Debra Martin Koma



Debra Martin Koma wrote about food, travel and lifestyle issues for a number of local and national publications before she fell in love with Walt Disney World on her first visit — when she was 34! She's returned to her Laughing Place more times than she can count in the ensuing years, and enthusiastically shares her passion with readers of AllEars.Net and AllEars®. Deb also co-authored (along with Deb Wills) PassPorter's Open Mouse for Walt Disney World and the Disney Cruise Line, a travel guide designed for all travelers to Walt Disney World who may require special attention, from special diets to mobility issues.

Indianapolis 500 champion Dan Wheldon at the Magic Kingdom

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(June 22, 2011): Reigning Indianapolis 500 champion Dan Wheldon (left), his wife Susie (right) and two-year-old son Sebastian (center), serve as the grand marshals June 22, 2011 in the daily parade at the Magic Kingdom in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. Wheldon, a two-time Indianapolis 500 winner from St. Petersburg, Fla., also celebrated his 33rd birthday … Continue reading "Indianapolis 500 champion Dan Wheldon at the Magic Kingdom"
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Real-life Rafiki – a Baby Mandrill – Born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., June 15, 2011 — After six and a half months of waiting, Disney’s Animal Kingdom is welcoming a “colorful” addition to its animal family. A male baby mandrill was born May 30 to first-time mother, Kelley, and is the third one born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Mom and baby are doing … Continue reading "Real-life Rafiki – a Baby Mandrill – Born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom"
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Victoria & Albert’s Once Again Receives Highly Coveted AAA Five-Diamond Award

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LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., June 21, 2011 – For the 12th consecutive year, Victoria & Albert’s at Disney’ Grand Floridian Resort & Spa has been awarded the coveted AAA Five-Diamond Award. Victoria & Albert’s is the only restaurant in Orlando and one of only three in Florida to be honored with the highest accolade a … Continue reading "Victoria & Albert’s Once Again Receives Highly Coveted AAA Five-Diamond Award"
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2011 DISNEY LEGENDS AWARD HONOREES TO BE CELEBRATED DURING D23 EXPO IN ANAHEIM

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Regis Philbin, Jim Henson, Disney Princesses Jodi Benson, Paige O’Hara, Lea Salonga, Anika Noni Rose, and Other Talented Contributors to Disney History Take the Spotlight at a Special Ceremony on Friday, August 19 BURBANK, Calif. – June 16, 2011 -Television icon Regis Philbin, Muppets creator Jim Henson, the extraordinary actresses who vocally brought to life … Continue reading "2011 DISNEY LEGENDS AWARD HONOREES TO BE CELEBRATED DURING D23 EXPO IN ANAHEIM"
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International Soccer Star Kaká and NFL Players Converge at Disney Before Intl Cup Youth Soccer Event

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International soccer sensation Kaká played football and soccer Wednesday with several NFL players and Mickey Mouse at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at Walt Disney World near Orlando, FL. Kaká, the Brazilian star of the Real Madrid team, played around with NFL players such as Bryant McFadden (Steelers, center in the photo above), Travis … Continue reading "International Soccer Star Kaká and NFL Players Converge at Disney Before Intl Cup Youth Soccer Event"
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Early Buyers at Golden Oak Get VIP Benefits at Walt Disney World Resort

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New Residential Resort Community at Walt Disney World Resort Announces Disney Amenities for Homebuyers; Breaks Ground on Clubhouse LAKE BUENA VISTA, FL – Early homebuyers in Disney’s unique residential resort community, Golden Oak at Walt Disney World Resort, will receive Disney VIP park passes to Walt Disney World with no block-out dates, free parking, personalized … Continue reading "Early Buyers at Golden Oak Get VIP Benefits at Walt Disney World Resort"
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Disney Announces Worldwide Celebration to Honor 10th Member of the Disney Princess Royal Court, Rapunzel

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‘Rapunzel’s royal celebration’ To Take Place At Kensington Palace In London, UK Girls From Across The Globe & Every Disney Princess Character To Join The Festivities LONDON–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Disney will officially welcome Rapunzel as the 10th Disney Princess character at a high profile, star-studded celebration, to take place in front of a global audience on October … Continue reading "Disney Announces Worldwide Celebration to Honor 10th Member of the Disney Princess Royal Court, Rapunzel"
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Tables in Wonderland IllumiNations Dessert Party

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by John Bowers Guest Blogger Tables in Wonderland hosted an “Illuminations Dessert Party” on Saturday, May 28, 2011 at Epcot. The cost was $50, which did not include park admission. However, if you arrived at Epcot at 7 p.m. or later, a Convention Guide was near Guest Relations to allow you into the park without … Continue reading "Tables in Wonderland IllumiNations Dessert Party"
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DIRECTOR JOE JOHNSTON JOINS BILL CAMPBELL, KEVIN SMITH AND MANY MORE FOR D23’S 20TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION OF THE ROCKETEER

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DIRECTOR JOE JOHNSTON JOINS BILL CAMPBELL, KEVIN SMITH AND MANY MORE FOR D23’S 20TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION OF THE ROCKETEER AT THE HISTORIC EL CAPITAN THEATRE IN HOLLYWOOD, JUNE 21, 2011 Tickets On Sale Now at www.elcapitantickets.com or at (818) 845-3110 Event to Also Feature First-Ever Digital Projection of Newly Restored Feature Film, Rocketeer 20th Anniversary … Continue reading "DIRECTOR JOE JOHNSTON JOINS BILL CAMPBELL, KEVIN SMITH AND MANY MORE FOR D23’S 20TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION OF THE ROCKETEER"
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Sanaa Surprises at Kidani Village

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by John Bowers AllEars Guest Blogger The Kidani Village is sort of ‘off the beaten path’ at Disney World. It doesn’t have a real big, real grand lobby like many of the other resort hotels do, which is probably why it draws fewer people just wanting to sight-see, eat, and shop. But it certainly has … Continue reading "Sanaa Surprises at Kidani Village"
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