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Cost Cuts Help Disney Offset Impact of Theme Park Discounts

Thursday, May 7, 2009

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Theme-park executives at the Walt Disney Co. surprised even Wall Street this week with their ability to cut costs.

Swine Flu Another Headache for Orlando Theme Parks

Wednesday, April 29, 2009

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As health authorities test whether a tourist who visited Walt Disney World earlier this week was infected with swine flu, industry experts said Tuesday the giant resort and other theme parks potentially faces substantial fallout.

The Travelears 043 – WDW Resort Update

Tuesday, April 28, 2009

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On this weeks show Aj, Chris, Will and Shannon discuss the news and events happening in Walt Disney World.

A First Hand Review Of Animal Kingdoms “Picnic In The Park” Dining Initiative

Friday, April 24, 2009

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A few weeks ago, the travelears alerted its subscribers to a new dining initiative called Picnic in the Park. Since then, there has been an enormous amount of chatter within the Disney online community regarding Animal Kingdom's new initiative and I thought that this would be an opportune time to share a first hand review of this new dining opportunity.

The Travelears 042 – 7 Parks in & Days Two Kingdom Tour

Friday, April 24, 2009

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Join us on this special edition of the show, as Aj, Chris, Will and Shannon talk about our upcoming 7 Parks in Â 7 Days, Two Kingdom Tour. The Tour that will kick offÂ on May 1st will take the crew from the West Coast to the East Coast to visit Disneyland, DCA, Epcot, Animal Kingdom, DHS, [...]

Disney and Macy’s Celebrate Moms — ‘Mother’s Day’ Promotion

Tuesday, April 21, 2009

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Disney Parks has teamed up with Macyâ€™s to offer royal treatment to fifty-one lucky winners in honor of Motherâ€™s Day!

The Travelears 041 – Bad Economy For Disney Travel?

Tuesday, April 21, 2009

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With all the talk of doom, gloom and economic disaster, the Travelears crew take the opportunity on show #41 to discuss travel opportunities and discounts that have emerged due to theÂ financialÂ turmoil that has effected the globalÂ economy. As normal, the crew inject some humour into this very serious topic and we are joined by Carla again [...]

Theme Park Dilemma…How to Let Kids Take Risks, be Safe From Negligence

Friday, April 17, 2009

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Guests who want to cruise the lakes and lagoons at Walt Disney World can rent everything from two-person Sea Raycers to leisurely pontoon boats â€” as long as they sign a waiver protecting Disney from lawsuits should anything go wrong on the water.

Your invitation to attend “Harbor Nights Primavera” at Loews Portofino Bay Hotel

Tuesday, April 14, 2009

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Attached this month is your invitation to attend "Harbor Nights Primavera", a wine tasting and jazz event designed to capture the ambiance of the Mediterranean. Featuring select wines and sparkling wines, gourmet food samples, live jazz music and complimentary, hand-rolled cigars. Harbor Nights takes place under the twinkling lights of the Harbor Piazza at Loews Portofino Bay Hotel.

BUSCH GARDENS TAMPA BAY “Comprehensive Park, Admission, Dining, Ride and Tour Guide”

Sunday, April 12, 2009

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If you are a regular listener to the podcast, you will know that I like to occasionally venture out of the "Disney Bubble" to experience the other fine attractions that Florida has to offer. During a WDW trip in 2008, I had the opportunity to visit Busch Gardens at Tampa with my family and had a fantastic day. The following guide has been prepared by the PR people at Busch, and it will give you a great insight into this amazing park. Give Busch Gardens a try during your next visit, you may be pleasantly surprised.