SeaWorld Orlando’s 2016 summer camp registration is open

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For years I have written about the unique experiences that SeaWorld Orlando offers children at its summer day and resident camps, but last year was the first year my dolphin-loving daughter experienced the fun for herself. And she loved every minute of the five days! We’re already making plans for her to attend another summer … Continue reading "SeaWorld Orlando’s 2016 summer camp registration is open"
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Disney’s ‘Dream Big, Princess’ campaign launches with events at Disney Parks, on TV

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The Walt Disney Co. has announced a new initiative that is designed to inspire girls in particular, and kids in general, “to realize their full potential and dream big.” The “Dream Big, Princess” campaign launched last week with stories of real girls who share the qualities of other strong women, the Disney Princesses, and are … Continue reading "Disney’s ‘Dream Big, Princess’ campaign launches with events at Disney Parks, on TV"
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Free activities for runners at Walt Disney World this weekend

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Feeling motivated by the Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend that’s going on now? Here are a few free and low-cost activities for runners at Walt Disney World to check out this weekend. Keep those muscles loose with a run (or walk) around your Walt Disney World hotel or take in a change of scenery at … Continue reading "Free activities for runners at Walt Disney World this weekend"
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Deadline nears for Central Florida students to apply to be 2016 Disney Dreamers and Doers

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Just as Hollywood’s awards season is in full swing, so, too, is Walt Disney World’s version of the Oscars. The “Mousecars” — exclusive golden Mickey Mouse statues — are bestowed on some of the most promising students in Central Florida through the Disney Dreamers and Doers program. And if students want to be considered for … Continue reading "Deadline nears for Central Florida students to apply to be 2016 Disney Dreamers and Doers"
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Changes to the 2016 Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend Expo

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Beginning Thursday, Walt Disney World is going to see an influx of royalty as its annual Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend commences. The event spans four days and includes runDisney kids races, a 5K, a 10K and a half marathon. The weekend begins with the start of the runDisney Health & Fitness Expo, which takes … Continue reading "Changes to the 2016 Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend Expo"
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SeaWorld Orlando’s Bands, Brew & BBQ event starts today, honors military

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SeaWorld Orlando kicks off its annual Bands, Brew & BBQ event today, and like last year, it is partnering with USO Central Florida to honor members of the military with special activities and discounts. The event, which runs Saturdays and Sundays through March 6 and is included with admission, features a concert each day and … Continue reading "SeaWorld Orlando’s Bands, Brew & BBQ event starts today, honors military"
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Disney launches Magic of Storytelling campaign to benefit First Book charity

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Who better to launch a Magic of Storytelling campaign than some of the best storytellers around? I am, of course, talking about the creative folks at The Walt Disney Company. The Magic of Storytelling campaign is a collaboration between Disney Publishing Worldwide and Disney-ABC Television Group to help First Book put new books into the … Continue reading "Disney launches Magic of Storytelling campaign to benefit First Book charity"
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The Lion Guard Adventure brings new characters to Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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Animal experts from Disney's Animal Kingdom theme park help ensure script accuracy with Disney Junior's new program, "The Lion Guard." And then they work on the tail end of the production - promotion of the finished product - with an activity inside the park. The Lion Guard Adventure debuted Sunday, and we were there to check it out. Even though my daughter is no longer in the target age range of 2 to 7 years for the Disney Junior network, she still is interested in "The Lion Guard" and its presence at Animal Kingdom. After all, the show is a spinoff from the very popular 1994 animated movie, "The Lion King." The franchise has had several related stories since its introduction more than two decades ago. Most recently, it has been continued with a one-hour movie, "The Lion Guard: Return of the Roar," on Nov. 22, 2015, and then the Disney Junior series began on Jan. 15.
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