Seven-Time Gold Medalist Dana Vollmer Visits the Disneyland Resort with Her Growing Family

A visit to the Disneyland Resort is a time to reconnect with family and friends – especially when you are a Olympic Gold Medal-winning swimmer! After competing in Mesa, Ariz., just days before, seven-time medalist Dana Vollmer took some quality time with her husband and toddler here at the Happiest Place on Earth – all while pregnant with her second child! In the video below, Dana talks about getting a workout while visiting the Disneyland Resort as well as the importance of balancing family time with a demanding athletic schedule.

Five Can’t-Miss Experiences at Disney’s Hollywood Studios for Summer 2017

Are you a Disney movie buff? If so, there's never been a better time to visit Disney's Hollywood Studios. The live-action "Beauty and the Beast" released earlier this spring was a smash success, while discussion around Star Wars: The Last Jedi (December 2017) and even "Frozen 2" (November 2019) are already buzzing online!

Disney's Hollywood Studios offers movie-themed entertainment experiences and attractions based on guest favorite films. Check out our suggestions for your summer visit below.

1. "The Music of Pixar Live!" – Set to debut May 26, this brand-new, limited-time concert event will showcase memorable music from Pixar Animation Studios films, complete with a live orchestra and appearances by beloved Disney•Pixar characters. The show will be presented three times nightly at Theater of the Stars at Disney's Hollywood Studios. Check the park's Times Guide for more.

2. Star Wars: A Galactic Spectacular Fireworks – Excited for the upcoming release of Star Wars: The Last Jedi in December 2017? Celebrate the Star Wars saga in this state-of-the-art show that features fireworks, projection effects, dynamic lighting, lasers and pyrotechnics that light up the night with an unforgettable finale.

3. For the First Time in Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along – Did you catch this week's news that "Frozen 2" will be released in theaters November 27, 2019? Celebrate the heart (and songs) of the original "Frozen" film by checking out the park's For the First Time in Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along.

4. "Beauty and the Beast – Live On Stage" – Did you catch the live-action "Beauty and the Beast" in theaters this spring? If you loved the film, don't miss Belle and Beast's love story played out live on stage at the park. "Beauty and the Beast – Live on Stage" is performed multiple times each day at Disney's Hollywood Studios.

5. Classic Attractions – Of course, many must-do guest favorite attractions at Disney's Hollywood Studios have been inspired by beloved films, including Toy Story Mania!, The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror and Star Tours – The Adventures Continue.

Wildlife Wednesday: Pop Quiz! Can You Identify These Animals?

Summer is approaching, and it's nearing the end of the school year, but there's still time for a pop quiz! We have added some new profiles to DisneyAnimals.com of species you can visit at Walt Disney World Resort. Explore fun animal information while learning more about Disney's commitment to conservation and how you can help support these animals in the wild, and – of course – where you can find these animals in our parks or resorts!

And don't forget to get outdoors this summer and explore your own neighborhood to see what local wildlife might share the area around your home.

Match the facts below with the species, and let us know how well you do in the comments! Be careful, some information may describe more than one animal, but no species should be repeated. All of the answers can be found on DisneyAnimals.com.

As an added treat, check out the Disney Conservation Fund's new video about Disney's commitment to conservation and the magic of nature (… and some beautiful, beloved animals).

Answer Key:
A. African birds
B. Zebras
C. Reef fish
D. Vultures
E. Flamingos
F. Gibbons
G. Horses
H. Invertebrates

1. These animals tend to live in shallow coastal waters. As part of their camouflage, they may have bright colors or lumpy protrusions.

2. These animals prey upon the pests that bother people most, including biting flies and mosquitos.

3. Thanks to special tendons and ligaments in their legs, collectively known as a stay apparatus, these animals can remain standing even when they doze off. They can lie down to take a nap but sleeping upright allows them to make a quick escape if a predator stumbles across them.

4. The stomach acids of these animals have about the same pH as battery acid. They can even dissolve metals in their stomachs!

5. The pattern of this animal's coat is believed to deter flies by disorienting them.

6. This animal builds a nest of mud that is about 12 inches high to protect its offspring from flood waters and the intense heat at ground level.

7. To evade predators, some of these animals can dive deep into the water, while others stay submerged for long periods of time by "snorkeling." Others release a musky odor.

8. These animals have a throat sac, an inflatable flap of skin on their neck, that can fill with air to amplify their calls.