In 2010 a coalition of water safety and training taught 4,000 people how to swim, simultaneously! The World’s Largest Swimming Lesson took place in 34 states, five countries and three continents. Only a year later, more than 900 facilities world wide participated in the event, including Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon, which
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2011 Epcot International Food and Wine Festival Details
Details will continue to unfold between now and the start of the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival, themed “Passport to a World of Flavors,” but here are the early highlights for the 16th annual Epcot International Food & Wine Festival. From Sept. 30-Nov. 13, Epcot World Showcase Promenade features
Disney gives us a Peek behind the Fantasyland Wall
Soon fans of all ages will have the opportunity to take a trip through the world of “Beauty and the Beast” at the Enchanted Tales with Belle storybook adventure, which is currently under construction as part of the Fantasyland expansion at Magic Kingdom Park. Walt Disney Imagineering is currently building
New Medal for Disneyland Half Marathon Finishers
There’s been a lot of speculation among runners about a new finisher’s medal at this year’s Disneyland Half Marathon during Labor Day Weekend. Well, there’s no need to speculate anymore.
The Little Mermaid – Ariel’s Undersea Adventure Opens at Disney California Adventure Park
Earlier today, we celebrated the opening of The Little Mermaid ~ Ariel’s Undersea Adventure with a special ceremony at Disney California Adventure park.
A Disneyland Resort Summer Ticket Deal for Southern California Residents: 3 Days for $139 (1 Park per Day)
If you’re planning a summer visit to the Disneyland Resort, here’s a great, new deal for local residents starting June 3. Just in time to experience “Disney Soundsational Summer,” the Resort is offering a new ticket for residents of Southern California and Northern Baja.
New Pool Opening This Weekend at Disneyland Hotel
The enhancements at the Disneyland Hotel continue to take shape, and on Sunday, May 29, a new, immersive water play area will join Tangaroa Terrace and Trader Sam’s – Enchanted Tiki Bar which opened earlier this week.
Eat to the Beat 2011 Lineup Schedule for the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival
We just got our hands on the lineup of performers for the “Eat to the Beat” Concert Series at the 2011 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival and it’s going to be good. Look who’s coming – there will be several Grammy-winning artists and some new acts for music lovers.
Disney STEP Classic 2012 Dates Announced
A high-energy and highly memorable experience awaits your step team at the 2012 Disney STEP Classic, hosted by Disney Youth Programs! I am excited to announce that next year’s competition dates are February 18-19, 2012.
New ‘American Idol’ Scotty McCreery Set to be Honored Monday at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
We have exciting news to announce! We can confirm that the new “American Idol,” Scotty
McCreery, is scheduled to be honored at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in a gala motorcade on
Monday, May 30 at 10 a.m.
Joe Perry of Aerosmith Rocks with Goofy and Guests
While Disney’s Hollywood Studios was abuzz last week with all-things-Star-Tours, there also was an electric (guitar) feeling in the air along Sunset Blvd., as Aerosmith guitarist Joe Perry made a surprise visit to the roller coaster bearing his band’s famous name.
First Look: Disney Fantasy Atrium Lobby
Last week, we announced some of the incredible new details you’ll find aboard the Disney Fantasy when she sets sail in late March 2012.
A Look Inside ‘Star Tours – The Adventures Continue’ with Ashley Eckstein
Our good friend and former Disney’s Hollywood Studios Cast Member, Ashley Eckstein, returns today to take us on a quick video tour behind-the-scenes of “Star Tours – The Adventures Continue.”
Delightful, Delicious Narcoossee’s at Walt Disney World
Narcoossee’s at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa is one of those tucked-away restaurants on the shores of the Seven Seas Lagoon that we don’t always think of first – but what a treat. The place has plenty of loyal fans and was so busy on a recent evening that we grabbed seats at the bar, ordered a glass of red and settled in with Sergio the bartender taking care of us.
