LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. — It’s a great time to stay at the Walt Disney Resort, where great rates and special offers are available throughout the fall. Guests who purchase a non-discounted six night/seven day Magic Your Way package at select Walt Disney World Resort hotels will receive a free dining plan for use during …
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., August 12, 2013 – Hundreds of business owners made connections during the Central & North Florida Minority Supplier Development Council’s (cnFMSDC) conference at Walt Disney World Resort. Co-sponsored by Disney, the 30th annual conference included seminars, networking opportunities, and a trade fair that brings together business owners and representatives from corporations and agencies that want to do business with minority suppliers. Members …
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., August 8, 2013 – A recent national survey of nearly 18,000 college students ranked The Walt Disney Company as the number one employer for undergraduates with degrees in liberal arts, humanities or education. Disney ranked second in the business and engineering category, sharing the top ten list with Google, Apple, the U.S. Department of …
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., Aug. 8, 2013 – This year, the Super Greeter program at Walt Disney World Resort has continued to help international guests experience the magic of a Disney vacation in their own language. As the international tour group season winds down, Central Florida and Walt Disney World Resort have once again seen strong …
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., August 8, 2013 – Collecting and donating school supplies is one of the most recent examples of the year-round support Walt Disney World Resort offers local students. Each year, Disney provides grants to local school districts, Early Learning Coalitions and other non-profits that focus on education. In addition, the Disney Dreamers and …
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., Aug. 8, 2013 – Walt Disney World Cast Members are sharing their “monstrous” spirit by donating millions of school supplies for Central Florida students heading back to school. Encouraged by Mike and Sulley from the Disney-Pixar animated movie “Monsters University,” along with three Shining Stars from Disney Dreamers and Doers program, …
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., August 7, 2013 – The U.S. Travel Association will induct Disney executive Randy Garfield into the U.S. Travel Hall of Leaders in November. The Hall of Leaders recognizes top travel and tourism professionals for their “sustained, noteworthy contributions that have positively impacted the travel industry, stimulated greater achievement, and raised industry-wide standards.” Now …
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – In the spirit of Disney’s Planes, which soars into theaters on August 9, guests at the Walt Disney World Resort can embark on high-flying adventures at beloved attractions. Voyage to deep space, sail high above Never Land or take a ride on a Starspeeder, all without having to print a …
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., August 2, 2013 – Journalists and media professionals from across the United States visited Central Florida this week for the 38th annual National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) convention. As a long-time sponsor of the conference, Walt Disney World Resort welcomed nearly 1,000 attendees during an opening ceremony and private reception at …
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., August 2, 2013 – On Sunday, Sept. 1 at the Citrus Bowl, the Delta Devils of Mississippi Valley State will battle the FAMU Rattlers at the 9th annual MEAC/SWAC Challenge presented by Disney. The game and the activities leading up to it showcase Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) and the importance …
