Tag: WDW
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MLS Eastern Conference Top Seed Sporting Kansas City and D.C. United Headline Disney Pro Soccer Classic
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE Field for fourth annual pre-season soccer tournament features eight pro soccer teams; Pro Soccer Classic among events announced for new Soccer Spring Training initiative LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Oct. 4, 2012) – Major League Soccer’s (MLS) Eastern Conference top seed Sporting Kansas City and four-time MLS Cup champions D.C.…
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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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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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Vacationers Enjoy “Hakuna Matata” at New “Lion King” Family Suites
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE Opening Friday at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. -The Pride Lands of Africa is the scenic setting for the “Lion King,” the third phase of Disney’s Art of Animation Resort opening Friday at Walt Disney World Resort. The new Lion King wing celebrates the…
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Savor Global Tastes, First Vegan Marketplace, Florida Flavors at 17th Annual Epcot International Food & Wine Festival Sept. 28-Nov. 12
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE Festival Planners Add Extra Day of Tasting Fun LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – For a record 46 days beginning Sept. 28, Disney guests can taste their way around the world during the 17th annual Epcot International Food & Wine Festival at Walt Disney World Resort. The culinary event, just…
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Disney’s Art of Animation Resort Opens, Immerses Guests in the Middle of the Story With Enchanting Tales
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE Finding Nemo is First Phase of Disney’s New Family Suites Resort LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. May 31, 2012 – The big blue world of Nemo and friends comes to life just in time for the summer vacation season as Disney’s Art of Animation Resort opens its doors today…
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Walt Disney World Resort Holds Online Job Fair
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., Apr. 24, 2012 – Walt Disney World Resort is now hiring and future Cast Members can take the first step toward their Disney career during an online job fair running through April 29. Full-time, part-time and seasonal openings are available across four Walt Disney World Resort…
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Disney’s Art of Animation Resort Fun Facts
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE According to a recent announcement, Disney’s Art of Animation Resort is now opening on on May 31, 2012. The Walt Disney World Resort has released a few fun facts about Disney’s Art of Animation Resort. Here are a few random fun facts about this new resort: More than…
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Disney’s Art of Animation Resort Releases Earlier Opening Dates
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE Hundreds of Resort Jobs Arrive Sooner than Expected in Central Florida LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., Mar. 22, 2012 – The wings dedicated to the popular films featured at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort will now be opening than sooner than expected after the resort hotel’s grand opening May 31.…
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A First Hand Look at “One More Disney Day” – Part Five
DAPs Magic Disney News – by Mr. DAPs Disney’s “One More Disney Day” was arguably a surprise success for at least Disneyland. For this leap year/day event, both “magic kingdoms” in the United States were open for 24 hours. While Walt Disney World’s celebration went off without hitch, Disneyland seemed to have been caught off…
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Victoria & Albert’s Chef Earns High Honors as Best in the South Finalist
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., February 24, 2012 – For the sixth year in a row, The James Beard Foundation has named Chef Scott Hunnel of Victoria & Albert’s at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa as a finalist on its annual list of top chefs in the country. Nominated for the prestigious…
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Hero’s Welcome Monday Greets New York Giants Quarterback Eli Manning, MVP of Super Bowl XLVI, at Walt Disney World Resort
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Feb. 6, 2012) – After leading his team to a game-winning drive and the Super Bowl championship Sunday night, New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning led another drive Monday: down Main Street, U.S.A. to cheering fans at Walt Disney World Resort. “I’m going to Disney…
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2012 Flower Power Concert Series Packs Nostalgic Punch with Pop Music Hit-Makers
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE Jose Feliciano Kicks Off Weekend Series March 9 during 19th Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – Pop stars of the 1960s and ’70s bring joy to the World Showcase when they belt out rock ‘n’ roll classics and sweet soul music during the 19th Epcot International…
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Support United Way, Save Big at Downtown Disney Benefit Sale
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Nov. 3, 2011) – This Saturday, Nov. 5, early-bird shoppers will be awake before sunrise to check out The Benefit Sale at Downtown Disney and support Heart of Florida United Way at the same time. From 5:30-9:30 a.m., shoppers who purchase a $5 voucher…
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MLS Top East Seed Sporting KC and USL Champion Orlando City Headline Disney Pro Soccer Classic
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE Field for third annual event to expand to eight teams; additional teams to be announced soon LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Nov. 1, 2011) – MLS East top seed Sporting Kansas City and Orlando City Soccer are among the first teams to enter the 2012 Disney Pro Soccer Classic at ESPN…
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Joyful Celebrations and Timeless Traditions Delight Guests at Walt Disney World Resort
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – It’s the month before Christmas and throughout Mickey’s house, the trees are all glowing, bringing smiles to The Mouse. Choirs are singing, bakers taking great care, sounds and smells of the season are filling the air… At Walt Disney World Resort in 2011, it…
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Talking Mickey Doing Magic in Florida
DAPs Magic Disney News – by Mr. DAPs According to the Disney Parks Blog, Mickey is doing magic in Florida now…literally. In a video posted by the Disney Parks Blog Mickey Mouse talks and makes kids disappear and reappear. Check out the video here: [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qVAiTcwTNik&feature=player_embedded[/youtube] It is unknown if this is the same “talking Mickey”…
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Disney Animal Programs Gives “Creatures of the Night” Special Treats for Halloween
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., (Oct. 28, 2011) – As Halloween approaches, several creatures of the night are getting a series of treats from a team of medical experts at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Around this time each year, veterinary care specialists conduct annual wellness checks on a roost of…
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Leadership Profile: Randy Garfield, WDW Executive Champion of Heart of Florida United Way
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Oct. 20, 2011) – With the 2011 Heart of United Way campaign well underway at Walt Disney World Resort, Disney executive Randy Garfield is rallying the company’s more than 62,000 Cast Members to support their community by donating. Today, Garfield is the executive vice…
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World’s Top Two Golfers, Donald and Simpson, to Battle for PGA TOUR Money Title at 41st Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals Classic at Disney
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE 128-player field to also feature Justin Rose, Retief Goosen, Charles Howell III, Jonathan Byrd and Gary Woodland, along with returning champion Robert Garrigus LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Oct. 14, 2011) — One pro golfer’s dream of being the top player in the world will come true at the 41st Children’s Miracle…
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ESPN Wide World of Sports Named ‘Business of the Year’ at SPORTYS
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Oct. 14, 2011) — The Central Florida Sports Commission recognized ESPN Wide World of Sports at Walt Disney World Resort as “Business of the Year” last month at the inaugural Central Florida SPORTYS Awards. The event honored deserving local athletes, coaches, employees and businesses, ranging from amateur to professional, throughout Lake,…
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High School Teens Have Till Oct. 31, 2011, to Submit Applications for 2012 Disney’s Dreamers Academy with Steve Harvey and Essence Magazine
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE Program Celebrates Five Years of Igniting Lives, Dreams and Passions LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – Plans are underway for the fifth class of Disney’s Dreamers Academy with Steve Harvey and Essence Magazine. In March, 2012, 100 high school students ages 13-19 from across the United States will gather in…