Disney World Honors Families of Fallen Military Heroes Disney recently teamed up with the NFL to honor families of fallen military heroes. The families were welcomed to Magic Kingdom as part of a special, fun-filled trip to Florida last weekend. Related – Disney and Gary Sinise Foundation Host 700+ Families
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Walt Disney Company’s Heroes Work Here Program Celebrates 10-Year Milestone
Heroes Work Here The Walt Disney Company just celebrated the 10th anniversary of its hiring program which has led to the onboarding of more than 12,500 veterans throughout the Company. The program is called Heroe’s Work Here. Hero’s Work here got its start in 2012 and is responsible for hiring, training,
U.S. Military Members Can Take Advantage of Great Rates at Select Disney World Hotels
U.S. Military Members Can Take Advantage of Great Rates at Select Disney World Hotels U.S. military members can enjoy great rates at select Walt Disney World Resort hotels for stays most nights from January 1, 2023, through December 15, 2023, when they book by December 15, 2023. Related – Universal
Margaritaville at Sea offering free cruises for military veterans teachers and first responders
Margaritaville at Sea offering free cruises for military veterans teachers and first responders Active and veteran military, first responders, law enforcement officers and educators can sail free with Margaritaville at Sea! This is a 3-day, 2-night cruise to Grand Bahama Island. Related – Sunset Walk Slingshot™ coming this fall to
First Lady Jill Biden to provide opening remarks at Disney’s Veterans Institute Summit
Disney’s Veterans Institute Summit First Lady Jill Biden will be giving opening remarks at Disney’s Veterans Institute Summit happening this August 19th through the 20th. This event will feature speakers who believe strongly in supporting and assisting veterans and military spouses as they seek out employment and careers outside their
Disney Legacy Award Given to WWII Veteran and Cast Member
WWII Veteran and Cast Member Alexander Stromski was just awarded the very prestigious Disney Legacy Award. You may know him as the resident Geppetto or the door greeter at Pinocchio’s Village Haus. You might have even seen him featured in Disney Park’s viral Tik Tok video. I know him simply
Disney Honored for Excellence in Supporting Veterans
The Walt Disney Company is known for its continued support of veterans and our country’s military. Last week, Disney was honored with the 2021 Student Veterans of America (SVA) Corporate Partner of the Year Award. The SVA recognized Disney during its 14th annual national conference held at Walt Disney World
Disney Honors Disney Cast Members Who Continue to Serve in the Military
The month of May is National Military Appreciation Month. Disney supports and honors our military members and that support dates back to Walt Disney himself. He served in WWI an ambulance for the Red Cross in France. Disney is honoring and spotlighting military members who are also cast members. Take
An Inspiring Armed Forces Day Video: Disney Salutes Those Who Serve
Disney salutes those who serve, or have served, with an inspiring Armed Forces Day video! Though the Disney Parks are closed, Disney Parks Blog shared that Disney “continues to honor traditions by raising and lowering the flag daily as a symbol of hope and to continue our Salute to all
Snowball Express Honors Families of Fallen Heroes with Magical Trip
There is nothing anyone can do to replace a loved one that is gone. The Gary Sinise Foundation, however, has done everything they can to give 650+ families of fallen heroes a trip to remember. Families fly in on special flights Saturday morning joining with many other families who share
Five Lucky Military Families Get A Sneak Peek of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
Two days before Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge officially opened to the public, five active-duty members of America’s armed forces, and their families, were treated to a very special sneak peek. Disney wanted to share their gratitude and appreciation for the military and selected one member from each branch of service
The Blue Angels Fly Over Epcot For Military Appreciation Day
Thursday morning the Blue Angels flew over top Spaceship Earth in Epcot. Soaring at 500 feet and over 250 mph, they made two passes in celebration of Military Appreciation Day. Several service men and women where on hand as well to salute as they flew over. We went live as
New U.S. Military Ticket Offer On Sale January 1st
There is another reason to be happy about the new year! Disney announced this morning that come January 1st, 2019 Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort are honoring active-duty and retired members of the U.S. military with special offers on theme park admissions and resort stays for most dates in 2019. Beginning tomorrow,
The Magic Kingdom Commemorates Veteran’s Day 2018
Annually, November 11th of each year, Veteran’s Day, is a day to recognize our service men and women of the past and present. Specifically, those that have made sacrifices in giving of themselves in service to our country in numerous combat zones across the globe. Magic Kingdom park is no
