Ring in the New Year at Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando
Saturday December 27, 2008

Animated motorcycles and daredevil stunts will make their way to the Disney network with a cartoon comedy series featuring Robbie Knievel.

One particular aspect of our geekiness as a family is that most of us are foodies (the younger son, not so much - but he goes along for the ride and orders chicken nuggets whenever he can). So one of the other very special treats we allowed ourselves this trip was a dinner at the chef's counter at Napa Rose, the restaurant at the Grand Californian hotel.

As Hollywood grapples with the difficult economics of its business, Walt Disney Studios has canceled plans to partner on the next film in the "Chronicles of Narnia" series, "The Voyage of the Dawn Treader."

Sony and Toyota are struggling. Job cuts dominate the headlines. But one brand name is thriving in Japan amid the economic slowdown - Mickey Mouse.

Walt Disney World confirmed Wednesday that the Cinderella Castle Royal Suite — created in early 2007 for overnight stays by winners of Disney's two-year "Million Dreams" promotion — will remain open for selected guests next year, though on a more limited basis.

Disney's Camp Rock will premiere on Disney Channel on 26 December at 6 pm.

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We have now reached our official limit on the special 'Days' that the government puts on the calendar. I mean 'Take a Shower Day' is a good one and 'Touch Someone Else Day' sounds both pleasant and creepy, but 'National Flashlight Day'? I really have to put my foot down on this one. Especially when it's being honored by a television show, for Pete's sake!

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ESPN.com's year-long revamp is finally ready today and set for its formal debut on January 5.

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It's no secret that times are tough with the way the economy the way it is. Now, after seeing a South Florida mother and her children's hardships featured on CBS4, a good Samaritan with ties to Radio Disney stepped up to make the holidays better for those in need.

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