The vacation destination of the world, Dubai, is turning out to be a mirage. Busch Entertainment just announced that the “Worlds of Discovery” park that was to be constructed in Dubai, on a Shamu shaped island, is off the table. Other projects are also having… Read More »No SeaWorld, Busch Gardens in Dubai
Disneyland Castmember Alum Steve Martin also plays a mean banjo. (You may have seen him in a few other things too.) So it would be remiss of me to let this great story in the NY Times go by without at least a mention. “It’s… Read More »Steve Martin plays a mean Banjo
Walt Disney World President Meg Crofton is committed to the Orlando community. Her position gives her real power to make a difference in the lives of many people. Plus, having a strong community from which to draw employees is a key business need for Walt Disney World Resort, so it’s all good.
A few years ago Disney lobbied for a state wide high speed rail. Sadly it went down to defeat by those who don’t believe in the power of its economic engine. With stimulus checks coming out of Washington DC shortly, hopefully the state will take another look at High Speed Rail.
But in the meantime there is SunRail. A commuter rail line trying to lay down some tracks in Central Florida. As you might expect Meg and Disney are on board with its potential as well. The following editorial appeared in the Orlando Sentinel this morning.
February 3, 2009 — Orlando Sentinel
My Word Column, Meg Crofton
As the leader of a business that employs more than 60,000 Central Floridians, I find a lot to like about SunRail. It will provide another way for commuters to reach their jobs. It will open new access to existing businesses. And it will help bring new businesses here.
All of these are important. But one thing that might not be so obvious is how SunRail is going to improve something Central Florida is already famous for — our quality of life.
At Disney, we believe stories have the power to paint pictures of what might be. Let me tell you a story — a story about Central Florida as it might look with SunRail, just a few years from now:
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The Walt Disney Company shared results from its first quarter (actually 4th quarter 08 calendar speaking) and profits dropped 32 percent. That and some other shaky news has caused shares to slide which has me itching to do one thing. Buy some Disney stock. Alas,… Read More »Disney posts drop in profits, gloomy outlook looms
Update: With their 1Q results Disney announced that their discount packages will be extended until August of 08. With the economy in near shambles, Central Florida tourist destinations know they have to offer some pretty good deals to get you in the door. The Walt… Read More »Orlando Theme Parks Offer Great Deals for Family Travel
One of my favorite modern Disney traditions is the “What’s Next?” ad campaign and the resulting victory parade that’s held at the nearest Disney resort. This year saw the victorious “Steeler Nation” shift their victory celebration east from Tampa to Walt Disney World Resort Monday… Read More »Super Bowl MVP Santonio Holmes Victory Parade at Magic Kingdom
Pittsburgh Steelers’ Santonio Holmes and Ben Roethlisberger, in the famous “what’s next?” Super Bowl Commercial, declare “We’re Going To Disney World”. Superbowl MVP Holmes will be at the Magic Kingdom today (Feb 2) at 11AM for his victory parade. (video courtesy Disney) Previously: Holmes to… Read More »Steelers’ Holmes and Roethlisberg “We’re Going to Disney World” Commercial
Update: Just heard that Roethlisberger will not be in the parade. But MVP Holmes will be. Be there at 11AM. So how are Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Santonio Holmes and quarterback Ben Roethlisberger celebrating their heroic play in Super Bowl XLIII? In the frenzied moments… Read More »Holmes and Roethlisberger Celebrating their Super Bowl with victory parade at Disney World!