Get ready to visit a galaxy far, far away one last time! After Disney’s Hollywood Studios has closed to the general public, D23 Members are invited to take an exhilarating “final flight” to the Moon of Endor before Star Tours suspends departures as it readies for its 2011 reimagining. Guests
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Nominations Now Open for Fourth Disney’s Dreamers Academy Class
Do you know a high school student who could benefit from several days of interactive workshops and seminars, mentoring and inspiration focusing on careers and life enrichment – all sprinkled with Disney fun? One hundred students just like that will be packing their bags for Walt Disney World Resort in
Walt Disney World Earns Welcome Mat Award from Good Sam Club
Walt Disney World Resort has been recognized by the Good Sam Club, the world’s largest membership organization of recreational vehicle (RV) owners, with their 2010 Welcome Mat Award as the most “RV-Friendly” Tourist Attraction. The Good Sam Club is an organization of more than 1 million families who own RVs.
Fairy Tales Come True at Newly Designed Franck’s Studio at Walt Disney World Resort
Franck’s Bridal Studio at Walt Disney World Resort has undergone a major enhancement, bringing high-tech tools to couples tying the knot at the popular wedding destination. Franck’s, named after the wedding planner character Martin Short played in the film “Father of The Bride,” was built 15 years ago alongside Disney’s
H2O! FUN FACTS: ‘Count’ on Having a Waterful Time at Walt Disney World Resort
Even its hometown suggests a beautiful place of water. And Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista does not disappoint: There are more than 850 acres of lakes featuring nearly 130,000 feet of shoreline. And that’s just on “the surface”: Beneath the surface of the seven largest lakes are
AAA Travel Offers Chance to Win Spectacular Disney Dream Vacation
During the height of the summer travel season, AAA is offering visitors to AAA.com and other web sites an opportunity to win a fabulous five-day AAA Vacations® package at Walt Disney World in Florida or the Disneyland Resort in California. The grand prize includes accommodations, four 5-Day Disney Theme Park
Disneyworld Character Changes for August 2010
This monthly article comes to us from Character Hunt check them out on Facebook. Here are the most up to date Character Changes at the Walt Disney World Resort. CONFIRMED CHARACTER CHANGES Duffy the Disney Bear is going to start making appearances at Epcot, tentative start date is October 14.
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
Endangered Sea Turtles Thriving at Walt Disney World Resort
Two ailing Kemp’s Ridley sea turtles are on the road to recovery after being brought to Walt Disney World Resort last month from the Institute for Marine Mammal Studies in Gulfport, Miss. to make room for animals directly impacted by the Gulf oil spill. The sea turtles, suffering from pneumonia,
Top Soccer Clubs from Around the Globe Compete in Disney Cup International Youth Soccer Tournament
On the heels of the FIFA World Cup, nearly 200 elite youth soccer teams from around the world, including the Haitian National Women’s Under 17 team, will compete in the Disney Cup International Youth Soccer Tournament at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at Walt Disney World Resort, July 12-17.
Disney Animal Expert Discovers Tiny Primate at Risk of Extinction
A tiny Colombian primate known for its distinctive punk-rock hairstyle is in imminent danger of extinction, according to new research done by an animal expert at Walt Disney World Resort. The findings paint the clearest picture yet of a dwindling population at risk. The endangered cotton-top tamarin is found in
The Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort
Are you looking for a Disney World Resort with a little more room to spread out? Do you like the convenience of a full kitchen and daily maid service? Would you like a tranquil peaceful setting, instead of the hustle and bustle of a hotel? And would you like all
Disney Wedding Trends – Making New Traditions
Our wedding planners always keep an eye out for the latest trends. While plenty of brides still opt for classic and traditional choices, many couples choose to go mod by putting a trendy spin on their wedding details – everything from flower to favors, and everything in between. Here are
Disney-Sponsored Chef’s Gala Raises $170,000 for United Way
More than 20 top chefs from Central Florida’s finest restaurants recently joined forces at Walt Disney World Resort for the 18th Annual Chef’s Gala, the premier fundraiser for the Heart of Central Florida United Way (HFUW). Event organizers say the tasteful event raised nearly $170,000 for Central Floridians in need.