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Disney’s Team of Heroes philanthropic initiative and outreach program launched in March 2018 with Disney Chairman and CEO Bob Iger’s announcement of a five-year plan to dedicate more than $100 million in company resources to reinvent the patient and family experience in children’s hospitals across the globe. The Walt Disney Company’s support for children’s hospitals … Continue reading "Disney Hospital Care Packages Bring Disney Magic to 445 Children’s Hospitals Across the U.S."
Burger of the Month Series at The Edison
Posted onThe Edison at Disney Springs launched a Burger of the Month Series several months ago. This month's offering, "The Red White & Blue Burger," is layers of short rib and brisket garnished with housemade BBQ pulled pork, fried onions, and coleslaw.
23rd Epcot International Food & Wine Festival Celebrates Global Flavors at Walt Disney World
Posted onSummer-into-fall 75-day event serves up culinary extravaganza, Aug. 30-Nov. 12, 2018 LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. — The aromas and flavors of more than 30 global food and beverage marketplaces, plus a full menu of new offerings such as “Sunday Brunch with the Chef” series, will welcome guests to Epcot during the 23rd Epcot International Food … Continue reading "23rd Epcot International Food & Wine Festival Celebrates Global Flavors at Walt Disney World"
Fall into Magic this Year at Walt Disney World Resort
Posted onParties, races, culinary delights and more await guests during the upcoming fall season LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. — Tastes, toys, treats and more are all on the menu this fall at Walt Disney World Resort. From culinary creations to sporting events to special parties, there are many different ways to fall into magic during the … Continue reading "Fall into Magic this Year at Walt Disney World Resort"
Lightning McQueen to Star in Cars Experience at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, More on New Attractions, Restaurants
Posted onNew artwork was released last week for Mickey and Minnie's Runaway Railway, opening in 2019 in Disney's Hollywood Studios' Chinese Theatre. The first ride-through attraction themed to Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse will feature a new original story and lovable theme song as it takes Disney's Hollywood Studios guests on a journey inside the wacky and unpredictable world of Disney Channel's Emmy Award-winning Mickey Mouse cartoon shorts. New technologies will transform the two-dimensional cartoon world into an astounding multi-dimensional experience.
Play Disney Parks App Debuts June 30th!
Posted onThe all-new Play Disney Parks mobile app will make its official debut at Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort on June 30. The app will be free to download, and guests can pre-order today on the App Store and Google Play to be among the first to have the app automatically downloaded on their device.
PhotoPass Back at Water Parks for Summer; Adds Special Shots for Independence Day
Posted onNow through September 3, Disney PhotoPass photographers will be available at Walt Disney World's Typhoon Lagoon and Blizzard Beach water parks, both in the water and out. They will also be stationed at the water park Character Experience locations, some of which have special props. Disney PhotoPass has also added special photo opportunities celebrating Independence Day around the theme parks.
-- At the Magic Kingdom's The Muppets Present Great Moments in American History a Disney PhotoPass photographer will be located near Sleepy Hollow in Liberty Square at certain times on July 3 and 4, and will feature a Magic Shot featuring the stars of the show. There will also be a PhotoPass photographer near the replica of the Liberty Bell on July 4th. Cinderella's Coach will be in Fantasyland all day on July 3 and 4, and a Disney PhotoPass photographer will be there, while in the evenings, Ariel's Grotto will have its own PhotoPass photographer with a special photo op.
-- The Disney PhotoPass Studio in the Disney Springs Marketplace is featuring special red, white and blue virtual backdrops now through July 7.
-- At all four theme parks on the Fourth of July, select photographers will have a festive Stars and Stripes prop that you can include in your photos.
Brews and BBQ at Disney Springs Runs June 29 – Sept. 3
Posted onStarting June 29, you'll be able to find BBQ-inspired dishes at nearly every restaurant at Disney Springs. For guests ages 21 and older, each of these dishes can be paired with a crisp, craft-brewed beer. "Disney Springs Brews and BBQ" offerings will be at 23 different Disney Springs locations through Sept. 3.
Terralina Crafted Italian Opens June 28 at Disney Springs with James Beard Award-Winning Chef Tony Mantuano
Posted onOn June 28, James Beard Award-winning Chef Tony Mantuano will debut his newest dining concept, Terralina Crafted Italian. Set along the shores of Lake Buena Vista, Terralina Crafted Italian was inspired by the design and lifestyle of Northern Italy's famous lakes like Lake Como, set far away from city life and surrounded by picturesque villages.
A Big New Way to Play Comes to Disney’s Hollywood Studios this Summer: Toy Story Land!
Posted onOn June 30, the new Toy Story Land at Walt Disney World Resort, inspired by Pixar Animation Studios' Toy Story films, opened at Disney's Hollywood Studios, and turned guests of all ages into "honorary toys", allowing them to PLAY BIG in the whimsical world of a child's imagination.
