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Disney giving generously to candidates in 2010 run-up

From Sentinel Staff Writer Jason Garcia Walt Disney World isn’t taking many chances when it comes to the 2010 elections. The giant resort was generous to both the Republican Party of Florida and the Florida Democratic Party during the third quarter, new state records show. Disney gave the Republicans...

October 20th, 2009 | Jason Garcia, News | Read More

Disney World to bring new monorail train into service

A monorail train currently in service at Disney World (Sentinel File) From Sentinel Staff Writer Jason Garcia Walt Disney World has built a new monorail train using the undamaged remains of two trains that collided in a deadly accident over the summer. The new train is expected to go into service later...

October 15th, 2009 | Jason Garcia, News | Read More

Disney Vacation Club cuts sales associates’ base pay but boosts certain bonuses

From Sentinel Staff Writer Jason Garcia Disney Vacation Club, as it attempts to sell more inventory than ever amid a recession that has sapped time-share sales, has cut the base pay of its front-line sales staff by 10 percent. But the Walt Disney Co.’s Celebration-based time-share unit has also...

October 15th, 2009 | Hotels and Resorts, Jason Garcia, News | Read More

Walt Disney World unveils new ride at Epcot

Click above to see more pictures of Sum of All Thrills The ‘Sum of All Thrills’ uses robot-arm technology that Universal Orlando is also believed to be using for a new Harry Potter ride From Sentinel Staff Writer Jason Garcia Walt Disney World unveiled its newest attraction this morning,...

October 14th, 2009 | Jason Garcia, News | Read More

Current Disney World ticket prices

Choosing the right pass or ticket is crucial part to visiting Disney World. Check out the many different options available for admission into Walt Disney World parks below. Annual Passes Type of pass Adult (10+) Child (3-9) Premium Annual Pass $619 $546 Annual Pass $489 $432 Florida Resident...

October 13th, 2009 | Tickets and Deals | Read More

Former Disney World exec appointed president of Disneyland

The Walt Disney Co. today named George Kalogridis, a former high-ranking executive at Walt Disney World, the new president of Disneyland in Anaheim, Calif. Kalogridis has been chief operating officer at Disneyland Paris for the past three years. Before that, he was vice president of travel operations...

October 13th, 2009 | Jason Garcia, News | Read More

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October 12th, 2009 | Uncategorized | Read More

What’s Disney willing to do for high-speed rail?

Amtrak's Acela high-speed train. From Sentinel Staff Writers Dan Tracy and Jason Garcia C.C. “Doc” Dockery, the retired Lakeland insurance magnate who has championed high-speed rail in Florida for decades, was ecstatic when he learned Walt Disney World was offering free land for a station...

October 12th, 2009 | Jason Garcia, News | Read More

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Welcome to TheDailyDisney.com! Aside from the lastest Disney World news and park tips, there are some great community features that can help you connect with other Disney fans. The first step: Register for your free account here Once you create your account, be sure to stop by the TheDailyDisney.com’s...

October 7th, 2009 | Community, Featured | Read More