Nikon, Walt Disney World Resort Collaborate To Help Guests Create Picture-Perfect Memories

Recognizing the millions of magical memories made and captured at Walt Disney World Resort every year, Nikon Inc. and Disney have collaborated to offer park guests a guide to capturing precious moments in amazing quality. Located in the “Learn & Explore” area of NikonUSA.com, Nikon’s new “Unforgettable Memories” page is a resource for guests and their loved ones to document their adventures at Walt Disney World Resort and preserve their memories for generations to come.

On the “Unforgettable Memories” page, Nikon, the Official Walt Disney World Camera and the Official Disneyland Camera, lends its expertise in the world of imaging to offer highlights of “must-have” shots at a variety of locations throughout the resort, alongside practical photography tips that will allow guests to capture the people and things they love with confidence. Also included are real-world how-to videos curated by Nikon Ambassadors, an elite group of influential visual artists and leaders in modern photography, that will help even novice photographers get the most out of their vacation photos.

“A Walt Disney World vacation is a magical experience for visitors from around the world and Nikon remains as committed as ever to giving them the tools to capture and share the love and happiness of the vacation in the quality they deserve,” saidMasahiro Horie, Director of Marketing and Planning, Nikon Inc. “Building upon our alliance with Walt Disney World Resort, the ‘Unforgettable Memories’ page serves as a one-stop destination for helping families preserve precious moments that can last a lifetime.”

The site showcases the most iconic locations to document one’s journey throughout Magic Kingdom Park, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Epcot and Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park. Visitors can also access a complimentary photography checklist, curated by Nikon, to take with them on their next Walt Disney World Resort vacation.

In 2013, Nikon Inc., Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort announced a multi-year strategic alliance, bringing together a global leader in imaging and the world’s leading family vacation destinations. Through the relationship, Nikon was named the “Official Walt Disney World Camera” and the “Official Disneyland Camera” and the brand has become fully integrated in the parks through Nikon-branded Picture Spots and Disney PhotoPass Service, where Disney PhotoPass Photographers are exclusively equipped with Nikon cameras and accessories. Disney Fine Art Photographers at Disney’s Fairy Tale Weddings & Honeymoons, as well as Adventure Guides with Adventures by Disney, are also exclusively outfitted with Nikon cameras.

For full details on how to help capture “Unforgettable Memories” at Walt Disney World Resort, please visit:www.nikonusa.com/disneyparks

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More Than 27,000 Athletes Set to Compete in World’s Largest Volleyball Event in Central Florida This Month

More than 27,000 athletes from across the country, including thousands of Orlando-area athletes, are expected to bump, set and spike during the 43rd annual AAU Girls’ Junior National Volleyball Championships in Central Florida beginning June 18.

The eight-day event has held the title of largest volleyball event in the world since 2012 when the 16U Club division set the current Guinness Book of World Records mark. It attracts approximately 40,000 spectators, 9,000 coaches and 400 college coaches and takes place on 177 courts between ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at Walt Disney World Resort and Orange County Convention Center.

“The AAU Girls’ Junior National Volleyball Championships is the pinnacle event for AAU Volleyball athletes,” said Dr. Roger J. Goudy, President/CEO of the AAU. “The relationships we have built throughout Central Florida help make this a once-in-a-lifetime experience for all our athletes and their families.”

The marquee annual event for the fastest-growing sport in the AAU, the AAU Girls’ Junior National Volleyball Championships features 31 divisions of competition, including an international division with teams from Brazil, China, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Mexico, Puerto Rico and Slovenia.

The AAU Girls’ Junior National Volleyball Championship has more than doubled in the last five years, increasing from approximately 1,000 teams in 2011 to more than 2,300 teams in this year’s event. Still growing, the economic impact to Central Florida is expected to be over $52 million per year with participants and their families visiting local hotels, shops, restaurants and other Central Florida businesses.

“We are excited to welcome the AAU Girls’ Junior National Volleyball Championships to Orlando,” said Visit Orlando President and CEO George Aguel. “More than 75,000 athletes, spectators and coaches will experience our wide variety of hotels, local attractions and award-winning dining that make us a top host city for sporting events.”

Select championship games will air live on WatchESPN and the WatchESPN application from ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex, which has become the worldwide leader in ESPN3 content production. Additional games will be streamed live on Sports Network Live.

For scores and info during the AAU Girls’ Junior National Volleyball Championships, visit www.aauvolleyball.org. You can also follow the event on Twitter at @AAUVolleyball, #AAUVBNatls and on www.facebook.com/realaauvolleyball.

Media interested in covering this event should contact Cody Norman, AAU Public Relations Manager at cnorman@aausports.org.

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FIRST LOOK: Disney Pixar’s super cute new short Piper

DISNEY Pixar has released the first stills from its new short Piper, which will screen in cinemas before Finding Dory this summer.

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RESERVATIONS NOW OPEN FOR NEW DINING PACKAGE AT TONY’S TOWN SQUARE RESTAURANT AT MAGIC KINGDOM PARK

When guests visit Walt Disney World® Resort, they can enjoy the Main Street Electrical Parade at Magic Kingdom® Park in a whole new way.

Reservations are now available for the new Main Street Electrical Dining Package at Tony’s Town Square Restaurant, which includes reserved viewing for the popular nighttime parade.

Guests can take a mid-day break as they indulge in a delicious three-course lunch, including their choice of appetizer, entrée, dessert and a beverage. They can choose from favorites like Chicken Parmigiana, Spaghetti with meatballs or Margherita Pizza. And for dessert, there’s the classic Tiramisú or a decadent chocolate cake layered with a chocolate-hazelnut filling.

During the meal, they’ll receive a voucher for their reserved viewing of the Main Street Electrical Parade.

The cost is $45 for adults, $17 for children plus tax and gratuity. It is one table-service entitlement on the Disney Dining Plan. Book by calling 407-WDW-DINE or visiting Disneyworld.com/dine.

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Disney plans to add luxury hotel at Disneyland Resort

To take advantage of the city’s new policy giving tax incentives to build luxury hotels, Disneyland officials submitted plans Tuesday to add a fourth Disney-themed hotel at the resort.

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GOLF GETAWAY PACKAGES AT WALT DISNEY WORLD RESORT

With summer in full swing, it’s the perfect time for our Clients to take advantage of Golf Getaway Packages at Walt Disney World® Resort.

They can choose between a two-night ($284 per person, per night) or three-night ($250 per person, per night) golf package that includes hotel room, two or three rounds of golf and a two-day Magic Your Way® Base Ticket, plus a $30 or $45 Pro Shop credit depending on their length of stay.

As with other Walt Disney Travel Company packages, these golf packages are eligible for commission (excluding any pro shop credits). In addition, add-on options are available (air, transfers, car rental, insurance, in-room gifting, etc). Extra rounds of golf, alternate resort selections, and longer lengths of stay may be accommodated (pending availability).

Contact Travel Agents, Scott and Becky Donahue, of Wish Upon a Star With Us to plan and book your vacation. or this package.

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10 Mistakes to Avoid When Planning Your Disney Vacation

You packed your day-bag and you’re ready to head out to the park, but have you forgotten anything? Did you check the transportation schedule? Did you bring enough money? Did you make your dining reservations?

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‘Hamilton’ Actress Phillipa Soo Joins Disney’s ‘Moana’

Next month, Lin-Manuel Miranda will exit as the star of his Broadway juggernaut Hamilton. But soon he’ll be reuniting with one of his co-stars on another project.

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Latest Walt Disney World Refurbishment List

Magic Kingdom® Park
Monorail
The Walt Disney World® Resort Monorail System is undergoing refurbishment and may be on modified service and/or routes. If Guests plan to use this form of transportation during their visit they should check to be sure of the best option available on their day of travel, as alternative transportation options will be available.		 Through June 2016
Swiss Family Treehouse
Liberty Square Riverboat
Big Thunder Mountain Railroad
“it’s a small world”		 Jul. 6 – Sep. 24, 2016
Aug. 1 – 7, 2016
Aug. 8 – Nov. 18, 2016
Aug. 22 – Sep. 15, 2016
Epcot®
Stave Church Gallery
House of the Whispering Willows		 Apr. 20 – Jun. 20, 2016
May 2 – Jun. 16, 2016
Disney’s Hollywood Studios®
Pizza Planet
Walt Disney: One Man’s Dream
Voyage of the Little Mermaid
MuppetVision 3D		 Jan. 19 – Late 2016
Jul. 16 – 19, 2016
Jul. 24 – 27, 2016
Aug. 15 – 22, 2016
Disney’s Animal Kingdom® Theme Park
DINOSAUR Jul. 25 – Sep. 29, 2016

Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park
None  
Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park
None

Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort
Soft Goods Refurbishment Apr. 2 – Sep. 24, 2016
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani Village
Soft Goods Refurbishment Jul. 15, 2016 – Jan. 24, 2017
Disney’s Beach Club Villas
Soft Goods & Bath Refurbishment Jan. 22 – Aug. 17, 2016
Disney’s BoardWalk Inn
Flying Fish Restaurant Through Summer 2016
Garden Suites Accessible Room Refurbishments Jun. 8 – Jul. 12, 2016
Disney’s BoardWalk Villas
Room Refurbishments May 16 – Aug 30, 2016
Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort
Trinidad South Pool May 2 – Jun. 10, 2016
Martinique Pool May 31 – Jul. 1, 2016
Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground
Construction work in Loop 2100
There will be increased traffic throughout the resort between the hours of 9:00 am and 5:00 pm. Guests should allow extra time for travel.		 Through July 2016
Disney’s Hilton Head Island Resort
Beach Renourishment Project May 1 – Fall 2016
Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside
Routine Roof Maintenance
During this time Guests may see work in progress.		 Through Summer 2016
Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa
Treehouse Villas Soft Goods Rehab Feb. 7 – Jun. 22, 2016
Disney’s Vero Beach Resort
Hard Goods Refurbishment Jan. 24 – Jul. 2, 2016
Shutter’s and Bleacher’s Bar & Grill
Closing to make way for new dining experiences coming soon		 Jun. 19, 2016
Disney’s Wilderness Lodge & Villas
General Resort Refurbishments
Due to extensive refurbishment projects, Guests will very likely see and hear construction work in various areas throughout their stay. To minimize disruptions, we will attempt to limit work until after 9:00 a.m.
At this time, many popular areas will remained closed – including the Hidden Springs Pool (the leisure pool at The Villas at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge), beach, marina, playground and more. In addition, certain pathways, like our nature trail, will be unavailable, and surrounding views may be altered. However, the recently renovated Silver Creek Springs Pool will remain open and boat transportation to Magic Kingdom park will continue to be offered.		 Through 2017
Cub’s Den (Children’s Activity Center) – unavailable Through 2017
Sturdy Branches Health Club – unavailable July – October 2016
Buena Vista Palace
General Resort Refurbishments
Due to multiple resort refurbishment projects, Guests will notice construction work in various areas. The pool will be unavailable. The spa pool, located in the main tower will remain open for all guests. Additionally, neighboring hotels on Hotel Plaza Blvd. will allow Buena Vista Palace guests to use their pools during this time. Watercress Café will be closed during this time, however, the one80 Sports Bar and Restaurant will be open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.		 Through June 2016
Walt Disney World Dolphin Hotel
Guest Room Renovations
Renovation work is scheduled to take place between 7 a.m. – 6 p.m. daily. No guests will be accommodated in the renovation area as to minimize impact on the guest experience.		 June – September 2016

Disney Springs™
Roadwork on Buena Vista Drive
Due to heavy roadwork, expect delays on Buena Vista Drive. It is recommended that Guests use complimentary Walt Disney World Resort transportation from Parks and Resorts to Disney Springs and plan to arrive early for reserved dining and entertainment experiences.		 Through May 2016
Planet Hollywood Jan. 6 – Summer 2016
Fulton’s Crab House – reopening as Paddlefish Apr. 4 – Fall 2016

Golf Courses/Miniature Golf
None  

Information and dates subject to change without notice.

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‘Zootopia’ Hops Past $1B Global Box Office

With an additional $4.4M worldwide this weekend, Disney’s Zootopia has become the studio’s second $1B grosser of the year at the global box office.

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