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.
Discussion Here
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.
More Information
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.
Discussion Here
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.
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