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FEBRUARY 2001

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – Throughout the 30,500-acre Vacation Kingdom, love is in the air in February. Couples can create unforgettable Valentine’s Day memories with unique couples’ spa experiences, romantic dining options or one of several scenic “love boats” that cruise the waterways at Walt Disney World Resort.

• Disney Dining Serves Romance – Couples find Disney dining infused with romance in settings ranging from the subdued to the spectacular.

• The California Grill atop Disney’s Contemporary Resort offers a panoramic view of the Magic Kingdom. Lights are dimmed for "Fantasy in the Sky" fireworks, with the show’s music piped in to provide diners an unforgettable view from Tinker Bell’s flight to the last burst of color. Lovebirds enjoying an earlier dinner can catch a different spectacle in the sky -- a Florida sunset over the Vacation Kingdom.

• One of the most romantic dinner spots at Walt Disney World Resort is a table for two at Victoria & Albert’s at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, recent recipient of the prestigious AAA Five-Diamond Award. Combining Royal Doulton china, Sambonet silver and personalized menus, Victoria & Albert’s is the “crown jewel” of the Grand Floridian’s dining destinations. Soft harp music fills the air, as maids and butlers –all named Victoria or Albert – provide stellar service to each of the 18 tables in the intimate dining room. Ladies also receive a long-stemmed red rose.

  For all Walt Disney World dining information, call 407/WDW-DINE (939-3463).

• The Love Boat -- The Grand Floridian’s Grand 1 – an elegant 44-foot yacht – can give couples, or parties up to 12, a stunning view of “Fantasy in the Sky” fireworks showering above the Magic Kingdom during select evening cruises along the Seven Seas Lagoon. Private butler service and gourmet meals also are available. Romantic evening cruises include a captain and private deck hand.

  Reservations can be made up to 90 days in advance by calling 407/824-2621.

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – Roger Ebert and Richard Roeper, co-hosts of television’s leading film review series, “Ebert & Roeper and the Movies,” host Disney’s first-ever film festival aboard the Disney Wonder cruise ship, Feb. 1-4, 2001.

In addition to all the programs and activities offered on board the Disney Wonder, guests who book the film festival package will meet Ebert and Roeper at the first night’s dinner, screen three films hand-picked for this cruise by the popular duo and participate in question-and-answer sessions throughout the three-night sailing.

To learn more about Disney Cruise Line or to book a Disney Cruise Line vacation, guests can contact their travel agent, visit www.disneycruise.com or call Disney Cruise Line at 888/DCL-2500.

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – Epcot’s “Ribbon of Culture” celebration honors Black Heritage throughout the month of February with artisans, storytellers and cultural entertainment. Artisan demonstrations include a woodcarver, fabric artists and muralists in the American Adventure Rotunda featuring achievements by Black Americans.

Storytellers communicate the stories of the murals daily and interactive exhibits showcase cultural inventions and exploration. A jazz trio offers authentic atmospheric music and Disney chefs prepare traditional fare for guests throughout the celebration. Special performances include Sisaundra Lewis with Deja-Vu February 1-12 and Ko’Thi February 13-28.

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – Downtown Disney Pleasure Island transforms into the ultimate street party for the annual Mardi Gras celebration from Friday, Feb. 23 until Tuesday, Feb. 27. Celebration highlights include two nightly parades featuring the Krewe of Caesar, an authentic krewe straight from New Orleans; live Zydeco and Dixieland jazz; Cajun/Creole cuisine and entertainment from stilt walkers to jugglers and face painters. The fun is included with regular Pleasure Island admission price or a Pleasure Island Annual Pass.

For more information on Mardi Gras or Pleasure Island, guests may call 407/934-7781.

Atlanta Braves Lead off Spring Training

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – The 2000 National League East Champion Atlanta Braves return for their fourth full season of spring training at Disney’s Wide World of Sports complex Feb. 15–March 29. Many of the familiar faces that have made the Braves one of America's most popular franchises return, including National League Most Valuable Player Chipper Jones and former Cy Young award-winning pitchers Greg Maddux, Tom Glavine and John Smoltz. Fans can get up-close-and-personal with their favorite Braves stars when the full squad hits the field on Feb. 21 by seeking out autographs and photos while taking in a Braves practice session.

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – Hundreds of college and high school softball, lacrosse and track-and-field teams from across the country will make Disney's Wide World of Sports their training camp headquarters beginning Feb. 17. Disney's spring training schedule consists of 10 week-long sessions, through April 27. Teams will train and compete, while finding free time to visit Walt Disney World's four theme parks during their stay.