March 28, 2007

Radisson Resort Discounts for INTERCOTees

The Radisson Resort Orlando - Celebration is offering visitors of INTERCOT exclusive discounted room rates for travel dates of April 9 through June 30, 2007. Room rates are being offered as low as $99 per night from April 9th – April 28 and  $79 from April 29th – June 30th. The Radisson Resort Orlando is a Disney Good Neighbor Hotel and is located only 1.5 miles from Walt Disney World. Visit the links below for details on pricing and to make reservations. Call today and save!

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March 27, 2007

New Spaceship Earth Post-Show

Carnegie Mellon's Entertainment Technology Center has teamed up with Walt Disney Parks and electronics company Siemens this semester to create a collection of arcade games called Project Spaceship Earth for Disney's Epcot Center. The Entertainment Technology Center's website stated, "The games offer a fun and exciting look at how Siemens technologies make our lives better." In particular, this attraction will take the form of several exhibits that relate to health care, transportation, and energy. It will occupy 9000 square feet.

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March 22, 2007

Walt Disney World Inline Marathon Weekend

As part of the 5th annual Walt Disney World Inline Marathon, skaters from all over the country will have the opportunity to experience Disney World on wheels. The Full Marathon and Half Marathon will take place on Sunday, April 1, 2007. The course features a journey through Disney-MGM Studios and Epcot. Disney’s Inline Marathon includes an entire weekend of race activities, including both the Inline Marathon Expo from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Milk House at Disney’s Wide World of Sports Complex and the All-Star Kids Classic races on Saturday, March 31. Registration is currently open. Race day registration is not available.

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March 21, 2007

Meet the Robinsons at Disney-MGM Studios

Lewis, Wilbur Robinson and Bowler Hat Guy (pictured right) from the new Walt Disney Pictures film "Meet the Robinsons," pose in the Animation Courtyard at the Disney-MGM Studios. The trio will be on-hand at the Studios to meet and greet guests starting March 23, 2007, one week prior to the film's nationwide release. "Meet the Robinsons" opens in select theaters nationwide March 30, 2007.

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March 14, 2007

Pirate & Princess Party Returns in August

Due to the popularity of the Pirate & Princess Party held this Winter, the event is returning late Summer. Guests will embark on a quest for beads and chocolate treasures, be witness to a Pirate and Princess parade, character greetings, fireworks spectacular and some of the most popular attractions. Experience Pirate Coves and Princess Courts filled with treasures and special themed entertainment. The party will be held on August 11, 15, 18, 21, 24, 28, 31 and September 3. Tickets go on sale June 1, 2007. Call (407) W-DISNEY.

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March 13, 2007

2007 Star Wars Weekend Guest List Released

Disney has released the celebrity line up for the 2007 Star Wars Weekends. Celebrity guests appearing during the event are Warwick Davis, Kenny Baker, Jeremy Bulloch, Peter Mayhew and more. Star Wars Weekends blast into orbit June1 and will be held four consecutive weekends (Friday, Saturday and Sunday) through June 24, 2007. The festivities are included in regular theme park admission.

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March 12, 2007

2007 Disney's Night of Joy Details Announced

Marking the 25th anniversary of Disney's Night of Joy, on September 7 & 8, a total of 18+ acts will present concerts on stages throughout the Magic Kingdom. Christian music lovers from all over the globe will be gathering for a celebration with top-name music artists, theme park attractions and Disney characters. The long-running series has played to a combined audience of over three-quarters of a million people. Top Artists include; Third Day, Chris Tomlin, newsboys, Steven Curtis Chapman (pictured above), Salvador and many more. Night of Joy advance tickets are on sale now.

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March 7, 2007

New Preview Dates Announced for Monsters Inc. Laugh Floor Comedy Club

After a delay and rescheduling, Disney has  announced Annual Passholder preview dates for Monsters Inc. Laugh Floor Comedy Club, at Magic Kingdom's Tomorrowland. The previews will take place during regular park hours March 30 through April 1. Passholders, and up to three guests, are invited to join "Monster of Ceremonies" Mike Wazowski and his wacky friends at the hysterically funny new attraction inspired by Disney•Pixar's "Monsters, Inc." Annual Passholders must present their valid Pass, a photo ID and accompany their guests. Monsters Inc. Laugh Floor Comedy Club officially opens on April 2, 2007.

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March 2, 2007

Pleasure Island Presents Sham Rock 'n' Roll

Sham Rock 'n' Roll at Pleasure Island celebrates St. Patrick's Day March 15-17
from 7 p.m.-2 a.m. The Island will "turn green" with live music, videos by Irish artists, leprechauns, stilt walkers and more. Meanwhile, for everyone interested in celebrating St. Patrick's Day "the Irish way," the Irish owners of Raglan Road Irish Restaurant & Pub at Downtown Disney have lined up a non-stop program of Irish music, song and dance across Friday, Saturday and Sunday, March 16-18, to match anything found in their native Dublin, Ireland. 

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March 1, 2007

Walt Disney World Resort President Announces  Expansion Plan

Walt Disney World Resort President Meg Crofton has announced two new projects as part of an expansion plan for the resort in Central Florida. A new 900-acre luxury resort anchored by the prestigious Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, and a 450-acre retail, dining and lodging district on the western edge of the resort.  "Families around the globe know they can trust Disney to deliver magical experiences and Four Seasons to offer exceptional service and amenities. Combined, this is a huge win for devotees of both brands and for Central Florida," Meg Crofton said. The project is currently in the design stage. Site work and branding is anticipated to begin later this year. The project will be built in phases over the next eight to 10 years.

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Park Calendar Released for September 2007

The Walt Disney World Resort has released it's Extra Magic Hours, Operating and Event schedules for September 2007. For guests visiting during this time, you will want to visit the Park Hours and Events pages to aid in planning your trip. Remember, all times and schedules are subject to change, so check back often.