Author: Daps Magic
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Disney Cast Members Walk to Raise Money and Awareness
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., Sept. 19, 2012 – More than 800 Disney VoluntEARS recently participated in the 2012 Greater Orlando Heart Walk, raising almost $33,000 in support of the American Heart Association. While taking a stand against heart disease and stroke—the number one and four leading causes of…
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“Frankenweenie Weekend” Takes Over Downtown Disney Sept. 28 – 30, 2012
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – In celebration of Disney’s new stop-motion animated movie “Frankenweenie,” directed by acclaimed filmmaker Tim Burton and opening October 5 in 3D, Walt Disney World Resort is hosting a variety of engaging experiences inspired by the new movie, “The Nightmare Before Christmas” and “Alice in Wonderland.” The…
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Disney Fairy Tale Weddings by Alfred Angelo Celebrates the Blu-ray™ Release of Cinderella with the Cinderella Diamond Wedding Gown Collection
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE Wedding Dresses Available for Limited-Time Only, Starting October 2012Philadelphia, PA– (September 17, 2012)– Alfred Angelo and Disney Consumer Products celebrate the release of Disney’s Cinderella Diamond Edition, available on Blu-ray™ for the first time this Fall, with a one-of-a-kind Cinderella– inspired bridal collection. This unique line of limited-release wedding dresses consists…
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Disney Worldwide Conservation Fund Announces 2012 Grant Recipients
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., Sept.18 — The Disney Worldwide Conservation Fund (DWCF) released its 2012 annual grants, awarding more than $1.8 million to 75 conservation projects around the globe including $130,000 to Florida based projects. Since its beginnings in 1995 DWCF has donated nearly $4 million benefiting 257…
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Disney and Pixar Team Up with NASCAR Driver Casey Mears and Chicagoland Speedway to Bring the Exclusive Cars “Take Flight” Experience to Race Fans
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE Joliet, IL – September 14, 2012 — Today Disney·Pixar Cars fans teamed up with NASCAR driver Casey Mears to wave the green flag and kick off the Cars “Take Flight” experience during Chase weekend at Chicagoland Speedway, Sept. 14-16. In celebration of the world television premieres of the Cars Toons short films “Air Mater” and…
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Travel + Leisure Names Disney Cruise Line No. 1 for Families in the World’s Best Awards for Fourth Consecutive Year
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE Ranked in Top Five Cruise Lines Overall for Eight Consecutive Years CELEBRATION, Florida (September 12, 2012) – Disney Cruise Line was recognized as No. 1 in the Large-Ship Cruise Lines for Families category in the Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards 2012, making it the fourth consecutive year to be…
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Gala Osceola Celebrates Local Leaders for Sharing Magic
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., Sept. 11, 2012 – A magical evening took place at Disney’s Yacht and Beach Resort recently as the Hispanic Business Council of Osceola County held its annual Gala Osceola event. The elegant black tie affair recognized individuals and companies who have excelled in making…
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Do you Have the Disney Vacation Smarts to Join the Big Leagues? Apply for the 6th Annual Walt Disney World Moms Panel!
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE Disney Parks is seeking Sports Team Moms and bilingual panelists to join the 2013 panel LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Sept. 10, 2012) – Have a passion for planning unforgettable Disney vacations? Know how to organize the ultimate team sports events at Walt Disney World Resort? Disney Parks today…
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Bibbidy Bobbity Boo! Cinderella: Diamond Edition on Blu!
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE At the stroke of midnight, October 2nd, dreams will come true as Disney releases CINDERELLA: DIAMOND EDITION on Blu-ray Combo Pack, Digital and On-Demand viewing. The timeless and beloved masterpiece is an enchanting classic that comes alive for the very first time on Blu-ray high definition with enhanced picture and sound. Bonus material includes “The Real Fairy Godmother” the incredible…
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DISNEY INTERACTIVE UNVEILS DISNEY EPIC MICKEY 2: THE POWER OF TWO FOR NINTENDO’S Wii U™ System
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE BURBANK, Calif. — (September 13, 2012) – Disney Interactive today announced that the highly-anticipated “Disney Epic Mickey 2: The Power of Two” video game will be available for Nintendo’s Wii U™ system this holiday season. Wii U players will experience their adventure through Wasteland, an alternate world filled…
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Disney Interactive Releases Official Trailer For “Finding Nemo: Escape to the Big Blue” Special Edition
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE Disney Interactive is excited to announce that the Finding Nemo: Escape to the Big Blue Special Edition video game is now available for the Nintendo DSand Nintendo 3DS. To celebrate the launch, Disney has released the official trailer as well as screens for the game. ABOUT FINDING…
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Disneyland Resort Donates Matterhorn Bobsleds Vehicles to National Roller Coaster Museum
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE THE NATIONAL ROLLER COASTER MUSEUM OBTAINS THE ‘HOLY GRAIL OF ARTIFACTS’ Disneyland Resort Donates Matterhorn Bobsleds Vehicles and Materials to Museum ARLINGTON, Texas — More than 53 years after opening the world’s first tubular steel roller coaster, Disneyland is donating two vehicles from the iconic Matterhorn Bobsled ride…
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Disney Cruise Line Offers Even More Vacation Options with New 2013 Itineraries Departing from Galveston, Texas
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE CELEBRATION, Fla. (Sept. 5, 2012) – In early 2013, Disney Cruise Line will offer a variety of new itineraries departing from Galveston, Texas, providing even more cruise options for guests. In addition to six-night Western Caribbean sailings, new choices include four-night Caribbean getaway cruises and eight-night itineraries that…
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MEAC/SWAC Challenge Kicks Off College Football Season
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., Sept. 5, 2012 – Nearly 20,000 football fans touched down in Central Florida during Labor Day weekend for the 8thannual MEAC/SWAC Challenge presented by Disney. Televised live on ESPN, the gridiron battle at the Florida Citrus Bowl saw the Bethune-Cookman Wildcats (MEAC) score a…
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Manatee Day at Epcot Helps Educate Guests
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., Sept. 6, 2012 – In ancient days, sailors may have mistaken manatees for mermaids, but many Epcot guests won’t be making that same mistake after visiting The Seas with Nemo and Friends during International Manatee Day on Sept. 7. The one day event is…
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Vultures Serve as Janitors of the Environment
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., Sept. 5, 2012— While vultures may not be known as king of the jungle, they do play an important role as janitors of the environment. Through their scavenging habits, these endangered birds help maintain a balance in the eco-system. Guests at Disney’s Animal Kingdom…
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Jimmy Grabow Wins Disneyland Half Marathon, Sets New Mark
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE Actor Sean Astin joins field of more than 17,000 runners for race at ‘Happiest Place on Earth’ ANAHEIM, Calif. (Sept. 2, 2012) – Jimmy Grabow, from the appropriately named Running Springs, Calif., won the Disneyland Half Marathon in record fashion, finishing in 1:05:29. Grabow’s time was nearly two…
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WIN IT!!! Cinderella’s New Christian Louboutin Slippers!!!
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE When You Wish Upon A Star… Dreams Can Come True! THE WALT DISNEY STUDIOS, CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN, AND GLAM MEDIA EMBARK ON NATIONAL QUEST TO FIND A MODERN-DAY CINDERELLA Winner will receive a Pair of the Iconic Cinderella Slipper Re-Imagined by World-Renowned Shoe Designer Christian Louboutin …
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A Frightfully Good Time Awaits Disney Cruise Line Guests this Halloween
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE CELEBRATION, Fla. – Disney Cruise Line will treat guests sailing during late October to a spook-tacular good time as the Disney ships transform into a ghoulish wonderland filled with hair-raising events and activities. Guests of all ages will delight with special decorations, unique menu items in the restaurants…
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United Way Campaign Gets Help from Cast Members
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – As the largest corporate contributor to Heart of Florida United Way (HFUW), Walt Disney World Resort often gets attention for its generous charitable giving–our Cast Members donate nearly $3 million annually to the organization and we serve as the host and sponsor of…
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Students Gain Leadership Skills from US Air Force Grads
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – The US Air Force Academy Way of Life Alumni Group hosted the Service Academy Graduates Super Reunion II at Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club Resort August 8-11, 2012. The Super Reunion II conference honored service academy graduates who broke race and color barriers in…
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Disney Receives Gold Autism Award
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., Aug. 15 – Walt Disney World Parks and Resorts was awarded the Gold Autism Award earlier this month by The United Kingdom Autism Foundation for its efforts supporting and accommodating autistic guests. The Gold Autism Award, accepted by Greg Hale, Chief Safety Officer and Vice President…