Parade Designer Richard Improta from Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Creative Entertainment and Tony Award-winning Production Designer Michael Curry discuss the inspiration behind this show-stopping Maleficent float in the “Disney Festival of Fantasy Parade” at Magic Kingdom Park.
In summer 2015, Disney Cruise Line is charting a magical new course for northern Europe – exploring for the first time the Norwegian fjords, Iceland and the Faroe Islands. Plus, Disney Cruise Line is returning to the Baltic for all-new itineraries, including sailings from Copenhagen, Denmark to St. Petersburg, Russia. Cruises to the Mediterranean, Alaska, Caribbean and Bahamas also are included in the summer lineup.
Bookings open to the public on March 27, 2014. More details on 2015 itineraries can be found on the Itineraries and Ports for 2015 section of disneycruise.com.
Norwegian Fjords
On seven and nine-night sailings departing from Copenhagen, Disney Cruise Line guests are immersed in the splendor and charm of Norway with exciting new ports, steeped in Viking history. An 11-night sailing on the Disney Magic takes guests to Iceland and the Faroe Islands for the very first time.
The Norwegian fjords served as the inspiration and backdrop for Disney’s blockbuster animated film, “Frozen.” Here, guests will discover breathtaking natural wonders such as magnificent mountain ranges, massive glaciers, steaming geysers and majestic fjords. The enchanting Scandinavian culture of the region comes to life through local attractions, stunning architecture, storybook villages and historic city centers.
NEW Seven-night Norwegian Fjords
Ports: Copenhagen, Denmark; Stavanger, Alesund, Geiranger and Bergen, Norway
Departure date: June 6
NEW Nine-night Norwegian Fjords
Ports: Copenhagen, Denmark; Stavanger, Alesund, Geiranger, Molde, Olden and Bergen, Norway
Departure date: June 20
NEW 11-night Norwegian Fjords and Iceland
Ports: Copenhagen, Denmark; Oslo, Kristiansand and Stavanger Norway; Akureyri and Reykjavik (overnight), Iceland; Torshavn, Faroe Islands; Dover, England
Departure date: June 29
Rates start at $1,561 per person for seven-night cruises, $2,133 per person for nine-night cruises and $2,453 per person for 11-night Norwegian fjords cruises for a standard inside stateroom, based on double occupancy.
ABC’s ‘Once Upon a Time in Wonderland’ starring Sophie Lowe, will not be returning for a second season. The series finale will air April 3.
Walt Disney Pictures will be airing the new TV spot for Maleficent during the Kids’ Choice Awards on Nickelodeon on Saturday, March 29, but you don’t have to wait that long to see it as ComingSoon.net has got your exclusive first look below.
This performance of “it’s a small world” comes from musician Michael Antoine from Trinidad, where his father taught him how to play the instrument.
Amid a cascade of confetti, a serenade of inspiration and a high-five from Mickey Mouse today, Walt Disney World Resort awarded $3.8 million in Disney Grants to dozens of community groups that will positively impact the lives of more than 85,000 Central Florida children in the coming year.
Through the support provided by this signature giving program, Disney Grants will help Central Florida organizations build brighter futures for children in a variety of ways, such as securing food and shelter for families in need, empowering students to write their stories, and kindling a love of music and the arts throughout Orange, Osceola, Seminole, Lake and Polk counties.
“We’re honored to carry on this 42-year commitment to supporting the work of Central Florida’s community organizations,” said George A. Kalogridis, president of Walt Disney World Resort. “Whether their mission is to spark kids’ creativity, nurture family health or enlighten young people with hands-on learning opportunities – today’s Disney Grants recipients share our dedication to children and families.”
During today’s ceremony at the Orlando Science Center, grant recipients came forward to receive their special Mousecar awards and were joined by children they serve. In all, 87 organizations received financial support from Disney.
Walt Disney World Resort also presented the Bob Allen Award to Page 15, an Orlando nonprofit that offers free after-school tutoring and creative writing workshops for local students. Awarded annually in recognition of a charitable organization’s creativity and outstanding work in Central Florida, the grant will be used to help Page 15 continue to boost students’ communication skills, encourage personal creativity and inspire a lifelong passion for language arts.
The Disney Grants awarded today represent contributions to organizations that receive grants, sponsorships, event support and other donations. In past years, Disney’s signature giving program focused solely on grant recipients without including the millions of dollars Walt Disney World Resort contributed to the community in other ways.
As a company with nearly 70,000 Cast Members who live and work in Central Florida, Walt Disney World Resort is committed to investing in its community. In addition to annual cash support, Walt Disney World Resort also provided more than $33 million of in-kind donations to local organizations last year, as well as more than 308,000 volunteer hours through the efforts of Disney VoluntEARS.
Watch this video to learn how to get a head start on planning your next visit to the Disneyland Resort! These free apps can help you search for approximate attraction wait times, character meet-and-greet schedules, dining options, shopping, guest services and more.
Jeremy Renner started to wield Hawkeye’s bow in 2012′s “Avengers,” a role he reprises in April when filming begins on the sequel “Avengers: Age of Ultron.” With “Captain America: The Winter Soldier” opening next weekend, Renner spoke to Variety about working with Chris Evans and joining the Marvel universe.
Season two of “Mickey Mouse,” the multiple Emmy and Annie Award-winning comedy cartoon spotlighting Disney’s #1 star, debuts FRIDAY, APRIL 11 (9:00 p.m., ET/PT) on Disney Channel and will be available on WATCH Disney Channel, Disney.com and iTunes the day after their linear premiere. Since its debut in June 2013, the series has reached over 100 million total viewers in the U.S. and currently airs in 160 countries in 33 languages.
| Magic Kingdom® Park | |
| Pinocchio’s Village Haus Swiss Family Treehouse Big Thunder Mountain Pirates of the Caribbean Tomorrowland Transit Authority – Peoplemover Astro Orbiter |
Feb. 17 – Apr. 4, 2014 Mar. 17 – 28, 2014 Apr. 7 – 9, 2014 Apr. 28 – May 1, 2014 May 3 – Jun. 30, 2014 May 3 – Aug. 20, 2014 |
| Epcot® | |
| None | |
| Disney’s Hollywood Studios® | |
| None | |
| Disney’s Animal Kingdom® Theme Park | |
| Festival of the Lion King | Jan. 6, 2014 – TBD |
| Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park | |
| None | |
| Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park | |
| None | |
| Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge – Jambo House | |
| Roof Refurbishment | Mar. 1 – May 3, 2014 |
| Disney’s Polynesian Resort | |
| General Construction The east portion of the beach (near the Transportation and Ticket Center) and Sunset Point are being refurbished and are unavailable. Guests may see or hear work in progress. |
Dec. 2013 – Mar. 2015 |
| The Never Land Club Children’s Activity Centers at four other locations are available: Disney’s Wilderness Lodge, Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, Disney’s Beach Club Resort and the Walt Disney World Dolphin Hotel. |
Now – Early May/Jul. 2014 |
| Capt. Cook’s Capt. Cook’s will be relocated to a temporary location in the Great Ceremonial House with modified operating hours and menu items. |
Early April – July 2014 |
| Great Ceremonial House – Lobby The atrium is being reimagined to highlight the cultural elements of Polynesia and provide more expansive views. At certain times of day, there may be some noise and alternative paths of travel may be needed throughout the Great Ceremonial House. To enhance the check-in experience, Guests are encouraged to participate in Online Check-In. |
Mar. – Dec. 2014 |
| The Villas at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge | |
| General Construction Jackhammering may be heard |
Mar. 26 – 27, 2014 |
| Downtown Disney® Area | |
| Team Mickey Athletic Club | Jan. 27 – Jun. 13, 2014 |
| Parking Lots E, F, G Location Closing |
Mar. 18, 2014 |
| Pollo Campero Location Closing |
Mar. 20, 2014 |
| ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex | |
| PlayStation Pavillion Location Closing |
Mar. 11, 2014 |
| Golf Courses/Miniature Golf | |
| None | |
Information and dates subject to change without notice.
