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Walt Disney World to Host Annual Passholder Previews for Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind
This morning it was announced that on May 27, 2022, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind will be blasting off at EPCOT for guests. Hours later, emails went out to Walt Disney World Annual Passholders telling of a preview of the attraction and accompanying The Wonders of Xandar Pavilion. The subject heading for the email…
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Sofia Carson Helps Unveil Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Coca-Cola Bottles
As Walt Disney World continues to celebrate its 50th Anniversary, more surprises continue to be unveiled. This week, Sofia Carson helped unveil five new collectible Coca-Cola bottles. This continues a collaboration between Walt Disney World Resort and Coca-Cola that has continued for 50 years. These Coca-Cola bottles are only available at Walt Disney World Resort.…
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50th Anniversary Celebration Continues at Walt Disney World Resort with New and Nostalgic Merchandise Collections
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (March 30, 2022) – This spring will see three new product lines unveiled as part of the Walt Disney World Resort 50th Anniversary celebration. The new lines will invite guests to commemorate their visit by taking a piece of the magic home. Blending new and nostalgic, the merchandise range will put a…
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With the Reopening of Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort, all Resorts Now Open at Walt Disney World Resort
Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort is now open. With its reopening, all of the resorts at Walt Disney World Resort are again open. This comes after they all were closed initially in March 2020 due to the pandemic. The resort reopened finally on March 31, 2022. For the reopening, Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, and Goofy joined…
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Disney Releases Details on Character Meet and Greets Return to Disneyland and Walt Disney World
There is something incredibly magical about going to a Disney park and getting to talk with Mickey, play with him, and have a special moment with him or his friends. For over two years, guests haven’t been able to meet with Mickey Mouse and the gang when visiting Disneyland or Walt Disney World Resorts. Instead,…
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Jeremy Doig Appointed Chief Technology Officer For Disney Streaming
Will Lead Technical Innovation and Growth for Disney+, Hulu, ESPN+, and Star+ March 30, 2022 – Jeremy Doig has been named Chief Technology Officer, Disney Streaming, where he will lead the technology organization and global technology strategy for The Walt Disney Company’s portfolio of direct-to-consumer streaming services. Doig, a 30-year veteran in online media, brings…
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Disney Teases Return of Traditional Character Meet and Greets
Today Disney teased the return of hugs with characters. In a post on social media, the social distancing barrier is removed between the camera and Mickey Mouse. Mickey Mouse then beckons the camera closer and indicates a hug while nodding yes. The hashtags for the post indicate that traditional meet and greets could be returning…
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Documentary About Jim Henson Being Developed by Ron Howard and Disney Original Documentary
There is a new documentary in the works that is promising to be the “definitive portrait” of Jim Henson, creator of The Muppets. The film is coming from Ron Howard and Brian Grazer who are teaming up with Disney Original Documentary. The film is being made with the “full participation and cooperation of the Henson…
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Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue Returns to Walt Disney World Resort This Summer
The Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue is returning to Walt Disney World Resort this summer. The popular show with the Pioneer Hall Players and cast members will see its curtains rise again starting on June 23, 2022. The frontier-style dining experience will again be offered at Pioneer Hall at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground. Reservations will…
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Disney Cruise Line Reveals Treasures Untold Shop Aboard Disney Wish
The Disney Cruise Line unveiled a new shop that will be aboard the Disney Wish when it begins cruising with guests this summer. Treasures Untold will be a shop found aboard the Disney Wish with signature Disney Cruise Line collectibles. Treasures Untold will be found in a retail district aboard the Disney Wish. It will…
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The Walt Disney Company Releases Statement of Opposition After Signing of Florida’s ‘Don’t Say Gay’ Bill
The Walt Disney Company released a statement today after Governor Ron DeSantis signed Florida legislation dubbed the ‘Don’t Say Gay’ bill. In the statement released by a Disney spokesperson, it says that Disney will work to repeal this law either through legislative means or through the courts. Here is the full statement: “Florida’s HB 1557,…
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The Walt Disney Company Earns 6 Academy Awards® Including Best Animated Feature Film and Best Documentary
Today, The Walt Disney Company received six Academy Awards® at the 94th annual ceremony, broadcast live on ABC from the Dolby® Theatre at Ovation Hollywood. Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Encanto was recognized as Best Animated Feature Film. This is the second Oscar® win for director Byron Howard and producer Clark Spencer, and the first Oscar win for director Jared Bush and producer…
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Not Just a Walk in the Park: My Worldwide Disney Resorts Career – Mr. DAPs’ Book Review
Not Just a Walk in the Park: My Worldwide Disney Resorts Career is a personal look at the career of Disney Legend Jim Cora. Cora started working at Disneyland in 1957 and would go on to have an illustrious 40-year career with Disney. Eventually, he would become the Chairman of Disneyland International in 1999 before…
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Disney Mirrorverse Mobile Game Arriving This Summer
A new mobile game is coming from Disney this summer. Disney Mirrorverse will allow guests to see some of their favorite Disney and Pixar characters in a way that has never been seen before. The game comes from a collaboration between Disney and Pixar Games and Kabam. Disney Mirrorverse will be arriving on June 23,…
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Disney Cultural Representatives Returning to Walt Disney World Resort in August
For many people, meeting cultural representatives from the different countries represented at EPCOT around World Showcase is a highlight of a trip to Walt Disney World. It is one of those Disney details that takes something that is very good and makes it great. Their addition adds authenticity to each pavilion they serve in and…
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Minnie Vans Returning to Walt Disney World this Summer
Get ready to get around Walt Disney World Resort in style! Minnie Vans, connected by Lyft, will be returning to Walt Disney World this summer! Earlier today, the Disney Parks Tik Tok shared a clip of the vans with the announcement that the transportation system would be coming back this summer. No return date was…
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Disney Shares First Look at Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique Aboard Disney Wish
Today Disney released a first look at the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique that will be aboard the Disney Wish. This salon is Cinderella-inspired and will offer makeovers for kids ages 3 to 12. This will include hairstyling, makeup, costumes and accessories. The salon includes beautiful wood features, chandeliers with candle lights, and other design elements inspired…
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Disney Announces Celebration of 94th Oscars with “Life is Shorts: Oscar 2022”
Disney has announced that it will be celebrating animation at the Oscars with Life is Shorts: Oscar 2022. Hosted by Tamron Hall, this will debut Friday, March 25, on Disney Channel and Disney XD. It will air initially at 8:30 p.m. EDT/PDT on Disney Channel and 9:00 p.m. EDT/PDT on Disney XD and then air…
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Disney Voices Support for LGBTQIA+ Cast On Social Media on Day of Walk Outs
Today cast members from across The Walt Disney Company have planned a walkout in support of its LGBTQIA+ cast, their families, and the community at large. As cast members are walking out, Disney has voiced support for the cause with multiple posts on social media. This includes its parks channels and also Disney+. The post…
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Disney Forms Task Force and Listening Tour in Response to LGBTQ+ Concerns
During a town hall meeting on Monday, Disney CEO Bob Chapek announced that there would be a listening tour and a task force in response to concerns throughout Disney about the response to Florida’s legislation that would limit in-class discussion of sexual orientation and gender identity. The move comes after Disney initially did not take…
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Disney Village to Undergo Multi-Year Transformation at Disneyland Paris
Disneyland Paris announced today that the Disney Village is going to undergo a multi-year transformation. The announcement comes as Disneyland Paris is currently celebrating its 30th anniversary. Currently, there are also expansions and renovations happening at Disneyland Paris in its Walt Disney Studios and also Disneyland Hotel as well. The Disney Village announcement also offered…
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Shanghai Disney Resort Closes Due to Pandemic
The Shanghai Disney Resort is closing its gates due to the impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic. A post on its website says that the pandemic is forcing it to close its gates starting on March 21, 2022. The following post was found on its website: Due to the current pandemic situation, Shanghai Disney Resort, including…
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Walt Disney World Resort Named Most Popular Tourist Destination on TikTok
This week Walt Disney World Resort was named the most popular tourist destination on TikTok. According to Forbes, a new study from Next Vacay determined this. The study released a list of top ‘bucket list’ experiences for 2022. This list was determined by looking at what experiences and destinations were the most watched on TikTok.…
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Disney Releases Lofi Minnie: Focus
Disney has released a new album that is sure to relax the listener, or perhaps help them focus. Lofi Minnie: Focus is a collection of Minnie Mouse’s favorite Disney tunes in a low-key way. Lofi has become more and more popular recently. It is a mix of hip-hop, house, and jazz. “What attracted us to…