http://www.examiner.com/x-2200-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner?cid=exrss-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner en-us Mon, 23 Nov 2009 03:24:28 -0700 Sun, 22 Nov 2009 16:35:42 -0700 BlogCFC http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://www.examiner.com/x-2200-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner~y2009m11d22-Disney-World-secrets-A-black-cat-at-Christmas-See-if-you-can-find-him-at-Disney-Hollywood-Studios?cid=exrss-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner If you are a Disney fan you probably know about the Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights at Disney Hollywood Studio (pictured above right). The Osborne family moved their light display to Disney World when their neighbors sued to shut it down a... Disney Hollywood Studio Christmas Sun, 22 Nov 2009 16:35:42 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2200-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner~y2009m11d22-Disney-World-secrets-A-black-cat-at-Christmas-See-if-you-can-find-him-at-Disney-Hollywood-Studios?cid=exrss-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2200-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner~y2009m11d21-Run-through-all-four-Disney-World-theme-parks-this-January-You-can-even-earn-the-Goofy-medal?cid=exrss-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner If you plan to make a News Resolution to get more exercise, you can take it to an extreme with the Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend, which runs from January 7 to 10. You can tackle a 26.2 mile run that will take you through all four theme parks. ... Disney Sat, 21 Nov 2009 20:28:20 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2200-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner~y2009m11d21-Run-through-all-four-Disney-World-theme-parks-this-January-You-can-even-earn-the-Goofy-medal?cid=exrss-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2200-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner~y2009m11d21-Jon-Bon-Jovi-hands-out-at-Disney-World-and-poses-with-Goofy-at-Disney-Hollywood-Studios?cid=exrss-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner Your eyes were not deceiving you if you thought you saw a "hair band" favorite at Disney Hollywood Studios this week. Rocker Jon Bon Jovi, pictured below on the New York backlot set, spent some time at the theme parks. He and his band recen... Disney Hollywood Studio Bon Jovi Sat, 21 Nov 2009 11:51:49 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2200-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner~y2009m11d21-Jon-Bon-Jovi-hands-out-at-Disney-World-and-poses-with-Goofy-at-Disney-Hollywood-Studios?cid=exrss-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2200-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner~y2009m11d21-Universal-Resort-in-Orlando-offers-holiday-fun-for-everyone-and-special-deals-for-Florida-residents?cid=exrss-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner December 5 marks the holiday kick-off at Universal Orlando Resort, with a brand-new Holiday Concert Series that features three chart-topping holiday musical acts – Mannheim Steamroller, Chris Isaak and Natalie Cole. The annual Grinchmas celebra... Universal Studio Florida Sat, 21 Nov 2009 07:25:14 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2200-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner~y2009m11d21-Universal-Resort-in-Orlando-offers-holiday-fun-for-everyone-and-special-deals-for-Florida-residents?cid=exrss-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2200-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner~y2009m11d20-NTSB-investigation-into-fatal-Disney-World-monorail-crash-is-delayed-will-take-up-to-a-year?cid=exrss-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner The National Transportation Safety Board has announced that its investigation into the fatal July monorail crash at Disney World will take longer than expected. It was originally projected to take up to six months, but now the NTSB estimates it will ... monorail Fri, 20 Nov 2009 07:31:08 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2200-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner~y2009m11d20-NTSB-investigation-into-fatal-Disney-World-monorail-crash-is-delayed-will-take-up-to-a-year?cid=exrss-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2200-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner~y2009m11d19-Disney-World-and-Universal-Studios-Orlando-win-awards-from-the-Themed-Entertainment-Association?cid=exrss-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner Both Disney World and Universal Studios Orlando captured awards from the Themed Entertainment Association. The awards were announced on November 17 at a Las Vegas amusement industry trade show.The Association announced that Toy Story Mania (pictured ... Universal Studio Florida Disney Hollywood Studio Thu, 19 Nov 2009 06:30:13 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2200-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner~y2009m11d19-Disney-World-and-Universal-Studios-Orlando-win-awards-from-the-Themed-Entertainment-Association?cid=exrss-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2200-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner~y2009m11d18-Fun-facts-about-the-Princess-and-the-Frog-Learn-about-the-movie-then-see-the-Magic-Kingdom-show?cid=exrss-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner "The Princess and the Frog" goes into limited release on November 25 before appearing nationwide on December 11, but Princess Tiana (pictured at right) and Prince Naveen are already wowing guests at the Magic Kingdom with "Princess Tia... Disney Wed, 18 Nov 2009 08:13:44 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2200-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner~y2009m11d18-Fun-facts-about-the-Princess-and-the-Frog-Learn-about-the-movie-then-see-the-Magic-Kingdom-show?cid=exrss-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2200-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner~y2009m11d17-Disney-World-one-dollar-coin-program-runs-through-December-13-Get-them-at-Epcot-and-Magic-Kingdom?cid=exrss-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner Disney World has partnered with the United States Mint to promote one dollar coins and the effort runs through December 13. Disney is promoting circulation of the 2009 Native American dollar coins (pictured at right) at several locations throughout t... Disney Tue, 17 Nov 2009 09:59:35 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2200-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner~y2009m11d17-Disney-World-one-dollar-coin-program-runs-through-December-13-Get-them-at-Epcot-and-Magic-Kingdom?cid=exrss-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2200-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner~y2009m11d16-Onride-footage-of-Space-Mountain-at-Disney-Worlds-Magic-Kingdom-Soft-opening-continues?cid=exrss-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner Space Mountain's official re-opening  is slated for November 22, but it is currently holding soft openings for lucky guests who happen to be in the right place at the right time. Check out the rehabbed ride in the video below:Mickey's Very Merry... Magic Kingdom Mon, 16 Nov 2009 12:25:02 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2200-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner~y2009m11d16-Onride-footage-of-Space-Mountain-at-Disney-Worlds-Magic-Kingdom-Soft-opening-continues?cid=exrss-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2200-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner~y2009m11d16-Universal-Orlando-heads-off-spring-cash-crunch-Gets-900-million-bank-loan-625-million-in-bonds?cid=exrss-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner Universal Orlando, which was facing a cash crunch in spring when $1.5 billion in loans were set to come due on April 1, has headed off potential problems with a $1.6 billion financial restructuring. It was announced today that the company got a $900 ... Universal Studio Florida Islands of Adventure Mon, 16 Nov 2009 09:33:56 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2200-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner~y2009m11d16-Universal-Orlando-heads-off-spring-cash-crunch-Gets-900-million-bank-loan-625-million-in-bonds?cid=exrss-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2200-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner~y2009m11d15-Mickeys-Very-Merry-Christmas-Party-has-already-begun-at-Disney-Worlds-Magic-Kingdom?cid=exrss-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner It's not even Thanksgiving yet, but you can already celebrate Christmas with Mickey and his friends on select nights at the Magic Kingdom. Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party began on November 10 and will run through December 18. The actual dates are... Disney Christmas Sun, 15 Nov 2009 18:48:36 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2200-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner~y2009m11d15-Mickeys-Very-Merry-Christmas-Party-has-already-begun-at-Disney-Worlds-Magic-Kingdom?cid=exrss-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2200-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner~y2009m11d14-Chinese-government-moving-families-to-make-way-for-new-Disney-theme-park?cid=exrss-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner About 5000 Chinese families who live in the path of the newest Disney theme park are being told to move by their government. According to a Bloomberg report, farmers in Shanghai have been notified that they must relocate. They will reportedly receive... Disney Sat, 14 Nov 2009 16:29:02 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2200-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner~y2009m11d14-Chinese-government-moving-families-to-make-way-for-new-Disney-theme-park?cid=exrss-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2200-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner~y2009m11d14-Hand-sanitizer-springs-up-all-over-Disney-World-in-fight-with-H1N1-swine-flu-virus?cid=exrss-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner Disney World just installed a fleet of bulk hand sanitzer dispensers in its ongoing battle to protect guests against the H1N1 flu. Swine flu has hit Florida hard, so the new sanitzer dispensers will help guests keep their hands clean to avoid transmi... Disney Swine Flu Pandemic Sat, 14 Nov 2009 11:19:31 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2200-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner~y2009m11d14-Hand-sanitizer-springs-up-all-over-Disney-World-in-fight-with-H1N1-swine-flu-virus?cid=exrss-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2200-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner~y2009m11d13-Polar-Express-opened-today-at-SeaWorlds-Christmas-celebration-New-shows-round-out-the-holiday?cid=exrss-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner The Polar Express rolled into SeaWorld today, taking over the Wild Arctic ride for the holiday season. The simulator ride is based on the Tom Hanks movie of the same name, and this is its third year at SeaWorld. Although the Polar Express has been th... SeaWorld Fri, 13 Nov 2009 17:39:33 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2200-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner~y2009m11d13-Polar-Express-opened-today-at-SeaWorlds-Christmas-celebration-New-shows-round-out-the-holiday?cid=exrss-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2200-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner~y2009m11d13-See-the-Temptations-and-the-Four-Tops-at-CityWalk-Universal-Orlando-hosts-New-Years-celebration?cid=exrss-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner The Temptations (pictured at right) and the Four Tops will be on hand to celebrate New Years Eve at the Universal Orlando Resort. CityWalk, Universal's nightclub district, will host a blow-out party that includes music by the popular R & B bands,... CityWalk New Years Eve Fri, 13 Nov 2009 12:27:00 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2200-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner~y2009m11d13-See-the-Temptations-and-the-Four-Tops-at-CityWalk-Universal-Orlando-hosts-New-Years-celebration?cid=exrss-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2200-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner~y2009m11d13-Disney-theme-park-profits-drop-by-17-percent-in-the-fourth-quarter-Revenue-goes-down-43-percent?cid=exrss-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner Disney announced on Thursday that although its overall fourth quarter profits are up 18 percent, its theme parks took a beating. Profits at the parks dropped by 17 percent, and revenue went down 4.3 percent, according to the Wall Street Journal.The o... Disney Thu, 12 Nov 2009 23:26:49 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2200-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner~y2009m11d13-Disney-theme-park-profits-drop-by-17-percent-in-the-fourth-quarter-Revenue-goes-down-43-percent?cid=exrss-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2200-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner~y2009m11d12-Lights-of-Winter?cid=exrss-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner After days of buzz on various internet sites, Disney World confirmed today that the Lights of Winter archway will no longer be erected at Epcot for the holiday season. For years, the archway welcomed guests with a blue, white and green light show as ... Epcot Adult Experiences Christmas Thu, 12 Nov 2009 14:50:58 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2200-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner~y2009m11d12-Lights-of-Winter?cid=exrss-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2200-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner~y2009m11d12-Dream-Disney-World-wedding-in-front-of-Cinderella-Castle-being-sold-through-Sams-Club-for-198000?cid=exrss-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner Ever want to stand in front of Cinderella Castle as you take your vows, then be whisked away for a very special wedding reception? You can now book an all-new dream Disney World wedding package through Sam's Club, but don't expect a bargain basement ... Disney Thu, 12 Nov 2009 10:06:11 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2200-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner~y2009m11d12-Dream-Disney-World-wedding-in-front-of-Cinderella-Castle-being-sold-through-Sams-Club-for-198000?cid=exrss-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2200-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner~y2009m11d11-Sailor-Mickey-from-Disney-Cruise-Line-to-appear-in-Macys-Thanksgiving-parade-Heres-the-balloon?cid=exrss-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner Disney Cruise Line just announced that after a nine-year absence, Mickey Mouse will return to the Macy's Thanksgiving Parade. He'll be in the form of a 61 feet high, 33 feet wide and 48 feet long Sailor Mickey incarnation (his last appearance was as ... Disney Cruise Line Wed, 11 Nov 2009 09:56:25 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2200-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner~y2009m11d11-Sailor-Mickey-from-Disney-Cruise-Line-to-appear-in-Macys-Thanksgiving-parade-Heres-the-balloon?cid=exrss-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2200-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner~y2009m11d10-Disney-World-reveals-new-Space-Mountain-roller-coaster-details-as-rumors-of-a-soft-opening-intensify?cid=exrss-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner Today the Disney Parks Blog has announced new details about Space Mountain (pictured at right), which is poised to reopen after a length refurbishment. The roller coaster is located in Tomorrowland in the Magic Kingdom theme park. Although its offici... Magic Kingdom Roller Coasters Tue, 10 Nov 2009 12:20:29 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2200-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner~y2009m11d10-Disney-World-reveals-new-Space-Mountain-roller-coaster-details-as-rumors-of-a-soft-opening-intensify?cid=exrss-Orlando-Theme-Parks-Examiner