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.

Introducing A Cutting Edge Custom T-Shirt Design and Printing Store at Walt Disney World

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LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., Jan. 9, 2009 – Hanesbrands Inc. (NYSE:HBI) and The Walt Disney Company (NYSE:DIS) today officially opened Disney Design-a-Tee presented by Hanes, an innovative next-generation store for apparel souvenirs at the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Fla. The first-of-its-kind interactive T-shirt design and printing store enables Disney guests to enhance their … Continue reading "Introducing A Cutting Edge Custom T-Shirt Design and Printing Store at Walt Disney World"
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Pirate-Themed Guest Rooms Debut

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Landlubbers and scallywags alike can live like Captain Jack in a pirate-themed guestroom specially created for Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort. More than 350 guestrooms are getting an “Extreme Makeover: Pirate Edition” with new décor and furnishings fit for a buccaneer. Walt Disney World guests can reserve the special rooms through 407 W-DISNEY, www.disneyworld.com or by … Continue reading "Pirate-Themed Guest Rooms Debut"
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Disneyland’s “it’s a small world” Preview

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There is a special preview for Annual Passholders to see the newly enhanced “it’s a small world” at Disneyland before the official reopening. Dubbed “the happiest cruise that ever sailed the world” at the New York World’s Fair 45 years ago, “it’s a small world” takes you on a joyful boat ride as memorable as … Continue reading "Disneyland’s “it’s a small world” Preview"
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American Idol Experience Previews!

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IT’S SHOWTIME!: Disney’s Hollywood Studios raises the curtain on the newest showbiz-themed attraction, “The American Idol Experience” on Feb. 14, 2009, with all the excitement of the popular “American Idol” TV show. In this first-of-its-kind attraction, Walt Disney World guests can vote on their favorite performance, or audition with the chance to perform on stage. … Continue reading "American Idol Experience Previews!"
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Bastos Dominates Walt Disney World Marathon — Again!

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Brazilian celebrates fifth straight Disney victory and sixth overall; event record 22,000 runners compete in first of Disney’s 12 endurance series races in 2009 LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – (Jan. 11, 2009) – In what is becoming an extraordinary Walt Disney World Marathon tradition, Adriano Bastos of Brazil celebrated another Disney Marathon victory Sunday by … Continue reading "Bastos Dominates Walt Disney World Marathon — Again!"
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Disney Parks Celebrate U.S. Military With Free, Multi-day Admission to Theme Parks in 2009

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LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. / ANAHEIM, Calif. (Jan. 5, 2009) – As Disney Parks ask “What Will You Celebrate?”� and invite guests to turn their personal milestones into magical family vacations in 2009, America’s military personnel will have one more reason to celebrate: Free multi-day admission to Disney’s U.S. theme parks. With the “Disney’s Armed … Continue reading "Disney Parks Celebrate U.S. Military With Free, Multi-day Admission to Theme Parks in 2009"
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‘What Will You Celebrate?’ Launches

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‘What Will You Celebrate?’ Launches: New Immersive Fun, ‘Techno-vations,’ Delectable Eats, Resort Experiences, Free Birthday Visits in Store for Walt Disney World Guests in 2009 LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – In 2009, Disney Parks poses the question “What Will You Celebrate?” in response to a travel trend that finds American families hitting the road to … Continue reading "‘What Will You Celebrate?’ Launches"
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Happy New Year, Happy Birthday!

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Using an oversized park ticket created for the occasion, Seattle, Wash. resident Andrew DaCosta entered the Magic Kingdom in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. on Jan. 1, 2009. DaCosta was honored as the first person in the nation to receive free admission to a Disney theme park on his birthday as part of Disney’s “What Will … Continue reading "Happy New Year, Happy Birthday!"
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Candlelight Processional Memories at Epcot

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Celebrity narrators of the 2008 Candlelight Procession at Epcot share their favorite holiday memories. The Candlelight Processional at Epcot is a Walt Disney World Resort holiday tradition; a telling of the Christmas story featuring celebrity narrators, a mass choir and a 50-piece orchestra. For more information about how Walt Disney World celebrates the holidays, visit … Continue reading "Candlelight Processional Memories at Epcot"
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