News
Archive - January 2007
January
26, 2007
"Toy Story Mania" Details
Announced
Toy Story
Mania, an interactive new ride, is coming to Disney-MGM Studios at Walt
Disney World and Disney's California Adventure at Disneyland. The attraction
will have a 2008 opening and mark the first time an attraction has been
designed and built simultaneously in both parks. "Toy Story Mania!" will set
a new standard for the interactive ride/game technology pioneered in the
"Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters" attraction. Guests of all ages will don 3-D
glasses and hop into fancifully decorated "Toy Story Mania!" vehicles. While
riding along a colorful, midway-themed route, they will shoot at animated
targets using their own "toy cannons," scoring points in a series of
energetic, fun gaming sequences featuring Woody, Bo Peep and the rest of the
gang from Toy Story.
Details & Discussion Here
New Images Unveiled by Annie Leibovitz
World-renowned
photographer Annie Leibovitz poses in front of her image (photo by our own
webmaster taken at today's press briefing) featuring Scarlett Johansson as
Cinderella – one of three images unveiled today to launch Disney Parks “Year
of a Million Dreams.” Leibovitz was at Walt Disney World today to unveil her
new Disney Parks-commissioned "Dreams" images.
Read Press Release Here
What's New, What's Next
LIVE Press Event Coverage - Day Three
After two
days of world premiers, official dedications and sneak peeks; Disney tops
off their 3 day event with a "What's New, What's Next" presentation by
executives from Walt Disney World, Walt Disney Imagineering and The Walt
Disney Company. The final event of the day is a tour of the Cinderella
Castle Suite. JohnY will be there to cover the news as it breaks.
Read John's Blog Entries Here
January
25, 2007
The Magic Kingdom
LIVE Press Event Coverage - Day Two
Thursday's
itinerary centers on the Magic Kingdom. The events include; a presentation
by Al Weiss, President Worldwide Operations, the grand opening of the Disney
Wish Lounge and a sneak peek at
Monsters, Inc.
The Laugh Floor Comedy Club.
Guests will also see a viewing of the new stage show "Dream Along With
Mickey" and partake in "The Royal Treatment" celebration, honoring the First
Family* to have their “Suite” Dreams come true. INTERCOT's Webmaster, JohnY,
will be on the scene providing event details in his daily blog. -
(*Pictured
right; The Fouch family of DeWitt, Michigan.)
Read John's Blog Entries Here
January
24, 2007
The Big Blue World Party
LIVE Press Event Coverage - Day One
Wednesday's
event kicked off with the Finding Nemo "The Musical" World Premier from 5-7
pm. After the show, the invited guests headed to Epcot for the Big Blue
World Party where the Extreme Makeover - Pavilion Edition takes place at the
Seas Pavilion. The party is to officially re-dedicate The Seas pavilion as
The Seas with Nemo and Friends pavilion and includes special entertainment
and a fireworks finale. JohnY is in attendance for these exciting happenings
and providing details in his daily blog.
Read John's Blog Entries Here
January 23, 2007
"Year of a
Million Dreams" Press Event Coverage
Meet Bloggin'
John! INTERCOT's very own Webmaster, JohnY, has been invited to attend the
"Year of a Million Dreams" Press Event being held at Walt Disney World
January 24-26, 2007. Although his itinerary is jammed packed each day, John
will be using the
INTERCOT News forum to blog live the interesting things Disney shares
with him throughout the event. On the schedule are visits to all the new
attractions and shows, a sneak peek at Monsters, Inc. The Laugh Floor Comedy
Club, a tour of the Cinderella Castle Suite and a special "What’s New,
What’s Next Presentation". Stay tuned as details begin to unfold!
Discussion Here
January
22, 2007
Pleasure
Island Hosting February Events
Pleasure Island
will be hosting two festive events next month; Sweetheart Island and Parti
Gras. Sweetheart Island, taking place February 9, 10 and 14, is an eclectic
tribute to romance. Parti Gras puts a new spin on the Mardi Gras tradition
February 16, 17 and 20. Both events include a variety of special
entertainers and musical performances throughout the streets of Pleasure
Island and do not require Club admission.
Details & Discussion Here
January
18, 2007
Disney Cruise
Line Returns to the West Coast
Disney Cruise Line
announced today that the Disney Magic will return to the West Coast for the
summer of 2008 to once again offer its highly popular seven-night Mexican
Riviera sailings. Beginning May 25, 2008, the Disney Magic is scheduled to
sail 12 consecutive seven-night cruise vacations from the Port of Los
Angeles to the Mexican Riviera ports of Cabo San Lucas, Mazatlán and Puerto
Vallarta. For details on these and other destinations contact INTERCOT's
Official Travel Agency, Magical Journeys at 1-570-785-3283, or visit their
web site and fill out a quote form.
Details & Discussion Here
January
17, 2007
2008 Marathon
Registration Now Open
Registration is
now open for the 2008 Walt Disney World Marathon. Don't miss this once in a
lifetime opportunity to run through the most magical setting in the world
and earn an exclusive 15th anniversary Marathon finisher's medal. The event
takes place on January 13, 2008. The Entry fee is $105 and is non-refundable
and non-transferable. Registration is also open for the Half Marathon which
will take place on Saturday, January 12, 2008. Race day registration is not
available.
Details & Discussion Here
January
13, 2007
'Fuel For
Thought' Exhibit Opens at Epcot
General Motors
brings the wonder of fuel cell technology, hybrid vehicles and
ethanol-powered cars and trucks to life with the newly opened "Fuel For
Thought" display at the Test Track pavilion at Epcot. The exhibit features
unique, interactive components about advanced automotive technology and the
road to a greener future. Touch-screen games and interactive kiosks provide
information about fuel cells, hybrids, E85 and different GM environmental
activities throughout the world.
Details & Discussion Here
January
11, 2007
Bring Dreams
to Life - At a Fantasy Price!
Disney
has announced Spring package specials for guests vacationing April 15 - June
2, 2007. Book a 3-10 night Magic Your Way Package and receive a FREE
ticket upgrade! Pay for a Base ticket and receive a complimentary Park
Hopper and Water Park Fun & More option on your Magic Your Way Theme Park
ticket.
This offer must be booked by February 18, 2007.
For details on
these and other vacation specials contact INTERCOT's Official Travel Agency,
Magical Journeys at 1-570-785-3283, or visit their
web site and fill out a quote form.
Discussion Here
More Information
January
10, 2007
Award Honors
Disney's Newest Mountain
The
Themed Entertainment Association (THEA) has honored the Expedition
Everest—Legend of the Forbidden Mountain™ attraction at Disney's Animal
Kingdom Park with the prestigious 2006 THEA Award for "Outstanding
Attraction." Walt Disney Imagineers will accept the award during a gala
event on March 3. The new thrill attraction debuted last year, sending
guests on a high-speed train adventure into the Himalayas for a face-to-face
encounter with the legendary Yeti.
Details & Discussion
January 9, 2007
It's a Boy!
The Walt Disney
World animal care team welcomed a healthy baby White Rhinoceros to Disney's
Animal Kingdom family last week. Kendi, an eight year old White Rhino gave
birth to her second baby – a male named Tom, on January 4th. Tom, the Rhino,
was named in honor of Dr. Tom Foose, President of the International Rhino
Foundation. The new addition is the sixth White Rhino born at Disney's
Animal Kingdom, and his mother, Kendi, was the first. Look for Kendi and Tom
to join the other rhinos on the savannah at Disney's Animal Kingdom soon.
Details & Discussion
January
7, 2007
Winter
Refurbishment Updates
Disney
has added Turtle Talk with Crush to their latest list of winter
refurbishments. The interactive attraction will be closed from January 29
through February 16, 2007. Many restaurants, resort pools, and theme park
attractions are scheduled for renovations and rehab from January through
March. This includes: Rock n' Roller Coaster, The Liberty Square River Boat,
Tomorrowland Indy Speedway, Mitsukoshi Teppanyaki Restaurant, Kali River
Rapids, El Rio del Tiempo, Splash Mountain, The Many Adventures of Winnie
the Pooh, Wilderness Lodge Pool and 1900 Park Fare - to name a few. Please
check our Refurbishment page below for the complete list of closings and how
they may effect your vacation.
Closing & Refurbishment Page
January
3, 2007
Annual
Passholder Discounts Announced
Disney
has
released room-only discounts, at select resorts, for Annual Passholders
vacationing between February 15 - March 30, 2007. Discounts include select
Value Resorts for $79+, Moderate Resorts from $124+ and Deluxe Resorts from
$219+ per night. The number of rooms offered at these rates is limited. Ask
for code FCQ. For details contact INTERCOT's Official Travel Agency, Magical
Journeys at 1-570-785-3283, or visit their
web site and fill out a quote form.
Details & Discussion
January
2, 2007
Monsters
Inc. Laugh Floor Comedy Club Previews Delayed
The
Disney Vacation Club and Annual Passholder previews on January 19-21 for
Monsters Inc. Laugh Floor Comedy Club, at Magic Kingdom's Tomorrowland, have
been delayed. When the new attraction opens officially in Spring 2007,
Guests will be treated to an engaging and interactive attraction that lets
them laugh, joke and match wits with beloved characters from the hit Disney/Pixar
film Monsters, Inc.. New preview dates have not been released at this time.
Details & Discussion
January
1, 2007
Park Calendar Released for
July 2007
The
Walt Disney
World Resort has released it's
Extra Magic Hours, Operating and Event schedules for July 2007. 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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