News Archive - February 2009


February 28, 2009

Park Calendar Released for June 2009

The Walt Disney World Resort has released it's Extra Magic Hours, Operating and Event schedules for June 2009. For guests visiting during this time, you will want to visit the Park Hours and Events pages to aid in planning your trip. Remember, all times and schedules are subject to change, so check back often.

February 27, 2009

Online Check-In Service Debuts
 
Walt Disney World Resort has launched a new Online Check-In Service designed to simplify guest arrivals. The service is complimentary and available to guests staying at select Walt Disney World Resort hotels and Disney Vacation Club resorts as of February 2009. Within 10 days of arrival dates, guests are able to provide check-in information, advise the resort of their arrival times and request room preferences. Guests can also register the names of all the people in their party and provide a credit card to cover charges at the resort hotel.

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February 23, 2009

ESPN The Weekend Returns

ESPN and Walt Disney World Resort are again offering fans the opportunity to see and hear ESPN personalities and current and legendary athletes during ESPN The Weekend presented by Dick’s Sporting Goods, a one-of-a-kind sports-themed special event at Disney’s Hollywood Studios theme park February 27-March 1. The "Weekend" will feature on-site telecasts, star motorcades, Q&A sessions and much, much more.

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February 13, 2009

American Idol Experience Attraction Opens

All seven winners of "American Idol" gathered for the first time ever at Disney's Hollywood for the grand opening of The American Idol Experience attraction Pictured, all seven winners of "American Idol" (L-R): Ruben Studdard, Kelly Clarkson, Fantasia Barrino, David Cook, Carrie Underwood, Taylor Hicks and Jordin Sparks -- hold silver microphone awards presented to them at the event by Simon Fuller, creator and executive producer of "American Idol." The American Idol Experience attraction, inspired by the hit TV show, lets Disney park guests audition with a chance to appear on-stage, or vote on their favorite singing performances from the audience.

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February 2, 2009

Calendar Released for May 2009

The Walt Disney World Resort has released it's Extra Magic Hours, Operating and Event schedules for May 2009. For guests visiting during this time, you will want to visit the Park Hours and Events pages to aid in planning your trip. Remember, all times and schedules are subject to change, so check back often.