Lake Buena Vista, Fla., November 12, 2011 – The African American Chamber of Commerce of Central Florida’s 2011 Eagle Award Ceremony lived up to its theme, “Soar Higher,” at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort. The annual ceremony recognizes the achievements and leadership of local African American businesses and entrepreneurs, as well as the diversity initiatives of …
Tag: Walt Disney Parks and Resorts
Walt and the Promise of Progress City
In the middle of Central Florida swamplands and ranch property, Walt Disney aspired to build the greatest American city ever conceived–EPCOT. While Disney would die before realizing this epic achievement, he still left behind the blueprint for one of the boldest and most unique projects ever proposed on American soil.
Disney Store Cyber Monday Sale
Some great deals today at the Disney Store! Also get free Shipping on all orders all day! Here’s how to redeem your Free Shipping & 10% Off $50 or More, 15% Off $75 or More, 20% Off $100 or More, or 25% Off $125 or More on Your Purchase Promotion:
Capturing Disney in Pictures: The Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights
Every photo has a story. I do believe this is what Clark Griswold used for inspiration when he decorated his home in “Christmas Vacation.” The Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights at Disney’s Hollywood Studios was created by Jennings Osborne. A successful Arkansas businessman, Jennings and his wife bought a large
Disney Planning 101 – the 5 W’s of WDW
Planning a trip to Walt Disney World can be a daunting task – one that can be a lot of fun, but can also be overwhelming at times. The hardest part for most people (myself included!) is figuring out where to start, what to plan first? Using the 5 W’s
Download the Disney Theme Park Merchandise Holiday Guide
As a child, I spent hours poring over catalogs while making my holiday wish lists for Santa Claus. That childhood memory sparked a new digital guide that we created for the holidays. Our goal was to present the “must have” gifts found at Disney Parks in both California and Florida using mostly photographs.
Capturing Disney in Pictures: Ceremonial House Waterfall at The Polynesian Resort
Every photo has a story. Back on October 1, 1971, when Walt Disney World first opened, there were only two operational resorts: The Contemporary and The Polynesian. Few people realize that while these deluxe hotels appear as fairly opposite buildings at first glance, they are almost identical in terms of structure. These two iconic vacation
Black Friday Deals at Downtown Disney District at the Disneyland Resort
It’s the day before Thanksgiving, and while some people are prepping for the big turkey dinner others are prepping for the big shopping day: Black Friday. Here at the Disneyland Resort, we’ve got some great deals for you Black Friday warriors! Don’t miss these specials:
Capturing Disney in Pictures: Giving Thanks
Every photo has a story. If you’ve ever been to Walt Disney World, you’re thankful for something. It would be easy to give thanks for my upcoming WDW vacation that starts in a mere 30 days. I’m so thankful for the chance to return to Orlando, I am nearly jumping
Disneyland Resort Engages in National Family Volunteer Day
Last Saturday, Disney VoluntEARS celebrated National Family Volunteer Day by helping assemble 26,341 food boxes at the Orange County Food Bank for local seniors in need this holiday season.
Disney in Pictures: Victorian Gingerbread House at the Grand Floridian Resort and Spa
Every photo has a story. One of the more well known Disney Christmas decorations found outside the gates of the Magic Kingdom is the victorian era inspired Gingerbread House at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa. Walt Disney World pastry chefs use a classic gingerbread recipe from Austria to create their gingerbread
Disney in Pictures: Mickey Mouse topiary at the Contemporary Resort
Every photo has a story. The next time you stop by the Contemporary Resort to grab a Black Forest Cupcake from the Contempo Cafe, walk straight out the back doors and head down the stairs. This fabulous Mickey Mouse topiary is located just behind the Contemporary Resort, a great work
Hundreds of Disney VoluntEARS Help Clean Up Brevard County Coastline
More than 300 Disney VoluntEARS picked up nearly 2,000 pounds of trash and debris Saturday along four miles of Brevard County coastline as part of the International Coastal Cleanup, the world’s largest volunteer effort to improve the health of the ocean and waterways. Working alongside partners from the Ocean Conservancy,
Disney Leaders Yvonne Chang and Eugene Campbell Finalists for Don Quijote Awards
Two Disney leaders were named finalists for the 14th Annual Don Quijote Awards, a program that recognizes “business excellence, dedication to serve the community and outstanding professionalism among Central Florida’s Hispanic community.” Yvonne Chang, director of Operations Integration for Disney Vacation Club, was named one of three finalists for the
