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Rebekah grew up in Forney, Texas and lives just outside of Dallas. She’s been a Disney superfan since childhood, experiencing the magic at Walt Disney World for the first time at the age of 11. Journeys to Neverland are at least a yearly occurrence for her, her husband and her four children (the Fab Four). When they go to the parks, they stay in Florida for three weeks at a time. Rebekah loves exploring the history of the parks, the genius behind the Magic in the person of Walt Disney, and she is intrigued by all things Disney World and Disney Imagineering. When in the parks, Rebekah and her husband Scott make the most of their time by enjoying every minute with their Fab Four, by delving deeper into Walt’s vision for the parks and into the history behind the Walt Disney World Resort, and by photographing the many different types of architecture at Magic Kingdom, Disney’s Hollywood Studios and on the World Showcase at EPCOT. When she’s not in the parks, Rebekah is excitedly setting travel dates and planning her family’s next adventure to their happy place deep within the Sunshine State. On breaks from planning her next trip, Rebekah is a writer, journalist and children’s author, penning children’s books about kids with special needs that she affectionately calls “believement-achievement” stories. Her hobbies include creative writing, paper crafting and interviewing Imagineers. She is also an advocate for Autism Awareness and for children with developmental disabilities of all kinds.

Demand for Answers: Disney Shareholders Seek Explanation on Lack of Readiness Against Universal’s Epic Universe

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Disney’s shareholders take very seriously the role they play in owning a stake in The Walt Disney Company. As such, they are only too happy to ask the tough questions of Disney’s leadership from time to time. On Wednesday afternoon, during the annual Disney shareholders meeting, CEO Bob Iger was faced with several questions posed by shareholders, but one of ...

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Full House’ Star Opens Up About Her Health Struggles

Candace Cameron Bure

Please note that this post mentions topics like depression and suicide and may not be suitable for all readers. Viewer discretion is advised. A beloved star from the Disney/ABC-owned sitcom Full House has gotten painfully honest and blunt about her ongoing health battle, detailing her daily struggles, her reluctance to get help, and what her journey looks like now. A Beautiful ...

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2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season Predicted as ‘Explosive'”

Explosive Hurricane Season

Projections for the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season were just released, and this year’s season is forecast to be “unprecedented” and “explosive” as sea surface temperatures rise, creating the potential for an increased number of storms, as well as increased intensity. An “Explosive” Hurricane Season Ahead The upcoming hurricane season begins on June 1 and runs through November 30, but information ...

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Disney World Introduces Dynamic Pricing: Guests to Pay More on Pleasant Weather Days

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When the Walt Disney World Resort opened in October 1971, the giant theme park resort began the neverending work of paving the way for every other theme park that would open in Central Florida after that point, setting the standard against which competitors would forever be critiqued. Now, more than 50 years later, Disney World continues to set the standard ...

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Theme Park Turmoil: Central Florida’s Most Iconic Attraction Acquired by Prominent Entertainment Group

Thorpe Park

One of the most popular and recognizable attractions in Central Florida has a new name and a new owner as part of a deal that was announced on Monday afternoon between the previous owner of the attraction and a well-known family entertainment company. Merlin Entertainment, a British family entertainment group that owns various attractions and theme park resorts across the ...

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SeaWorld Orlando Makes Waves: Historic Disney World-Level Changes Revealed

Sea World Orlando

SeaWorld Orlando is celebrating the 60th anniversary of the debut of the family of aquatic parks with historical additions and changes that rival some of the latest additions at the Walt Disney World Resort. Related: After 60 Years in the Business, SeaWorld Entertainment Is a Thing of the Past SeaWorld Orlando Celebrates 60 Years of Aquatic Entertainment It’s been 60 ...

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Iconic EPCOT Attraction to Close According to Disney Cast Members

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It has just been revealed that the Walt Disney World Resort plans to close one of EPCOT’s most iconic attractions. Disney World is an ever-growing, ever-evolving magical behemoth. Some say the only thing that’s a guarantee about the rides, attractions, live entertainment, and other offerings at the Walt Disney World Resort is that they’re always ripe for renewals, reimagined features, ...

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