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BURBANK, Calif., Dec. 23, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- A New Year will mean new memories for the Chilean miners whose saga transfixed the world, as they are treated to a hero's welcome and family vacations of a lifetime at Walt Disney World Resort next month. During their complimentary six-night Disney vacation, Jan. 27-Feb. 2, 2011, the miners, their rescuers and immediate families will meet Disney characters, visit all four Walt Disney World theme parks and serve as honorary Grand Marshals of...
GLENDALE, Calif., Nov. 18, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- In its first foray into location services, Disney Parks has teamed up with Gowalla - the social network that inspires people to keep up with friends and share the places they go - to provide park-goers a new way to explore the magic of Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resorts. Starting today, visitors to these parks can engage with family and friends around the world through the custom Disney Gowalla pages and Passport Stamps, and track their...
ANAHEIM, Calif., Nov. 3, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Turner Construction Company, Southern California is pleased to announce that its highly esteemed and award-winning Turner School of Construction Management wrapped up its fall session last month at a commencement ceremony and luncheon held at the Doubletree Hotel, Anaheim/Orange County. This FREE school is designed to train minority and women-owned businesses in all Construction Management practices such as: Estimating, Purchasing, Logistics,...
CELEBRATION, Fla., Oct. 18 /PRNewswire/ -- The Disney Fantasy will sail her maiden voyage on April 7, 2012, bringing even more innovation, unique guest experiences and personalized service for which Disney Cruise Line is renowned. A sister ship to the Disney Dream, the Disney Fantasy will feature an AquaDuck water coaster, magical children's areas, world-class entertainment, delightful dining, retreats for adults and immersive experiences for guests of all ages with beloved Disney stories...
NEW YORK, Sept. 29 /PRNewswire/ -- Travelzoo (Nasdaq: TZOO), a global Internet media company, announced the finalists for the 2010 Travelzoo® Awards today. Also known as "The Tzoos," the Travelzoo Awards celebrate the companies behind the best travel and entertainment deals of the year. The 17 categories honor companies in the airline, hotel, vacation, cruise, destination, ground transportation and entertainment industries. Travelzoo's team of more than 100 deal experts evaluated over...
NEW YORK, Sept. 23 /PRNewswire/ -- In 2011, Disney guests will become the stars of a nightly spectacular when photos taken in the park during the day become larger-than-life projections on Cinderella Castle at Walt Disney World Resort or "it's a small world" at Disneyland Resort. This groundbreaking new experience will celebrate the family vacation memories created in Disney theme parks every day. And this week, Disney guests will begin starring on television, too, as part of the new "Let...
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., Sept. 13 /PRNewswire/ -- Your passion for making magical Disney vacation memories reaches "to infinity and beyond." Providing Disney trip suggestions comes with ease. Friends and family know you as the Disney "go-to" for any and all related information. If this sounds like you, then Disney Parks encourages you to apply for a seat on the Walt Disney World Moms Panel. Announced today, the search for approximately 10 Walt Disney World Moms gurus begins online...
POMONA, Calif., Aug. 16 /PRNewswire/ -- Harrison "Buzz" Price, the research economist who recommended Anaheim to Walt Disney as the location for Disneyland, then later recommended Orlando to Roy O. Disney as the location for Disney World, passed away Sunday, August 15, at the age of 89. (Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20100816/NE50935 )(Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20100816/NE50935 )"Despite his failing health, he continued to demonstrate his trademark...
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., July 29 /PRNewswire/ -- With its glittery galaxy of 23 illuminated floats, 80 performers, and trademark synthesizer music sweetened with Disney theme songs, Disney's "Main Street Electrical Parade" has been leaving Magic Kingdom guests aglow all summer. Now, the cherished entertainment spectacular is being extended by popular demand, Walt Disney World announced today. "The return of Disney's 'Main Street Electrical Parade' to the Magic Kingdom has been an...
ANAHEIM, Calif., July 7 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- From Downtown Disney to the Disneyland Hotel, from the Matterhorn to Midway Mania, Disney fans will embark on an all-day search that will take them throughout the Disneyland Resort on September 26 in the very first GREAT DISNEY SCAVENGER HUNT from D23, the official Disney fan club. It's the ultimate Disney test, with teams of up to four people racing against the clock to gather as many points as possible. The top 10 teams will win Disney...
