Tagged with " Magical Celebrations"
Jose Castillo's 2/15/09 WDW Photo Report
After a few days of delay, Jose Castillo has finally provided us with pictures from the last day of his latest trip to the Walt Disney World Resort. Let’s take a look at some of his pics from Monday: The balloon window-clings have now reached the Walt Disney World buses “Follow that bus to the best kept Disney secret!!!”
Matt Paul's 2/14-2/15/09 Magic Kingdom Photo Report
WDWNT Videographer and Photographer Matt Paul just visited the Walt Disney World resort this past very busy weekend and has a number of newsworthy photos to share of his trip with us: The pavement at the very busy Transportation and Ticket Center could use some work “Celebrate Today!” banners greet you as you exit towards the Magic Kingdom
Jose Castillo's 2/13-14/09 WDW (and Place of Evil) Photo Report
WDWNT Technical Director Jose Castillo has shared some interesting photos from the first two days of his 3 day excursion to Walt Disney World this weekend, so let’s take a look: Jose started his Friday at Epcot I love seeing the characters out-and-about rather than confined to the Character Spot, I wish they would bring back “Characters on Holiday”
Justin Heyman's 2/4-2/12/09 WDW Photo Report
WDW News Today’s first Cast Member, Justin Heyman, is back from his latest trip to the Walt Disney World Resort and has provided us with a few photographs that will make up his first-ever WDWNT photo report: The entire Hall of Presidents facade is now under tarps, making this lengthy refurbishment n upgrade both inside and outside In Tomorrowland, some mystery structures have appeared on the north edge of the construction area for Stitch’s Supersonic Celebration
Robert Ashburn's 2/10/09 WDW Photo Report
Our good friend Robert Ashburn of Figment’sMedia.Net and FTN has provided us with another fantastic photo report, this time of his journey around the Walt Disney World Resort on Monday, February 10th. Let’s see what’s happening around the world: “Celebrate Today” banners at Epcot If they sold a Spaceship Earth balloon, I would buy it
Walt Disney World Entertainment Updates
There are a ton of entertainment changes that will be taking place at the Walt Disney World theme parks this week, so I thought it would be useful to provide a list for those of you visiting in the next few days: The “Move It! Shake It! Celebrate It! Street Party” at the Magic Kingdom will debut on Friday, February 13th and will perform three times daily at 11:00 AM, 12:30 PM, & 5:15 PM The times for Dream Along with Mickey will change on Friday to make way for the “Move It! Shake It! Celebrate It! Street Party”. The new performance times will be 9:35 AM, 10:35 AM, 11:40 AM, 1:15 PM, 2:15 PM, and 4:00 PM On Thursday [...]
"What Will You Call This Promotion?"
Just when you thought the name problems plaguing the Toy Story Midway Mania attraction were as confusing as it gets, Disney has outdone themselves. Many of you probably remember when we first reported in May 2008 about the marketing campaign for Disney Parks that would revolve around celebrating special milestones in life and would be titled “Magical Celebrations”. Since that report 8 months ago, the campaign has begun at the Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resorts under the already conflicting titles “What Will You Celebrate?”, “Celebrate Today!” and “Celebrate Everyday!”. Now, one month into this “celebration”, we have Disney actually using the “Magical Celebrations” title for a new sweepstakes. Despite all this brand confusion, there is a bright spot. Those who enter daily throughout the month [...]
"I Went to Disney World!"
Super Bowl XLIII MVP Santonio Holmes, wide receiver for the Pittsburgh Steelers, rides Feb. 2, 2009 in a celebratory parade with Mickey Mouse in the Magic Kingdom in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. Holmes’ visit came only hours after his “I’m Going to Disney World!” pronouncement in Tampa, Fla., following the Steelers’ last-minute, 27-23 victory over the Arizona Cardinals in Super Bowl XLIII. Holmes’ visit to Walt Disney World was part of Disney Parks’ new “What Will You Celebrate?” initiative. The wide receiver, who caught the game-winning pass in the Super Bowl, co-starred with quarterback Ben Roethlisberger in the famous “I’m Going to Disney World!” commercial which aired after the game. (Kent Phillips, photographer) Of course, this report would be incomplete [...]
News from the February 2009 Mickey Monitor
The latest edition of the Mickey Monitor annual passholder publication is now available for viewing and offers a number of newsworthy announcements on some upcoming Walt Disney World attractions and special events. Here are some highlights: -Passholders are being informed that Space Mountain will be closed for a “Space-Lift” beginning in April 2009. The article confirms that the track layout and the exterior look of the Mountain will not be touched during the refurbishment. While no reopening date is given, an opportunity to own a piece of the classic Magic Kingdom attraction is. For all the details on how to win a piece of Space Mountain, consult the Mickey Monitor and WDW Annual Passholder website. -The article with top billing in [...]
Get Ready to Party…. Eventually
Disney has published some details (and larger concept art) on two upcoming entertainment offerings for the Magic Kingdom as part of the “Celebrate Today!” promotion. Be sure to take note of the date change on the second show: Move It! Shake It! Celebrate It! Street Party At the Move It! Shake It! Celebrate It! Street Party, you’ll join in on interactive fun in front of Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom® Park. Multicolored “party box” floats roll out as favorite Disney Characters kick your celebration off with music and dancing. Scheduled to open February 12, 2009. Stitch’s SuperSonic Celebration Stitch’s SuperSonic Celebration is for true party animals& and party aliens! Interact with Stitch as he celebrates “Galaxy Day” at his very [...]
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