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New Study: Disney Generates $40 Billion in Annual Economic Impact in Florida and Over Quarter of a Million Jobs
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Nov. 14, 2023) – Walt Disney World Resort, one of the world’s most visited vacation destinations, generated $40 billion in economic impact across the state and more than a quarter of a million total jobs in fiscal year 2022, according to a new study from Oxford Economics announced today. The […]
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U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds Fly Over Walt Disney World Resort
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Oct. 30, 2023) As part of Disney’s enduring respect for those who serve in the military and their families, this morning Walt Disney World Resort hosted the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds flight demonstration team for a flyover of Magic Kingdom Park and EPCOT. The event marks the arrival of National Veterans […]
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Walt Disney World Inspires Florida Students with Inside Look at the Technology Behind the Magic
EPCOT transforms into classroom for “National Go on a Field Trip Month,” students discover how innovative technologies power Disney storytelling through STEM. LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Oct. 24, 2023) – Walt Disney World hosted students from Evans High School in Orlando for a learning experience focused on innovation at EPCOT for “National Go on a […]
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Disney After Hours Events Usher In More Nighttime Magic at Walt Disney World Beginning January 2024
Popular late-night ticketed events are back with even more theme park fun in 2024 LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Oct. 24, 2023) – Disney After Hours events return to Walt Disney World Resort starting January 2024 with tons of nighttime Disney fun. On event nights, guests can enjoy an extra three hours of magic-making at Magic […]
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Sneak Peek: Walt Disney World Resort Prepares to Welcome the Holidays
Across Florida resort, makers of magic – AKA Disney cast members – prepare for the most wonderful time of the year LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Oct. 23, 2023) – Preparation for the holidays is already in high gear at Walt Disney World Resort as The Most Magical Place On Earth gets ready to celebrate “the […]
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Last Call for High School Students to Apply for Disney Dreamers Academy at Walt Disney World Resort
(LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla.) Oct. 17, 2023 – America’s teens have a couple of more weeks to try to dream big next year at Walt Disney World Resort. On October 31, applications close for Disney Dreamers Academy, a four-day career workshop designed for Black teens and students from underrepresented communities. Anyone interested in applying or […]
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Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana Continues Wave of Growth at Walt Disney World
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Oct. 16, 2023) — As The Walt Disney Company celebrates its 100th anniversary, Walt Disney World Resort is commemorating the milestone with the splashing debut of Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana. Guests can explore a beautifully landscaped walking trail with fun and surprises around each turn, as they engage with […]
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Disney Springs Continues Hispanic & Latin American Heritage Month Celebration with Vibrant New Art Walk Painting
Mural by Katerina Santos and Juan Travieso (TRATOS) Celebrates Family and Cuban Culture with Image of Son, Luka LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Oct. 2, 2023) – Vibrant images of life and family have been added to the Disney Springs Art Walk: A Canvas of Expression by Katerina Santos and Juan Travieso – known together as […]
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Walt Disney World Announces New $1.5 Million Donation to 15+ Florida Nonprofits
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Oct. 2, 2023) – Announced today, Walt Disney World is giving new donations totaling $1.5 million to 19 nonprofit organizations creating positive change in Florida. “Florida has been our home for more than half a century and each organization receiving a grant is doing amazing work for our community,” said Rena Langley, […]
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Walt Disney World Announces New Ambassadors for 2024-25
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Sept. 22, 2023) – Disney cast members Serena Arvizu and Shannon Smith-Conrad ware announced today as the 2024-2025 Walt Disney World Ambassadors during a special ceremony at EPCOT alongside their families, hundreds of coworkers and former Disney Ambassadors. Serena and Shannon will officially begin their Ambassador term in October just in […]
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