In the normal course of a Disney Parks attraction’s lifespan, there are periods of time when it is necessary to close for a major refurbishment. You may recall that this was the case last year with the Matterhorn Bobsleds, which now looks better than ever with its fresh snowfall. Up next at Disneyland park, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad will close January 7 for refurbishment, reopening in fall 2013.

Updates being made to the attraction ...

Experiencing the Candlelight Processional at Epcot is something special to guests who behold it, the massed choir and 50-piece orchestra performing the music, and of course each A-list celebrity narrator who dramatically interprets the Nativity from the Gospel of Luke, the story of “Silent Night” and the classic essay, “One Solitary Life.”

For Disney Legend Jodi Benson in particular, the Candlelight Processional reaches deep into her ...

The holidays are no time to wear old T-shirts to bed. There’s sure to be someone snapping photos of the family unwrapping gifts, so you’ll want to dress your best, even in pajamas. There are some fun and colorful options available at World of Disney in Downtown Disney. Our choice is a subtle nod to Cinderella, complete with princess-themed socks instead of glass slippers. Look below for more Disney Style Snapshots:

While we like the cute caramel apples, marshmallow snowmen and Mickey gingerbread cookies at Disneyland Resort, we love these yummy cupcakes – just the right amount of indulgence with a dollop of white chocolate mousse when you take that first bite.

The cupcake is chocolate with a hint of peppermint, topped with a generous swirl of red and green icing with a fancy border of white. You can find a version at Cars Land with a Cars Land white ...

Two legends of Contemporary Christian music – Steven Curtis Chapman and Michael W. Smith – will team up for one spectacular set for the 31st Night of Joy at Walt Disney World Resort, September 6-7, 2013.

The pair, who have played stages individually at Magic Kingdom Park in past events will play together at the 2013 event for the first time. They have played Night of Joy a combined 18 times, amassed more than 90 Gospel Music Association ...