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Disney Task Force is Exploring AI and Ways It Could Cut Costs Across the Company
A Disney task force has been created to explore the potential that comes with AI and also ways to cut costs. The task force was created earlier this year before the writer’s strike in Hollywood. The task force is seeking to see how AI can be applied across different ways across the entertainment company. Currently…
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Photos/Video: San Fransokyo Square Continues to Bring More of the World of “Big Hero 6” to Disney California Adventure
San Fransokyo Square is set to be officially open to the public by the end of August. Leading up to the completion of this new area of Disney California Adventure, there are a lot of fun details to discover and watch come to life. When it is finished, guests will be able to enter the…
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Mickey and Friends runDisney Medals Revealed for 2024 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend
Ahead of the 2024 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend, the runDisney Medals have been revealed for this big event. The 2024 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend takes place from January 3 – 7, 2024 and the medals for this special event are themed around Mickey and Friends. Take a look at the medals that runners…
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shopDisney Reveals Halloween Merchandise Lineup
Halloween is starting to show up in the parks and now it is also showing up on shopDisney. Today shopDisney released quite the lineup of Halloween merchandise. This includes apparel, costumes, decorations, and quite the array of other spooky items. Below are some of the highlights of this year’s Halloween merchandise lineup: Minnie Mouse Sequin…
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“Haunted Mansion” Director Would Like to Tackle Another Disney Attraction
Haunted Mansion director Justin Simien mayb have just finished directing a movie based on one classic Disney attraction but if he had his way, he’d direct a movie of another. In an interview with Screen Rant, Simien shared what other Disney attraction he would like to make into a movie… and it might not be…
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The Disney Cruise Line – A Look at the Fleet
The Disney Cruise Line fleet continues to expand. Currently there are five ships that make up the fleet with more on the way. These ships take guests on magical adventures around the globe. They combine the luxury of cruising with the magic that can only come from The Walt Disney Company. Below is an overview…
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Meet the Cast of Disney Illusion Island
Since being released, Disney Illusion Island has had fans going on adventures with Mickey Mouse and the gang to find missing books on the island of Monoth. This game is fun for all ages thanks to the writing of Kelsy Abbott, Lizz Lunney, and Debra Grand-Scrutton. There are also some magical moments to enjoy with…
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Disney ily 4EVER Fashion Dolls Now Available
A new line of dolls that allow fans to celebrate their favorite Disney characters and stories comes in the form of Disney ily 4EVER Fashion Dolls. These dolls are now available from JAKKS Pacific, Inc at Target and Amazon. Disney descripes Disney ily 4EVER in the following way: Disney ily 4EVER is the only fashion doll brand that…
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Disney and Pixar’s “Elemental” Heading to Homes Digitally in August and on Disc in September
Disney and Pixar’s Elemental will soon be available digitally for people to download and watch at home, followed by on disc in September. Elemental will be released for digital download on August 15 and then be available on September 26 on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray and DVD. The home entertainment release will have bonus features…
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Walt Disney World Resort Conjures Up Wicked Fun for the Whole Family This Fall
From Halloween parties and a global flavor celebration to a half-marathon Banquet Bash, Walt Disney World bubbles over with family-friendly fall fun LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (August 2, 2023) – As summer wanes, the fall season ushers in a variety of enticing family experiences at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida. This year, fan-favorite seasonal celebrations…
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Shanghai Disney Resort and Dettol Enter Multi-Year Resort Alliance
Shanghai, August 2, 2023 – Shanghai Disney Resort and Dettol, a globally recognized brand for health and hygiene products, announced today that the two companies have embarked on a multi-year resort alliance, designating Dettol as the Official Cleaning and Hygiene Provider of Shanghai Disney Resort. Under the alliance, Dettol will join Shanghai Disney Resort to help…
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Walt Disney World Announces Discounted Florida Resident 2-Park Explorer Ticket
Walt Disney World Resort has announced a new deal for Florida residents wishing to visit during the next two months. The Florida Resident Disney 2-Park Explorer Ticket is a special 2-day ticket that is available for admission to EPCOT and also Disney’s Animal Kingdom theme parks. The ticket is $159 plus tax and is valid…
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Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts Updating Dining Reservation Process
Both the Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts are updating the process for guests who are making dining reservations. The change will be a welcome one for guests visiting the Disney resorts on both coasts. Disney announced on Wednesday changes to the dining system that will make it easier for guests to find and get…
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60th Anniversary of The Avengers Celebrated With New shopDisney Collection
It is the 60th anniversary of The Avengers. As part of the celebration of this milestone, shopDisney has released a collection with new merchandise. The collection includes apparel, costumes, toys, mugs, lamps, bedding, watches, and so much more. Below is a look at some of the merchandise that is a part of this collection. The…
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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Programs Cancelled by District Governing Walt Disney World
The Central Florida Tourism Oversight District, where the bulk of Walt Disney World Resort is found, has cancelled progams for diversity, equity, and inclusion. This echos moves by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis at a state level. Governor DeSantis has been cutting these types of initiatives in high education and other places. The board for the…
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Disney CEO Bob Iger Brings Back Former Disney Execs Kevin Mayer, Tom Staggs to Strategize Future of Legacy TV
Bob Iger is looking to the future by going to the past. Iger has brought in former Disney Execs Kevin Mayer, Tom Staggs, to help advise on the future of Disney’s legacy TV assets. The duo have been brought in to discuss paths forward for the legacy TV assets, including the possible sales of these…
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Disney Launches Global Create 100 Campaign to Celebrate Creativity and Support Make-A-Wish With $1 Million Donation
Today marks the launch of Create 100, a global celebration of creativity marking 100 years of Disney storytelling. Some of the world’s most renowned visionaries and next generation talent across fashion, music, art, and more have donated artworks, items, and experiences inspired by their personal connection to stories and characters across Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars,…
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Disney Illusion Island Now Available on Nintendo Switch™
Embark on a Whimsical Journey with Mickey & Friends GLENDALE, CA — July 28 2023 – Today, Disney Games, in collaboration with developer Dlala Studios, launch Disney Illusion Island globally, a local cooperative 2D platform adventure video game for up to four players, exclusively for Nintendo Switch™. Experience a brand-new adventure as players join Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck…
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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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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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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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The Walt Disney Company Television Earns 53 News & Documentary Emmy® Award Nominations
Collectively, The Walt Disney Company has earned 53 News & Documentary Emmy® Award nominations* across content brands and studios ABC News, ESPN, Disney+, Hulu, and National Geographic. News category winners will be revealed on Wednesday, September 27, while the documentary category winners will be announced on Thursday, September 28. A total list of The Walt Disney…
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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…