Monthly Archive: March 2014

As Testing Continues, MyMagic+ Transforms the Walt Disney World Experience for Guests, Delivering More Magic and Customization

Taking Guests’ Vacations to an All-New Level With New Website, Mobile App, FastPass+ and MagicBands LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. — MyMagic+ is reshaping the Walt Disney World Resort vacation experience in ways that will make it more customized, more magical and easier than ever for guests to create lasting memories with their families and friends. Guests …

Stars of Disney’s popular “Frozen” to move from Epcot to Magic Kingdom

Anna and Elsa, the stars of Disney’s blockbuster animated movie, “Frozen,” remain the most sought-after Disney Characters at their meet and greet location in the Norway Pavilion of Epcot. The movie has grossed more than one billion dollars at the box office since its release in November, 2013. Their popularity is mirrored by the extensive […]

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Walt Disney World Resort Hosts Nonprofit Volunteer Engagement Training

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., March 13, 2014 – Walt Disney World Resort today hosted 26 Central Florida nonprofit organizations for Ready, Set, Go! training by generationOn, the youth division of Points of Light, with support from Hands On Orlando. Designed to help community groups more effectively engage youth volunteers and offer new family-oriented service activities, …

Westgate Resorts Launches Sweepstakes for Chance to Win Ultimate Park City Adventure Vacation

Westgate Resorts is pleased to announce the launch of the Westgate Park City Adventure Sweepstakes, which features the grand prize of a three-day/two-night stay in a Signature Suite at Westgate Park City Resort & Spa, an award-winning Park City resort ideally located at the base of the

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Busch Gardens Williamsburg to open March 16

From world class roller coasters to spectacular scenery, animal encounters and live entertainment, Busch Gardens Williamsburg has something for the entire family. The popular theme park is set to open for the season on Sunday, March 16 with an all-new St. Patrick’s Day celebration in the Ireland section of the park. Also new for 2014 […]

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Off the Beaten Path – Discover the Undiscovered at Walt Disney World Resort

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – High-flying elephants and spinning teacups usually take center stage when a guest is thinking of Walt Disney World Resort.  But did you know that 9-pound lemons flourish at The Land pavilion at Epcot, or that safaris explore Africa-inspired savannas in the middle of Florida?  Guests who take a second – …

Civilianjobs.com Recognizes Westgate Resorts as a 2014 Most Valuable Employers (MVE) for Military Finalist

Award Winners To Be Recognized in May To Help Honor Armed Forces’ Day, May 17, 2014 Civilianjobs.com, a website dedicated to connecting America’s military veterans to high-quality civilian careers, has announced its finalists for its annual Most Valuable Employers (MVE) awards.  The MVE Awards recognize that go

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Students Culminate Exclusive Weekend at Walt Disney World with Steve Harvey

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (March 10, 2014) – Walt Disney World Resort concluded a 4-day exclusive weekend for a group of select students at the Disney Dreamers Academy with Steve Harvey and ESSENCE Magazine.  A high-impact graduation ceremony deemed the students official Dreamers, making them one of only 700 students nationwide to hold the honor. The students were …

Disney VoluntEARS Strike Gold for Junior Achievement

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., March 7, 2014 – King Pins and Alley Cats were out in full force this past weekend when more than 5,000 Disney VoluntEARS teamed up to bowl for a cause at the annual Junior Achievement Bowl-A-Thon. During the three-day event, Disney Cast Members raised approximately $250,000 for Junior Achievement of Central …