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12/22/08
--So, What About Leap Year Birthdays?
--Can One Person Get Everyone's Fastpasses?
--What Has Happened to the Yeti?
--What Is That Large Building Behind the Canada Pavilion?
--Magic Kingdom Parade and Show of the '90s?
--What Is This High Tech Dining Room Device?

12/15/08
12/8/08
--What Is This French Toast Dish?
--Park Purchases, Fireworks and Lights
--How Strict Are the "Birthday Rules" for the New "Celebrate" Promotion?
--A New Fairy Ride in the Magic Kingdom?
--What Is This Epcot Ship?
--One Last Time Before Christmas: How to Buy Park Merchandise From Home

12/1/08
--Best Way to Tote Tickets
--Checking In at a Resort for a Southwest Flight?
--What Are the Sci-Fi Dine-In Movie Trailers?
--Nearest Pharmacy to the Wilderness Lodge
--Will MouseFest and Pop Warner Events Affect Crowd Levels?
--Is There an Age Minimum to Purchase Packages?

11/24/08
11/17/08
--Booking a Room Overlooking the Boardwalk
--How to Tell Who Charged What When a Resort ID is Used
--Christmas Day at the Magic Kingdom?
--Why Can't You Go to a Park from Downtown Disney?
--Automatic Gratuities and Counter Service Restaurants
--What Does "BVG" Stand For?

11/10/08
--A Disney "Big Wig" Book?
--Tusker House and Jiko
--Why Aren't We Able to Walk Through the Castle?
--Why Are the Pepper Market's Prices Higher Than Other Food Courts?
--What Are the Alternatives to Free Birthday Admission?
--New Show at the Hall of Presidents

11/3/08
--The Semi-Annual Refillable Mug Question
--Disneyland Disappointment?
--Does This Question Make Scents?
--Dining on a Steamship?
--Was Barbie Ever at Epcot?
--Restaurants with Organic Foods on the Menu?

10/27/08
--The Path between Epcot and the Studios
--It's Holiday Shopping Time! How to Purchase Park Merchandise from Home
--Which Resorts Have Only One Bus Stop?
--What Is That White Plastic Card on a Lanyard?
--Stroller or Pediatric Wheelchair for a Disabled Child?
--Where to Rent a Car on Property

10/20/08
--Dining at Crockett's Tavern?
--Is Changing Resorts Mid-Trip a Good Idea?
--What's Going On When Cast Members Show a Slip of Paper and Switch Places?
--When Does Mickey's Once Upon a Christmas Parade Begin Daytime Performances?
--Will Universal Tear Down Dueling Dragons for Wizarding World?
--Who Is the Candlelight Processional Celebrity Narrator on Christmas Eve?

10/13/08
--Who Lives Behind the Magic Kingdom?
--License Plates on the Sci-Fi Dine In "Cars"
--Anita's Annual Holiday Crowd Predictions 2008
--If You Knew Sushi...
--The Demise of Pal Mickey/Will He Still Work in the Parks
--Harry Potter Coming to the World?

10/6/08
--Is There a Lounge at the Wilderness Lodge?
--Characters That Can't Sign or Stamp/A Hunchback of Notre Dame Show?
--YoMD: Can You Still Send in Postcard Entries?
--When Are the Summer Crowds Lightest?
--What Is the Difference Between the Dining Experience and the Dining Plan?
--Best Place to Get Sushi at the World?

9/29/08
--Treasure Hunts at the World?
--Is Park Admission Necessary to Dine at Cinderella's Royal Table?
--No More Characters at the Garden Grill?
--How to Get a Christmas Tree for Your Resort Room
--Fort Wilderness Movie Schedule
--Who Is the Voice of Teddi Barra?

9/22/08
--When Does the Holiday Decorating Commence?
--Looking for a Wooden Leg Named Smith?
--More, MUCH More on Those World Showcase OmniBuses
--An Old-Fashioned Phone on Main Street?
--Name of Soap Store at the Grand Floridian?
--Two Tracks at Everest?

9/15/08
--Parking Fees: How Many Times Per Day to Pay?
--Where Is Roy O. Disney's Statue Located?
--Castle Dream Lights for 2008?
--What Happens in Stormy Weather?
--A Mardi Gras Parade at French Quarter?
--Where Is This Hidden Mickey Located Inside the Haunted Mansion?

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Debbie writes:

I am looking for scavenger or treasure hunts for my family to participate in. We have been on the official Disney Family Magic Tour, which was so fun. Now the kids (Mom and Dad, too) would love to do more. Can you help?

Hi Debbie!

There are a couple of great books that can help you out with your treasure hunting. One is "Passporter's Treasure Hunts at Walt Disney World" by Jennifer and Jeff Carter (List $11.95 U.S.) and the other is "Hidden Mickeys, Third Addition: A Field Guide to Walt Disney World's Best Kept Secrets" by AllEars.net's own Steven M. Barrett. (List $11.95. U.S.) Both of these books can be purchased through AllEars.net's Amazon Store.

Happy hunting!

A.A.

Valorie writes:

I am planning on attending Cinderella's Royal Table with family, but not planning on going to the park. Is a park pass required to gain entrance?

Hi Valorie!

Anyone dining at a restaurant inside a theme park must have valid admission unless it is otherwise included as part of a special event. Since Cinderella's Royal Table is located inside the Magic Kingdom Park, valid park admission is required and you will need to purchase a ticket. A one-day one-park ticket will cost you approximately $80.

For more information about WDW park tickets and prices, please see AllEars.net's Ticket Price Comparison pages.

A.A.

Patrick writes:

We are traveling to WDW in October and have reservations at the "Garden Grill" specifically because of the characters. I have heard a worrying rumor that the character meal is to end. Could you confirm this, and if so what date?

Hi Patrick!

I have bad news and good news. The bad news is, it's true that after October 5, 2008 the characters will no longer be appearing at the Garden Grill during lunch. The good news is, the characters will continue to appear during dinner. You didn't say which service your Advance Dining Reservation is for, so you may or may not see the characters dependent on that. Good luck!

A.A.

Jason writes:

I am going to be at the World over Christmas this year. I heard something about being able to have a special Christmas tree with Disney ornaments ordered and placed in your resort room. After the holidays, they ship the tree and decorations to your home. If this is the case, any information you could provide would be greatly appreciated.

Hi Jason!

It is indeed the case; however, you may want to sit down before I tell you how much it will cost. This year, there are three styles available. One is themed to Mickey and is a real tree in a pot, but quite tiny. It costs $145 and cannot be shipped to your home, only to your resort. The others are artificial trees and are about 3 feet tall. One is themed to the Year of a Million Dreams and costs $365, and the other is themed to Neverland and costs $395. These prices do not include tax, delivery fees, service charges or charges for shipping the tree back to your home. To order, call Walt Disney World Florist at 407-827-3505 or order online at www.disneyflorist.com. Disney Florist started taking orders on August 1, and they do sell out, so if you want one, order it as soon as you can.

Merry shopping!

A.A.

Terry writes:

I would like to know where I can find the schedule for the movies being shown at the Fort Wilderness campground in November.

Hi Terry!

The Fort Wilderness movie schedule is posted monthly on the Mouse For Less website. (www.themouseforless.com/tripplanning/resorts/fwcampfiremovie.shtml)

Currently, only September's schedule is available, so you'll have to check back closer to your arrival date.

Have fun on your trip to the World!

A.A.

Patty writes:

Hi Anita, I have a question about "Teddi Barra" from the Country Bears. Is her voice done by Kitty Wells? Thanks.

Hi Patty!

The voice of Teddi Barra in the Country Bear Jamboree attraction is that of Patsy Stoneman Murphy. She's the daughter of country music legend and pioneer Pop Stoneman and is a member of the Stoneman Family. She is best known for Bluegrass, "Old Time" Country and Mountain music. Patsy's brother, Van Stoneman, can also be heard in the show as the voice of Liver Lips.

A.A.

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