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Report: WDW’s Hyperion Wharf project on hold
Walt Disney World’s “Hyperion Wharf” project, floated as a replacement for Pleasure Island, has been put on indefinite hold, the Orlando Sentinel reported. “As with any project of this size and scope, our plans have continued to grow and evolve over time as part of our creative process, and it has simply taken longer than we anticipated,” the newspaper quoted Walt Disney World spokeswoman Zoraya Suarez as saying. “We are committed to creating absolutely the
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Worked killed in Animal Kingdom mishap
A 52-year-old maintenance worker repairing the Animal Kingdom’s Primeval Whirl died after he was struck by a ride vehicle, according to published reports. “Our Walt Disney World community has experienced a tragic loss,” the Orlando Sentinel quoted Walt Disney World President Meg Crofton as saying in a statement. “We extend our heartfelt condolences to Russ Roscoe’s family and we are working to assist them during this difficult time; our thoughts and our prayers are with
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WDW: Pleasure Island transforming into wharf
West Center Street.com Walt Disney World is making a number of changes to Downtown Disney, including transforming Pleasure Island into a wharf-themed destination. “We have made great progress since first announcing our vision to bring new shopping, dining and entertainment experiences to Downtown Disney, many of which can’t be found anywhere else and have already become guest favorites,” Keith Bradford, vice president of Downtown Disney, said in a news release. “We look forward to providing
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Waterfront district among plans for Downtown Disney
Official WDW News Release Work will soon begin on a completely re-imagined Pleasure Island and other one-of-a-kind experiences as Walt Disney World Resort continues to bring new stories to life at Downtown Disney. Combined, the projects are expected to create an estimated 1,200 new jobs over the next three years. “We have made great progress since first announcing our vision to bring new shopping, dining and entertainment experiences to Downtown Disney, many of which can’t
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Walt Disney World Parade Celebrates Super Bowl MVP Drew Brees
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., Feb. 8 /PRNewswire/ — The Magic Kingdom Philharmonic Band came marching down Main Street, U.S.A. Monday behind New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees. He was riding in a pewter convertible with Mickey Mouse, waving to cheering fans. He’d earned the ride – and the adulation – Sunday night by marching the Saints to a 31-17 victory over the Indianapolis Colts in Super Bowl XLIV in South Florida. Celebrating Super Bowl heroes