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News Archive - January 2001

Hall of Presidents closed... for good?
Our sources tell us that the Hall Of Presidents closed the day before the Inauguration of George Bush as President of the United States of America. Curious minds want to know if the attraction is merely closed for a retrofit of the incoming president or whether it's curtains for the Hall. Speculation is that the attraction will not reopen till Fall and that something major may be brewing behind the scenes. Rumors have be floating on the web for months that Hall Of Presidents was to be updated. Has the Big D taken the plunge or are they merely cleaning out cobwebs? You decide by participating in our Discussion Boards by following the link below. -Jan 22
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Reservations now being accepted at Disney’s Pop Century Resort
Scheduled to open in two phases beginning in December 2001, Disney's Pop Century resort showcases 20th century pop culture with larger-than-life icons representing toys, fads, dance crazes and catch phrases. Giant bowling pins, Rubik’s Cubes, cellular phones and Big Wheels will tower above guests at the individually themed lodge buildings. When completed in 2003, Disney’s Pop Century Resort will add 5,760 guest rooms to the Walt Disney World. Room rates for 2001 start at $77 a night during value season. -Jan 15

Highlights of Walt Disney World Millennium Celebration Extended Indefinitely at Epcot
Disney has decided some celebrations are too good to end and has extended indefinitely Tapestry of Nations and Illuminations 2000 of the popular Disney World Millennium Celebration at Epcot. - Jan 2
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