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 ufffd January 27 to February 2. Each family will get a $500 (Rs 22,500) gift card. The group will serve as honorary Grand Marshals of a Main Street USA parade. The story of the miners, known simply as "the 33" in Chile, transfixed much of the world during their 69 day ordeal. Did you know? There were 33 people trapped in the mine, the men were found in the 33rd week of the year, it took 33 days to drill the hole and the first man was brought to the surface on the date 13.10.10, which adds up to 33.

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."

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