Category: Walt Disney World Resort
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GEEK EATS: 2023 Pride Month Disney Parks Food and Beverage Offerings
June is Pride Month and this year the Disney Parks are offering a plethora of foods for the month. Whether visiting Disneyland or Walt Disney World Resorts, there will be plenty to enjoy thanks to the hard work and creativity of the chefs on both coasts. Check out what is being offered here: Disneyland Resort …
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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis Strikes Out at Disney During Presidential Announcement on Twitter Spaces
On Wednesday evening Florida Governor Ron DeSantis headed to Twitter Spaces to officially announce his run to become President of the United States. DeSantis supporter and donor David Sacks moderated the audio-only live broadcast on Twitter Spaces and included Elon Musk. During the Q&A portion of the Twitter Spaces, the conversation turned to the ongoing…
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Disney to Host Royal Ball for Wish Families During World Princess Week
Walt Disney World to welcome wish kids from across the country at “Once Upon A Wish Party,” a special princess-themed ball just for wish families to be held during the company’s World Princess Week celebrations taking place August 20-26. Disney reveals first wish as part of the event to a Florida first grader during final…
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New Figment Magnet, Magic Shot, Discounts, and More Announced for V.I.PASSHOLDER Days at Walt Disney World
A new magnet, magic shot, discounts, and other perks have been announced for Walt Disney World Resort Annual Passholders for V.I.PASSHOLDER Days. This celebration of Annual Passholders begins on May 31 and continues through June 30, 2023. The following information has been revealed about V.I.PASSHOLDER Days for Annual Passholders. Annual Passholder Magnet Passholders—get ready to…
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Savor the Magic: Walt Disney World Resort Unveils Scrumptious Summer Food Offerings!
Summer is already almost here! As is often the case, Walt Disney World Resort is offering seasonal flavors for guests who are looking to enjoy when visiting. Disney has shared some scrumptious summer food offerings that can be seen below. Check out all of the dishes and then share what you are most looking forward…
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Florida Court Briefing Schedule For Disney vs DeSantis Lawsuit on Hold Until Judge Dismissal Determined
Judge Mark E. Walker has provided an update to the process of the lawsuit that Disney has against Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and other Florida leaders. This comes after both sides proposed a briefing schedule that they agreed on. However, this schedule will not be approved until another motion that was filed by DeSantis’ lawyers…
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No Miniparks From Disney Coming D’Amaro Says
During a conference on Monday morning, Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Chairman Josh D’Amaro was asked by the moderator and JP Morgan media analyst Phil Cusick if Disney would follow Comcast’s example and start to build mini-parks that are more regional in nature. The question was asked during the JP Morgan Global Technology, Media & Communications Conference.…
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Despite Dispute with DeSantis, Disney Intends to Continue to Invest in Florida
During the JP Morgan Global Technology, Media & Communications Conference on Monday, May 22, 2023, Josh D’Amaro, Chairman of Disney Parks, Experiences and Products shared about if the dispute that Disney has ongoing with DeSantis would impact future spending. This comes just a week after it was announced that a $1 billion campus in Lake…
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Both Florida Senators Voice Concern Over Ongoing Governor DeSantis Feud with Disney
Both of the Senators from Florida have voiced concern about the ongoing feud with Disney that Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is engaged in. This feud began after Disney voiced opposition to the Parental Rights in Education Act, also known as the “Don’t Say Gay” bill. Since then, DeSantis has said “There’s a new sheriff in…
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Reedy Creek Firefighters Vote to Approve New Contract
Reedy Creek firefighters voted to approve a new contract with the now Central Florida Tourism Oversight District. This comes after operating without a contract for years, their union president said. Under the new contract, the firefighters receive pay raises and also more staffing. The firefighters serve the district where most of the Walt Disney World…
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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis’ Legal Team Files Motion to Disqualify Judge Walker From Hearing Disney Lawsuit
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis’ legal team has taken its next move in the lawsuit against DeSantis and other Florida leaders by Disney. Today the team filed a motion to disqualify Chief Judge Mark E. Walker from the case. The motion argues that Walker’s impartiality could reasonably be questioned. This is a step by the DeSantis…
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Walt Disney World Resort President Jeff Vahle Responds to Lake Nona Campus Cancelation
Walt Disney World Resort President Jeff Vahle responded to the news of the Lake Nona campus cancelation today with a letter to local community leaders in Central Florida. In a letter to community leaders, Vahle acknowledged that the project is no longer moving forward. He also recognized that since the project was announced, ” several…
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Orange County Mayor Jerry L. Demings Blames Florida Business Environment on Lake Nona Move Cancelation
Orange County Mayor Jerry L. Demings released a statement in response to Disney announcing that it will not be continuing forward with a major move of staff to a campus in Lake Nona. The news stops any progress that was still happening on the $1 billion campus which was also going to lead to 2,000…
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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis Responds to Disney’s Lake Nona Move Cancelation
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has responded to the decision by Disney to not continue forward with the Lake Nona move. The move, announced earlier today by Josh D’Amaro who is the Chairman of Disney Parks, Experiences and Products, came as Florida continues to feud with Disney about the former Reedy Creek Improvement District among other…
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Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Taking Final Cruise This Fall
The Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser takes guests on an immersive cruise experience in a galaxy far, far away. However, this will soon change. Today Disney announced that the Halcyon will be going on its final cruise from September 28-30, 2023. The following statement was shared by Disney: The final voyage for Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser…
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New Seasonal Menu Announced for Disney Hollywood Studios’ Brown Derby Restaurant
The Hollywood Brown Derby at Disney’s Hollywood Studios is a classic restaurant that is a solid fan favorite. The restaurant serves contemporary American fare and has announced a new summer menu. The culinary team at the Brown Derby has put together dishes that feature fresh ingredients that celebrate summer. Take a look below at the…
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Details About Live-Action “The Little Mermaid” Ariel’s Arrival at Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resort Revealed
It has been known for a while that Ariel from Disney’s upcoming live-action version of The Little Mermaid will be coming to Disneyland and Walt Disney World in celebration of the movie this summer. Now there are some more details that have been revealed about when Ariel will be arriving and where she will be.…
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New Watercolor Magic Shot Revealed for Magic Kingdom by Disney PhotoPass
Disney PhotoPass has revealed a new Magic Shot for guests visiting the Magic Kingdom. This shot, which is offered in front of Cinderella Castle, turns the photo into basically a digital watercolor painting. Along with turning the picture into a watercolor, the Watercolor Magic Shot also removes people from the background of the photo as…
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Disney Asks Florida Court to Dismiss Central Florida Tourism Oversight District Lawsuit
Disney lawyers have asked a Florida state court to dismiss the lawsuit that the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District brought against the company. Disney says that since the Florida state legislature and governor created a law that basically does the same thing, the lawsuit is irrelevant. Both the lawsuit and legislation focused on the nullification…
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Florida Governor DeSantis Reiterates “There is a New Sheriff In Town” When Asked About Disney Dispute
Recently, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis sat down on the Guy Benson Radio Show for a wide-ranging discussion as he presumably prepares to announce a bid for the Presidency of the United States. The discussion covered his legislative agenda in Florida, his Presidential bid, and also the dispute about Disney. When asked about the Disney dispute…
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New Cast Member Nametags Arriving at Walt Disney World Resort
Tomorrow, visitors at Walt Disney World Resort might notice that cast members will be wearing new nametags. These new nametags come as Disney celebrates its 100th anniversary globally. Costume designer Joshua Winchester shared about the new nametags ahead of their arrival. What do you think of Walt Disney World Resort’s new nametags? Share your thoughts…
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Walt Disney World Announces V.I.PASSHOLDER Days
Walt Disney World Annual Passholders have something new to look forward to this summer. V.I.PASSHOLDER Days were announced on the Annual Passholder Portal in the My Disney Experience App this morning. Starting in June, these days will feature limited offerings for passholders. The following post is currently in “the passholder BUZZ” section of the app.…
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Walt Disney World Resort Announces New Ticket Offerings for Summer 2023
The Walt Disney World Resort has announced a couple of new ticket offerings for guests wanting to visit Walt Disney World Resort this summer. These tickets will allow guests to experience the new offerings that Walt Disney World including TRON Lightcycle / Run, the return of Happily Ever After, the return of EPCOT Forever!, and…
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Disney Launches New Disney Pride Collection on shopDisney and at Disney Parks
The Disney Pride Collection has been launched today at shopDisney and Disney Parks. Members and allies of the LGBTQIA+ community created this collection. It comes as The Walt Disney Company works with multiple nonprofit organizations year-round to support the LGBTQIA+ community worldwide. A full gallery of the collection can be seen below. It includes an assortment of…