New Mexican restaurant coming to Walt Disney World in 2023
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. — An iconic fine-dining Mexican restaurant this week announced plans to bring its elevated fiesta to Walt Disney World in 2023. Rosa Mexicano said it plans to open its first Orlando-area location at Swan and Dolphin next year, replacing Fresh Mediterranean Market in the Dolphin. READ: Here’s when KiteTails ends at Disney’s Animal Kingdom“Rosa Mexicano’s arrival to Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin is a truly exciting moment of our expansion. READ: ‘Tron,’ ‘Moana’ and ‘Zootopia’: D23 Expo details new attractions coming to Walt Disney WorldA Rosa Mexicano tasting station will be set up for the Swan and Dolphin Wood & Wine Classic Nov. 11 and 12. READ: Disney+ subscribers can save on select Disney resort stays this holiday seasonVideo: ‘Tron,’ ‘Moana’ and ‘Zootopia’: D23 Expo details new attractions coming to Walt Disney World Disney officials shared details over the weekend about new attractions coming to Walt Disney World.
wftv.comNew-to-market restaurant headed to Disney; all the details
ORLANDO, Fla. — Editor’s note: This story is available as a result of a content partnership between WFTV and the Orlando Business Journal. A new-to-market, upscale Mexican restaurant concept is headed to the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin, with plans to open in February. Rosa Mexicano dates back to 1984 when it first opened on New York City’s Upper East Side. Click here to read the full story on the Orlando Business Journal’s website. Video: Possible funnel cloud seen in skies over Disney World There was also a scary sight in the skies over Disney on Thursday.
wftv.comWayward dolphin spotted swimming in river in Connecticut
NORWICH, Conn. — (AP) — A wayward dolphin has been swimming in a Connecticut river after making its way upstream from Long Island Sound. The dolphin was first spotted Thursday morning by fishermen along the Thames River. A video posted to Facebook shows the dolphin jumping around near the Norwich Marina, about 15 miles (24 kilometers) from the Sound. The dolphin appears to be small and may be a juvenile, said Alexandra Cojocaru, the aquarium's animal rescue technician. Cojocaru said it's unusual, but not unheard of, for a dolphin to make its way into the river, and she is hopeful it will eventually find its way back to Long Island Sound without needing to be rescued.
wftv.comAshes of Winter the movie star dolphin released into Gulf
(Clearwater Marine Aquarium via AP) (Uncredited)CLEARWATER, Fla. — (AP) — The ashes of Winter the dolphin were returned to the sea on Thursday, about two months after the beloved marine mammal of movie fame died at a Florida aquarium. Clearwater Marine Aquarium staff members released a Himalayan sea salt urn containing Winter's ashes into the Gulf of Mexico from the back of a U.S. Coast Guard response boat. “Being able to return Winter to her natural home was the best feeling in the world,” Kelly Martin, the aquarium’s vice president of animal care, said in a statement. “Our goal at Clearwater Marine Aquarium is always to rehabilitate rescued marine life so they can return to the wild. Clearwater Marine Aquarium will continue to honor Winter’s legacy with an onsite memorial, virtual reality experiences, and an endowment to safeguard indefinite support of the aquarium.
wftv.comWinter the Dolphin’s ashes released into the Gulf of Mexico
A ceremony at sea Thursday returned Winter the Dolphin, star of the Dolphin Tale movies, to the ocean. The team also blew bubbles, “honoring one of Winter’s favorite enrichment activities.”Winter the Dolphin's ashes released in the Gulf of Mexico Animal Care Specialist holds Winter's ashes before releasing her into the Gulf of Mexico. Our goal at Clearwater Marine Aquarium is always to rehabilitate rescued marine life so they can return to the wild. Expand Autoplay Image 1 of 13 Winter the dolphin In this Aug. 31, photo, Winter the dolphin swims at Clearwater Marine Aquarium in Clearwater, Fla. Winter plays herself in "Dolphin Tale," a family-friendly 3-D movie starring Harry Connick Jr., Morgan Freeman, Ashley Judd and Kris Kristofferson, opening Sept. 23.
wftv.comBased on manatee, other animal predictions we have no idea who will win Super Bowl
It’s almost time for the big game, and everyone wants to know who will win the Super Bowl, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers or the Kansas City Chiefs. Nicholas the dolphin, shown in the video at the top of the story, picked the Kansas City Chiefs. According to the Clearwater Marine Aquarium, Nicholas has correctly predicted the last six major sporting events. Hugh the manatee, with a selection record of 6-6, picked the Kansas City Chiefs to win, while his fellow manatee Buffett, who has a record of 10-2, picked the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. It’s a house divided at the Mote Aquarium.
Dolphin predicts Chiefs will be Super Bowl champions
Dolphin predicts Chiefs will be Super Bowl champions Nicholas the dolphin has picked the Kansas City Chiefs as this year's Super Bowl champs. He has correctly picked the winner in his last six sports predictions. CBSN's Tanya Rivero reports.
cbsnews.comFirst look at the progress of new Walt Disney World Swan Reserve
ORLANDO, Fla – Officials with Walt Disney World’s Swan and Dolphin Resort are sharing new images from the top floor of their upcoming hotel, The Swan Reserve. New photo shows views from the Walt Disney World Swan Reserve (Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin)The 14-story tower is currently under construction just steps from Disney’s Fantasia gardens miniature golf course and Swan and Dolphin Resort. Once completed, officials said the 349 room hotel will offer breathtaking views of nearby theme parks like EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Officials said among the 349 rooms the hotel will have two presidential suites and 149 spacious suites, all with floor-to-ceiling windows. Rendering of the top floor event space at Walt Disney World Swan Reserve (Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin)The hotel construction can already be seen by drivers making their way down World Center Drive on Disney property.
Florida woman’s identity used to steal unemployment benefits from Massachusetts
ORLANDO, Fla. – Monica DaSilva is the first known Florida target of what may be an interstate plot to use a taxpayer’s identity to apply for unemployment benefits in another state. The veteran Swan and Dolphin hotel staffer told News 6 she received a letter from the state of Massachusetts that suggested she was eligible for 39 weeks of state unemployment benefits as well as federal jobless benefits. The notice from the state of Massachusetts suggests the application was completed just a few days after the breach. DaSilva said she was never contacted and has no proof that is how her data was obtained to file for the Massachusetts unemployment benefits. I appreciate Channel 6 covering this.”If you have an unemployment issue or suspect your identity has been breached to apply for unemployment benefits, email makeendsmeet@wkmg.com