Chilean Miners going to WDW

[DaParkers]

(CNN) -- Following in the footsteps of many other celebrities, the miners who spent more than two months trapped underground in a Chilean mine are "going to Disney World."
"The amazing story of these miners captured the attention of the world for demonstrating the true power and resilience of the human spirit," Disney President and CEO Bob Iger said in a statement. "We are proud to welcome these courageous men and their families to the Walt Disney World Resort."
Disney is picking up the tab for the miners, their rescuers and their immediate families during a six-night stay -- January 27 to February 2. Each family will get a $500 gift card. The group will serve as honorary Grand Marshals of a Main Street U.S.A. parade.
The story of the miners, known simply as "the 33" in Chile, transfixed much of the world during their 69 day ordeal about half a mile below ground.
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They have been popular on the American talk show circuit since their rescue in October and have been honored by Chilean President Sebastian Pinera and on the "CNN Heroes" show.

http://www.cnn.com/2010/US/12/27/florida.miners.disney/index.html

 

[Joshua_me]

Here's hoping their accommodations are at a deluxe and not at All-Star Sports or something...

But, I have a sinking feeling....

 

[Tink rules]

I don't think they are going to do the caves on Tom Sawyers Island...

 

[SamSam]

I hope they have a wonderful time. Their story really touched me, their strength and will was amazing!

 

[Stacy's a freak]

I don't think they are going to do the caves on Tom Sawyers Island...

Yeah, I hope the miners stay in deluxe!!

 

[MenashaCorp]

Hope they have a plan. It would stink if they had to wait in lines...

 

[pjcasad]

Has anyone found out yet which resort will be used to accommodate the miners and their families. Our trip to WDW ends the day after they arrive...and I'm sure their first day or two will be a media circus, so I'm hoping they aren't in the hotel where we are staying! I don't begrudge them the trip...am happy for them, BUT...for those of us who chose this time of year figuring it would be less crowded, it could end up being a bit crazy!

 

[Joshua_me]

The were all going to celebrate with a complimentary cocktail upon arrival, but apparently the bar has refused to serve miners.

*Wokka*

*Wokka*

*Wokka*

 

[SoScary'09]

Awesome to hear. Those guys definitely deserve it!

 

[disneyholic family]

The were all going to celebrate with a complimentary cocktail upon arrival, but apparently the bar has refused to serve miners.

*Wokka*

*Wokka*

*Wokka*