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LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., Nov. 7 -- The sights and sounds of yuletide
merriment create magical holiday moments for guests throughout Walt
Disney World Resort Nov. 21 - Jan. 6.
Disney's Magical Holidays presents a winter wonderland that features
snow flurries in sunny Florida, dazzling light displays, fantastic
celebrations and heartfelt presentations.
And there's another special present under the towering Christmas
trees this holiday season: Disney's 100 Years of Magic celebration
commemorating Walt Disney's legacy of innovation, imagination and
family entertainment. Major entertainment spectacles are planned for
all four Walt Disney World theme parks. They include exciting new
parades, new attractions and fascinating stories behind the Disney
magic.
Mickey's Magic Kingdom Party Gets Even Merrier
The holiday celebration in the Magic Kingdom gets even bigger this
year with Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party expanded to include
more evenings than ever before. The popular holiday celebration
features marching toy soldiers, dancing snowflakes, holiday shows
and sweet treats plus Santa and his reindeer Nov. 29, 30 and Dec. 2,
6, 7, 9, 11, 13, 14, 16, 18. The party - - complete with snow
flurries -- begins at 7 p.m. (after regular park closing) and
continues until midnight.
(Advance tickets are $33 plus tax for guests ages 10 and up ($23
plus tax for ages 3-9). Tickets at the gate are $38 plus tax ($28
plus tax for ages 3-9) based on availability. For more information
guests can contact any Walt Disney World ticket location and
Ticketmaster or call 407/W-DISNEY.)
And of course the Magic Kingdom is ``dressed'' for the holidays
every day with seasonal sights that include the Town Square
Christmas tree adorned with hundreds of old-fashioned ornaments and
giant popcorn strands and topped with a traditional star. Holiday
music fills the air and guests will also be treated to holiday stage
shows, ``Fantasy in the Sky'' fireworks and complimentary cocoa,
cookies and a family photo.
Twinkling Lights Brighten Disney MGM-Studios Beginning Nov. 21
More than 350 miles of twinkling lights dazzle guests at Disney-MGM
Studios when the Osborne Family Spectacle of Lights sparkles nightly
Nov. 21 - Jan. 6.
Arkansas businessman Jennings Osborne received worldwide attention
when he created the luminous light show for his daughter more than a
decade ago. He later decided that he wanted to share his enchanted
display with people from all over the world.
For the past seven years the glittering spectacle of more than 5
million lights has delighted Walt Disney World guests. The glowing
bulbs garnish Residential Street, Washington Square and New York
Street in merry holiday displays that include 170 flying angels, two
30-foot-tall carousels, illuminated trees, 50 lighted Mickey Mouse
figures and more.
And guests will be drawn to the park's new icon, a 122-foot-tall
Mickey's Sorcerer's Hat unveiled for the 100 Years of Magic
celebration. The icon weighs 156 tons and is located at the end of
Hollywood Boulevard directly in front of the Chinese Theatre.
Epcot Observes Traditional Holiday Celebrations
Traditional celebrations from around the globe fill Epcot with
holiday spirit Nov. 23-Dec. 30.
Centerpiece of the seasonal fun is the 31st annual Candlelight
Processional at America Gardens Theatre. Celebrity narrators, joined
by a 50- piece orchestra and mass choir, deliver the traditional
Christmas story during this favorite Disney tradition. Some of the
celebrity narrators scheduled to appear include: Wayne Brady, Marlee
Matlin, Phylicia Rashad, Gary Sinese and LeVar Burton. Special
packages that include dinner at select Epcot restaurants and
preferred seating for Candlelight Processional are available by
calling 407/WDW-DINE.
Candlelight Processional is part of Holidays Around the World at
Epcot, an international celebration throughout World Showcase. The
holiday extravaganza also includes Lights of Winter, fireworks,
tree-lighting ceremonies and storytelling featuring the legends of
lore from around the world such as France's Pere No?l, Italy's La
Befana and Santa Claus. Guests can also enjoy exhibits honoring
Hanukkah, Dec. 9 - 16, and Kwanzaa, Dec. 26 - Jan. 1, 2002, in the
American Adventure Rotunda.
Holiday Shopping Divine at Downtown Disney
Holiday shoppers will delight in offerings at Downtown Disney as
Christmastime in the City creates a festive atmosphere Nov. 23 -
Jan. 2.
Dozens of specialty shops provide perfect gifts for those special
people this holiday season. And for the ultimate Disney fan,
shoppers can find all the gifts they desire in the largest Disney
shopping experience on Earth at World of Disney. And holiday items
are available 365 days a year at Disney's Days of Christmas.
But shopping's just part of the fun. When all the gifts are chosen,
guests can grab some hot chocolate, visit Santa Claus and enjoy all
the other holiday trimmings that include tree lighting ceremonies.
Special Holiday Dreams With Resort Hotel Deal
Walt Disney World Resort hotels offer another festive reason to
visit the Vacation Kingdom during the holiday season -- special room
rates as low as $59 at one of Disney's All-Star resorts when booked
by Dec. 3, 2001. This special rate is available between Nov. 23
through Dec. 25, 2001, and Jan. 1 - Feb. 12, 2002. Other
restrictions apply. In addition to the spectacular rates, Walt
Disney World Resort hotels offer other benefits such as:
Beautifully themed accommodations within Walt Disney World Resort.
Complimentary transportation throughout property. Complimentary
parking at each of the theme parks. For more information about the
room rate special, guests can call 407/W-DISNEY.
Tip: Walt Disney World Resort is a popular holiday destination so
booking reservations early is a must. For information on Disney
hotel accommodations, contact 407/W-DISNEY, a travel agent, or visit
our Web site at www.disneyworld.com.
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