Disneyworld Refurbishment Schedule July 2010
Refurbishment/closure information is subject to change without notice and should be confirmed just prior to visiting. Updated information is available at http://www.disneyworld.com Current Lake Buena Vista Golf Course closed Mondays only through 7/26/10 for refurbishment. Palm Golf Course closed Tuesdays only through 7/27/10 for refurbishment. Magnolia Golf Course closed Wednesdays
Disneyworld Event Calendar “In the Spotlight” – July 30 – Aug. 6
Now Through Aug. 14 Summer Nightastic!: “Summer Nightastic!” lights up the after-dark entertainment experience at the Walt Disney World Resort through Aug. 14 with a megawatt parade, fireworks extravaganza, rockin’ dance party, concerts and other surprises. More info: disneyworld.com At Magic Kingdom, guests can enjoy the return of Disney’s “Main
Adventures by Disney Adds Egypt as New Destination, Unveils 2011 All-Inclusive Itineraries
Beginning today, travel agents can book clients on an adventure to visit the land of pyramids, pharaohs and ancient treasures next year with Adventures by Disney. In addition to suggesting the brand-new 8- and 10-day excursions in Egypt, agents can also offer 18 other unforgettable worldwide destinations for 2011. Adventures
New Disney Resort in Hawaii Begins Taking Reservations for 2011 Stays
Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa, Ko Olina, Hawai’i, will begin accepting reservations for hotel rooms and vacation packages Aug. 2, 2010, through the Walt Disney Travel Company. Aulani is scheduled to welcome its first guests on Aug. 29, 2011. “Aulani will represent a new way for every member of
Christmas Events for 2010 at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Mickey’s Jingle Jungle Parade – The wild side of Animal Kingdom blends with a playful spirit of the holidays during “Mickey’s Jingle Jungle Parade.” Mickey and pals present seasonal melodies with a world beat twist during a whimsical cavalcade throughout the park. The high-energy afternoon parade runs daily from Nov.
Disney Store Unveils Magical New Store Design at First East Coast Grand Opening Celebration in Garden City, N.Y., July 29
WHAT: Disney Store will reveal to the East Coast its new store design, featuring a more interactive and technology-driven shopping experience at the Roosevelt Field mall in Garden City, N.Y. The floor-to-ceiling transformation includes an exciting new experiential Disney Princess castle with magic mirror for girls, a first of its
Walt Disney World Resort Hosts Voter Registration Drive for Cast Members
As the countdown to the 2010 elections continues, Cast Members have the chance to register to vote or change their registration without ever leaving Walt Disney World Resort. On September 14 the Orange, Osceola and Polk County supervisors of elections will be collaborating with Disney to host a voter registration
Good Eats – Disneyworld’s Kouzzina by Cat Cora
Kouzzina by Cat Cora is located in Disney’s BoardWalk at Walt Disney World Resort. This is the first table-service restaurant for the celebrity chef, featuring a menu of Mediterranean-style cuisine that pays tribute to the Cat Cora family’s Greek roots. Owned and operated by Disney and open daily for breakfast
Disney Food Confession – Spiro’s Greek Salad
Where is it? Kouzzina by Cat Cora Walt Disney World Resort What is it? Cat Cora’s Signature Greek Salad! Why you want it? The traditional starter at Kouzzina by Cat Cora at Disney’s BoardWalk includes tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, kalamata olives and feta. Photo Credit: by Disney If you have
AAA’s Sweepstakes Could Send You to Disney Resorts in California or Florida
Enter AAA’s Disney Getaway Sweepstakes for your chance to win a trip to Disney World in Orlando or Disneyland in California. Weekly winners will also receive AAA memberships or Disney tickets. Click here to enter Eligibility: USA, 18+ Start Date: July 15, 2010 End Date: August 31, 2010 at 11:59
Christmas Events for 2010 at Disney’s Epcot
Holidays Around the World – Throughout World Showcase, storytellers share customs and lore from their heritage from Nov. 26-Dec. 30. Strolling around the promenade during the Holidays Around the World celebration may put you face-to-face with the good-hearted witch La Befana, known in Italy for filling children’s shoes with treats,
Disney Steals the Show at San Diego’s Comic Con
Angelina Jolie flew in to promote her new spy movie “Salt”, Johnny Depp greeted fans by video from the set of the fourth “Pirates of the Caribbean” movie, and Jeff Bridges and Olivia Wilde turned up to chat about their hotly-anticipated sci-fi thriller sequel “TRON: Legacy”. Around 126,000 fans of
Disney to make film on Haunted Mansion attraction
In case you missed this news from yesterday. Hoping to take a page from its wildly successful “Pirates of the Caribbean” franchise, Walt Disney Co said on Thursday it was developing a film based on its popular Haunted Mansion theme park attraction. Filmmaker Guillermo del Toro will write and produce
New Tron Legacy Trailer from COMIC-CON 2010
Sam Flynn, the tech-savvy 27-year-old son of Kevin Flynn, looks into his father’s disappearance and finds himself pulled into the same world of fierce programs and gladiatorial games where his father has been living for 25 years. Along with Kevin’s loyal confidant, father and son embark on a life-and-death journey