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Other eco-friendly enhancements include the use of occupancy sensors in guest rooms, low-flow toilets, energy-efficient light bulbs and low-VOC paints.
But an upgrade like this takes money – though Gill could not release the actual cost, he did say it is a multimillion-dollar project. And Disneyland Resort is among a number of other companies and businesses that have suffered cutbacks and losses in revenue during the economic climate. Total parks and resorts revenues during the second quarter totaled $2.4 billion, down 12 percent from $2.7 billion at the same time last year, according to the Walt Disney Co.
But resort officials remain positive. They are looking beyond the current economic cycle and focusing on the long-term growth of the Disneyland Resort, according to Gill. He says the company will continue to invest in projects that will enhance the overall guest experience.
And it's true: The upgrades at the Disneyland Hotel are just a small part of a larger resort expansion. The California Adventure Park is undergoing a multiyear expansion project that incorporates new experiences, attractions and nighttime spectaculars, as well as a new land: Car Land, also expected to end in 2012. The Grand Californian is adding 200 rooms and 50 two-bedroom villas as part of the Disney Vacation Club, which will debut on the West Coast in the fall.
And Disney always works to keep the park in top condition for its many guests. The attractions throughout the resort undergo upgrades on an ongoing basis, says Gill. (The It's a Small World refurbishment included new additions; and parade floats were recently added to the Electrical Parade.)
So, what's the overall goal with the renovations? To keep it "The Happiest Place on Earth."
“This renovation provides us with the opportunity to bring new magic to this historic hotel, which enables us to enhance the Disney experience that our guests have come to expect," finishes Grier. “It also reinforces our ongoing commitment and investment in the Anaheim Resort District – working with the city and area businesses to continue to evolve the District into a world-class, multiday tourist destination.”
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Disneyland Hotel, continued ...
Other eco-friendly enhancements include the use of occupancy sensors in guest rooms, low-flow toilets, energy-efficient light bulbs and low-VOC paints.But an upgrade like this takes money – though Gill could not release the actual cost, he did say it is a multimillion-dollar project. And Disneyland Resort is among a number of other companies and businesses that have suffered cutbacks and losses in revenue during the economic climate. Total parks and resorts revenues during the second quarter totaled $2.4 billion, down 12 percent from $2.7 billion at the same time last year, according to the Walt Disney Co.
But resort officials remain positive. They are looking beyond the current economic cycle and focusing on the long-term growth of the Disneyland Resort, according to Gill. He says the company will continue to invest in projects that will enhance the overall guest experience.
And it's true: The upgrades at the Disneyland Hotel are just a small part of a larger resort expansion. The California Adventure Park is undergoing a multiyear expansion project that incorporates new experiences, attractions and nighttime spectaculars, as well as a new land: Car Land, also expected to end in 2012. The Grand Californian is adding 200 rooms and 50 two-bedroom villas as part of the Disney Vacation Club, which will debut on the West Coast in the fall.
And Disney always works to keep the park in top condition for its many guests. The attractions throughout the resort undergo upgrades on an ongoing basis, says Gill. (The It's a Small World refurbishment included new additions; and parade floats were recently added to the Electrical Parade.)
So, what's the overall goal with the renovations? To keep it "The Happiest Place on Earth."
“This renovation provides us with the opportunity to bring new magic to this historic hotel, which enables us to enhance the Disney experience that our guests have come to expect," finishes Grier. “It also reinforces our ongoing commitment and investment in the Anaheim Resort District – working with the city and area businesses to continue to evolve the District into a world-class, multiday tourist destination.”
<< PREVIOUS PAGE
Related headlines
OC METRO, June issue: 'Sedona's Oak Creek Canyon'
Newport Beach steps up tourism marketing
Downtown Disney makes a match with LittleMissMatched
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