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The Atlanta Braves Report for Spring Training at Disney’s ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex

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Despite the never-ending winter in the northern half of the country, baseball season is right around the corner, and the Atlanta Braves have reported for spring training in Orlando.

For the 17th year, the Braves spring training is taking place at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at the Walt Disney World Resort. Pitchers reported on February 14 and the rest of the team reported February 18.

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Transitions Optical Signs Agreement to Sponsor Signature Events at Walt Disney World Resort

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Several signature events at the Walt Disney World Resort have a new sponsor.

Transitions Optical Inc. recently signed an agreement with the Walt Disney World Resort to become a sponsor of several events including the runDisney series, the Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival, the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival, and the Festival of the Masters in Downtown Disney.

The company will also be sponsoring the Atlanta Braves spring training at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex.

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The Four Seasons Orlando Offers a New Level of Luxury in the Orlando Area

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When the Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort opens later this summer guests will experience a unique and personal level of luxury.

This includes the ability to request their favorite beverages be stocked in the room's mini-fridges, a free kids club, and luxury car rental for trips to the Disney theme parks.

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Disney Expanding Golden Oak Site to a Total of 400 Homes in Eight Neighborhoods

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Golden Oak, the exclusive and gated residential community within the Walt Disney World Resort, is expanding.

The residential area debuted in 2010 and currently includes 100 homes in four neighborhoods. When the area is completed it will be comprised of eight neighborhoods with nearly 400 homes total.

To date, only 40 of the 100 current home sites have been purchased. The homes in Golden Oak range in price from $1.8 to $6 million and all are custom built. The development also features parks, gardens, and natural preserves.

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Disney Offers to Raise Minimum Wage at Walt Disney World over the Next Two Years

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In an effort to match the federal minimum wage sought by President Barack Obama, the Walt Disney Company has offered to increase pay for workers at the Walt Disney World Resort by 25 percent over the next two years

This increase would take the minimum wage rate for hourly Walt Disney World Resort employees to $10 an hour.

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Victoria & Albert’s Receives AAA Five-Diamond Rating for 15th Consecutive Year

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For the 15th year in a row, Victoria & Albert's at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa has been named a AAA Five-Diamond Award winning restaurant.

There are only 15 restaurants in North America with this distinction, and only 59 restaurants made the AAA Five-Diamond list, including 47 in the United States, six in Canada, four in Mexico, and one in the Caribbean.

Nearly 30,000 restaurants are reviewed by AAA each year and 0.2 percent receives the Five-Diamond Award.

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Walt Disney World Works to Share the Magic Beyond the Theme Parks in Central Florida

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Walt Disney World Resort employs nearly 70,000 cast members in Central Florida and they are committed to investing in the community and improving life in the area.

The contributions to the local community include millions of dollars in taxes for local governments, leadership on community issues, and support of non-profit organizations through thousands of volunteer hours by cast members.

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Walt Disney World Reaches Tentative Agreement with Unions

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Walt Disney World has reached a tentative labor agreement with its largest union group.

The agreement raises the minimum hourly rate for full-time employees to $10 by 2016. The hourly rate will increase to $9.50 next year.

The contract covers the 21,000 full-time workers represented by the Services Trade Council, a coalition of six unions.

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Walt Disney World Listed as One of the Top 20 Brands in 2014 Based on Facebook Followers

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The Walt Disney World Resort was recently listed one of the Top 20 brands with the most loyal followers on Facebook.

Based on the brand's Facebook likes and visits it was ranked number 12 on the list.

The top 20 list was compiled by LoudDoor, a research and targeting platform that helps brands reach their ideal customers on Facebook.

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Disney is Making Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party an Eco-Friendly Event

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Guests at Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at the Magic Kingdom are likely too busy enjoying the party to think about conservation and recycling.

But behind the scenes, the Magic Kingdom Environmental/Recycling team is hard at work to make the party "green."

Each year the Magic Kingdom Recycle Team works toward supporting Disney's corporate goals when it comes to environmental efforts.

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Airspace over Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resort is a No-Fly Zone

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There is no flying allowed over the Walt Disney World Resort or the Disneyland Resort. A strict no-fly zone has been in place over both areas since 2003.

The airspace over the Walt Disney World Resort and the Disneyland Resort is considered national defense airspace and violation of the no-fly zone could result in interrogation and even federal prosecution.

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Trattoria al Forno Opens at Disney’s Boardwalk

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The newest restaurant at the Walt Disney World Resort is officially open. Trattoria al Forno, located at Disney's BoardWalk Inn, started serving guests on December 18 and is open for breakfast and dinner seatings.

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Pirates of the Caribbean Closing for Refurbishment on May 11

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If you're headed to the Magic Kingdom this summer there is one less FastPass+ you'll need. Pirates of the Caribbean is closing down May 11 for a several-months-long refurbishment and won't be open again until sometime in September.

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Teen Beach 2: Beach Party Coming to Typhoon Lagoon for ‘Coolest Summer Ever’

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Get ready to celebrate the 'Coolest Summer Ever' at the new summertime dance party Teen Beach 2: Beach Party at Typhoon Lagoon. This dance party is inspired by the upcoming Disney Channel movie Teen Beach 2, the sequel to last summer's hit Teen Beach Movie.

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Walt Disney World Resort’s PhotoPass Adds Attraction Videos and Animated Magic Shots

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Everyone takes photos during their Walt Disney World vacation whether those photos are candid shots, selfies, or group pictures. And while taking your own pictures is easy guests can also take advantage of Disney's complimentary PhotoPass service.

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Next Phase in Disney Springs Transformation is the Town Center Area

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As Downtown Disney continues to be transformed into Disney Springs, the next phase of the project is the Town Center. This new district is currently under construction in an area that was used for guest parking and will be home to many nationally-recognized retail shops, including large-scale retail stores.

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Enjoy Outdoor Recreation Options at the Walt Disney World Resort

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If you're looking for outdoor fun at the Walt Disney World Resort there is more to do beyond walking the theme parks and swimming at your resort hotel's pool. Guests can enjoy fishing, tennis, golf, horseback riding, water sports, and even surfing!

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New Police Substation to be Built at Walt Disney World Resort

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The Walt Disney World Resort is building a $2.5 million substation for the Orange County Sheriff's Office. The new substation is scheduled to open in October. Currently the 36 deputies, 20 administrators and clerks, and seven detectives that serve Disney are housed in a fire station operated by Reedy Creek.

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New ‘Frozen’-themed Gift Packages Available from Disney Floral and Gifts

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It is the Coolest Summer Ever at the Walt Disney World Resort and if your kids are still hooked on all things Frozen, you can surprise them with the new Frozen-themed gift packages available from Disney Floral and Gifts.

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Disney Updates My Disney Experience to Allow Guests to Opt-Out of Additional MagicBands

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If you're a frequent visitor to the Walt Disney World Resort it's possible that you have a lot of used MagicBands cluttering your junk drawer. Or maybe you've found a creative way to re-purpose them in some crafty form.

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