Category: Walt Disney World Resort
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Disney CEO Bob Iger Calls Florida Governor Ron DeSantis’ Actions Anti-Business and Anti-Florida
During the Disney Annual Shareholders Meeting this morning Disney CEO Bob Iger spoke out about the actions of Florida Governor Ron DeSantis against The Walt Disney Company. The Disney CEO was responding to a question during the Q&A period at the end of the meeting. The response was in reaction to a question about Disney’s…
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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis Orders Investigation of Disney Over Reedy Creek Agreement
The plot continues to thicken as Florida Governor Ron DeSantis continues to wage war against The Walt Disney Company. This conflict began last year after then Disney CEO Bob Chapek spoke out against the so-called “Don’t Say Gay” bill. This led to the Florida Legislature dissolving the Reedy Creek Improvement District, which DeSantis then signed.…
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Step Into Relaxed Elegance as Narcoossee’s Reopens April 1 at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
Iconic Walt Disney World Signature Dining restaurant returns in a newly refreshed space inspired by the harmony of land and sea LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla, (April 1, 2023) – Just in time for spring, Narcoossee’s returns to Walt Disney World delighting guests with the grace and charm of a Victorian seaside setting. The signature dining…
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Disney Shares New Photos of Narcoossee’s Ahead of Its Reopening at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
On April 1, 2023, Narcoossee’s will be reopening at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa at Walt Disney World Resort. This restaurant serves a menu of coastal cuisine and also offers a magical views. Check out these photos that were released by Disney that show off its menu ahead of the restaurant’s return: The Restaurant…
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Disney Reveals Ways to Celebrate Earth Month
Earth Month is in April. Ahead of the arrival of the month tomorrow, Disney has shared some ideas for how to celebrate this month. This month will not just be about conserving our planet, it will also be a celebration of the 25th anniversary of Disney’s Animal Kingdom. There are also ways to celebrate with…
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Themes Revealed for runDisney’s 2024 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend
The themes have been revealed for runDisney’s 2024 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend. The weekend, which happens from January 4-7, 2024. It includes a 5k, 10k, Walt Disney World Half Marathon, Walt Disney World Marathon, Goofy’s Race and a Half Challenge, Dopey Challenge, and also virtual races. Here are details runDisney shared about the race…
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Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Celebration Comes to an End
Today is the final day for Walt Disney World Resort’s 50th anniversary celebration. The World’s Most Magical Celebration, it was called, began on October 1, 2021. The Daps Magic team was on hand for its kickoff. The big highlights of the celebration were the arrival of Harmonious at EPCOT and Disney Enchantment at Magic Kingdom.…
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Here is How Baseball Helped Lesser Flamingos at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Sometimes answer to questions can come from the most unique places. In this case, a question regarding the breeding habits of the Lesser Flamingos at Disney’s Animal Kingdom found its answer at ESPN Wide World of Sports. Specifically, the answer came from a baseball mound. The Disney Parks Blog shared about how baseball is assisting…
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Celebrate Her Story: 3 Incredible Walt Disney World Chefs
Chef Demetria Foundoukis, Chef Christine Weissman and Chef Amanda Lauder are three dynamic and innovative culinary masterminds that are making magic through food at Walt Disney World Resort. During Women’s History month, Disney continues to tell and celebrate the stories of women from around the company. Read the stories of these three culinary artisans and…
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Unions Vote to Accept Deal with Walt Disney World Resort
Union members today that work at Walt Disney World Resort accepted a deal that was negotiated by union leaders and Disney. According to the Service Trades Council Union, all current theme park workers will receive a raise between $5.50 and $8.60 per hour by the end of the contract, with the first $3 in raises…
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Central Florida Tourism Oversight District Gearing Up For Fight With Walt Disney World Resort
Governor DeSantis’ new Central Florida Tourism Oversight District, which replaced the Reedy Creek Improvement District, is gearing up for a fight with Disney. The disagreement is over a 30-year development agreement between the district and Disney that was made before Reedy Creek was replaced. A Disagreement Over an Agreement The 30-year development agreement was quietly…
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Hollywood Star Halle Bailey Helps Disney Dreamers Academy Students Dream Big at Walt Disney World Resort
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – March 26, 2023 – This weekend, 100 students from across the country celebrated the conclusion of the 16th year of Disney Dreamers Academy with an emotional commencement ceremony at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, featuring an inspirational speech by Grammy-nominated singer Halle Bailey, who will play Ariel in the upcoming…
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Walt Disney World Announces Annual Pass Discount for Select Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Voyages
Walt Disney World has announced discounts on cruises aboard the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser for Walt Disney World Annual Passholders on select dates. The discounts are for 30% and are on select voyages aboard the Halcyon this spring and summer. The news could be found on the Walt Disney World Resort website in the Annual…
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Donnie Dunagan Visits Bambi at Disney Fab 50 Collection
Over 80 years after he brought Bambi to life, Donnie Dunagan has come to visit Bambi at Walt Disney World Resort! While this visit was very different from his visits to Disneyland with Walt Disney when he was a young child, he still had time to reflect on the magic he created when he was…
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Hollywood Star Halle Bailey Makes Dreams Come True During Disney Dreamers Academy at Walt Disney World Resort
Grammy-nominated singer Halle Bailey, who will play the lead role of Ariel in the upcoming live-action remake of Disney’s “The Little Mermaid,” left two aspiring teen filmmakers speechless when she surprised them Friday during Disney Dreamers Academy at Walt Disney World Resort with a personal invitation to join her on the red carpet at the…
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‘The Little Mermaid’ Star Halle Bailey is Announced as 2023 Disney Dreamers Academy Celebrity Ambassador
Halley Bailey, the singer and actor who will be starring in the title role of the upcoming live-action The Little Mermaid has been announced at the celebrity ambassador for the 2023 Disney Dreamers Academy. She appeared in a cavalcade at the Magic Kingdom yesterday and is among several celebrities, educators, business leaders and Disney cast…
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High School Students Take Magical Ride in Disney Dreamers Academy Parade at Walt Disney World Resort
Students at this year’s Disney Dreamers Academy had the exclusive opportunity of taking part in a magical parade at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida. They were joined in the colorful parade at Magic Kingdom Park by Grammy-nominated singer Halle Bailey, who will play the lead role of Ariel in the upcoming live-action remake of…
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Union Announces Agreement with Walt Disney World Resort
Union workers representing thousands of workers at Walt Disney World Resort today announced that an agreement had been reached between their negotiators and that of the company. According to the Service Trades Council Union, all current theme park workers will receive a raise between $5.50 and $8.60 per hour by the end of the contract,…
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Memory Maker Adds 10 New Features at Walt Disney World Resort
Memory Maker allows guests to capture memories and bring them home after their trip to Walt Disney World Resort. Disney PhotoPass Service continues to innovate and create more ways to make the Memory Maker even better. This week, 10 new features were shared about Memory Maker. Some of these have already arrived and some will…
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22 Gluten/Wheat Friendly and Plant-Based Items Found at 2023 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival
The 2023 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival is now being celebrated at Walt Disney World Resort. This beautiful festival will continue on through July 5, 2023. Guests visiting the festival can enjoy 22 plant-based or gluten/wheat friendly items through select booths around the park. Below is a look at the 22 options that are…
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A Global Look at Easter Treats Being Offered at Disney Parks
Easter is almost here. With the arrival of the Easter Bunny does not just come Easter Eggs but also plenty of treats from around the globe at various Disney Parks. This includes Easter treats and eats from Walt Disney World Resort, Disneyland Resort, Shanghai Disney Resort, Hong Kong Disneyland Resort, and Tokyo Disney Resort. Check out all…
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TRON Lightcycle / Run to Soft Open Starting March 20 at Magic Kingdom
TRON Lightcycle / Run is set to officially open to guests on April 4, 2023. However, guests visiting before this date will get the chance to ride the Magic Kingdom’s newest attraction. Starting on March 20th, TRON Lightcycle / Run will be starting a soft opening period and will be allowing regular day guests to…
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Summer House on the Lake Coming to Disney Springs Later This Year
A new restaurant is coming to Disney Springs later this year. Disney has announced that Summer House on the Lake will be arriving at the shopping and dining district at Walt Disney World Resort in late 2023. According to a description about the new dining location, it will embody “a breezy, beach house vibe that…
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Disney100 The Decades 1930s Heading to shopDisney and Disney Parks
The 1930s and its golden era of animation will be celebrated in the Disney100 The Decades 1930s collection that will be arriving on shopDisney and also in the Disney Parks on March 20, 2023. This is an all-new collection that is part of the Disney100 Decades series. It goes back to the days of live…