08/29/2024 | Press release | Archived content
ORLANDO, Fla. - August 29, 2024
Florida Blue, the state's Blue Cross Blue Shield plan and an Official Sponsor of Walt Disney World® Resort, will help bring guests amazing experiences and a little magic this fall through a special lounge and concert series sponsorship during the EPCOT® International Food & Wine Festival presented by CORKCICLE.
"We are excited and proud to continue our relationship with Walt Disney World® Resort," said Juan Chaluja, senior vice president, Commercial Markets at Florida Blue. "As the state's leading health insurer, Florida Blue has provided health solutions to Floridians for 80 years, aligned to our mission of helping people and communities achieve better health. We're happy to offer this unique opportunity which brings joy to our members by providing an unexpected and engaging experience as they relax and enjoy the lounge."
Florida Blue members and their guests are invited to visit the Florida Blue Lounge in the Marrakesh Restaurant in the Morocco pavilion during the 2024 EPCOT® International Food & Wine Festival to partake in arts creation, hydration, and relaxation. Florida Blue is offering several experiences throughout the lounge highlighting unexpected health solutions for a healthier you. Enjoy creating your very own personalized mosaic tile, quench your thirst with a variety of delicious beverage options, and relax and take a break in the cool of a refreshing air-conditioned environment.
While in the lounge, guests can request reserved seating, while quantities last, for the Eat to the Beat Concert Series presented by Florida Blue. Live musical performances at the America Gardens Theatre will take place nightly through November 18, with local bands performing Tuesday through Thursday and well-known artists taking the stage each week from Friday to Monday.
Now in its 29th year, EPCOT® International Food & Wine Festival features tempting tastes, live entertainment and festival fun for all ages, starting August 29 through November 23. The Florida Blue Lounge will be open daily from 12-6 p.m. throughout the festival, and guests can get a pass to visit the lounge at FloridaBlue.com/Magic.
These offerings developed in collaboration with Walt Disney World® Resort are part of a multi-year sponsorship agreement with Florida Blue.
"It's wonderful collaborating with Florida Blue to develop experiences that delight our guests," said Erika Shen, vice president, Disney Corporate Alliances. "The EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival presented by CORKCICLE is celebrated by Floridians and guests from around the world, and we're thrilled to have the Florida Blue lounge and Eat to the Beat Concert Series as part of their festival experience."
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About Florida Blue
Florida Blue, the leading health insurer in Florida, has been providing health solutions to residents of Florida for more than 80 years. Driven by its mission of helping people and communities achieve better health, the company serves more than six million members and all 67 Florida counties. Headquartered in Jacksonville, Fla., with more than 9,000 employees, it is an independent licensee of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association.
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About Walt Disney World® Resort
Walt Disney World Resort is a world-class entertainment and recreation destination featuring four of the most popular theme parks from around the globe, two thrilling water parks, nearly 29,000 hotel rooms, a sports complex, several golf courses and Disney Springs - a metropolis of shopping, dining and entertainment. Since 1971, Walt Disney World has focused on delivering legendary guest service and one-of-a-kind experiences that make it the number one vacation destination in the world where families create magical memories.