Disney World Brings Holiday Joy to Veteran Families As part of Disney’s commitment to honoring military members and their families, Disney VoluntEARS continued their annual tradition of bringing holiday joy to Orlando Fisher House. These dedicated volunteers brought joy and magic to families in need during the festive season. Related
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SeaWorld Orlando Waves of Appreciation: Free Admission for Veterans & Active Military This Memorial Day
Free Admission for Veterans & Active Military This Memorial Day: SeaWorld Orlando Waves of Appreciation Celebrate Memorial Day with Savings and Salute to Heroes at SeaWorld Orlando! SeaWorld is rolling out the red carpet (or should we say, the blue waves?) for Memorial Day with a special offer honoring both
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,
Tom Hanks Founds Coffee Company Supporting U.S. Military Veterans Called ‘Hanx’
Tom Hanks Founds Coffee Company Supporting U.S. Military Veterans Called ‘Hanx’ Tom Hanks has his fair share of military films under his belt, but the famed actor has created an all-new coffee line called ’Hanx’ which is dedicated to using 100% of its profits to support U.S. military veterans and
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
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
“Boots to Suits” Initiative at Disney Parks
As a Veteran, myself, Disney’s commitment to honoring the Armed Forces and those who have served never fails to amaze me. The Walt Disney Company has long held a special relationship with those who’ve served offering discounts and even their own unique resort hotel as a way to say “thank
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
Crayola Experience Offers Free Admission to Military
Crayola Experience in Orlando has announced a special offer for veterans and activity military personnel. During the month of November, Crayola Experience is offering free admission to anyone who visits and presents a valid military I.D. as a thank you for their service. The Crayola-inspired venue salutes our True Blue
Disney Salutes U.S. Armed Services with Special Veterans Day Video
As we prepare to celebrate Veteran’s Day on Saturday, November 11, Disney has released a heartwarming video that was inspired by a veteran honored at one of the park’s flag retreat ceremonies. Each day both Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort honor the brave men and women in our armed forces with
LEGOLAND Florida Resort Honors Veterans With Free Admission And Discounts In November
The LEGOLAND® Florida Resort wants to say thank you to the men and women who have served in the U.S. armed forces. They will be honoring U.S. veterans from Nov. 1-19, 2017 with free theme park admission plus 50 percent off tickets for up to six guests. To receive free
Westgate Resorts Host 1,000 Military Families For 2017 Military Weekend
Westgate Resorts will honor thousands of U.S. military, veterans, their family members and Gold Star families (families who have lost a loved one in the service of our country) from across the nation with a free Orlando vacation at Westgate Vacation Villas & Town Center Resort, May 5-7. The Westgate
Magic Kingdom to Honor Veterans with Special Flag Retreat
Our Nation’s heroes to be honored during Veterans Salute at Magic Kingdom Park, an enhanced flag retreat that is part of Disney Park’s Limited Time Magic. From Nov. 11-15, 2013 a daily ceremony featuring a specially selected Veteran of the Day flag bearer and Honorary Color Guard will occur
ABC News Anchor Bob Woodruff to Speak at Disney’s Veterans Institute This Fall
You may remember last year Disney announced a company-wide Heroes Work Here initiative to hire, train and support returning veterans. Last month they announced the next effort in this initiative, the first ever “Veterans Institute” workshop at Walt Disney World Resort designed for companies of all sizes to learn how to support and
