Category: General News

Football, Fans and Fun Score Big Win at 10th Annual MEAC/SWAC Challenge Presented by Disney

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., Sept. 2, 2014 – Though the North Carolina A&T Aggies triumphed over their rival Alabama A&M Bulldogs at this weekend’s MEAC/SWAC Challenge presented by Disney, the real winners were the thousands of fans who came to Central Florida to cheer on their favorite team during this annual celebration of diversity, higher …

Disney Season: Spring 2015

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – The new year 2015 lifts off with a spring bouquet of fun happenings, openings and events at Walt Disney World Resort. Whether on land or at sea, some great vacation choices await Disney guests as the calendar turns the pages into 2015. Here’s a look around: All-New Disney Castaway Cay …

101 Canines Raise the Woof at Walt Disney World Resort Today During First-Ever Disney Side Dog’s Day at Magic Kingdom

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla – (August 30, 2014) – Poodles, Yorkies, Beagles -101 dogs in all -joined their owners and pranced thru Magic Kingdom as part of a Disney Side Dog’s Day at Magic Kingdom today before park hours at Walt Disney World Resort. The tail-wagging morning featured a doggie dance party, a walk in the …

Disney Chefs VoluntEAR at new Homeless Facility

ORLANDO, Fla. Aug. 29, 2014 -Chefs from Walt Disney World Resort whipped up some delicious meals and were among the first to pepper their culinary expertise with the residents of the new Men’s Service Center at the Coalition for the Homeless of Central Florida. The Coalition for the Homeless of Central Florida is the largest …

Recycling Initiative at Disney Benefits Local Nonprofit Group

ORLANDO, Fla. Aug. 29, 2014 – Walt Disney World Resort recently started donating mattresses and box springs to The Mustard Seed of Central Florida, which will recycle the materials, creating jobs for clients they serve. Starting with 50 mattresses and box springs from Disney’s All-Star Resort in August, the project will expand to other Disney …

Disney Cast Members, HBCU Advocates Provide Higher Ed Insight to Local Students during HBCU College Information Fair

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., Aug. 29, 2014 – As they look to the future, 100 students from Edgewater High School see the college experience through a new lens following today’s HBCU College Information Fair. As part of the 10th annual MEAC/SWAC Challenge Presented by Disney, the college fair was designed to familiarize students with Historically Black Colleges and …

Adventures by Disney Introduces New Nashville Long Weekend Trip

New family getaway serves up country music, southern cuisine and an inside look at the city that inspired the critically acclaimed ABC show Nashville BURBANK, Calif., (Aug. 28, 2014) – Adventures by Disney, a leader in guided group travel, has brought families together while touring exciting destinations on six continents since 2005. Now Adventures by Disney offers […]

Westgate Resorts Finishes in Top 3 of OBJ Golden 100

Westgate Recognized As Top Hospitality Company in the Central Florida Area By Orlando Business Journal The Orlando Business Journal has recognized Westgate Resorts as a top company in its annual “Golden 100” list which ranks companies in Central Florida based on gross revenue totals and financial gains,

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Disney Halloween Party Adds New Dessert Option

Introducing “Villains’ Sinister Soiree: A Wicked Takeover of Cinderella Castle.” If the usual Halloween treats aren’t enough for you, Disney World is now offering a little extra dessert: “Villains’ Sinister Soiree: A Wicked Takeover of Cinderella Castle.” Disney recently introduced the premium ticket dessert party to its extra-ticket after hours event – Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween […]

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