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News Archive - June 2011

June 27, 2011

Parks Fill the Sky With Fireworks on July 4th

On the fourth of July, Disney's Hollywood Studios will join in the evening fireworks fun with a special holiday show prior to Fantasmic!. Magic Kingdom will treat guests to the "Concert in the Sky" display with patriotic music and "bombs bursting in air". Epcot will present its acclaimed "IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth." show with a special holiday finale. Epcot guests can also participate in meet-and-greets with Benjamin Franklin, Betsy Ross and Disney characters adorned in patriotic dress at American Adventure. The special nighttime shows are included with theme park admission.

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June 23, 2011

Candlelight Processional Narrators Announced

The Narrators for the 2011 Candlelight Processional have been released. The list of celebrities this year include; Neil Patrick Harris, Trace Adkins, Whoopie Goldberg, Susan Lucci, Blair Underwood and more. There will be three daily showings from November 25 through December 30 at 5:00, 6:45 & 8:15 PM.

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June 17, 2011

INTERCOT Insider Podcast - Episode 17:
Check's In The Mail

Jeff Latko (JPL) and Nanci Rossetti from Magical Journey's Travel join Ian, Carol & John for another roundtable discussion of what's happening at Walt Disney World. Topics include new promos, ticket price increases, stroller parking, best desserts, the Food and Wine Festival and more. Get your Duffy, Horizons and Beverage mentions all in one neat package by listening the latest episode of the INTERCOT Insider Live.

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June 12, 2011

Ticket Price Increases Take Effect Today

Beginning today, Walt Disney World will increase the base price of a one-day, one-park ticket to $85, up from $82. The same ticket for a child 3-9 climbs $5, to $79. Multi-day ticket packages also increase though a lesser amount. Park Hopper add-on options increased to $55, up from $54. Water Park Fun & More add-ons are also now $55 per pass. In addition, many of the park's other tickets have received a rise in cost, including Annual Passes. All price changes are effective, June 12, 2011.

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June 6, 2011

INTERCOT Insider Podcast - Episode 16:
Buy Me a Cheesesteak at Cosmic Rays

In this episode, Ian is forced to admit that Cosmic Rays actually does have a good Philly Cheesesteak as he calls in from the road on his way home after 10 days at Disney World. The crew also discuss the Star Tours 3D grand opening, Disney Cruise Line, American Idol, the future of the Space Program and a whole lot more. It's hot outside, so grab a cool drink and chill out with another exciting episode of the INTERCOT Insider Live!

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June 1, 2011

2011 Eat to the Beat Concert Series Announced

The 2011 Epcot International Food and Wine Festival "Eat to the Beat" concert series line up has officially been announced. The concerts, which are included with Epcot admission, will be at the America Gardens Theatre stage beginning September 30. Performances will be nightly and of course, this year’s schedule is subject to change... Taylor Dayne: 9/30-10/2, 38 Special: 10/3-5, Jon Secada: 10/6-7, Roger Hodgson formerly of Supertramp: 10/8-9, Billy Ocean: 10/10-12, Starship starring Mickey Thomas: 10/13-16, Sugar Ray: 10/17-19, The Orchestra starring former members of ELO: 10/20-21, Howard Jones: 10/22-23, Boyz II Men: 10/24-26, Gin Blossoms: 10/27-28, Sister Hazel: 10/29-30, Hanson: 10/31-11/1, The Pointer Sisters: 11/2-3, Night Ranger: 11/4-6, Air Supply: 11/7-8, Richard Marx: 11/9-10 & Big Bad Voodoo Daddy: 11/11-13.