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The Disneyland Report > Disney News > Hong Kong Disneyland Castle Topping Ceremony Remarks by Jay Rasulo, President of Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Disney NewsHong Kong Disneyland Castle Topping CeremonyThe following remarks were made by Jay Rasulo, President of Walt Disney Parks and Resorts, at the ceremony topping off Sleeping Beauty Castle, the centerpiece of the new Hong Kong Disneyland:Thank you. Hello Mickey, hello everyone! It is a tremendous privilege to be here today, to share this major milestone with you and to showcase the magic at work at Hong Kong Disneyland. This day marks an important step forward in a partnership with Hong Kong that will connect people across generations and cultures. When it opens, Hong Kong Disneyland will serve as an important gateway for bringing the magic to families across Asia. Nearly 50 years ago, our founder Walt Disney had an idea that literally changed the way the world thinks about family vacations. Walt had two young children of his own, and he often found himself sitting on the park bench while they played, wishing for a place they could all enjoy together. That place didn't exist, so he created it, relying on his powerful imagination and experience as a storyteller. He wanted his Guests to feel as though they had walked into a movie. The architecture, the characters, and the attractions were all chosen to tell a story...and make this magical world he created in movies and television come alive. To do this, he used the same qualities that guide us today. Together, they add up to something we call the "Disney Difference". So, what is the Disney Difference? It's how we combine storytelling, creativity and guest service to create a feeling among our guests that they've been transported to another world filled with magic and wonder. It's the memories we create that last a lifetime. And it's a timeless tradition that families pass from generation to generation. Next year, we will celebrate 50 years of Disney theme parks with an unparalleled global celebration at all of our properties around the world - in California, Florida, Tokyo and Paris. Then we will bring the celebration to Hong Kong...as the first Disney theme park in China opens its gates in late 2005 or early 2006...kicking off the next 50 years of Disney family vacations. As Walt Disney once said, it all started from a daddy with two daughters who wanted a place where they all could have fun together. We've come a long way, but Walt's original idea remains at the heart of what we do - and we're excited to bring that magic to the families of Hong Kong. Well Mickey, it looks like it's time to get started. Is everything ready? Source: Press Release Return to Disney News. |
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