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HGTV and DIY experts at Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival

Learn from the HGTV and DIY experts at Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival Experts from HGTV and DIY networks — including some fresh faces — will again lead home and garden sessions at the Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival, which begins March 5 at the theme park. These popular personalities will lead sessions on home […]

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“I’m Going to Disney World” Historical Release

First Spot: Super Bowl XXI (Phil Simms, New York Giants) Number of Spots Since Inception: 47 Chronology of “I’m going to Disney World” Spots: 2014    Super Bowl XLVIII (Malcolm Smith, Seattle Seahawks) 2013    Super Bowl XLVII (Joe Flacco, Baltimore Ravens) 2012    Super Bowl XLVI (Eli Manning, New York Giants) 2011     Super Bowl XLV (Aaron Rodgers, …

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Seahawks Linebacker & MVP Malcolm Smith ‘Going to Disney World’ to Celebrate Super Bowl XLVIII Victory

Linebacker Malcolm Smith Celebrates the Seattle Seahawks Victory in Super Bowl XLVIII – He’s “Going to Disney World!” EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (Feb. 2, 2014) – Amid a mid-winter blizzard – of confetti – linebacker Malcolm Smith of the Seattle Seahawks continued a magical tradition Sunday night following his team’s 43-8 rout of the Denver Broncos in …

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Walt Disney World Resort Earns Top Honors with United Safety Council Awards

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., Jan. 31, 2014 – Earning recognition for their outstanding commitment to safety, four Walt Disney World Resort teams and an individual Cast Member recently received top Safety Achievement awards from the United Safety Council (USC) for exceptional work in the past year. The awards were earned for leadership involvement, Cast Member …

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Disney Vacation Club Gives Members More to Love with New ‘Membership Magic’

Disney Vacation Club shows appreciation for its members through new membership enhancements, exclusive experiences and special offers CELEBRATION, Fla. (January 30, 2014) – Disney Vacation Club is adding even more magic for its members with the launch of Membership Magic today. Membership Magic is a new program designed to introduce numerous enhancements for members, create …

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Bands, Brew & BBQ at SeaWorld Orlando

Enjoy food, beer and live music at SeaWorld’s Bands, Brew & BBQ From live concerts and fabulous barbeque to craft beers and more, SeaWorld’s annual Bands, Brew & BBQ celebrations offer something for everyone. The event takes place over the course of six weekends from Feb. 1 through March 9, 2014. The event area, which […]

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Disney Cast Members Help Unveil an “Extreme Village Makeover”

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., Jan. 24, 2014 – In a “Move that bus” moment on ABC’s “Good Morning America,” dozens of Cast Members from Walt Disney World Resort joined Central Florida community leaders to unveil an ”Extreme Village Makeover” at Give Kids the World. The non-profit organization provides memorable, magical and free accommodations to thousands of …

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Rockin’ Epcot Flower Power Weekend Concerts Kick Start Spring This March

Newcomers include Gary Lewis and The Playboys, Alan Parsons Live Project during the 21st Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – At Epcot this spring, guests can boogie to their favorite “far out” pop tunes and rock ‘n’ roll classics of the 1960s and ’70s at the Flower Power concert series …

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Westgate Resorts Honored by Governor as Innovator in Business

Governor Scott Awards Westgate Resorts with the Innovation and Expansion in Tourism and Hospitality Award best internet security software Florida Governor Rick Scott awarded Westgate Resorts with the Innovation and Expansion in Tourism and Hospitality Award at a prestigious event held in the Governor’s mansion Tuesday night.

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Hogwarts Express offers a magical ride

Hogwarts Express to shuttle Potter fans between two magical worlds Trains have long been popular at theme parks, zoos and other attractions. But Orlando’s newest theme park train is unlike any other. While most trains circle a park or zoo, or take guests to the park gates, the new Hogwarts Express attraction at Universal Orlando […]

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