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Ind. boy gets a "dream come true" Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 11:39AMAn 8-year-old Indiana boy battling cerebral palsy had a "Dream Come True" when he was given a trip to Disney World.
Walt Disney Parks and Resorts to Take Fans Through the "Carousel of Projects" at Disney's D23 Expo, August 19-21, 2011 Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 11:00AMFans attending Disney's D23 Expo August 19-21 at the Anaheim Convention Center will have the chance to experience "a great big beautiful tomorrow" as they immerse themselves in the future of Walt Disney Parks and Resorts, which is currently in the biggest period of global expansion in its history.
Casey Anthony release: Parents tell her to stay away as she's freed Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 2:17AMGeorge and Cindy Anthony said they would not let their 25-year-old daughter return home after she was freed from jail in Florida just after midnight, 12 days after she was acquitted of murdering her two-year-old daughter.
Class Action Plaintiffs Allege Disney Parks and Resorts Discriminates Against Visually Impaired Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 3:11PMA federal judge Dolly Gee has certified a class action lawsuit against Disney Parks and Resorts on behalf of plaintiffs Cari Shields, Amber Boggs and Teresa Stockton who claimed Disney discriminated against visually impaired guests. The lawsuit against Disney and its many theme parks does not seek monetary rewards, but was broken down into ten different classes in order to identify ten different ...
British Tourist Sues Walt Disney World Over Rented Watercraft Crash Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 11:14AMAccording to Orlando court records, a female tourist is suing Walt Disney World Parks and Resorts for negligence after a small watercraft her husband rented collided with a ferry last year. Barbara Wormald said Disney was negligent in renting her husband Michael Wormald the watercraft at Cap’n Jack’s Marina in Downtown Disney. The small, two-person Sea Raycers craft collided with a ferry ...
QUICK HITS Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 10:29AMNEW YORK — NBCUniversal said it has completed its previously announced acquisition of The Blackstone Group ’s 50% interest in its Universal Orlando theme park for an estimated $1 billion.
Theme parks adding rides Saturday, July 2, 2011 @ 11:14PMBuilders and designers are adding rides and attractions to theme parks throughout Central Florida.
Theme parks adding rides Saturday, July 2, 2011 @ 11:14PMBuilders and designers are adding rides and attractions to theme parks throughout Central Florida.
Universal hikes prices, matches Disney 1-day admission Monday, June 20, 2011 @ 11:14AMBolstered by the popularity of its year-old Harry Potter land, Universal Orlando on Monday sharply raised most ticket prices – but it left some key prices for Florida residents unchanged. A little more than a week after Walt Disney World raised most ticket prices, Universal matched the larger resort by boosting the gate price of a one-day, one park ticket from $82 to $85, an increase of 3.7 ...
Orlando hotels continue improvements in May Monday, June 20, 2011 @ 10:55AMOrlando's hotel industry continued its positive performance last month, as hotels filled a greater percentage of their rooms and charged higher rates compared with a year ago.
Universal Orlando one of fastest growing theme parks in world Friday, June 17, 2011 @ 4:51AMIt seems the Wizarding World of Harry Potter has had a magical affect on Universal Orlando.
Islands of Adventure is world's fastest-growing big park Thursday, June 16, 2011 @ 7:49PMHarry Potter transformed Universal Orlando's Islands of Adventure into the fastest-growing big theme park in the world in 2010 and peeled visitors away from Central Florida's other theme parks, according to a closely watched industry report released Thursday.
Legoland Florida opens in October Thursday, June 16, 2011 @ 1:44PMThirty million Lego bricks will go into building this park, which is intended for youngsters ages 2 to 12.
Dream doesn't dent older ships Sunday, May 15, 2011 @ 9:43PMWalt Disney Co. revealed a few details about the popularity of its cruise line last week as it discussed its fiscal second-quarter earnings with stock analysts.
Universal Studios: American Express Lounge set to open Monday, May 9, 2011 @ 12:42PMThe American Express Lounge is scheduled to open within the Universal Studios theme park on Tuesday, May 10. The area will be open to guests who purchase a multi-park ticket or annual pass with an American Express Card at the front gate of the park or at UniversalOrlando.com. The lounge, located on the street that runs [...]
Price breaks on beach holidays Friday, May 6, 2011 @ 10:55AMHead to Florida, Aruba, Mexico and any Club Med resorts for less
Otel.com Announces Exciting Savings on Orlando Hotels Wednesday, April 20, 2011 @ 12:31PMOtel.com is showing how much they appreciate their customers by making it easier for potential holidaymakers to visit family-favorite Orlando, Florida. Starting from today, site visitors will find prices cut on everything from two star to five star hotels, including accommodation at the city's popular Disney and Universal resorts. (PRWeb April 20, 2011) Read the full story at http ...
Father’s Day Celebrations Well Done at Bluegreen’s Orlando Resorts Wednesday, April 20, 2011 @ 8:00AMBluegreen’s Orlando timeshare resorts offers families celebrating Father’s Day at Orlando Steakhouses exceptional accommodations.
Disney set to break ground on Shanghai theme park Wednesday, April 6, 2011 @ 8:43PMWhen it opens in five years, the $3.7-billion Shanghai Disneyland, China's first Disney theme park, will serve as a launching pad for the entertainment giant's broader ambitions in the region. When it opens in five years, the $3.7-billion Shanghai Disneyland, China's first Disney theme park, will serve as a launching pad for the entertainment giant's broader ambitions in the region.
Disney set to break ground on Shanghai theme park Wednesday, April 6, 2011 @ 8:11PMWhen it opens in five years, the $3.7-billion Shanghai Disneyland, China's first mainland Disney theme park, will serve as a launching pad for the entertainment giant's broader ambitions in the region. As Walt Disney Co. prepares to break ground on its first theme park in mainland China, the significance for the company reaches well beyond the opportunity to sell legions of Mickey Mouse-ear hats.
McKee Botanical Garden celebrates 10 years after reopening in Vero Beach Tuesday, February 22, 2011 @ 7:46AMFormerly the third-largest tourist attraction in Florida, it has reinvented and re-established itself since 2001.
Walt Disney World Resort Update Monday, February 21, 2011 @ 2:09AM'Whole trip' Fastpass reservations coming?; Power outage in air compressor silences Magic Kingdom; Magical Express bus in accident near airport; Florida Governor refuses $2.4B in high-speed rail money; Flower & Garden lineup set; and more.
100 Florida teachers get 'Oprah-style' giveaway Friday, February 18, 2011 @ 10:06AMFrom a Florida Department of Education press release this morning: ORLANDO – Nearly 100 Florida educators got a big surprise yesterday, thinking they were attending a professional development workshop only to end up with both the training and numerous free educational products from vendors throughout the country. Themed as an “Oprah-Style” give-away, the Florida Department of Education (DOE ...
Smart phone apps for theme park visitors Wednesday, February 16, 2011 @ 10:21PMSoftware developers started tapping into smart-phone users' zeal for theme parks a couple years ago, and dozens of applications are now available.
Going to Disney World? There's an app for that Wednesday, February 16, 2011 @ 7:45PMNeed maps, wait times for rides and restaurant tips for Walt Disney World and other central Florida attractions? There's an app for that.
State rejects Red Bull murder defense Wednesday, February 16, 2011 @ 6:35PMThe Pinellas State Attorney's Office is reversing its position following a 10 News story and will no longer accpet the so called Red Bull defense as the reason a man killed his father.
Bay Hill Celebrates 50th Anniversary with Golden Package for Golfers & Spa Enthusiasts Wednesday, February 16, 2011 @ 3:36PMORLANDO, Fla. , Feb. 16, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2011 year is truly golden for Arnold Palmer's Bay Hill Club & Lodge as they announce the celebration of their 50th Anniversary. Â In honor of this momentous occasion, Bay Hill is offering a special Golden Anniversary Package to include a spacious guest room in the Lodge, breakfast, a bottle of wine from the Arnold Palmer label, and choice of one ...
Ocean Florida: Walt Disney World Resort Announces Dates for Star Wars Weekends Wednesday, February 16, 2011 @ 8:00AMWalt Disney World Resort has announced the dates for its Star Wars Weekends: the event will run every weekend from May 20th until June 12th. Florida holiday specialists Ocean Florida are advising their customers to make arrangements soon if they want to take part in this exciting occasion.
Ocean Florida: Walt Disney World Resort Announces Dates for Star Wars Weekends Wednesday, February 16, 2011 @ 2:39AMWalt Disney World Resort has announced the dates for its Star Wars Weekends: the event will run every weekend from May 20th until June 12th. Florida holiday specialists Ocean Florida are advising their customers to make arrangements soon if they want to take part in this exciting occasion. (PRWeb February 16, 2011) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/ocean-florida ...
Walt Disney World Resort Update Monday, January 31, 2011 @ 3:09AMDisney supporting legislation to further regulate handbill distribution, Final countdown for Toontown Fair, DVC reduces benefits for aftermarket purchasers, Flower Power concert series line-up finalized, Chilean miners visit, and more.
Romantic Orlando: a getaway for grown ups Wednesday, January 26, 2011 @ 9:00AMThere is more to Orlando than Mickey Mouse. Some 52 percent of all visitors to America’s theme park capital are adults traveling without children.
Orlando for grownups: beyond theme parks Wednesday, January 26, 2011 @ 9:00AMOrlando may be the theme park capital of the world, but this sunny destination also has plenty to offer couples traveling without kids — including some historic treasures and sophisticated flavors.
Mickey Mouse will welcome Chilean miners to Orlando Monday, January 24, 2011 @ 10:42AMThe Chilean miners who made international headlines after being trapped in a mine for 69 days will spend time with their friends and families at the most magical place on Earth: Walt Disney World. “We want to offer new and good memories to the miners and their families who lived through such difficult moments,” said Nancy [...]
Harry Potter theme park a new rival for Disney World Monday, January 10, 2011 @ 11:56AMThe must-have Florida trinket these days is not a set of mouse ears. It’s a $30 wizard’s wand.
RedCoach adds Daytona Beach, hopes to attract business travelers Sunday, January 2, 2011 @ 11:38PMTravelers looking to get to Orlando or Jacksonville and connect to other Florida cities and lack a car have another option starting today.
Tourism: Time-share firm leaves bankruptcy Sunday, January 2, 2011 @ 2:54PMGet Business Mobile Text Alerts : Text OSBIZ To 43886 An Orlando time-share operator that filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in early 2010 emerged from its court-supervised reorganization last week.
Disney Command Center Aims to Keep Lines Moving Monday, December 27, 2010 @ 5:47PMA command center monitors queues to keep bottlenecks from forming and to provide entertainment for visitors.
Disney Command Center Aims to Keep Lines Moving Monday, December 27, 2010 @ 2:46PMA command center monitors attractions to keep bottlenecks from forming and to provide entertainment for visitors stuck in lines.
Snowstorm up north cancels over 100 flights at Orlando International Airport Monday, December 27, 2010 @ 2:22PMHoliday travelers aren't traveling very far, thanks to a blast of winter weather in the Northeast. A blizzard has cancelled flights from Orlando and across the country.
Fla. tourism industry reeling from dismal year Saturday, December 25, 2010 @ 9:18PMMADEIRA BEACH, Fla. — The Hubbard family, owners of a marina complex and seafood restaurant on Florida’s Gulf Coast near Tampa, would just as soon forget that 2010 ever happened.The lingering economic recession, a record cold Florida winter and the effects of the Gulf oil spill stalled the tourist traffic this year at Madeira Beach, where the Hubbards have been a presence since the 1970s. All ...
Santa’s Checking in at Seralago Hotel this Holiday Season, Bringing Low Rates with Him Wednesday, December 1, 2010 @ 7:21AMBring the family to visit Santa at Seralago Hotel & Suites in Kissimmee this winter and enjoy great December rates. (PRWeb December 01, 2010) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2010/12/prweb8014067.htm
Employees Release Harsh Disney Documentary Tuesday, November 30, 2010 @ 5:17PMORLANDO, Fla. -- Two days before contract talks with union leaders, Disney employees released a harsh documentary about the theme park giant. Employees were protesting Tuesday and may be using the movie to put pressure on Disney.
Say G'Day To New 'Land' At Walt Disney World? Tuesday, November 30, 2010 @ 9:47AMAre you ready to go "down under" in Orlando? The rumors are running wild that Walt Disney World is set to add a new "land" to one of its theme parks.
Dolly Parton - Parton 'proud' Of Dollywood Award Wednesday, November 24, 2010 @ 10:15AMDOLLY PARTON is "proud" and "honoured" after Dollywood was named the world's best-run theme park.The singer, who set up the attraction in Tennessee in 1986, picked up...
UCF’s Rebecca Galarza wins performance award at IAAPA Wednesday, November 24, 2010 @ 7:45AMRebecca Galarza, a junior musical-theater major at the University of Central Florida, has been given the Best Female Performer in the World award at the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions Brass Ring Awards. The IAAPA Brass Ring conference and award ceremony, which took place at the Orange County Convention Center, had representatives from the [...]
Scott: Viewed as a business, Florida government needs major reforms Friday, November 19, 2010 @ 9:13AMGov.-elect Rick Scott delivered a remarkable speech last night to the Florida Council of 100, laying out a five-point plan to reform government, cut spending and create jobs that largely tracked his campaign rhetoric — and vowing to run Florida government as a business. “I am deeply honored by the opportunity to serve as Florida’s Governor,” [...]
Pilots, passengers, parents rail at new patdowns Thursday, November 11, 2010 @ 3:47PMStepped-up security screening at airports in the wake of foiled terrorism plots has provoked an outcry from airline pilots and travelers, including parents of children who say they are too intrusive.
Search the Archives Friday, November 5, 2010 @ 2:50PMLORD DARKENON! Lets travel back to the land of Orlando. In our last enthralling post, we talked about Universal Studios Florida. Now lets discuss Islands of Adventure.
Orlando Theme Park Built for Jesus Thursday, November 4, 2010 @ 5:50AMMost amusement parks offer guests rides, shows and loveable characters. But one Florida park also provides daily communion. Welcome to the Holy Land Experience, a 15-acre attraction that brings Bible stories to life, albeit with a heavy hand of prophesying.
Half-term tourists benefit from weak dollar Saturday, October 16, 2010 @ 12:13AMSchool half-term holidaymakers will benefit from the weakness of the American dollar against the pound, the head of the travel money division of the Post Office said yesterda