NEW YORK, April 29 /PRNewswire/ — This year, PEOPLE en Espanol’s “50 Most Beautiful” special issue features nine of today’s most popular Hispanic women on the cover. Desperate Housewive’s Eva Longoria, Nacho Libre’s Ana de la Reguera, Univision’s top rated soap actress Maite Perroni, and current Miss Universe, Dayana Mendoza, posed together for the cover in the heart of Miami Beach.
Radio Disney to Premiere New Duet by Hannah Montana and David Archuleta May 2
Radio Disney will present the world premiere of a new song from Disney Channel’s “Hannah Montana” on SATURDAY, MAY 2 (6:00 p.m., ET/3:00 p.m., PT) during its Planet Premiere feature. “I Wanna Know You,” a duet by Miley Cyrus as Hannah Montana and American Idol’s David Archuleta, will be featured in a new episode of the hit series on Sunday, May 3 (8:00-8:30 p.m., ET/PT) on Disney Channel.
Star Wars Weekends 2009 Backstage Posters
Meant to promote awareness of the annual event at Disney’s Hollywood Studios amongst Cast Members, StarWars.com provides us with a look at some of the eye candy normally only seen by those who work for the Disney Empire.
![Disney Channel's "Avalon High" stars Molly Quinn as Jen, Devon Graye as Marco, Brittany Robertson as Allie Pennington, Steve Valentine as Mr Moore, Gregg Sulkin as Will Wagner, Christopher Tavarez as Lance Benwick and Joey Pollari as Miles. (DISNEY CHANNEL/BOB D'AMICO)](http://www.stitchkingdom.com/wp-content/gallery/dcom_avalon_high_stills/120411_d_0021r_ful.jpg "Disney Channel's "Avalon High" stars Molly Quinn as Jen, Devon Graye as Marco, Brittany Robertson as Allie Pennington, Steve Valentine as Mr Moore, Gregg Sulkin as Will Wagner, Christopher Tavarez as Lance Benwick and Joey Pollari as Miles. (DISNEY CHANNEL/BOB D'AMICO)")
First Week’s Sales to Disneynature’s EARTH Means 2.7 Million Trees to be Planted
BURBANK, Calif., April 29 — Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures has arranged with The Nature Conservancy to plant 2.7 million trees in Brazil’s Atlantic Forest, one of the planet’s most endangered rainforests, it was announced by Dick Cook, chairman, The Walt Disney Studios. In keeping with the Disneynature EARTH’s themes of protecting the planet and its wildlife, Walt Disney Studios volunteered to plant a tree in honor of every moviegoer who saw the film during its first week of release. The motion picture grossed an impressive $16.1 million at the box office during week one and broke an opening day record as well as an opening weekend record for a nature documentary. The film also garnered the highest praise from critics and moviegoers alike.
Florida Legislature Passes Time Share ‘Debt-Cancellation’ Bill
The Florida legislature has approved a bill that allows time share operators such as Disney’s Disney Vacation Club (DVC) to sell policies to new buyers that will allow them to walk away should they suffer a loss of income. The bill, championed by Disney, means that hesitant prospective buyers who are afraid to invest in the time share given the current state of the economy will now be offered the potential to drop the time share and any remaining balance due.
The bill will be sent to the Governor’s office who’s expected to sign.
Report: Disney Cruise Line Nixxing Cozumel Visit (At Least for Now)
In response to concerns surrounding the swine flu, cruise lines are making adjustments to their itineraries, with DCL replacing its May 6 docking at Cozumel with Nassau.
Kodak’s Fantasy Golf Game Offers Chance to Win ‘Disney Golf Dream’ Vacation
ROCHESTER, N.Y.- One of the most exciting new events on the PGA TOUR this season, the Kodak Challenge, is inviting golf fans to play along with the professionals. Kodak is launching a new fantasy golf league, the Kodak Challenge Fantasy Pick ’Em, which enables fans to experience the action of the Kodak Challenge in a free online game at www.fantasy.kodakchallenge.com. Participants are eligible for Kodak prizes as well as a season-ending giveaway to win a “DISNEY Golf Dream Vacation for Four.”
Comfort Inn and Radio Disney Offer Chance to Win Getaway and Demi Lovato Meet & Greet
SILVER SPRING, Md., April 29 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — This summer, make Comfort Inn your headquarters for family fun. With free hot breakfast, free high-speed Internet and inviting accommodations — you’ll find everything you need for a great stay and you’ll find it all at the right price.
To ensure some all-star summer fun, Comfort Inn hotels has joined forces with Radio Disney, Disney Online, Family Fun magazine and Disney Music Group to present the Groovin’ Family Getaway with Comfort Inn Featuring Demi Lovato sweepstakes.
Adventures By Disney Website Receives Best Travel Website Award
BURBANK, Calif., April 29 /PRNewswire/ — Adventures by Disney (AdventuresbyDisney.com),provider of high-end family travel experiences, was awarded Best Travel Website by the Internet Advertising Competition (IAC) Awards. The IAC Awards, produced by the Web Marketing Association, recognize excellence in online advertising and those responsible for the best in Internet marketing. The Best Travel Website award is given to travel industry sites that exemplify creativity, innovation, design, memorability and impact. The new website was created by a dedicated Adventures by Disney web team at WDPRO (Walt Disney Parks & Resorts Online).
Details on New Jonas Brothers Album, Lines, Vines and Trying Times Released
BURBANK, Calif., April 29 /PRNewswire/ — Jonas Brothers’ highly anticipated new album Lines, Vines and Trying Times is scheduled for world wide release June 16, and the ramp up kicks off May 8 with the release of the first single, “Paranoid.” On May 8, “Paranoid” will roll out to radio and online worldwide, and on Verizon for ring tones. The single will be available for digital download on iTunes staring May 12. The video for “Paranoid” will be directed by The Malloys, who previously worked with Jonas Brothers on their smash hit single and video “Burnin’ Up.”
