The Vacation Kingdom of the World
Since 1971, the Walt Disney World Resort has been the “Vacation Kingdom of the World”. Beginning with the Magic Kingdom, opening on October 1, 1971, Walt never actually saw ground break on his beloved Florida Project. It was his brother Roy O. Disney that brought Walt’s incredible ideas to life. But the legacy of Walt Disney is embedded in every square inch of the property.
With a total of 43 square miles (about twice the size of the island of Manhattan) just south of Orlando Florida, Walt Disney World has grown since 1971 to include four major theme parks, two water parks, a shopping and entertainment complex, a sports complex, over 100 restaurants and a variety of recreational activities.
There is so much to see and do at Walt Disney World, it’s no wonder why so many visitors return again and again! Whether it’s your first visit or your 100th, there will always be something new to discover.
News from Disney’s Theme Parks
New Space Ranger Spin Updates Coming to Disney World
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New Disney Vacation Club Lounge Opens at Magic Kingdom Park
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GEO-82: Details Revealed for Spaceship Earth Lounge
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Scary-Good New Monsters, Inc. Coaster Includes Vertical Lift
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DinoLand Is Closing: Here’s What to Catch Before it Goes Extinct
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Blizzard Beach 30th Anniversary Splashes Down in April at Walt Disney World Resort
Walt Disney World Resort is kicking off its “chilliest’’ celebration as Blizzard Beach Water Park celebrates its 30th anniversary in April with a...
























