Angela Ragno

A close-up look at what makes Universal Orlando's Mardi Gras celebration the biggest bash this side of the Bayou

Angela Ragno — Mon, 11 Feb 2013 12:24:00 GMT

This past Saturday night, I got to do something very fun. As part of the press event for the kick-off of this year's Mardi Gras celebration at the Universal Orlando Resort ... Copyright 2013 Universal Orlando Resort. All rights reserved I got to go backstage at Universal Studios Florida to see the floats to be featured in this year's Mardi Gras parade before they rolled through that theme park. Photo by Angela Ragno I have to admit that -- having seen a number of these units in years previous...(read more)

A Disney World guide map that you can wear on your wrist, thanks to BeadforLife

Angela Ragno — Wed, 27 Jun 2012 03:05:00 GMT

Being green typically isn't all that fun. It usually means going without (i.e. reusing your bath towels during a hotel stay) or having to do something that can sometimes be kind of gross (EX: washing out pet food cans so that they can be placed in the recycle bin). But what if I were to tell you that there was now a colorful, even fashionable way to go green? And best of all, you could actually do something to help improve life elsewhere on this planet by shopping at a Disney theme park? Photo...(read more)

Help a great cause and get your holiday shopping done early at WDW's United Way Benefit Sale

Angela Ragno — Tue, 18 Oct 2011 03:13:00 GMT

If you snooze, you lose. That turn-of-phrase is appropriate in a lot of situations. But none more so than on November 5 th . Where - if you decide to sleep in that morning and then miss out on this year's United Way Benefit Sale at the Downtown Disney Marketplace - you're not only going to miss out on your chance to help a really worthy cause, you're also going to miss out on all sorts of great bargains. "What sort of bargains?," you ask. Well, how about 25% off of select merchandise...(read more)

Guest-created characters will be the stars at Disney Fantasy's Animator's Palette restaurant

Angela Ragno — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 02:01:00 GMT

So what can we expect from the Disney Fantasy when the newest member of the DCL fleet sets sail in March of 2012? Well, as Jim Urry - Vice President, Entertainment & Port Adventures for the Disney Cruise Line - revealed last month during an informational presentation which was held in the Atlantic Dance Hall at Disney's Boardwalk - the Fantasy will still have all of the elegance of her sister ships (Check out this concept art for the Fantasy's lobby ... Copyright Disney Enterprises, Inc...(read more)

D23's "Final Flight" event really sent DHS' original version of Star Tours off in style

Angela Ragno — Wed, 08 Sep 2010 22:49:00 GMT

Sorry, folks! I'm sure I'll do better next time. I'm still getting used to my programming! Hey! Hey! Photo by Angela Ragno Sadly for RX-24 (Or Captain Rex, as this AA figure is known to Disneyana fans), there isn't going to be a next time. As least not when it comes to the Disney's Hollywood Studios version of Star Tours . Which took 240 lucky D23 members on a "Final Flight" to the Moon of Endor. This members-only event took place last night after DHS had officially...(read more)

A fond look back at Disneyland's 50th anniversary celebration: Part III

Angela Ragno — Tue, 30 Aug 2005 20:00:00 GMT

Angela Ragno talks about what it was actually like to be inside the Anaheim theme park on July 17th. To celebrate Disneyland's 50th anniversary by only riding the attractions that were open in 1955. ...(read more)

Angela's Anaheim: Riding the "Class of 1955"

Angela Ragno — Tue, 26 Jul 2005 20:00:00 GMT

Ms. Ragno points out a lesser known aspect of Disneyland's 50th anniversay celebration: How the Anaheim theme park is paying tribute to all the rides that originally made their debuts back in 1955. ...(read more)

Is the "Disney Magic" already making plans to return to California in 2006? Survey says "Yes!"

Angela Ragno — Tue, 10 May 2005 20:00:00 GMT

JHM columnist Angela Ragno shares what she's heard about what the Disney Cruise Line may have in the works for next year. ...(read more)

Angela's Orlando: New Goofy's Candy Co. makes a sweet addition to Downtown Disney

Angela Ragno — Tue, 26 Apr 2005 20:00:00 GMT

JHM columnist Angela Ragno returns with a photo essay on Disney World's newest retailtainment establishment.

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Angela's Orlando: Flower & Garden brings fragrant fun to dour old Epcot

Angela Ragno — Sun, 24 Apr 2005 20:00:00 GMT

JHM columnist Angela Ragno returns with an overview of the 12th annual International Flower & Garden festival. ...(read more)

WDW Shopping Sleuth: Is it really smart to shop at Mickey Mart?

Angela Ragno — Mon, 14 Mar 2005 20:00:00 GMT

"Cheap! Cheap!" Is that the first robin of spring? Nope. That's how Angela Ragno describes all of the merchandise that she found for sale at this new Downtown Disney shopping location. ...(read more)

WDW Shopping Sleuth: The Big Apple Comes to Orange County

Angela Ragno — Mon, 07 Mar 2005 21:00:00 GMT

Looking for a really interesting souvenir to take home from your next Disney World vacation? Then Angela Ragno suggests that you stop by the Character Premiere Shop at the Orlando Premium Outlet Mall. Where you'll find items that were once exclusive to NYC's "World of Disney" store now going for rock-bottom prices. ...(read more)

Are you a Pixie Planner?

Angela Ragno — Mon, 07 Feb 2005 21:00:00 GMT

JHM contributor Angela Ragno certainly is. As in: She's one of those Central Florida residents who always goes out of her way to make sure that friends & family have a really great time on their Disney World vacations. Read all about what Angela just did in order to make her Gram's recent WDW trip that much more memorable. ...(read more)

Angela's Orlando: Disney World's snazzy new souvenirs

Angela Ragno — Sun, 18 Jul 2004 20:00:00 GMT

After spending last Saturday prowling around WDW's "World of Disney" & "Once Upon a Toy" store, JHM contributor Angela Ragno returns with a report on several snazzy new souvenirs that she recently found at the resort....(read more)

Angela's Orlando: Checking Out Disney's factory outlet stores

Angela Ragno — Wed, 07 Jul 2004 20:00:00 GMT

JHM contributor Angela Ragno returns with an article about the very best places to hunt for discounted Disney merchandise while vacationing in Orlando....(read more)