Tag: Holidays

Gingerbread House at Grand Floridian

Posted on by Debra Martin Koma
Each year, the lobby of Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa hosts a magnificently festive creation — a 16-foot-tall gingerbread house baked with 1,050 pounds of honey that takes more than 160 hours to decorate. I had the chance to see the house the other day as it was near completion. Here are some photos … Continue reading "Gingerbread House at Grand Floridian"
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Walt Disney World Resort Launches Annual Toys for Tots Drive with ‘Cuddliest Christmas Tree’ Featuring 1,200 Stuffed ‘Duffy’ Bears

Posted on by Debra Martin Koma
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Nov. 15, 2010) – Walt Disney World Resort launched its annual Toys for Tots collection drive today with a little help from Duffy the Disney Bear and his pals Mickey and Minnie, creating the “Cuddliest Christmas Tree,” a 20-foot-high, 10-foot-wide Christmas tree made of 1,200 stuffed Duffy bears. Topping the “Cuddliest … Continue reading "Walt Disney World Resort Launches Annual Toys for Tots Drive with ‘Cuddliest Christmas Tree’ Featuring 1,200 Stuffed ‘Duffy’ Bears"
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Holiday Decorations around Epcot

Posted on by Debra Martin Koma
I made a short trip to the World this past weekend (Nov. 12-14), mostly for the end of the Food & Wine Festival. I couldn’t help but notice, however, that Christmas decorations are popping up all over. Here are some of the more prominent holiday displays I noticed as I wandered around the park. Starting … Continue reading "Holiday Decorations around Epcot"
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Enjoy a D-Lightful Yuletide Season With Disney Institute Holiday Tours

Posted on by Debra Martin Koma
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., Nov. 1, 2010 /PRNewswire/ — With the holidays just around the corner, Disney Institute is offering guests of the Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., the opportunity to go behind the scenes of celebrations at various theme parks. Yuletide Fantasy and Holiday D-Lights, both led by seasoned Disney … Continue reading "Enjoy a D-Lightful Yuletide Season With Disney Institute Holiday Tours"
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December Disney Doings

Posted on by Debra Martin Koma
Deb Wills has been on a Disney cruise the last few days, and will spend the next few visiting Walt Disney World. She’s been sharing some photos via Twitter as she travels, but for those of you who don’t follow Twitter, we thought you might like to see what she’s been getting up to — … Continue reading "December Disney Doings"
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Celebrating the ‘Season of Giving,’ 26th Annual ‘Disney Parks Christmas Day Parade’ Broadcasts from Both Coasts, Airing on ABC-TV Dec. 25

Posted on by Debra Martin Koma
Television holiday extraordinaire includes celebrity performances by Celine Dion, Stevie Wonder pop music sensations Demi Lovato, Jonas Brothers, plus more! Welcome the holidays with festive favorites featuring ‘Dancing with the Stars’ talent, cheerful characters, Disney’s newest princess debut and more from Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resorts LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. / ANAHEIM, Calif. (Dec. … Continue reading "Celebrating the ‘Season of Giving,’ 26th Annual ‘Disney Parks Christmas Day Parade’ Broadcasts from Both Coasts, Airing on ABC-TV Dec. 25"
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The Holiday Season Makes Spirits Brighter for Celebrations with Family and Friends at Disneyland Resort

Posted on by Laura Gilbreath
27 October 2009 Photo © Disney New Entertainment, Cherished Favorites Bring Holidays to Life ANAHEIM, Calif. – When it comes to celebrating the magic and sparkle of the holidays with friends and loved ones, there’s no place like the Disneyland Resort where, from Nov. 13 through Jan. 3, 2010, the holidays will shine more brightly … Continue reading "The Holiday Season Makes Spirits Brighter for Celebrations with Family and Friends at Disneyland Resort"
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