Archive for May, 2008
« Previous Entries‘Idol’ winner Cook scores No. 1 digital song
Saturday, May 31st, 2008(Source: MSNBC)
It’s the first time songs performed on “American Idol” have been made available for immediate download on iTunes — and the audience’s ability to make an instant-gratification purchase has paid off handsomely for winner David Cook. Cook’s “The Time of My Life,” first performed during the “American Idol” results show May 21, has since […]
Regional parks offer more thrills for your buck
Saturday, May 31st, 2008(Source: MSNBC)
Imagine walking into the corporate headquarters or Disney or Six Flags and telling an executive this: “I am bringing my family to one of your parks for two days and we would like free parking, free sunscreen, and unlimited free sodas all day. And we don’t want to spend more than $250 on admission.” […]
The Science of Disney Imagineering: Video
Saturday, May 31st, 2008(Source: Clip Syndicate)
G-Force simulators , elephants with GPS, turning audience members into video game controllers, sounds coming out of your head, and things that go “boom” — its all part of the science behind the “make believe” at Walt Disney Imagineering. If you were unable to attend the Science of Disney Imagineering in New York […]
Increase in Parking Rates
Saturday, May 31st, 2008(Source: Orlando Sentinel)
Universal Orlando resort has raised its parking rates, including the base rate for cars, pickups, sports utility vehicles and motorcycles, which went from $11 up to $12. Universal’s price for parking recreational vehicles, buses and vehicles with trailers went from $12 up to $15. Preferred parking, providing a spot in the closest parts […]
The Waldorf in Orlando
Saturday, May 31st, 2008(Source: Orlando Sentinel)
The Waldorf-Astoria marked a milestone last week, as workers celebrated the topping off of the luxury hotel under construction at Bonnet Creek near Walt Disney World. Hilton Hotels Corp.’s Waldorf, set to open in September 2009, is the first newly built Waldorf-Astoria since the iconic Park Avenue hotel debuted in New York in […]
Changes at Epcot
Saturday, May 31st, 2008(Source: Orlando Sentinel)
A couple of minor changes are affecting attractions at Walt Disney World’s Epcot, including the removal of the “Nestle Toll House Junior Chef” experience in The Land Pavilion. The Junior Chef, which was located in the lower level of The Land, allowed up to 20 children at a time to learn how to […]
Disney throws open Narnia premiere to fans
Saturday, May 31st, 2008(Source: Telegraph.co.uk)
Walt Disney will create what it describes as “the largest cinema in history” when it opens up the Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian premiere to 10,000 fans. The event will be held in support of Great Ormond Street Hospital’s redevelopment appeal and will allow fans to rub shoulders with the show’s stars such as […]
Osborne pulling the plug on light display lauding Bush
Friday, May 30th, 2008(Source: Arkansas Online)
Jennings Osborne is the person who erected Christmas light displays at Walt Disney World in Florida and Graceland in Memphis. Now the Arkansan whose fight for a dazzling Christmas lights display once landed before the U.S. Supreme Court is retiring an illuminated flag honoring President Bush, but not because the president is a lame […]
Reporter tests the carts that fuel Disneyland commerce
Friday, May 30th, 2008(Source: OC Register)
Backstage at Disneyland, trucks rumble along service roads supplying all the restaurants and vendors with food from a myriad of different vendors. But to get those goodies out to snack sellers in the park, Disney staffers have to rely on a little more low-key method — nearly silent electric cats that can carry […]
TSA trying to learn customer service from Disney
Friday, May 30th, 2008(Source: OC Register)
Ever been patted down for weapons by Transportation Security officers at an airport? Well, Disney cast members aren’t that friendly, but TSA officials from Oregon attended the Disney Institute to learn how to better train their employees to be kinder to customers. Michael Irwin, the federal security director for the TSA in Oregon, […]
Pixar’s John Lasseter unveils ‘Tinker Bell,’
Friday, May 30th, 2008(Source: LA Times)
Cue the pixie dust. Walt Disney Animation is taking direct aim at little girls with a business initiative called Disney Fairies whose long-awaited star is finally ready for her small screen debut. John Lasseter, chief creative officer of Walt Disney and Pixar Animation Studios, announced the much delayed “Tinker Bell” DVD on Friday, […]
Jonas Brothers ready to “Burn” up the charts
Friday, May 30th, 2008(Source: Reuters)
The Jonas Brothers have selected “Burnin’ Up” as the first single from the teen idols’ next album, “A Little Bit Longer,” due in stores on August 12. The track will be augmented with an “action-packed James Bond-esque adventure” video, according to their label, Disney-owned Hollywood Records. “Burnin’ Up” (which will be shipped June 20 […]
Ready for Camp Rock?
Friday, May 30th, 2008(Source: Orlando Sentinel)
Walt Disney World isn’t waiting to cash in on Disney Channel’s upcoming movie, Camp Rock, which stars the Jonas Brothers and Demi Lovato. Over the weekend, we spotted several T-shirts at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, including one seen here already branded with the WDW logo. Disney Channel is hoping for another franchise as big […]
Airline baggage fees cause headaches for Disney’s Magical Express
Friday, May 30th, 2008(Source: Orlando Sentinel)
The new fees airlines have begun charging passengers who check a second bag aren’t just aggravating travelers — they are causing headaches for Walt Disney World and its Magical Express airport shuttle-and-luggage service. The problem…The fees are complicating Magical Express’ early baggage-check service, which encourages departing guests to check in for their flights […]
Selena Gomez - Cruella de Vil Video
Thursday, May 29th, 2008I have had guests ask about adding more video if possible, expecially Disney Channel Music Videos. Selena Gomez singing Cruella De Vil, will be the first video we feature. Enjoy.
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