Disney and Florida Attractions News Blog from January 2009

Counting Down to American Idol Experience

January 29, 2009 by Debra Martin Koma

Former American Idol contest David Archuleta talks about the new American Idol Experience attraction opening February 14, 2009 at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Orlando, Florida. See what it’s like to sit in the audience of the newest attraction at Disney’s Hollywood Studios theme park in Florida – cheering for the guests auditioning on stage and … Continue reading "Counting Down to American Idol Experience"

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Florida State Completes Stellar Field for 2009 Old Spice Classic

January 27, 2009 by Debra Martin Koma

January 19, 2009 ESPN Regional Television, Inc. (ERT), a subsidiary of ESPN, announced today the complete field for the 2009 Old Spice Classic, to be held Thanksgiving weekend at the Milk House at Disney’s Wide World of Sports® Complex near Orlando, Fla. Florida State rounds out the eight-team field for the fourth annual Old Spice … Continue reading "Florida State Completes Stellar Field for 2009 Old Spice Classic"

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Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Welcomes Threatened Species

January 26, 2009 by Debra Martin Koma

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., Jan. 21, 2009 – Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge welcomed the birth of two Ruppell’s Griffon Vultures earlier this month. They are the first hatchings of this threatened species at Walt Disney World Resort. Each chick weighed less than six ounces and was about eight inches long when hatched. Over the past … Continue reading "Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Welcomes Threatened Species"

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Disney Cruise Line Ranked As No. 1 Cruise Experience

January 26, 2009 by Debra Martin Koma

CELEBRATION, Fla., Jan. 21, 2009 – Disney Cruise Line was recently named the top large cruise ship experience by the readers of CondÃ© Nast Traveler magazine in the 9th annual “Reader’s Cruise Poll.” The Cruise Poll recognizes the best cruise ships as voted on by CondÃ© Nast Traveler readers. Winners were determined by a survey … Continue reading "Disney Cruise Line Ranked As No. 1 Cruise Experience"

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Walt Disney World Resort Offers Romantic Playground for Lovebirds on Valentine’s Day and Every Day

January 22, 2009 by Debra Martin Koma

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – The storybook setting and amorous ambiance of Walt Disney World Resort has lovebirds flocking to the Vacation Kingdom for a romantic getaway. Moonlit strolls, luxurious spas and intimate dining make it feel like Valentine’s Day every day. And new for 2009: as part of Disney’s “What Will You Celebrate?” couples … Continue reading "Walt Disney World Resort Offers Romantic Playground for Lovebirds on Valentine’s Day and Every Day"

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Introducing A Cutting Edge Custom T-Shirt Design and Printing Store at Walt Disney World

January 22, 2009 by Debra Martin Koma

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., Jan. 9, 2009 – Hanesbrands Inc. (NYSE:HBI) and The Walt Disney Company (NYSE:DIS) today officially opened Disney Design-a-Tee presented by Hanes, an innovative next-generation store for apparel souvenirs at the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Fla. The first-of-its-kind interactive T-shirt design and printing store enables Disney guests to enhance their … Continue reading "Introducing A Cutting Edge Custom T-Shirt Design and Printing Store at Walt Disney World"

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Pirate-Themed Guest Rooms Debut

January 15, 2009 by Debra Martin Koma

Landlubbers and scallywags alike can live like Captain Jack in a pirate-themed guestroom specially created for Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort. More than 350 guestrooms are getting an “Extreme Makeover: Pirate Edition” with new dÃ©cor and furnishings fit for a buccaneer. Walt Disney World guests can reserve the special rooms through 407 W-DISNEY, www.disneyworld.com or by … Continue reading "Pirate-Themed Guest Rooms Debut"

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Disneyland’s “it’s a small world” Preview

January 13, 2009 by Debra Martin Koma

There is a special preview for Annual Passholders to see the newly enhanced “it’s a small world” at Disneyland before the official reopening. Dubbed “the happiest cruise that ever sailed the world” at the New York World’s Fair 45 years ago, “it’s a small world” takes you on a joyful boat ride as memorable as … Continue reading "Disneyland’s “it’s a small world” Preview"

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American Idol Experience Previews!

January 13, 2009 by Debra Martin Koma

IT’S SHOWTIME!: Disney’s Hollywood Studios raises the curtain on the newest showbiz-themed attraction, “The American Idol Experience” on Feb. 14, 2009, with all the excitement of the popular “American Idol” TV show. In this first-of-its-kind attraction, Walt Disney World guests can vote on their favorite performance, or audition with the chance to perform on stage. … Continue reading "American Idol Experience Previews!"

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Bastos Dominates Walt Disney World Marathon — Again!

January 12, 2009 by Debra Martin Koma

Brazilian celebrates fifth straight Disney victory and sixth overall; event record 22,000 runners compete in first of Disney’s 12 endurance series races in 2009 LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – (Jan. 11, 2009) – In what is becoming an extraordinary Walt Disney World Marathon tradition, Adriano Bastos of Brazil celebrated another Disney Marathon victory Sunday by … Continue reading "Bastos Dominates Walt Disney World Marathon — Again!"

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