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african cats
Disneynature announced plans to collaborate with the African Wildlife Foundation (AWF) on a program to celebrate the release of the new Disneynature feature film “African Cats.” The program, “See ‘African Cats,’ Save the Savanna” was revealed in Nairobi, Kenya, during...
the adventure continues
From the time Star Tours debuted at Disneyland Park in 1987 and at Walt Disney World Resort in 1989 until the attraction went dark for "reimagining" in fall 2010, guests embarked on a journey to the Moon of Endor and beyond, with a trainee pilot named REX at the...
healthy treats
Disney Consumer Products (DCP) announced that it will continue its commitment to helping families eat healthier foods by expanding its produce offering to make Disney-branded produce more widely available and offer more product variety. Families can shop at grocery...
platinum milestone
To mark the 20th anniversary of Disney's Fairy Tale Weddings & Honeymoons, Disney has announced special wedding packages plus a unique campaign showcasing the happily-ever-after stories of real life couples who have tied the knot at Walt Disney World Resort,...
new digs
Mickey Mouse now reigns at a new location in Magic Kingdom to meet and greet his friends at Walt Disney World Resort. Guests can now go backstage at Town Square Theater for photos and autographs with Mickey -- without waiting in a standby queue! Mickey's new location...
castaway cay
As I continue to wade through the thousands of images from the series of recent events all over the Walt Disney World Resort, I decided I would try a new multi-page post for a little walkabout Castaway Cay. The reason for this is to be able to include a larger number...
palo
Having been invited on the Disney Dream's Christening Cruise recently, I have spent an inordinate amount of time going over the thousands of pictures shot over that abbreviated trip aboard Disney Cruise Line's newest ship. The Disney Dream is an amazing destination...
healthy living
Fifty young essay contest winners, their families, Disney Channel Stars and Disney characters celebrate and explore a world of flavor and fun at Disney Magic of Healthy Living -- The Weekend at Walt Disney World Resort March 18-20, 2011. The setting for the event is...
2011 dreamers
The 2011 Disney's Dreamers Academy with Steve Harvey and Essence Magazine continues a mission to annually bring together 100 high school students who want to ignite their lives, dreams and passions. However, the March 3-6 event at Walt Disney World Resort also will...
scent of spring
The bouquet of spring is in the air... come visit Guerlain! March 3 - 6th National Director of Fragrance and Beauty, Marie Line Patry will introduce you to the scents of spring at the Guerlain perfume garden. Several times daily at the France pavilion, Marie Line...
star fantasies
As Disney Parks invites guests to "Let the Memories Begin," spectacular new images were unveiled today featuring the work of acclaimed photographer Annie Leibovitz. The portraits star Penelope Cruz as Belle and Jeff Bridges as the transformed prince from "Beauty and...
2011 jbf awards
The James Beard Foundation has released its highly coveted annual list of top chefs in the country and among the semi-finalists for “Best Chef: South” is Scott Hunnel of Victoria & Albert’s at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. Established in 1990,...
big ideas
Nordstrom and Disney Consumer Products (DCP) will celebrate the 45th anniversary of the beloved 'it's a small world' attraction at Disneyland® park with a whimsical collection of stylish children's apparel, accessories and footwear beginning today. The collection is...
soundsational summer
As families prepare for their 2011 summer vacations, the Disneyland Resort announces grand opening dates for several, highly-anticipated new attractions and family experiences. The all-new “Mickey’s Soundsational Parade” will bring a new beat to the streets of...
disney and the oscars
The Walt Disney Co. is no stranger to successes and nowhere is that more evident than in the Academy Awards. Over the years the company has received 147 Academy Awards while Walt Disney personally received 32 - more than any individual, ever. As we await tonight’s...
bambi collection
A rapidly recognized force in the women's contemporary fashion world, Patterson J. Kincaid, a Jaya Apparel Group brand, announced today that it is collaborating with Disney Consumer Products to introduce a special limited edition collection —Disney by: Patterson J....
fantasy ceremony
Today, Disney Cruise Line celebrated the keel laying of the Disney Fantasy at the Meyer Werft shipyard. This is the second of two newly-designed ships that take the family cruise experience to all new heights. Sister ship to the Disney Fantasy, Disney Dream,...
fastpass for mickey
Magic Kingdom officials have a hunch a really "hot ticket" in their realm this summer is going to be something other than a ride, a snack or a show. Rather, it's a first-ever opportunity to nail down a time to meet with Mickey Mouse. When meet-and-greets with Mickey...