Holly Wiencek

Holly Wiencek is the author of Capturing the Magic: A Photographic Journey Through the Walt Disney World Parks. A Florida native and lifelong Disney enthusiast, Holly has been visiting Disney Parks since she was a toddler. With countless visits to both Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort, she has spent a lifetime exploring and learning about the history and legacy Walt Disney left behind and the details created by Disney Imagineering. She spends her spare time making Disney magic in her everyday life and enjoys sharing that magic with her husband and her daughter, Abby. Visit www.capturing-the-magic.com for a preview of the stunning coffee table book, Capturing the Magic and purchase your copy today.

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Dec 08

Tiffins Signature Dining Review

From the moment you step into Tiffins, the first Signature Dining venue at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, you know you are in for something special. This signature dining experience has been described by Joe Rohde, Creative Executive of Walt Disney Imagineering, as “a restaurant inside an art gallery inspired by the travels and adventures that led to …

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Nov 19

Epcot Holidays Around the World

Nobody celebrates the holidays quite like the Walt Disney World Resort.  While the magic is there every single day of the year, it is taken to a whole different level during the holiday season with elaborate decorations and celebrated traditions. A long-running holiday tradition in Epcot is Holidays Around the World featuring tales and time-honored …

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Nov 10

Review of the Grand Floridian Cafe

Think dining at the Grand Floridian Resort & Spa is way out of your budget? Think again! The Grand Floridian Cafe offers all the charm and elegance of the Grand Floridian with moderately priced meals. This charming little cafe is a hidden gem at Disney’s flagship resort offering fantastic views of the beautiful gardens from …

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Feb 28

Passing the Disney Torch

When I started Mad About the Mouse, it was strictly for fun.  It was a way for me to put a little bit of Disney in my daily life and let’s face it, we all need a little Disney in our lives, right? I literally grew up at the Walt Disney World Resort, and now …

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Feb 16

Video Shows Filming has Begun on Star Wars: Episode VIII

LucasFilms officially announced that filming has begun on Star Wars: Episode VIII and also announces a new additions to the cast.

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