Category: Disney Experiences
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A First Day Look at the “Finding Nemo” Themed Water Play Area at Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel
Guest contribution by Johnny Lund On August 1st, I decided to take a little trip to the Paradise Pier Hotel to take a nice little look at their brand new pool deck. The pool reopened today from a months long refurbishment to transform it into a new Pixar themed pool deck to match the new…
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The Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press Voices Concern About Actions of Governor DeSantis Against Disney
The Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press have voiced concern over the actions that Governor DeSantis has taken against Disney that led to Disney suing the governor. The legal advocacy group for journalists has filed a friend-of-the-court brief regarding Disney’s lawsuit against Governor DeSantis. The big picture reasoning is that a win by Governor…
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New Entertainment Offerings Coming to Magic Kingdom for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party
Halloween is almost here for Walt Disney World Resort. Very soon Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party will be delighting guests on select nights at Magic Kingdom starting on August 11 through November 1. This year there will be new entertainment offerings included for this very special Halloween party. Disney shared about the new spooky Halloween entertainment…
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Tour De Turtles Celebrates Sea Turtles, Supernatural and Science at Disney’s Vero Beach Resort
16TH annual event features turtles named after characters in Disney’s frighteningly fun adventure movie, “Haunted Mansion,” now playing in theaters VERO BEACH, Fla. (July 29, 2023) – Earlier today at Disney’s Vero Beach Resort, researchers from the Sea Turtle Conservancy (STC) and Disney Conservation released two sea turtles as part of the 16thannual Tour de Turtles…
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Former Reedy Creek Administrator John Classe Parts Company With Central Florida Tourism Oversight District
The former administrator for the Reedy Creek Improvement District has ended his employment with the now Central Florida Tourism Oversight District. John Classe, who was the administrator for the Reedy Creek Improvement District for seven years had stayed on as an advisor after the new district hired for the role in May. In May when…
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THIS FRIDAY: CHOC Day at Chick-fil-A!
This Friday is CHOC Day at Chick-fil-A! Also known as “cookie day,” on Friday August 4, 2023, the proceeds from all cookies and brownies sold at any CHICK-fil-A in Orange County will be donated to CHOC! This is a delicious way to support CHOC and make the world a little bit better one cookie or…
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New “Finding Nemo” Themed Water Play Area to Open at Disney’s Paradise Pier on August 1st
Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel is in the midst of a transformation into Pixar Place Hotel. Anyone who has visited the hotel recently can see the progress happening with the transformation as new magical details have been completed and unveiled. A fairly substantial will be opening to the public on August 1st when the Finding Nemo…
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Steakhouse 55 Being Converted Into Lounge at Disneyland Hotel
Steakhouse 55 once was the signature dining establishment at the Disneyland Resort. However, in recent years it has sent empty. As it has sat empty, many fans have speculated about what the future for the location would be. Today that future was known. Scott Gustin is reporting that the former Steakhouse 55 will become a…
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A Day With Spider-Man W.E.B Adventure Teams
It’s already been a year since Marvel Avengers Campus opened its doors, and the Spider-Man W.E.B Adventure attraction welcomed its first recruits. To this day, the Worldwide Engineering Brigade at Avengers Campus invites guests to join forces with Spider-Man in an interactive adventure, thanks to innovative gesture recognition technology. We went to meet the Campus Personnel who…
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5 ‘Coco’ Inspired Easter Eggs at Disneyland Paris’ Casa de Coco – Restaurante de Familia
It’s time to seize your moment as Casa de Coco – Restaurante de Familia will open on July 29 at Disneyland Paris! Disney Imagineers worked closely with Disneyland Paris teams and Pixar Animation Studios to immerse guests in the beloved movie “Coco.” From Héctor Rivera’s guitar to the many tools used to make traditional shoes,…
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From Disney Parks Cast Member to Director: Justin Simien’s ‘Haunted Mansion’ Journey
When Justin Simien was a Cast Member at the Disneyland Resort in the early 2000s, he would often spend his breaks getting better acquainted with the 999 happy haunts in New Orleans Square. It was time well spent, as he would one day be hired to direct Walt Disney Pictures’ Haunted Mansion, inspired by the classic…
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Florida Judge Refuses to Dismiss Lawsuit Against Disney
A Florida judge denied a motion made by Disney to dismiss a lawsuit filed against the company by board members appointed by Governor Ron DeSantis in the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District. Formerly known as the Reedy Creek Improvement District, the new district sued Disney after the company sued Governor DeSantis and other Florida leaders,…
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Tiana’s Palace Restaurant Marquee and Wheelhouse Unveiled at Disneyland
The progress being made on the new Tiana’s Palace Restaurant in New Orleans Square is beginning to take shape ahead of this quick service restaurant’s opening later this year. Today, Disney shared a look at what part of this new restaurant will look like when it opens when it unveiled the wheelhouse, marquee, and smokestacks…
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“Haunted Mansion” Exhibit and Foods Materialize at Disneyland
A new exhibit and foods have materialized at Disneyland in conjuntion with the arrival of Haunted Mansion in theaters. Disney announced that in the Opera House a new exhibit with costumes from the film along with some concept art. Included in the exhibit will be the dress worn by Madame Leota (played by Jamie Lee…
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Spreading Smiles: Minnie Walk Unites Disney and Community in Bringing Joy to Children at CHOC
On Wednesday, July 16, 2023, a very special event happened at the Children’s Hospital of Orange County (CHOC) for the young patients who find themselves receiving care there. Representatives from Disney and other community organizations came together with CHOC to put on this year’s Minnie Walk. The Minnie Walk brings the magic of Disneyland and…
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Central Florida Tourism Oversight District Lowers Walt Disney World Property Taxes
The Central Florida Tourism Oversight District voted for tax cuts on property taxes for the district and its businesses. This includes the largest business, Walt Disney World Resort. The board for the district adopted a reduction to the millage rate (tax rate) during its public meeting on Wednesday. “We heard from constituents loud and clear…
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Hatbox Ghost to be Found in New Location at Magic Kingdom’s Haunted Mansion
The Hatbox Ghost will soon be found haunting the halls of the Haunted Mansion in Magic Kingdom’s iteration of the attraction. When he makes his arrival later this year at Walt Disney World, he won’t be haunting from the same location that he currently does in Disneyland’s Haunted Mansion. This morning Disney announced that this…
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Photos/Video: Downtown Disney District Construction Update – July 23, 2023
Work continues to move forward on the transformation of the Downtown Disney District. This includes the unveiling of some new offerings and some covering up of some old. A new planter around a tree in Downtown Disney District year the Star Wars Outpost has come out from behind the walls this week. At the same…
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Delicious Adventures Await as the 2023 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival Begins at Walt Disney World Resort
Indulge in a global epicurean celebration as the fan-favorite foodie event returns July 27 with delectable delights around every corner LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (July 26, 2023) – It’s the tastiest time of the year as the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival presented by CORKCICLE kicks off at Walt Disney World Resort July 27, 2023, and continues…
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Central Florida Tourism Oversight District Eyes Cuts to Law Enforcement Overtime for Disney to Pay for Mounting Legal Fees Against Disney
The Central Florida Tourism Oversight District is looking at making $8 million in cuts to law enforcement overtime for Disney properites in the district. This district is where most of Walt Disney World Resort resides. The board for the district is saying that this cut for law enforcement officers in off-duty shifts is no longer…
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Share Your Disney Vacation Knowledge: Apply to Become a 2024 planDisney Panelist
Search for panelists opens August 1 – August 7, 2023, at planDisneysearch.com LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (July 27, 2023) – Disney Parks, Experiences and Products is looking for experienced Disney Parks guests to apply for a chance to become a 2024 planDisney Panelist. planDisney is an online question-and-answer forum for planning Disney vacations. For 16 years,…
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Three Restaurants at Disneyland to Begin Serving Alcohol As Menus Are Updated
Three restaurants at Disneyland will soon be adding alcohol to their menus. River Belle Terrace, Carnation Café and Café Orleans will all be seeing modifications coming to their menus, including the addition of beer, wine and specialty cocktails. This comes as Disneyland continues to change its alcohol policy. Prior to 2019, the park didn’t serve…
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Disney Responds to Governor DeSantis Lawsuit Dismissal Request
Disney has responded to a request by Governor DeSantis to have the case Disney brought against him and other Florida officials dismissed. DeSantis requested the dismissal on June 26 in the federal court. Disney brought the lawsuit against DeSantis and other Florida leaders and accused them of retaliation against the company and infringing on the…
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Disney’s Happiest Haunts Guided Tour Returns to Disneyland
We are now less than 100 days until Halloween, and there is a little over a month left until Halloween Time returns to the Disneyland Resort on Friday, September 1. Disney Parks announced on Instagram that the Disney’s Happiest Haunts Guided Tour is returning to Disneyland. Reservations for the tour open Thursday, August 3 on…