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Disney has always been a special place for children, but to focus on the children of our brave military makes it even more special for them and us. Deployment of our military affects families across the country and no one feels it more than the children of these...
main st. rocks @ disneyland
Some big things are happening out at the West Coast and Disneyland. Disneyland is set to celebrate Spring by unveiling a host of great things. Press Release Disneyland guests are dancing down Main Street, U.S.A., with Mickey Mouse and the gang in a high-energy show...
figment art
Figment has always been a family favorite. Since his early introduction at EPCOT, he has always brought a smile to me, my wife and now my children. This weekend you have a chance to purchase Event Details Event Information: Space Suit Figment: Journey Into Imagination...
walt disney signature
Walt Disney's entertainment accomplishments are well known. What may be lesser know was his design sensibility. Walt took a hands on approach to everything and that included the design of his studios and even the animators' desks. That spirit of innovation continues...
x games in 3D
Extreme sports have come a long way since they began in the backyards and alleys of my childhood. They are a huge business and ESPN's X Games is the home to catch the best of the best do what they do best. This summer if you can't make it to the the games, at least...
disney xd’s new series
Disney's rebranded, Disney XD, is hitting the ground running with a new production for the network. The Next X is a reality sports series that follows some promising young athletes who are mentored by some the world's top athletes. Press Release Production has begun...
tea time
There is something special about afternoon tea. Taking pause in the mid-afternoon for a nice cup of tea and some light fare is the perfect break in a busy day. If you agree, then Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa has the perfect tea-time for you. Disney's...
flower festival this weekend
There is still plenty going on at Epcot's International Flower and Garden Festival this weekend. If you are looking for something fun to do this weekend, you might want to spend some time at the festival. Garden Town Discoveries Jeff Lowenfels will be on hand at...
mayor of main st. u.s.a.
One of the great things about Disney's parks is that special quality the Imagineers call streetmosphere. The Imagineer use sensory design to create a truly magical experience for the guests to their parks here at the Walt Disney World Resort and all around Disney's...
earth day, everyday
As we have come to learn, Disney's environmental committments go back to the beginnings of the company and Walt Disney himself. He was an ardent supporter and evangelist for protecting our natural resources. Press Release Since the company’s early days, Disney has...
disney nature
It was just over a year ago, April 21,20008, that Disneynature was launched as a new brand of the Disney Co. but with a focus that goes back to Walt himself. When it was launched it was with those same ideals that Walt had back when he was making the True Life...
happy birthday animal kingdom
I remember the weeks and days leading up to the opening day of Disney's fourth gate, Disney's Animal Kingdom. I was working at Disney's Multimedia Group at the time and we were developing the first-ever event site for Disney.com to celebrate the opening of Disney's...
earth
Happy Earth Day! In celebration of the day, Disneynature, the newest film label from the Walt Disney Co., is releasing an amazing film titled simply - earth. earth, the first film under the Disneynature label, introduces us to three animal families—Polar bears,...
d23 survey
Received an email today from D23 and it appears that D23 is surveying its members on a wide variety of topics - all things Disney as it were. Survey One would imagine that they might have used this survey before they launched the D23 membership. If so perhaps this is...
disneyland food + wine
Here in Central Florida we may be in the middle of the International Flower and Garden Festival, but our friends out West are getting ready to begin Disneyland's Food and Wine Festival. Press Release Tantalizing taste buds with authentic, international flavors,...
marching band
Wandering through the Magic Kingdom on my way to Splash Mountain, we happened upon this contingent of the talented musicians from the Magic Kingdom's marching band. They are an amazingly accomplished band that played some amazing renditions of some Disney favorites....
macy’s and disney
Imagine having a sunrise breakfast on Main St. at Disneyland followed later on with a sunset meal at The Walt Disney World Resort. You can if you win this contest. The contest Sweepstakes Prize: FIFTY -ONE (51) PRIZES: Fifty-one (51) vacation packages for four (4)...
space mountain
So, one of the most popular attractions at the Walt Disney World Resort has gone into refurbishment for the better part of the year. This past Saturday was the last day to get a ride on Space Mountain, so we headed over to the park and got our FastPass. Space Mountain...