Tag: Walt Disney World
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St. Patrick’s Day Celebration Invites Wearin’ of the Green at Downtown Disney March 8-10 & 14-17
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – Wearin’ of the green is encouraged, but not mandatory during the most authentic St. Patrick’s Day celebration in town March 8-10 and 14-17 at Raglan Road Irish Pub & Restaurant and across Downtown Disney Pleasure Island. More than 10 top Irish bands will…
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Rachel Booth Delivers Record-Setting Performance Again at Disney’s Princess Half Marathon
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE Louisiana runner breaks her own event record to become first woman to win an unprecedented four runDisney titles; race weekend total of 36,000 participants is event’s largest ever in five-year history LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – (Feb. 24 2013) – Rachel Booth etched her name in the runDisney record books…
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Dozens of Couples Renew Their Love at Disney World Resort on Valentine’s Day
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Feb. 14, 2013) — Dozens of couples came together on Thursday to renew their love amidst colorful fanfare in front of Cinderella Castle at Walt Disney World Resort. Cinderella and Prince Charming, Aurora and Prince Philip and Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse joined in…
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Walt Disney World Hosts Nation’s Top Bilingual Educators
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. Feb. 8, 2013 – More than 2,000 educators immersed themselves in the most important topics related to bilingual education during the 42nd Annual National Association for Bilingual Education (NABE) conference at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort. As part of its ongoing commitment to diversity and education,…
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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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Walt Disney World Resort Turns Up the Romance During “True Love” Week All Part of Limited Time Magic
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE Lake Buena Vista, Fla. — Love is in the air at Walt Disney World Resort as fairytale princesses find true love with their princes, and “happily ever after” becomes reality. It all happens during True Love Week February 11-17, 2013 at Walt Disney World Resort. The weeklong love…
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Disney VoluntEARS Team with Brevard Neighbors during Coastal Cleanup
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE Cocoa Beach, Fla., Jan. 25, 2013 – VoluntEARS from Walt Disney World Resort and Disney Cruise Line demonstrated their commitment to local environmental and conservation efforts today, as they teamed with friends, family and community partners to clear more than 250 pounds of trash along the Brevard coastline…
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20th Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival March 6-May 19 Debuts Illuminated Blooms and ‘Garden Marketplace’ Dining
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE ‘Land of Oz’ Garden and Playground Filled with Movie-Themed Fun for All LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – Disney festival planners will boost floral fun and plant power to a whole new level during the 20th Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival presented by HGTV March 6-May 19, 2013 at…
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Bastos Reclaims Crown at 20th Annual Walt Disney World Marathon
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE Perennial champion wages another fierce battle with countryman and two-time champ Fredison Costa down the stretch; Victory is Bastos’ eighth at Disney; Virginia’s Renee High repeats as women’s champion; Record 65,000-plus participate in weekend’s events LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Jan. 13, 2013) – Perhaps it was fitting…
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Michigan Runners Sweep Walt Disney World Half Marathon in Impressive Fashion
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE Famed Hansons running club runner sets record time; celebrities among record field of 27,000 runners; 20thanniversary Disney Marathon presented by Cigna set for Sunday LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Jan. 12, 2013) – Michigan runners Mike Morgan and Melissa White blazed around Walt Disney World on Saturday – Morgan…
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Key Leadership Changes Announced at Walt Disney Parks and Resorts
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE George A. Kalogridis Named President of the Walt Disney World Resort and Michael Colglazier Named President of the Disneyland Resort; Meg Crofton to Focus on Her Role as President, Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Operations, U.S. and France BURBANK, Calif. (Jan. 9, 2013) – Chairman of Walt…
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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’s Animal Programs Works with New England Aquarium to Aid Sea Turtles
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., Dec. 28, 2012— The Seas with Nemo & Friends welcomed some new swimmers recently, with the addition of eight Kemp’s Ridley sea turtles suffering from hypothermia after a recent cold snap in New England. As a licensed wildlife rehabilitation center, Walt Disney World Resort is…
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Walt Disney World Resort Hosts Quijote Awards
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., Dec. 18, 2012— The 15th Annual Don Quijote Awards Gala, hosted by Walt Disney World at Epcot World Showplace Pavilion, welcomed more than 1,000 guests as the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Metro Orlando and the Hispanic Business Initiative Fund of Florida (HBIF) honored individuals…
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New Fantasyland, A Year of Surprises, All-New Spas and More Welcome Walt Disney World Resort Guests in 2013
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – Even more magic is in store for Walt Disney World Resort guests in 2013. From the excitement of New Fantasyland to new tres francais additions to Epcot dining, from being grandly pampered at a new Grand Floridian spa to weekly guest surprises only Disney can…
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Disney VoluntEARS Donate 35K Toys for Local Kids
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., Dec. 13, 2012 – With just 12 days until Christmas, Mickey Mouse and Walt Disney World VoluntEARS spread some holiday cheer today as they delivered nearly 35,000 toys donated by Cast Members and Disney for the annual U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots…
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Largest Splitsville Luxury Lanes to Roll Strikes at Downtown Disney
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – The latest trend in boutique bowling is rolling into Downtown Disney with the December 2012 opening of Splitsville Luxury Lanes. The upscale, retro-style bowling venue will be the largest in the bowling brand’s fleet and joins other fun, family-friendly entertainment options at Downtown…
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Gonzaga claims second Old Spice Classic Championship at Disney
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE Elias Harris named tournament MVP; 2013 field to feature Memphis and Butler LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Nov. 25, 2012) – The No. 17 Gonzaga Bulldogs captured the program’s second Old Spice Classic Championship title Sunday, defeating the Davidson Wildcats 81-67 at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at…
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Seventh Annual Old Spice Classic Continues Holiday Hoops Tradition at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE Premier preseason Division I men’s college basketball tournament tips off Thanksgiving Day at HP Field House at Walt Disney World Resort Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Nov. 21, 2012) – The Old Spice Classic, featuring five 2012 NCAA Tournament teams, tips off Thanksgiving Day at the ESPN Wide World…
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Community Leaders Sneak First Peeks of New Fantasyland
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., Nov. 14, 2012— Walt Disney World Resort offered more than 150 community leaders a glimpse at the largest expansion in Magic Kingdom history today. Local executives and dignitaries toured New Fantasyland, experienced its attractions and witnessed the economic boon it has created for Central Florida.…
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Buckle up for Fun! Epcot Guests “Drive their Design” at the Re-Imagined Test Track Presented by Chevrolet
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – Walt Disney World Resort guests will experience the thrill of designing their very own virtual vehicle – then putting their design through its paces – when the re-imagined, multi-sensory Test Track Presented by Chevrolet grand re-opens Dec. 6, 2012. The iconic Epcot attraction,…