Walt Disney World Debuts Reality Gameshow ‘Celebration Showdown’ (Video)

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Take two families with something special to Celebrate, and two motivated individuals who want those families to have an experience of a lifetime…put them head-to-head as they compete to win special Walt Disney World moments theyll remember for the rest of their lives. See the full episodes, hosted by Disney Channel’s Phill Lewis at www.DisneyParks.com/videos.

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Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days for the Nintendo DS Released with All-New Multi-Player Mode

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LOS ANGELES, Sept. 29 — Square Enix, Inc., the publisher of Square Enix® interactive entertainment products in North America, and Disney Interactive Studios announced today that KINGDOM HEARTS 358/2 Days is now available at retail stores across North America.

Uncover the mysteries surrounding the story of Roxas, the “other hero,” with the latest entry in a series that has shipped over 12 million copies worldwide. The first KINGDOM HEARTS title developed for Nintendo DS(TM), KINGDOM HEARTS 358/2 Days is also the first in the series to feature multiplayer capabilities. Fans can now explore the enchanted Disney worlds alongside friends, choosing to play as any member of Organization XIII, each with their own unique personality and abilities.

Portable and interactive, KINGDOM HEARTS 358/2 Days offers a brand-new KINGDOM HEARTS experience that retains the same enduring charm, storytelling depth and action-packed battle system embraced by gamers across the globe. Experience KINGDOM HEARTS like never before as the action-RPG series is re-imagined for an exciting new adventure!

THE STORY
In KINGDOM HEARTS, Sora turned the Keyblade on himself in order to release Kairi’s heart, but his own heart was also released in the process. This brought about the creation of Roxas, Sora’s Nobody. Unlike most Nobodies, however, Roxas has no memories of his past. He joins Organization XIII and slowly begins to discover the truth behind his existence and the Organization itself. He meets and befriends the fourteenth member of the Organization, who also has no recollection of her past. What will Roxas see during his time in the Organization? What is the connection between him, Sora and the fourteenth member? And what becomes of them? Dive into the heart of the KINGDOM HEARTS storyline’s biggest secrets.

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Disney Publishing Launches Interactive Online Library of Over 500 Disney Books; Free Trial Available

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Disney Digital BooksWHITE PLAINS, N.Y., SEPTEMBER 29, 2009 — Disney Publishing Worldwide (DPW) unveiled today a groundbreaking online initiative with the launch of Disney Digital Books (www.disneydigitalbooks.com), a new, cutting-edge way for children to experience the joy of reading in a robust and safe interactive environment.

“Disney Digital Books is an industry-defining service that Disney Publishing is uniquely qualified to deliver,” said Russell Hampton, President, Disney Publishing Worldwide. “As one of the world’s largest publishers of children’s books, we have an extensive library of titles featuring Disney’s beloved characters, with something for every level of reader.”

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Alternative Options for ‘Give a Day, Get a Day’ Disney Parks Program Announced

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As with the Birthday promotion, guests who will not see a benefit from receiving a free day of admission to a Disney theme park can choose one of the following options:

  • Disney’s Special FASTPASS® card for certain attractions for themselves and up to five additional members of their part (note the number of available FASTPASS cards is limited on a daily basis; guests are advised to claim theirs before 11 am)
  • A collectible Ear Hat figurine with exclusive trading pins (available at select retail locations)
  • Donate their ticket to a non-profit organization designated by Disney Parks
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Disney Parks Offers New ‘Give a Day, Get a Day’ Program in 2010 – Volunteer for Free Admission

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Walt Disney Company President and CEO, Robert Iger (left), is joined by Teri Hatcher, James Denton and HandsOn Network President, Amy Smith (right), are joined by Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy for an announcement by Disney Parks at a volunteer event in Los Angeles, Calif., on Tuesday. (Paul Hiffmeyer/Disneyland)Sept. 29, 2009 – Disney Parks today announced a new program that celebrates the spirit of volunteer service with a simple proposition: “Give a Day, Get a Disney Day.”

Disney hopes to inspire families to volunteer in their communities during 2010 through this first-of-its-kind program. One million people who perform volunteer service for a participating organization will receive a free one-day admission ticket to a Walt Disney World Resort or Disneyland Resort theme park.

While the “Give a Day, Get a Disney Day” program kicks off Jan. 1, right now guests can learn more about the program and how to get their free one-day admission to a Walt Disney World or Disneyland theme park by visiting www.DisneyParks.com (for the United States and Puerto Rico) or www.DisneyParks.ca (for Canada).

In the past year, guests have been celebrating all sorts of special moments in their lives at Disney parks – from birthdays and anniversaries to reunions and graduations – as part of the “What Will You Celebrate?” campaign.

“In 2010, we want to recognize and add one more reason for celebration: the contributions people make to their communities every day,” said Jay Rasulo, chairman of Walt Disney Parks and Resorts.  “We want to inspire 1 million volunteers – people who will invest time and energy to make their own communities and neighborhoods a better place.”

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Villas at Grand Californian Hotel Grand Opening and Tour (Video)

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Disneyland has just released this video of the grand opening of the Disney Vacation Club’s first west coast entry, the Villas at the Grand Californian at the Disneyland Resort. Also featured are several cast members talking about the new addition to the DVC family as well as a tour of the rooms and facilities.

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First Look: Castaway Cay’s Expansion, Pelican Plunge

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Pelican Plunge at Disney Cruise Line's Castaway CayAs part of the announced expansion for Castaway Cay in anticipation of the larger Disney Cruise Line ships bringing more guests each day to Disney’s private little getaway, we are pleased to bring you your first look at Pelican Plunge. At 2,400-square-feet in area, this floating platform boasts two water slides – an enclosed corkscrew slide and a 140-foot-long open slide – that take guests on a twisting ride, ending with a splash into the lagoon. A giant “bucket dump” will soak guests on the platform.

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The Princess and the Frog Display at Disney’s Hollywood Studios (Photo Gallery)

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Although it’s been on display for about a month or so thus far, we hope those of you who have not yet seen or it will be unable to see it will enjoy our photo gallery of the artwork, maquettes and other items of interest on display at the Animation Building at Disney’s Hollywood Studios for The Princess and the Frog.

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New Poster for Disney’s The Princess and the Frog Has Lots of Character

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The Princess and the Frog PosterDisney has been kind enough to furnish us with this beauty of a poster for their upcoming release from the Walt Disney Animation Studios, The Princess and the Frog.

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Production Begins on All New Disney Channel Original Movie, ‘Starstruck,’ Featuring Hollywood Landmarks

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Production has begun on “Starstruck,” a music-filled Disney Channel Original Movie starring Sterling Knight (“Sonny With A Chance”) and introducing Danielle Campbell. Slated to premiere in 2010, the movie is filming in and around Los Angeles at landmark locations including Hollywood Boulevard, Sunset Boulevard, the Hollywood Sign, Grauman’s Chinese Theater and the Venice Boardwalk.

The story follows Jessica Olson (played by Campbell), a down-to-earth girl from the Midwest who collides (literally) with Hollywood’s teen heartthrob, pop star Christopher Wilder (played by Knight). They wind up on a love-struck adventure in Southern California, but their bond is tested when she returns home and he publicly denies their relationship.

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