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Naperville musicians’ reward trip to Italy with families Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 3:28PMSpecial requestOrchestra plays Castel di CasioIn more than three decades as a musician, this gig has to top the list for Steve Grobl. Last week, the Naperville resident and 12 members of the Steve Grobl Orchestra returned from a 10-day trip to Italy where former Naperville resident Paul Magelli booked them to play at his dad’s 80th birthday bash.“Yes, this is our biggest road trip,” said Grobl ...
Marriott time-share spin-off will give Orlando a new HQ Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 8:46PMOrlando is slated to get a new corporate headquarters later this year, when Marriott International Inc. becomes the first major hotel operator to spin off its time-share division into a separate company.
2011's summer of innovative attractions Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 10:09AMA look at some of the newest attractions around the world to see this summer.
Enjoy a Disney vacation without breaking your budget Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 6:43PMWhen you’re booking your stay at the Magic Kingdom, it’s important to know what’s a deal and what isn’t. Here's how to stretch your dollar
Best trips for families with special-needs children Friday, July 8, 2011 @ 8:12AMSo much preparation is required that getting out of the house, reaching your destination successfully and still managing to have a good time could be considered a small miracle. Some places make it a lot easier.
Casey guilty verdict stuns US Thursday, July 7, 2011 @ 12:51AMOrlando - It began as the story of missing two-year-old girl that transfixed the country and snowballed into homicide charges for a young mother accused of loving the fast life more than her daughter. Then, a stunning acquittal that left many Americans believing she had gotten away with murder.
Casey Anthony not guilty verdict stuns US Wednesday, July 6, 2011 @ 7:58PMORLANDO, Florida (AP): It began as the story of missing 2-year-old girl that transfixed the country and snowballed into homicide charges for a young mother accused of loving the fast life more than her daughter. Then, a stunning acquittal that left many Americans believing she had gotten away with murder.
Video: Obama blames Congress for stalling debt talks Wednesday, June 29, 2011 @ 6:42PMDuring a press conference in the East Room of the White House, President Obama sought to shift the blame for the stalled debt talks to Congress, reports Chip Reid.
Video: Foreclosures halt over sloppy paperwork Wednesday, June 29, 2011 @ 6:38PMMillions of homeowners have stopped paying their mortgages yet remain in their homes for years due to sloppy record keeping during the housing bubble. As Jim Axelrod reports, foreclosures nationwide are grinding to a halt.
Video: Schieffer: President on "war path" with Congress Wednesday, June 29, 2011 @ 6:36PMCBS News chief Washington correspondent and anchor of "Face the Nation" Bob Schieffer discusses President Obama's new approach toward debt negotiations, stating that the "president is on the war path with Congress."
Video: Homeless flood the road to Disney World Wednesday, June 29, 2011 @ 6:33PMIn Kissimmee, Fla., the road to Disney World is flooded with hundreds of homeless families forced to live in motels after losing jobs in the great recession. Kelly Cobiella reports on Florida's new homeless.
Video: Radiation danger of Los Alamos fire Wednesday, June 29, 2011 @ 6:32PMThough a wildfire is threatening the Los Alamos National Laboratory, lab officials insist that radioactive materials are safe. But critics say no one really knows what would happen if a radioactive storage area caught fire, reports Cynthia Bowers.
Video: Did Afghan security help in hotel attack? Wednesday, June 29, 2011 @ 6:03PMAn Afghan official told CBS News they are investigating whether any police helped the Taliban suicide attackers who attacked one of Kabul's best-known hotels, leaving at least 21 dead. Mandy Clark reports.
Video: GOP reacts to Obama debt proposals Wednesday, June 29, 2011 @ 5:58PMRepublican members of the House and Senate are insisting that they will not vote for any debt deal that involves even the slightest tax increase. Nancy Cordes reports.
Video: Corporations and Congress: A love affair Wednesday, June 29, 2011 @ 5:41PMBefore leaving town for 10 days last week, the House of Representatives found time to pass an amendment designed to help a single drug company. And, as Nancy Cordes reports, this type of special fix is par for the course in Congress.
Come Grow Your Business in Westshore With Hotels Near Tampa, FL Airport Monday, June 27, 2011 @ 11:56AMTAMPA, FL--(Marketwire - Jun 27, 2011) - The Tampa Marriott Westshore Hotel is now offering you a convenient and easy way to grow your business when you stay at the beautiful property in Tampa. When you hold your meeting at the hotel you will be able to take advantage of one of the best hotel deals in Tampa .
Legoland theme park will appeal to younger children Monday, June 27, 2011 @ 10:53AMWINTER HAVEN, Fla. - Legoland Florida, which opens Oct. 15, is a massive construction site, crews bustling about,...
Spotlight on Leaders at Independent Wine Companies Monday, June 27, 2011 @ 9:29AMFollowing are profiles of the top day-to-day leaders from the Business Journal's lists of the largest independently owned wineries under 100,000 cases, published in March, and the largest wine companies, published in May.
Kissimmee, Florida Hotel Fire Injured Several Guests Monday, June 27, 2011 @ 7:20AMA Kissimmee, Florida hotel caught fire Sunday evening. The roof of the hotel collapsed into one wing of the building. At this hour the fire is still burning. What a scary thing for hotel guests. Kissimmee . . .
Coastal towns picture perfect on the Florida Panhandle Monday, June 27, 2011 @ 7:10AMIt has been 15 years since Seaside, a meticulously manicured town on Florida's Panhandle, staked its claim to fame as the setting for "The Truman Show."
Kissimmee, FL Hotel Near Disney's Animal Kingdom Burning Down Monday, June 27, 2011 @ 6:37AMA fire that caused the roof to collapse and burn through a wing of a Kissimmee hotel late Sunday is still burning this morning.
Fire at Kissimmee hotel near Disney's Animal Kingdom Monday, June 27, 2011 @ 5:40AMFire at Kissimmee hotel near Disney's Animal Kingdom
NEWS OF THE WEEK Sunday, June 26, 2011 @ 2:22PMAdditional items of interest Orange County Business Journal
Ex-Disney exec takes over Cedar Fair Tuesday, June 21, 2011 @ 4:46AMAn amusement industry veteran who oversaw the Disney Cruise Line and Disneyland Resort in California will take over leadership of Cedar Fair Entertainment Co., the nation's third-largest amusement park chain.
Cedar Fair hires ex-Disney exec Monday, June 20, 2011 @ 11:17PMSANDUSKY -- Concluding its search for a new leader with amusement-industry ties, Cedar Fair LP Monday chose former Disneyland operations manager Matt Ouimet to become its next chief executive officer, replacing 70-year-old Dick Kinzel in January.
Former Disney executive named CEO at Dorney Park parent Cedar Fair Entertaiment Co. Monday, June 20, 2011 @ 1:04PMMatthew Ouimet will take over for Dick Kinzel, who is retiring at year-end.
Ex-Disney executive takes over at Cedar Fair Monday, June 20, 2011 @ 12:36PMMatthew Ouimet, who spent 17 years with the Walt Disney Co., will replace Cedar Fair Entertainment Co.’s Richard Kinzel who is retiring as president and chief executive at year-end, the company said Monday.
Ex-Disney executive takes over theme park chain Monday, June 20, 2011 @ 11:45AMshare: digg facebook twitter TOLEDO, Ohio (AP) — An amusement industry veteran who oversaw the Disney Cruise Line and Disneyland Resort in California will take over leadership of Cedar Fair Entertainment Co., the nation's third-largest amusement park chain. A hedge fund that's one of the company's largest shareholders forced Kinzel to give up his spot as board chairman in January and later filed ...
Cedar Fair: Ex-Disney executive named CEO of Great America's owner Monday, June 20, 2011 @ 10:28AMFormer Disney exec to take helm at Cedar Fair in January
Cedar Fair picks Disney exec for new CEO Monday, June 20, 2011 @ 10:04AMMatthew Ouimet, 53, has been named president of Cedar Fair and will succeed Dick Kinzel as chief executive on Jan. 3.
Legoland to leave evenings, certain days off its schedule Wednesday, June 15, 2011 @ 5:53PMPlanning a trip to Legoland when the park opens in October? Be sure to check the calendar first -- and don't get a late start.
Legoland leaves evenings, certain days off its schedule Wednesday, June 15, 2011 @ 5:45PMPlanning a trip to Legoland when the park opens in October? Be sure to check the calendar first — and don't get a late start.
Luxury limousine for pets from new airport hotel Monday, June 13, 2011 @ 4:01AMPets are set to be able to stay in style in a new Melbourne airport hotel, which is promising limousine transfers for travelers' four-legged friends.
This Week’s Travel News: News you need to know Monday, June 6, 2011 @ 2:21PMClass Action Lawsuit Aims To Tackle ‘Hidden’ Airline Fees, You Have The Right To Be Denied Entry, and Recycled Hotel Soap Is Saving Lives
Baby Loves Disco Superhero Tour is coming Monday, June 6, 2011 @ 11:11AMThe baby book wouldn’t be complete without your little one shaking her groove thang, would it? Baby Loves Disco (and parents will too) at this family dance party on Friday at the Don Cesar resort that’s been rocking a tour of Loews hotels around the country. With disco balls, bubble machines and music from the '70s and '80s, the idea is to give parents with kids 7 and younger a fun alternative ...
SeaWorld looks beyond its theme parks for growth Sunday, June 5, 2011 @ 7:14AMFreed from the constraints of owners more interested in brewing beer than building theme parks, SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment is accelerating plans to expand into new businesses, including movies, television and hotels.
SeaWorld looks beyond its parks for growth Saturday, June 4, 2011 @ 8:18PMFreed from the constraints of owners more interested in brewing beer than building theme parks, SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment is accelerating plans to expand into new businesses, including movies, television and hotels.
SeaWorld looks beyond its parks for growth | Video, Photos Saturday, June 4, 2011 @ 7:35PMFreed from the constraints of owners more interested in brewing beer than building theme parks, SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment is accelerating plans to expand into new businesses, including movies, television and hotels.
Comcast Is Mad About Harry Thursday, June 2, 2011 @ 9:14AMComcast wants more Hogwarts in its blood.
Haines City: First Legoland; next piece is hotel Thursday, June 2, 2011 @ 6:03AMHAINES CITY -- The summer tourist season officially starts with the Memorial Day weekend, but business leaders in Haines City are already looking ahead to the fall.
Disneyland Resort Update Tuesday, May 31, 2011 @ 2:08AMMickey's Soundsational parade premiere | Tangaroa Terrace and Trader Sam's | New pool and water slide open | Summer ticket and hotel discounts | Mickey's Halloween Party | So long, and thanks for all the tortillas | Crowd Forecast
Fuel cost impacts area travel Sunday, May 29, 2011 @ 12:23AMAs Memorial Day weekend proceeds, high gas prices may already be putting a crimp into summer vacation plans throughout the region. The cost of filling up at the pump could still moderate over the next three months, analysts said.
Loophole is allowing Disney to avoid taxes Friday, May 27, 2011 @ 8:56PMOrlando Sentinel Friday, May 27, 2011 ORLANDO — Disney is avoiding some state and local taxes in Florida by selling theme park tickets and other items to itself. According to former company officials familiar with the practice, Walt Disney World sells large quantities of tickets, hotel rooms, meal plans and other components at wholesale prices to another Walt Disney Co. subsidiary. That unit ...
Gay Days heads to Vegas Friday, May 27, 2011 @ 10:47AMThrongs of gay and lesbian tourists arrive in Orlando next week for their annual Gay Days celebration at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom, but starting next year, those travelers will have a second option come summer’s end: Las Vegas.
Perils of the family vacation Friday, May 27, 2011 @ 7:48AMThere's the fantasy of family vacations: happy children, contented parents, doting grandparents, smooth roads. Then there's reality.
Orlando's Gay Days plans Las Vegas event starting next year Thursday, May 26, 2011 @ 9:21AMOrlando's Gay Days plans Las Vegas event starting next year
Disney cuts taxes by selling tickets to itself Thursday, May 26, 2011 @ 7:50AMDisney is avoiding some state and local taxes by selling theme-park tickets and other items to itself. According to former company officials familiar with the practice, Walt Disney World sells large quantities of tickets, hotel rooms, meal plans and other components at wholesale prices to another Walt Disney Co. subsidiary. That unit — the Walt Disney [...]
Balloon pilot loves being part of the big picture Wednesday, May 25, 2011 @ 7:45PMSteve Lambert has come to rely upon the kindness of strangers. As a hot-air balloon pilot, he's literally at the mercy of the winds and typically lands wherever there's a convenient field, a parking lot or even a roomy yard.
Gay Days plans Las Vegas event starting next year Wednesday, May 25, 2011 @ 7:20PMThrongs of gay and lesbian tourists arrive in Orlando next week for their annual Gay Days celebration at Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom, but starting next year, those travelers will have a second option come summer's end: Las Vegas.
Whee! 9 record-breaking theme park thrills Tuesday, May 24, 2011 @ 10:43AMThey’re fast, they’re furious … and they all hold a special spot in the record books. From wet and wild water slides to robotic roller coasters, these shriek-inducing rides will get you in gear for summer.