Tag: Florida
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A Disneylander Goes To Universal Studios Florida – Part Two
Yes. There’s a part one to this trip report. Let’s continue on the journey around the park… San Francisco Though I’m going in order, I’m going to save the best for last and skip over to San Francisco. This had some great building representations of things like the Ghirardelli factory and parts of the wharf. …
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A Disneylander Goes To Universal Studios Florida – Part One
Recently I was able to travel to Florida and go to the Universal Orlando resort. I went to both Universal Studios Florida and Islands of Adventure. Here’s the beginning of describing all I saw, and it’s going to be in three, yes three, parts! There’s a lot to see and do! So, let’s get started……
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MyMagic+ Coming To Disneyland
Tom Staggs seemed to tell Orlando Sentinel that the MyMagic+ system that has been implemented in Walt Disney World will come to Disneyland. The system includes Magic Bands that act as room keys, park tickets, and even a payment system in the Florida resort. Guests receive the band when they make reservations for a vacation. Although…
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Disney VoluntEARS Bring Music to Kids’ Summer Camp
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., July 18, 2013 – This summer, dozens of Central Florida students are bringing more music into their lives with support from a group of Disney Cast Members who are donating time in the classroom and raising funds onstage for more kids to experience the joy of performing The week-long musical summer camp is…
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Disney Wishing Well Coins Make Wishes Come True for Central Florida Foster Kids
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., June 24, 2013 – For decades, Cinderella’s Wishing Well at Magic Kingdom has been the launching pad for millions of wishes. Today, it was the place where one of those wishes came true. Gathering up the small coins and pennies tossed by hopeful guests, Walt Disney World Resort donated $15,000 to…
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Diagon Alley Joining The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando Resort
Harry Potter fans will be able to experience more of the magic of J.K. Rowling’s world in 2014 when The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Diagon Alley opens as an expansion of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando Resort in Florida. This new experience will also … The post Diagon Alley…
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Disney Parks to Kick Off a ‘Monstrous Summer’ With 24 Hours of Magic on Both Coasts
Spaceship Earth Transforms into “Monsters University” Star Mike Wazowski To Announce All-Night Parties for Walt Disney World, Disneyland Resorts ANAHEIM, Calif. and LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (April 25, 2013) – Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort will kick off a Monstrous Summer by keeping three theme parks open for 24 hours … The post Disney Parks…
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Summer Soars at Walt Disney World Resort – Shows, Attractions, Events and More Add Up to Monstrous Fun
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – How big is summer 2013 at Walt Disney World Resort? So big that only one word describes the attractions, shows, events and more awaiting summer guests to the Florida Vacation Kingdom:MONSTROUS. Disney’s Monstrous Summer is bursting with good times for the entire family, whether it’s the … The post Summer Soars…
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Disney Dreamers and Doers Accepting Student Self-Nominations
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., April 15, 2013 – The Disney Dreamers and Doers Program, now in its 30th year, is once again open for students throughout Central Florida who serve as role models at school, at home and in their community. Approximately 400 students were selected by principals in 2012 to represent their school as a Disney…
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Florida Residents Find Something New for Everyone – and Special Value – with the New Discover Disney Ticket
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLA. – There is something new for everyone at Walt Disney World Resort in 2013. With the new Discover Disney ticket, Florida residents have even more reason to experience more magic than ever before. The Discover Disney ticket offers Florida residents three days of theme park-going fun for $119…
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Disney Unveils Vision for Disney Springs
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE Downtown Disney Expansion Brings New Shops, Dining, Entertainment to Guests and Economic Boost for Central Florida LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., March 14, 2013 – Walt Disney World Resort today announced the multi-year transformation of Downtown Disney into Disney Springs, a unique destination that will treat guests to significantly more…
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Central Florida Students Help Open IBM THINK Exhibit at INNOVENTIONS
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., Feb. 21, 2013 – Just in time toc elebrate National Engineers Week, dozens of students from University High School in Orlando teamed with IBM to unveil IBM THINK, a new interactive experience in INNOVENTIONS West at Epcot. As part of the opening, the group was among the first to…
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Disney Joins Statewide Coalition Against Texting and Driving
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., Feb. 5, 2013 – In an effort to make driving on Florida’s roadways safer, Walt Disney World Resort today joined a coalition of state and national organizations, including the Florida League of Cities, Florida Sheriffs Association, AAA and the City of Orlando to support…
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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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Disney Helps Write Story of New Library
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., Aug 15, 2012 – Walt Disney World donated $150,000 to the Osceola Board of County Commissioners for its public library project in Celebration, giving residents of West Osceola access to a greater number of books, computers and other public resources. The library, already under…
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Disney to Award Record $1.5 Million to Benefit Central Florida Kids
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., May 16, 2012 – With help from Mickey Mouse and dozens of VoluntEARS, Walt Disney World Resort today kicked off efforts to award a record $1.5 million in Disney Helping Kids Shine grants to 59 organizations that help enrich the lives of Central Florida kids. Organizations…
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Disney Cruise Line Contributes $250,000 to Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE Official maritime plaque exchange ceremony takes place onboard the Disney Fantasy during the inaugural community event PORT CANAVERAL, Florida (March 15, 2012) – Disney Cruise Line presented a $250,000 donation to Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida in honor of the newest and fourth ship in its…
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Florida Residents Can Enjoy Spring Getaway with Special Savings at Walt Disney World Resort
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE Lake Buena Vista, Fla. – Florida residents seeking a memory-filled getaway at an affordable price are invited to “spring break” at Walt Disney World Resort during the popular travel season. Whether it’s splashing around at a the pool, gathering with fans at the ballpark, or an action- packed…
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Meyer Werft Delivers Disney Fantasy in Official Maritime Ceremony
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE Disney Cruise Line takes the helm and prepares for the journey home to Florida PAPENBURG / BREMERHAVEN, GERMANY, (Feb. 9, 2012) – Disney Cruise Line took possession of its newest ship – Disney Fantasy – today from the Meyer Werft shipyard in a traditional maritime ceremony aboard the…
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Disney Fantasy Float Out at Meyer Werft Shipyard in Papenburg, Germany
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE Disney Fantasy Float Out — PAPENBURG, GERMANY, (Jan. 9, 2012) – The newest Disney Cruise Line ship, Disney Fantasy, floated out of the enclosed building dock at the Meyer Werft shipyard yesterday as thousands of onlookers watched. This symbolizes one of the final stages of this ship’s construction and…
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Leap Year 2012 Calls for ‘One More Disney Day’ As Walt Disney World, Disneyland Resorts Turn Feb. 29 Into 24 Hours of Nonstop Theme Park Magic
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE Historic Bi-Coastal Day for Disney Parks Anaheim, Calif. and Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Jan. 1, 2012) – Disney Parks guests can get the most out of February 29 when Walt Disney World Resort in Florida and Disneyland Resort in California celebrate Leap Year by keeping a theme park on…
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Disney Executive Honored As Hispanic Community Champion
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., Dec. 6, 2011 – Eugene Campbell, vice president of domestic minority business development for Walt Disney Parks and Resorts, was honored as this year’s Hispanic Community Champion at the annual Don Quijote Awards, which recognize business excellence, dedication to service and outstanding professionalism in…