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News and Views

MousePad member Davidscot witnessed
an accident at the Indiana Jones Stunt Spectacular on Saturday, March
15. He said, “During the part where Indy hangs from a tow line, for
some reason, the line snagged sending him into the air. He landed on the
pavement on his neck. He didn’t move and many people rushed around him
and immediately put up a barrier so the audience couldn’t see him.”

Another MousePad member watched as the actor, Kyle McDuffie, was transported
to a local hospital by helicopter. According to the Orlando Sentinel
McDuffie was treated for injuries to his head and shoulders. Theme
Park Insider reports that the actor is in critical condition,
but that his injuries are not life-threatening. A Disney spokesman
said that the “equipment was functioning properly,” and that
Disney is evaluating the cause of the accident.

How to have WDW all to yourself – It looks like March may
be a great time to plan a last-minute trip to Walt Disney World. The resort
is apparently expecting a decline in the number of visitors, and has reduced
park hours, cancelled some entertainment offerings, delayed the reopening
of Blizzard Beach, and is offering extra discounts for travel packages.

The Magic Kingdom closes an hour earlier than originally announced, at
7 p.m. instead of 8 p.m., on March 3 (Monday), 11 (Tuesday) and 13 (Thursday).
The E-Ride Night scheduled for Friday, March 14 has been cancelled. Performances
of SpectroMagic have been cancelled on March 3, 10, 11, 13. See the updated
Park Hours and Events/Entertainment
Schedules below for details.

On March 8 (Saturday), 12 (Wednesday) and 13 (Thursday), Disney-MGM Studios
closes at 7 p.m. instead of 8:30.

So far, these changes only affect the first two weeks of March. Disney
may adjust hours and entertainment for the rest of the month if expected
crowds remain light.

Disney Club members can book select last-minute travel packages to WDW
and receive an additional $50 discount. See the Discounts/Promotions
section below for details.

Atlanta Braves swing into action at Walt Disney World Resort –
As baseball fans begin counting down Spring Training, Disney’s Wide
World of Sports complex is offering Disney’s Atlanta Braves Spring Training
vacation packages. For the sixth consecutive year, Disney’s Wide World
of Sports complex hosts the Atlanta Braves as they face challenging opponents,
including the New York Mets and New York Yankees.

The sooner you commit, the sooner you can start training – Online registration will begin March 1 for the
2004 Walt Disney World Marathon and Half Marathon, scheduled for Sunday, Jan. 11, 2004. For more information,
visit www.disneyworldsports.com.
Special 2004 Walt Disney World Resort Marathon Packages will be available by calling (407) 939-7810.

Current Refurbishments and Attraction Closures

Tapestry of Dreams ends its run after this week on March 1.

The Blizzard Beach refurbishment, originally scheduled
to end on Sunday, March 2, has been extended to Sunday, March 16, 2003.

The Shipwreck Slide located at Stormalong Bay at
Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resort is closed for refurbishment
Friday, January 3 through Friday, April 4, 2003. The pool areas at Stormalong
Bay remains open while the pool slide undergoes refurbishment.

Voyage of the Little Mermaid is closed for refurbishment
January 6 to March 1 (Sa).

Toontown Barnstormer will be closed for refurbishment
March 2 to March 7 (F).

The Theater in the China Pavilion closes for refurbishment
from Wednesday, March 26 to Thursday, May 22. The Gallery, merchandise
shop and restaurants will continue to operate.

Great Movie Ride is closed for refurbishment Monday,
February 24 to Sunday, April 13s

Park Events

Upcoming events

Feb 27 through March 28 – Atlanta Braves Spring Training
exhibition games at the Disney Wide World of Sports Complex. Tickets go
on sale January 4. Buy tickets in person at the Disney Wide World of Sports
box office, or call Ticketmaster at 407-839-3900.

February 28 – Mickey’s Super Star Trading Team event at Disney’s
Pin Traders, Downtown Disney, from 9:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Trading opportunities
especially geared for new and experienced traders will be offered at this
free event. The Kid’s Zone will feature trading, activities, balloons
and games for ages 6-14.

February 28, March 1 and March 4 – Mardi Gras Celebration
at Downtown Disney Pleasure Island. All activities are included in Pleasure
Island admission; advance ticket purchases are suggested.

March 7 to 9 and 14 to 16 – After-hours Annual Passholder event
at Disney-MGM Studios. APs can ride Tower of Terror and Rock ‘n’ Roller
Coaster.

March 30 – Inaugural Walt Disney World Inline Marathon. Get
more information at the Disney Wide World of Sports Web
site.

April 25 through June 8 – 10th Epcot International Flower &
Garden Festival.

May 15 through 18 – Fifth Annual Celebration
of Walt Disney Art Classics cruise and mini-convention aboard
the Disney Wonder cruise ship.

May 16 – June 15 – Star Wars Weekends

June 3 through June 9 – Gay Days 2003. This unofficial event
is not sponsored by Disney. Obtained event information from the event
sponsor.

June 14, 2003 – Mickey’s Toon Town of Pins at the Magic
Kingdom.

September 19-21, 2003 – Disney’s Pin Celebration at
Epcot.

November 16-20, 2003 – Pin Trading Cruise aboard the Disney
Wonder.

Current Discounts & Promotions

Disney Club Spring Dream Maker Packages – MouseSavers.com
reports that Disney Club members can receive an additional a $100 discount
on Dream Maker packages, for check-in March 1 to 31.

Prices start at $428 for adults, $223 for juniors and $178 for kids staying
in the same room. Book by Friday, March 28 using the discount code found
at MouseSavers.com.

The Disney’s Atlanta Braves Spring Training Vacation package is
available for booking. A two-night package starts as low as $273 per person
based on double adult occupancy at a select Disney value resort and is
valid for travel most nights from February 20 through March 27, 2003.
Junior rate (ages 10-17) for this package is $184 per guest, and child
rate (ages 3-9) is $151 per guest. Packages must be booked by Tuesday,
March 25, 2003. Additional game tickets are available, as well as additional
nights and other resorts at varying rates.

The package also includes attendance to game-day team workouts, and any
other same-day general admission events taking place at the Disney’s Wide
World of Sports complex.

Going camping? MouseSavers.com
reports special rates at Fort Wilderness:

• Partial hook-up campsites $35
• Full hook-up campsites $45
• Cabins from $169

These rates are available for campsites April 27 through June 7, and
for cabins April 27 through July 3. You must book by March 8, using the
discount code found at MouseSavers.com.

Annual Passholders can receive 10% off the price of their lunch meal
at select Walt Disney World Resort hotel restaurants, with the discount
good for up to three guests. The offer is valid only on weekdays. Call
407-WDW-DINE for locations and reservations.

Park Hours

Entertainment Schedule