LeapYear

Shoppers often leap at opportunities to snatch up bargains or freebies. And companies are banking on that impulse in light of Leap Day, which comes but once every four years. Here's a handful of the leap year promotions you'll find today.

If you've ever wanted to spend a day at Disney World or Disneyland -- a whole day -- Feb. 29 is your chance. To celebrate the leap year, Disney will keep its flagship parks open 24 hours straight. That'll be a challenge for the House of Mouse -- and for Leap Day visitors' endurance.

Valentine's day and President's day sales are long gone, and usually, shoppers must wait until St. Patty's day or beyond for big bargains. Not so this year because this Friday is February 29, making 2008 a leap year. Not surprisingly, some retailers, restaurants and savvy marketing types are taking...