almost 8 years. I live in Winnipeg, Canada, have been married for 26 years and we have 2 grown children and a son-in-law. My first Disney trips were to Disneyland and it’s got a very special spot in my heart. I believe that is where my love for Disney began. We took the kids to Disneyland in 1999, and then started taking them to Walt Disney World. I started paper scrapping a couple of our early trips to Disney, but I just didn’t get very far. It’s not that I didn’t like doing... Keep reading ...

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New Podcast: Our Never-Done-at-Disney List
Posted by: Jennifer Marx on 01/25/2012 (3 days ago)

Image of Blizzard Beach - Ski Patrol Training Camp and Summit Plummet submitted by chezp from the PassPorter Photo Archive

Join Jennifer and Sara as they discuss the weekly Disney news (including the announcement of the 2013 Disney Cruise Line itineraries), announce listener celebrations and a new contest winner, and chat about what they have NEVER had a chance to do at Disney, in spite of countless trips! More ...

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New Blog Entry: Understanding Disney promotions and discounts
Authored by: Caldercup on 01/25/2012 (3 days ago)

Hey, we all know that going on vacation isn't cheap, especially at such a wonderful place as Walt Disney World. But there ARE ways to save, if you keep your eyes open.   Sure, you can pack your lunches, you can stay at a cheap motel, you can resist the urge to buy souvenirs, and you can say no to all the vacation "extras." But, for some of us, working that hard to save money can feel a little too pinch-pennyish. It's a vacation after all -- you're supposed to ENJOY IT! And there's no need to break the bank. All it takes is a little research, signing up, and watching your email. *** First off, I highly recommend becoming a Mousesavers.com newsletter subscriber. It's... Keep reading ...

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New Blog Entry: Disney Cruise Line's New Spring and Summer 2013 Schedule
Authored by: Dave Marx on 01/25/2012 (3 days ago)

Disney Cruise Line has announced the spring and summer 2013 itineraries for the Disney Magic and Disney Wonder (all 2013 itineraries for the Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy have been known for some time). Some of the news was expected, some less so.   The Disney Dream in the shipyard in 2010, soon after her "float-out." New ships have opened new horizons for Disney Cruise Line.   What was expected? A new U.S. port of embarkation, Miami, Florida, has been added to DCL's lineup. News of this dribbled out earlier in January, after DCL scheduled a press conference in Miami. Following the Costa Concordia tragedy, Disney and every other cruise line adopted a low media... Keep reading ...

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New Blog Entry: Disney Scrapbooking: There is No Wrong Way
Authored by: GoofyMom on 01/25/2012 (3 days ago)

This is my very first blog post for  the PassPorter Disney Scrapbooking and Memory Making blog. I’ll give you a little background about me to start with.  I'm Donna and I’ve been a PassPorter Message Board Guide for almost 8 years. I live in Winnipeg, Canada, have been married for 26 years and we have 2 grown children and a son-in-law. My first Disney trips were to Disneyland and it’s got a very special spot in my heart. I believe that is where my love for Disney began. We took the kids to Disneyland in 1999, and then started taking them to Walt Disney World. I started paper scrapping a couple of our early trips to Disney, but I just didn’t get very far. It’s not that I didn’t like doing... Keep reading ...

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Disney Eases Cast Member Dress Code
Posted by: PassPorter News on 01/24/2012 (4 days ago)

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Walt Disney Parks and Resorts has changed their employee dress code for Disneyland and Walt Disney World, and will now allow male Cast Members to grow beards. The restriction on facial hair was previously eased to allow moustaches. Facial hair must be no longer than 1/4 inch in length and must be well-groomed and professional in appearance. Also, "Casual Friday" has been introduced for non-costumed Cast Members who do not interact with guests.

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Dumbo Re-Opening Postponed
Posted by: PassPorter News on 01/24/2012 (4 days ago)

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The Dumbo attraction in the Magic Kingdom is now scheduled to open March 11, 2012.

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