Trane racks up honors Nov 11, 2009
She also placed second in the Walt Disney World Classic at Lake Buena Vista, running the 5K in 18:09 on Oct. 10 and was third in the University of Florida Mountain Dew Invitational 5K on Sept. 19 in 17:42, finishing behind two Gator runners. She won the Florida Tech Invitational at Melbourne's Wickham Park on Sept. 12 in 17:59 and won the Tampa Early Bird title on Sept. 5, at which no times were recorded. (Florida Today)
Holidays at Disney World Resorts an... Nov 10, 2009
Walt Disney World resorts and Downtown Disney celebrate the holidays with dcor and events, making Disney areas beyond the parks attractions in their own right. Disney decks all of its halls, not just its four major theme parks, for guests who visit Walt Disney World (WDW) over the holiday season ... Exploring Walt Disney World s resorts and Downtown Disney can be a smart, less stressful alternative for families visiting over the holidays. (Suite101.com)
Finding hotel deals in Orlando Nov 10, 2009
The Sheraton Safari Hotel & Suites Lake Buena Vista, located near the Downtown Disney and an 1/8 of a mile from Walt Disney World, offers a $69 per night rate when guests book through Tuesday, Nov. 10 ... Walt Disney World (complimentary guest shuttle service), play in the hotel's cool pool with its twisting 79-foot python waterslide. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Tar Heels Take On No. 3 Seminoles For ACC Crown Sunday Nov 8, 2009
The most recent tournament meeting came two years ago in the championship game at the Walt Disney World Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista Park, Fla. UNC won a low-scoring, defensive struggle 1-0 against the Seminoles with then sophomore midfielder scoring the only goal of the game in the first half of play. (Tarheelblue.com)
Hong Kong Disneyland May See Woes Mount With Plan to Build Shanghai Park Nov 5, 2009
The park sits on 311 acres, compared with 25,000 acres for Walt Disney World Resort in Florida. The Shanghai park will occupy about 7 square kilometers (1,730 acres), according to Xinhua. (Bloomberg -- Asia)
Newlywed havens Nov 5, 2009
Popular destinations include Las Vegas, Niagara Falls, Napa Valley, New Orleans and Walt Disney World, which offers a special Disney Honeymoon Registry. Then, of course, there's the "Honeymoon Capital of the World." It's tempting to lump Niagara Falls in with the rest of the continental U.S., but that would be a disservice to this legendary destination. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Shanghai Disney theme park project approved Nov 4, 2009
Disney owns and operates five parks around the world, including Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, California; Walt Disney World Resortin Lake Buena Vista, Florida; Tokyo Disney Resort, Urayasu, Chiba, Japan; Disneyland Paris, Marne-la-Valle, France; and Hong Kong Disneyland Resort, located on Lantau Island. Editor: Deng Shasha. (Xinhuanet, China)
China Approves Shanghai Theme Park Nov 4, 2009
Walt Disney World in Orlando, Fla. Joe Raedle / Getty. (Time.com)
Few changes made in PGA Tour's 2010 schedule Nov 4, 2009
The Fall Series, which had five scheduled events this year and concludes with next week's Children's Miracle Network Classic at Walt Disney World, has yet to be announced. Bob Harig covers golf for ESPN.com. (ESPN -- Golf)
Urso Named To Academic All-District Squad Nov 2, 2009
Urso was also selected to represent North Carolina last summer at the NCAA Student-Athlete Development Conference at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Fla. The conference provides student-athletes an opportunity to meet other student-athletes and experience a multitude of challenging and thought-provoking activities that will enable them to become change agents on their campuses and in their communities. (Tarheelblue.com)
Blazers Take Sixth At C-USA Cross Country Championships Nov 1, 2009
40 set at last year's Walt Disney World Classic. "Colleen ran a smart race and gave a tremendous effort today," UAB head coach said. (Uabsports.com)
Nine Saints Named to MAAC All-Academic Team Nov 1, 2009
- Nine Siena women's soccer players were named to the MAAC All-Academic Team Saturday evening at the league's awards banquet at Walt Disney World. Seniors and , juniors , , and , and sophomores , and earned this prestigious honor. (Sienasaints.com)
Fun ways to create lasting family traditions Nov 1, 2009
Until Oct. 12, you can enter a family recipe that has been handed down for at least two generations for a chance to win a five-day, four-night family trip for eight to the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando. The contest is open to legal residents of the 50 states and Washington D.C., 18 years of age and older and is void where prohibited. (South County Chronicle, VA)
2 sides debate offshore drilling Oct 29, 2009
It's no different from the 1970s, when mystery developers began buying up vast swaths of Central Florida for what would ultimately become Walt Disney World, Rancourt said. Opponents also raised the specter of vast refineries and storage facilities that would gobble up Florida's coast if offshore drilling were allowed. (Florida Today)
Disney Dallas Oct 28, 2009
Disneyland was Walt Disney s original dream that inspired the creation of the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida. The Orlando location has grown to be the most popular and is home to four main parks, with several subsidiaries for resort guests. (Suite101.com)
What great Heisman race? Oct 26, 2009
Oklahoma quarterback Sam Bradford, left, and Florida quarterback Tim Tebow are photographed at the Home Depot Awards for college football at Walt Disney World in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2008. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Volunteers gather to watch 'Extreme Makeover' Oct 26, 2009
The family was enjoying a vacation at Walt Disney World which the program funded when they received notice that their mortgage on their first home was paid in full. The Doubletree audience cheered upon seeing the family's happiness at the news. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Disney World Discounts for Select G... Oct 24, 2009
It s easy to be overwhelmed planning a Walt Disney World Resort vacation, especially on a budget ... The Disney Vacation Club (DVC) is Disney s timeshare program, with properties at Walt Disney World Resort, Disneyland Resort, Vero Beach and Hilton Head Island ... Walt Disney World's Swan and Dolphin Resorts Welcome Teachers, Nurses, and Government Employees. (Suite101.com)
A Wonderful 'World' to Celebrate the Joys of the Season...Orlando World Center Marriott Resort Presents Amazing Holiday Advance Purchase Rates from only $139 Oct 23, 2009
5 miles from Walt Disney World and just minutes from SeaWorld Orlando, Discovery Cove, Aquatica(TM), and Universal Studios Orlando. For more information or reservations, please call 888-99-WORLD and ask for rate code ADP, or visit. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
New Mexico Bowl, MWC Extend Partnership Oct 23, 2009
MWC will provide team for bowl through 2013. That convergence of support has allowed us to be in the position to continue this event at a high level in this economic climate. (Themwc.com)
Disney Circulates Native American $... Oct 23, 2009
Walt Disney World participates in a circulation pilot of the 2009 U.S. Native American $1 coins to encourage consumers' use of dollar coins instead of paper bills. Continuing now through December 13, 2009, the Walt Disney World Resort is participating with the U.S. mint in a circulation pilot of 2009 U.S. Native American $1 coins ... The design, by Norman E. Nemeth, is called "Three Sisters Agriculture, referring to the method of planting these crops together for higher yield. The design... (Suite101.com)
Google CEO: Vast Web Changes Coming Within 5 Years Oct 22, 2009
Schmidt spoke at the Gartner Symposium/Itxpo at the Walt Disney World Dolphin and Swan Hotel. The four-day conference ends Thursday. (ABC News -- Wire)
Walt Disney World Offers New Florid... Oct 21, 2009
Walt Disney World Offers New Florida Annual Pass. Walt Disney World Offers New Florida Annual Pass ... Walt Disney World introduces the Florida Resident Weekday Select Pass, a discount annual pass that admits its holder to all four major theme parks. (Suite101.com)
Save on spooky Halloween vacations Oct 20, 2009
We've rounded up spooky specials around the country, including a haunted hotel stay in Charleston, a witch-hunting weekend in Salem, a family-friendly Walt Disney World getaway, and a visit to Al Capone's former chambers at Philly's Eastern State Penitentiary (pictured) ... Walt Disney World has been making dreams come true since opening in 1971, and this Halloween season is no different ... Your wish for lower rates at The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort has gotten Mickey Mouses... (MSNBC -- Travel)
Steven Harreld, Nicole Secula married in July (1) Oct 19, 2009
The two spent their honeymoon at Walt Disney World. They have made their home in Seattle, Wash. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
ADDING MULTIMEDIA ESPN Innovation Lab Opens Today at ESPN Wide World of Sports Oct 17, 2009
--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The ESPN Innovation Lab officially opened today at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at Walt Disney World Resort ... The project is expected to be completed early next year and will provide a one-of-a-kind experience that athletes, coaches and fans cant get anywhere else except Walt Disney World Resort ... Among those events are the Atlanta Braves spring training season, Chelsea Football Club events, the Pop Warner Super Bowl, AAU National Championships, Varsity All-Star... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Former alderman pleads guilty to mail fraud Oct 17, 2009
He was accused of stealing about $229,000 from the company by filing fraudulent expense invoices to cover personal trips to Walt Disney World and college football games paid for with his company American Express Card. Information from: Belleville News-Democrat, http://www. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Tough Economy Creates Summer Travel Deals Oct 16, 2009
You can stay at Walt Disney World and your family eats all meals free (). There are flights as low $29 (). (ABC 7 News, DC)
Baseball's World Series Oct 16, 2009
Walt Disney World Adds New Half Marathon to Endurance Series in. twitter. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Out of the Box Problem Solving Oct 15, 2009
To finish this cleanup job, you'd have to clear an area the size of Walt Disney World Resort every week for about five years. One major obstacle was that the oil and water tended to freeze together, making the oil harder to skim off. (FastCompany)
The ACC Hot List Oct 15, 2009
Charles Michel led the Hurricanes to a 10th-place finish at the 25-team Walt Disney World Cross Country Classic. For the fourth time this season Michel led all Miami runners and he became the first Miami men's cross country runner to win ACC Performer of the Week honors. (Theacc.com)
See Mickey, save money Oct 15, 2009
Whereas Disneyland, in southern California, is often visited casually by people who live within driving distance, Walt Disney World in Orlando 47 square miles containing four theme parks, two waterslide parks and nearly two dozen company-owned hotels is a destination unto itself. Trips can require planning akin to military invasions. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Disney coaster lets kids design the ride Oct 15, 2009
custom-design their own ride on the new Sum of All Thrills at Innoventions at Epcot at the Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2009. (Florida Today)
'Miracle' girl's story appears on cereal boxes Oct 14, 2009
for CMN s event at Walt Disney World. She then traveled to Washington to visit Capitol Hill, meet with President and share her story as a representative of the 17 million children treated at CMN hospitals across the nation each year. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Flight innovations youll love Oct 14, 2009
In the U.S., the best advance luggage-check option is at Walt Disney World: Guests staying at Disney lodging can check bags at their hotel before hopping on the free Magical Express ride to the Orlando airport. Ditch the paper boarding pass (once and for all)Boarding passes printed on flimsy paper seem almost as outdated as paper airline tickets. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Kalahari taps Disney World show director Oct 14, 2009
For the past 13 years, Brandt was a show director and writer at Walt Disney World Co. where he was responsible for the conception and execution of hundreds of events, including the largest property-wide event at Disney, The Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend. Cary s creative skills and storied entertainment background will help us continue to wow our guests by taking entertainment at Kalahari Resorts beyond their expectations, said Todd Nelson, Kalahari Resorts president and owner. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
Hurricanes Charles Michel Named ACC Performer of the Week Oct 13, 2009
CORAL GABLES - The University of Miami's has been named the Atlantic Coast Conference Men's Cross Country Performer of the Week for his performance at the Walt Disney World Cross Country Classic in Orlando over the weekend. Michel, a junior from Woodinville, Wash. (Hurricanesports.com)
Young Giuliani: the hole story Oct 13, 2009
" Still under contract to the show, Giuliani isn't saying how he does in the series -- which was taped last summer. The winner of the 10-week series will receive an exemption to compete in the 2010 Children's Miracle Network Classic, a PGA event at the same Walt Disney World Resort golf course in Orlando, Fla., where the show was taped. "My goal is to be on the PGA Tour and be winning on the PGA Tour," he says. "Whether I finish dead last or first on the show, it doesn't change my work ethic,"... (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Raytheon Announces MathMovesU(R) Sweepstakes Grand Prizewinner Oct 13, 2009
will attend the official opening of Sum of all Thrills(TM), an interactive, math-based experience located at INNOVENTIONS at Epcot at the Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla ... INNOVENTIONS is located in the heart of Epcot at the Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Disney Executive George Kalogridis Named President of the Disneyland Resort Oct 13, 2009
In addition to his leadership roles in both Paris and Anaheim, Kalogridis served as vice president of Travel Operations at Walt Disney World in Orlando. Kalogridis also served as vice president of Walt Disney World's EPCOT park, where, in addition to overseeing park operations, he led the Millennium Celebration for The Walt Disney Company ... Kalogridis started his career with the company in 1971 as a busboy at the opening of the Contemporary Resort at Walt Disney World. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Theme parks roll out the boo! for kids Oct 13, 2009
Magic Kingdom: Walt Disney World, Fla. When: September 4 to November 1. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Disney ready to work its magic at Ko Olina Oct 12, 2009
Rivers noted that Walt Disney World has been able to present other cultures with the help of people from the regions. For example, at Animal Kingdom Lodge, he said, students from throughout Africa spend time telling the story about their place. (Honolulu Advertiser)
What's/Who's new Oct 11, 2009
Previously she worked at the Orange Lake Golf and Country Club and Walt Disney World, both in the Orlando area. The Daytona Beach News-Journal publishes notices of new hires and promotions of managers and professionals in Volusia and Flagler counties. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Business)
Miami Squads Place In Top 10 at Disney Cross Country Classic Oct 11, 2009
ORLANDO - The University of Miami men's and women's cross country teams each competed in the Walt Disney World Cross Country Classic at Disney's Wide World of Sports Complex in Orlando, Fla. on Saturday morning. (Hurricanesports.com)
Ingen Signs 5-Month IR/PR Deal With the Money Channel Oct 9, 2009
"Steve Crowley's American Scene" was launched from the Disney/MGM Radio Studios at the Walt Disney World Resort in June 1990. American Scene attracts a larger and larger radio audience every month from coast to coast. (Primezone Releases)
Travel briefs Oct 9, 2009
Walt Disney World s Magic Kingdom, Lake Buena Vista, Fla. Mickey s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. (Carroll County Times, MD)
Blackstone to buy InBev parks Oct 8, 2009
The owner of the Walt Disney World and Disneyland parks is offering extra days on vacation packages and free visits on birthdays. the owner of 20 theme parks, including one in Agawam, sought bankruptcy protection in June, 3 1/2 years after Washington Redskins owner Daniel Snyder became chairman and hired new managers in an attempt to return it to profitability. (Boston Globe)
Disney employees working for United Way Oct 8, 2009
Two guest service managers at Walt Disney World are spending three months away from their regular jobs to help raise funds for Heart of Florida United Way (HFUW) ... As HFUW s largest corporate contributor, Walt Disney World cast members donate approximately 3 million annually to the organization ... The executives loaned to us by Walt Disney World Resort arrive already equipped with excellent skills, said Leigh Smith, HFUW vice president of resource development. (Winter Garden West Orange Times, FL)
It's a bidder's travel market Oct 7, 2009
Sample winner*: Two nights at Blue Tree Resort, near Walt Disney World in Orlando (bluetreeorlando. com). (CNN)
Disney Wins Dismissal of Suit Over Segways as Judge Throws Out Settlement Oct 7, 2009
The case is Ault v. Walt Disney World Co., 07-01785, U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida (Orlando). To contact the reporters on this story: in Wilmington, Delaware, at ; in federal court in Orlando at. (Bloomberg -- US)
Fun ways to create lasting family traditions Oct 6, 2009
Until Oct. 12, you can enter a family recipe that has been handed down for at least two generations for a chance to win a five-day, four-night family trip for eight to the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando. The contest is open to legal residents of the 50 states and Washington D.C., 18 years of age and older and is void where prohibited. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Do gooder? Disneyland has a free ticket for you Oct 5, 2009
Each volunteer earns a free one-day ticket to a Walt Disney World or Disneyland theme park. Visit the Web site for more information. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Disney backs high-speed train in central Florida Oct 4, 2009
(AP) -- Walt Disney World is putting its weight behind central Florida's bid for $2. 5 billion in federal money to construct a high-speed train that links Orlando and Tampa. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Travel With Tompkins Oct 4, 2009
A Walt Disney World vacation doesn t have to cost a fortune. One of my favorite resorts, Disney s Pop Century, is in the Value (or budget) category. (Alva Review Courier, OK)
California competing for high-speed rail funding Oct 3, 2009
Florida, with the support of Walt Disney World, is seeking $2. 5 billion, the 00000C7D Orlando Sentinel reported. (Fresno Bee)
Around Collin County: Family Fall Festival, Wish 100 Saturday Oct 3, 2009
One grand prize winner will win a five day, four night family trip for eight to Walt Disney World Resort by submitting their favorite family recipes. To enter, consumers are asked to share an original family recipe that incorporates at least cup of Smuckers jams, jellies, preserves, or fruit butter and the story behind how their recipe makes family celebrations special. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Hurricanes Set Personal-Bests at Great American Oct 3, 2009
Miami will return to action Saturday, Oct. 10 when they travel to Orlando to participate in the Walt Disney World Invitational. . (Hurricanesports.com)
Real Buzz welcomes Buzz Lightyear back Oct 3, 2009
The 12-inch action figure that returned last month from a real 15-month space station mission was showered with blue and gold confetti in a parade through Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom on a warm fall afternoon. Cheering schoolchildren and tourists lined the street, holding signs that read "Buzz is the Best" and "Buzz is Back.". (MSNBC -- Technology)
BHS fundraiser Oct 3, 2009
The proceeds of this fundraiser will be used for one of the many programs the Music Boosters provides to music students at the high school, including a proposed trip to Walt Disney World in the spring. Tickets for the BHS Music Boosters Lion King fundraiser can be purchased by visiting the Broadway Across America Web site at. (Burlington Union, MA)
To Infinity and Back! Buzz Lightyear Returns From Space Oct 3, 2009
Disney Parks Celebrates Buzz's Historic Space Journey With Welcome Home Ticker-Tape Parade at Walt Disney World Resort ... Source: Walt Disney World Resort ... The student with the most creative mission patch and 100-word essay will win a trip to Walt Disney World Resort and a VIP tour of NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
How Runners Choose a Destination Ra... Oct 2, 2009
Runners from cooler climates participating in a winter race in a warm locale such as the Walt Disney World Marathon in Orlando, FL, which is scheduled every January ... The Walt Disney World Marathon and Disneyland Half Marathon are the most well-known races at family vacation destinations. (Suite101.com)
Berlin students going to Disney World Oct 2, 2009
Chorus director Katie Menhorn said she traveled to Disney World with a community choir a few years ago and saw a processional performance (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Food contests for cooks, food lovers Oct 1, 2009
Grand prize winner wins a five-day, four-night trip for eight to Walt Disney World Resort. A winner will be selected by online vote from among five finalists. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
* World News Quick Take Oct 1, 2009
The Give a Day, Get a Disney Day program will provide certified volunteers with a one-day ticket to any park at Disneyland in Anaheim, California, or Walt Disney World near Orlando, Florida, next year. Would-be volunteers must register online with Disney and must be residents of the US, Canada or Puerto Rico to be eligible for the free admission. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Volunteer and get a free Disney ticket in 2010 Oct 1, 2009
or Walt Disney World in Orlando next year. HandsOn Network has 70,000 affiliated agencies, from Habitat for Humanity to local food banks, churches, health care centers, and educational programs. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
