Tag: Walt Disney World
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VoluntEARS Who Make a Difference: Brian Reif
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., Oct. 24, 2012 – In the true spirit of a Disney VoluntEAR, Brian Reif shares his time and expertise to help bring a smile and a unique experience for many kids who come to Central Florida searching for “magic.” “I’m proud to be involved with…
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Cast Members Receive Honors for Achievements in Engineering
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., Oct. 12, 2012—Excellence and the pursuit of innovation recently brought 2,000 professionals and students to Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort for the 24th annual HENNAC Great Minds in STEM (Science, Technology, Math and Engineering) conference hosted by Walt Disney Parks and Resorts. For the past 23…
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Festival of the Masters Returns to Downtown Disney Nov. 9-11, 2012
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – Festival of the Masters presented by Michaels returns to Downtown Disney Nov. 9-11, 2012 for its 37th year. The prestigious open-air fine arts festival features nearly 150 award-winning artists, sidewalk chalk art, limited-edition fine art, photography, sculpture, jewelry, glass art, Disney collectibles, live…
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Ice Castle in Times Square Announces ‘Limited Time Magic’
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE For a Limited Time Only! Disney Parks Rolls Out the Unexpected with Weekly Surprises, Delights for a Little Extra Magic NEW YORK, N.Y. (Oct. 17, 2012) – Guests will find an extra sprinkle of pixie dust each week when they visit Walt Disney World and Disneyland resorts next…
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Ambassadors Chosen to Share Walt Disney World Magic
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., Oct. 12, 2012 – Continuing a 47-year tradition created by Walt Disney himself, Walt Disney World Resort has selected two Cast Members to serve in the revered and sought-after role of Ambassadors. In a ceremony held today at Epcot, Tye Arnold and Rich Tamayo received their…
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Making a Home at Golden Oak at Walt Disney World Resort; Robust Construction of Luxury Residences Continues as Families Move In
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (October 8, 2012) – Golden Oak, the unique residential home community at Walt Disney World Resort, continues to bustle with construction, with more than a dozen families settling into their dream homes situated just minutes from Magic Kingdom. Construction of the luxury Golden Oak…
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Disney Animal Keeper Combines Art and Care to Help Endangered Rhino Species
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., Oct. 5, 2012 – As a rhinoceros keeper at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Chad Harmon tends to some of the toughest, strongest animals on the planet. He recently channeled that passion into an arts auction that raised approximately $6000 for the endangered animals. For the…
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D23 Celebrates Epcot Turning 30!
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE Thirty years ago today — on Oct. 1, 1982 — EPCOT Center opened, the most ambitious theme park Disney had ever created. Yesterday, more than 1,000 members of D23: The Official Disney Fan Club gathered at Epcot in Walt Disney World for a full day of special presentations to…
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HGTV Star Designers Serve Up Home Entertaining Tips During 17th Epcot International Food & Wine Festival
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE Celebrities Appear Weekends at Festival Center from Sept. 28 through Nov. 12 LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – HGTV presents fresh home-entertaining ideas by celebrity designers each weekend at the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival presented by Chase Sept. 28 through Nov. 12. In each 30-minute noon seminar Friday…
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Disney’s Art of Animation Resort Debuts, Immerses Guests in the Middle of the Story With Enchanting Tales
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla.- The big blue world of Nemo and friends, the Pride Lands of Africa, under the sea in Ariel’s grotto, a super-charged adventure through Radiator Springs– they all come to life for vacationers at Disney’s new Art of Animation Resort at Walt Disney World Resort.…
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See the ‘SimCar’ at Epcot
DAPs Magic Disney News – by Mr. DAPs This morning, the Disney Parks Blog announced that guests can now view the “SimCar” for the new Test Track vehicles. This car now can be seen near the attraction at the Cool Wash Station. Test Track will reopen this fall and give guests a chance to see…
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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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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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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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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…
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New Glimpses at the New Fantasyland
DAPs Magic Disney News – by Mr. DAPs Disney has been offering more and more looks at what the new Fantasyland will look like when guests get to experience it later this world in the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World. This series of videos has been released to build up to the opening of…
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The Richard Petty Driving Experience Takes High-Speed Adventure Around Walt Disney World Speedway
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – The Richard Petty Driving Experience at Walt Disney World Speedway is the place of dreams, offering race fans and adventure-seekers the ultimate thrill of riding in or driving a race car around the one-mile tri-oval Walt Disney World Speedway. Guests are offered several…
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‘Great Irish Hooley’ Festival Rocks Labor Day Weekend at Raglan Road Irish Pub & Restaurant in Downtown Disney
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – Never heard of a “Hooley?” Then it ‘s time to step up and experience Central Florida’s first Great Irish Hooley August 31-Sept. 3 at Raglan Road Irish Pub & Restaurant in Downtown Disney Pleasure Island. The hooley – Irish slang for a party…
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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…