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.

Disney Makes Fan Experience a Whole New Ballgame During Braves Spring Training Season

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Special viewing areas, concerts, all-you-can-eat options and expanded Disney character appearances among features aimed at creating more immersive experience for spectators LAKE BUENA VISTA- (Feb. 19, 2009) – Fans attending Atlanta Braves spring training games this year at Disney’s Wide World of Sports Complex have the opportunity to customize their experience with a variety of … Continue reading "Disney Makes Fan Experience a Whole New Ballgame During Braves Spring Training Season"
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The “American Idol Experience” Experience!

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by Jennifer Badcock AllEars® Guest Blogger The American Idol Experience is AWESOME! My husband and I were there the Friday before the Super Bowl. Our plan was to visit three parks that day and we hit the Studios late morning. There was a cast member at the tip board passing out time cards for auditions … Continue reading "The “American Idol Experience” Experience!"
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What’s New, What’s Next at Downtown Disney

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by Debra Martin Koma Senior Editor AllEars® I recently had the chance to chat with Kristi Koester, a manager of WDW Product Marketing, and we talked about what’s going on with the Downtown Disney area. While there was a lot she couldn’t talk about, because it’s still in the planning stages, there were a few … Continue reading "What’s New, What’s Next at Downtown Disney"
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ESPN Updated with Schedule! The Weekend Awaits!

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by Debra Martin Koma Senior Editor AllEars® ESPN The Weekend Schedule! Some of you may know that I visited Walt Disney World during ESPN The Weekend for the first time last year, and that my son came away a winner after participating in the Dream Job Experience (read his blog a see video about the … Continue reading "ESPN Updated with Schedule! The Weekend Awaits!"
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ESPN The Weekend Presented by Dick’s Sporting Goods Returns to Walt Disney World Resort Feb. 27-March 1

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LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. — ESPN and Walt Disney World Resort are again offering fans the opportunity to see and hear ESPN personalities and current and legendary athletes during ESPN The Weekend presented by Dick’s Sporting Goods, a one-of-a-kind sports-themed special event at Disney’s Hollywood Studios theme park in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., Feb. 27-March … Continue reading "ESPN The Weekend Presented by Dick’s Sporting Goods Returns to Walt Disney World Resort Feb. 27-March 1"
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Raytheon to launch “The Sum of All Thrills” at Epcot in 2009

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WALTHAM, Mass., Feb. 9, 2009 – Raytheon Company (NYSE: RTN) plans to unveil an interactive, math-based experience called “The Sum of All Thrills” at INNOVENTIONS at Epcot at the Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. The exhibit, set to open fall 2009, will engage children through a fun and educational experience that … Continue reading "Raytheon to launch “The Sum of All Thrills” at Epcot in 2009"
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“The American Idol Experience” World Premiere: Motorcade and Blue Carpet

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(Feb. 12, 2009) — LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – All seven “American Idol” winners and dozens more finalists gathered Thursday night at the Walt Disney World Resort for the world premiere of a groundbreaking attraction that includes all the thrills and suspense that have made “American Idol” into a television and pop culture phenomenon. “The … Continue reading "“The American Idol Experience” World Premiere: Motorcade and Blue Carpet"
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American Idol Experience Press Event

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by Debra Martin Koma, Senior Editor Finally have a minute to catch up after the last two jam-packed days — just wanted to give you a taste of the American Idol Experience event with the promise that more details and photos will be coming in the next day or so! The festivities started with a … Continue reading "American Idol Experience Press Event"
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