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Disney Green Thumbs Behind Festival’s Blooms

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., Mar. 25, 2014 – A lot of mulch, sweat and shears have gone into the 21st annual Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival presented by HGTV. For the past year, a team of 400 gardeners, horticulturists and landscape architects has been keeping their green thumbs busy preparing for this 75-day festival. From …

It’s a Small World global sing-along

With its worldwide array of theme parks and international guest book, no Disney attraction is more iconic than “It’s A Small World.” Now to honor the 50th anniversary of the ride, Disney Parks is holding a global sing-along. The attraction made its debut at the 1964 New York World’s Fair where it enjoyed immense popularity […]

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Walt Disney World Recognized for Supplier Diversity

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., March 21, 2014 – Recognized for its consistent efforts to promote supplier diversity in Central Florida, Walt Disney World Resort recently received the Corporate Leadership award presented by the Central & North Florida Minority Supplier Development Council (cnFMSDC). cnFMSDC is a corporate member organization that connects companies with minority-owned business enterprises to …

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 – …