Tinkerbells
Oct 10, 2008, 09:30 AM
<p>LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. -- Everywhere you look at Walt Disney World Resort, beloved Disney characters are waiting to offer a warm embrace, sign an autograph or pose for a cherished photo. Whether it's Mickey Mouse or one of the classic Disney villains, characters are never far from guests seeking a magical moment only Disney can deliver.</p>
<p>And it has never been easier. Magic Kingdom, for instance, has Mickey's Toontown Fair, a playful "land" dedicated to bringing kids and characters together.</p>
<p>While you never know when a Disney character might pop up, here are a few tips to improve your chances of seeing your favorites.</p>
<p><b><u>Follow the Glove to Track Favorite Characters</u> </b></p>
<p>All Walt Disney World theme park guest guidemaps now feature the easily recognizable Mickey's glove icon in every park area where characters can be found. It's the best way to find your Disney friends!</p>
<p><b><u>See Mickey Mouse and Pals at Magic Kingdom</u> </b></p>
<p>If you want to fulfill your life-long dream of meeting Mickey Mouse, <b>Mickey's Toontown Fair</b> is the place to be. In a cool, air-conditioned setting, guests have a chance to visit his house and meet the Mouse himself in the Judge's Tent directly behind Mickey's home. Minnie Mouse, Goofy, Donald Duck and other pals of Mickey Mouse also stop by Mickey's Toontown Fair throughout the day to meet with fans of all ages. They are eager to pose for photos and give autographs in the Hall of Fame located inside County Bounty.</p>
<p>Fantasyland is another popular area where Disney characters make special appearances, especially at <b>Fantasyland Character Festival</b>. Up to five characters from famous Disney films are available for hugs, kisses and autographs. Guests in Fantasyland also can meet Ariel from "The Little Mermaid" after splashing around in her "under-the-sea" play area in Ariel's Grotto, a popular meet-and-greet location.</p>
<p><b><u>Disney's Hollywood Studios Home of More Disney Characters</u> </b></p>
<p>Disney characters never miss the chance to be "in the movies" at Disney's Hollywood Studios, often the first place characters from the latest Disney animated film will appear -- in stage shows, attractions or parades. Mickey Avenue is a prime meeting place for Minnie Mouse and Pluto.</p>
<p><b><u>At Epcot, Characters Travel Around the World</u> </b></p>
<p>Epcot is another hot spot to meet Disney characters. At <b>Epcot Character Spot</b>, located in Innoventions West, Mickey Mouse is joined by longtime Disney character friends such as Minnie Mouse, Goofy, Pluto and Chip and Dale. They host and present five themed areas -- brightly colored cartoon settings depicting transportation, space, energy, land and communication -- for meet-and-greets and photos with guests.</p>
<p>Characters also can be found in World Showcase pavilions, greeting guests throughout the 11 World Showcase countries. For instance, Belle and her friends from “Beauty and the Beast” are occasionally spotted in the Library in France, while Aladdin and his pals often sign autographs and pose for photos in Morocco.</p>
<p>Guests of Epcot also may find their favorite Disney friends traveling on a double-decker bus throughout World Showcase Plaza. The characters pose for photographs and sign autographs along the way.</p>
<p><b><u>A Special Character Land at Disney's Animal Kingdom</u> </b></p>
<p>At <b>Camp Minnie-Mickey</b>, character-loving guests are in heaven. In a shady grove of brooks, nooks and cedar trees reminiscent of an Adirondack summer camp, Disney characters are on hand to greet guests, sign autographs and pose for photos.</p>
<p>Guests will find Mickey Mouse and his good friend, Minnie Mouse, soaking up the campground fun, along with Goofy, Pluto, Winnie the Pooh and his Hundred Acre Wood pals, plus Chip 'n' Dale.</p>
<p>Camp Minnie-Mickey is home to the "Festival of the Lion King" theater show, where Simba and his friends celebrate the music from the classic Disney film.</p>
<p><b><u>Feeling Hungry? Try a Character Dining Experience</u> </b></p>
<p>Don't forget to call 407/WDW-DINE to make reservations at one of the many character dining locations. Walt Disney World Resort offers many different character dining experiences from breakfast to dinner. They offer a fun and unique way to meet some of your Disney friends.</p>
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<p>So grab the cameras and the autograph books! And get ready to meet some real characters.</p>
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<p>And it has never been easier. Magic Kingdom, for instance, has Mickey's Toontown Fair, a playful "land" dedicated to bringing kids and characters together.</p>
<p>While you never know when a Disney character might pop up, here are a few tips to improve your chances of seeing your favorites.</p>
<p><b><u>Follow the Glove to Track Favorite Characters</u> </b></p>
<p>All Walt Disney World theme park guest guidemaps now feature the easily recognizable Mickey's glove icon in every park area where characters can be found. It's the best way to find your Disney friends!</p>
<p><b><u>See Mickey Mouse and Pals at Magic Kingdom</u> </b></p>
<p>If you want to fulfill your life-long dream of meeting Mickey Mouse, <b>Mickey's Toontown Fair</b> is the place to be. In a cool, air-conditioned setting, guests have a chance to visit his house and meet the Mouse himself in the Judge's Tent directly behind Mickey's home. Minnie Mouse, Goofy, Donald Duck and other pals of Mickey Mouse also stop by Mickey's Toontown Fair throughout the day to meet with fans of all ages. They are eager to pose for photos and give autographs in the Hall of Fame located inside County Bounty.</p>
<p>Fantasyland is another popular area where Disney characters make special appearances, especially at <b>Fantasyland Character Festival</b>. Up to five characters from famous Disney films are available for hugs, kisses and autographs. Guests in Fantasyland also can meet Ariel from "The Little Mermaid" after splashing around in her "under-the-sea" play area in Ariel's Grotto, a popular meet-and-greet location.</p>
<p><b><u>Disney's Hollywood Studios Home of More Disney Characters</u> </b></p>
<p>Disney characters never miss the chance to be "in the movies" at Disney's Hollywood Studios, often the first place characters from the latest Disney animated film will appear -- in stage shows, attractions or parades. Mickey Avenue is a prime meeting place for Minnie Mouse and Pluto.</p>
<p><b><u>At Epcot, Characters Travel Around the World</u> </b></p>
<p>Epcot is another hot spot to meet Disney characters. At <b>Epcot Character Spot</b>, located in Innoventions West, Mickey Mouse is joined by longtime Disney character friends such as Minnie Mouse, Goofy, Pluto and Chip and Dale. They host and present five themed areas -- brightly colored cartoon settings depicting transportation, space, energy, land and communication -- for meet-and-greets and photos with guests.</p>
<p>Characters also can be found in World Showcase pavilions, greeting guests throughout the 11 World Showcase countries. For instance, Belle and her friends from “Beauty and the Beast” are occasionally spotted in the Library in France, while Aladdin and his pals often sign autographs and pose for photos in Morocco.</p>
<p>Guests of Epcot also may find their favorite Disney friends traveling on a double-decker bus throughout World Showcase Plaza. The characters pose for photographs and sign autographs along the way.</p>
<p><b><u>A Special Character Land at Disney's Animal Kingdom</u> </b></p>
<p>At <b>Camp Minnie-Mickey</b>, character-loving guests are in heaven. In a shady grove of brooks, nooks and cedar trees reminiscent of an Adirondack summer camp, Disney characters are on hand to greet guests, sign autographs and pose for photos.</p>
<p>Guests will find Mickey Mouse and his good friend, Minnie Mouse, soaking up the campground fun, along with Goofy, Pluto, Winnie the Pooh and his Hundred Acre Wood pals, plus Chip 'n' Dale.</p>
<p>Camp Minnie-Mickey is home to the "Festival of the Lion King" theater show, where Simba and his friends celebrate the music from the classic Disney film.</p>
<p><b><u>Feeling Hungry? Try a Character Dining Experience</u> </b></p>
<p>Don't forget to call 407/WDW-DINE to make reservations at one of the many character dining locations. Walt Disney World Resort offers many different character dining experiences from breakfast to dinner. They offer a fun and unique way to meet some of your Disney friends.</p>
<hr />
<p>So grab the cameras and the autograph books! And get ready to meet some real characters.</p>
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