Tag: Walt Disney World Resort
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Walt Disney World Resort to Close Water Park and Mini Golf Courses Due to Hurricane Idalia
While most operations are not being affected at Walt Disney World Resort by Hurricane Idalia, there are a couple of things that are closing. Today it was announced that Walt Disney World Resort will be closing Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon water park and also Winter Summerland Miniature Golf and Fantasia Gardens Miniature Golf on August 30th. The announcement…
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Walt Disney World Reveals First Look at Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana at EPCOT
Walt Disney World has revealed a first look at Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana before it opens to the public in the not-so-distant future. This look comes after photos were released recently showing Imagineers testing this new area. Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana will allow guests to see and interact with water as…
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Walt Disney World Resort Offers 50% Hotel Discount to First Responders and Florida Residents Evacuating Due to Hurricane Idalia
Hurricane Idalia is set to hit Florida on Wednesday somewhere between Gainesville and Tallahassee. When it does, it is expected to have peak sustained winds of 125 mph with gusts up to 155 mph and storm surge that could top 15 feet by mid-morning Wednesday. As Florida braces to deal with this hurricane, Walt Disney…
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Tropical Storm Warning Issued for Walt Disney World Resort Area
The area around Walt Disney World Resort has been issued a Tropical Storm Warning. A Tropical Storm Warning is issued when Tropical Storm conditions, including winds of 39-73 mph, are EXPECTED in a specified coastal area within 36 hours or less. This comes as Tropical Storm Idalia continues to gain steam and get closer to becoming…
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UPDATED: Walt Disney World Under Tropical Storm Watch as Idalia Heads Toward Florida
Walt Disney World Resort is under a tropical storm watch as Tropical Storm Idalia heads toward Florida. The storm has led to hurricane warnings for large portions of Florida’s West Coast. Orange and Osceola Counties, where Walt Disney World Resort are both currently under a tropical storm watch. At this time, it appears that Hurricane…
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Walt Disney World Welcomes New Vice President of Live Entertainment
Walt Disney World Resort is welcoming a new Vice President of Live Entertainment. David Duffy most recently held the same role at Disneyland Paris and has a long history at The Walt Disney Company. Through his career of over three decades, Duffy has had roles as a show director, writer, artistic director, and creative director.…
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New Video Highlights Details of Tiana’s Palace at Disneyland
A new video released by Disney today shows off the details of Tiana’s Palace ahead of its opening in New Orleans Square at Disneyland on September 7, 2023. This comes after Daps Magic and other members of the media were given a preview of the menu that will be offered at the location (read about…
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Schedule Released for Destination D23
The schedule has been released for this year’s Destination D23. This weekend of all that is Disney will be packed full of panels and events for those in attendance to experience. The event is sold out but some of the event will be livestreamed only on Saturday and the D23 YouTube or Facebook pages. The…
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Administrator Gilzean Resigns From Florida Ethics Commission
Central Florida Tourism Oversight District Glenton “Glen” Gilzean has resigned from the Florida Comission on Ethics. This comes after a potential conflict of interest was discovered by media. This was followed be confirmation by a lawyer for the Comission on Ethics in Florida. With this move, Gilzean will continue in his role as the administrator…
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Make a Wish and Do as Dreamers Do – The Story of How Make-A-Wish Inspired a Kid to Become a Cast Member
If you met Dylan Cazin today, you would meet a Cast Member who has a love of Disney and a love of sharing the magic. At first glance, Dylan is a happy Cast Member who is one of the thousands of Cast Members at the Disneyland Resort. His story, however, shows a much deeper motivation…
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World Princess Week Brings Delicious Treats to Disney Parks Worldwide
In case you missed the royal decree, World Princess Week is here! Between August 20-26, 2023, the Disney Parks and Resorts around the world are celebrating our favorite noble heroines and their inspiring stories. Returning for the occasion this year are a bevy of luscious sweet treats and special snacks. Whether your foodie fancy is…
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Governor DeSantis’ District Board Wants Florida Inspector General to Investigate Disney Perks
The board that was appointed by Governor DeSantis to the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District has asked the Florida Inspector General to investigate Disney perks that were given for years to the employees and board members of the Reedy Creek Improvement District. These “perks” include theme park passes, discounts, and other things. The district is…
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Disney Countersues Central Florida Tourism Oversight District in State Court
Disney has countersued the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District. This comes shortly after the district asked for a summary judgement backing its agenda on its lawsuit against Disney. It also comes after Governor Ron DeSantis told Disney that it should just drop its lawsuit and the he had “moved on.” Apparently Disney hasn’t moved on…
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Ethics Commission Lawyer Says Central Florida Tourism Oversight District Administrator Must Resign From One of His Two Posts
Glenton “Glen” Gilzean has been getting questions of the ethics involved in his roles as both the administrator for the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District and also his role as the Chair for Florida’s Commission on Ethics. According to Florida law, this isn’t ok for anyone who is on the Commission on Ethics. Policy for…
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Photos/Video: Tour of Disney’s Boardwalk Inn Room and Concierge
Disney’s Boardwalk Inn at Walt Disney World Resort has been getting some updates to its room. The new updates give a new Disneyfied look for guests staying at the hotel. Daps Magic team member Tracy recently stayed at the Boardwalk Inn and shared some photos and video of the updated rooms, hallway, and concierge! Check…
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Board Appointed by Governor DeSantis Requests Ruling Against Disney Without Trial
The board for the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District, which was appointed by Governor Ron DeSantis, has requested that a state judge rule against Disney without a trial. In a filing on Tuesday, the board asked a state judge for a summary judgment that would rule in their favor on five of the nine counts…
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Bruno Coming to Magic Kingdom as Part of Hispanic and Latin American Heritage Month
Walt Disney World Resort will be celebrating Hispanic and Latin American Heritage Month from September 15th through October 15th. Throughout the month-long celebration there will be plenty of exciting experiences to be had throughout Walt Disney World. This includes entertainment, food, art, merchandise, and a few other things… including Bruno and Mirabel! Magic Kingdom At…
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Surviving the Heat in the Disney Parks
Summertime is a great time to visit the Disney theme parks, until it isn’t. They can be a lot of fun but when the heat continues to rise, things can become challenging… if not dangerous. With the weather, particularly in Florida, being very warm right now, it is very easy to overheat when visiting the…
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New Foods Coming for Contempo Café at Disney’s Contemporary Resort
New foods are arriving at the Contempo Café tomorrow at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. Starting on August 16th, there will be new items on the menu for those who stop by for a bite. Disney shared about these new delishes dishes. Read what was said below! Do you want a yummy breakfast option? You’re in luck…
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Central Florida Tourism Oversight District Administrator Faces Ethics Questions
Glenton “Glen” Gilzean, the administrator for the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District that governs most of the land where Walt Disney World Resort is found, is facing ethical questions in the state of Florida. The questions come up over his current role as both the administrator for the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District and also…
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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis Urges Disney to Drop Lawsuit
He has fought Disney in the courts, in the state legislature, at the local district, and now in the media. Governor Ron DeSantis continued his feud with The Walt Disney Company in an interview with CNBC. In this interview, he urged Disney’s CEO Bob Iger to drop the lawsuit that the company has against him.…
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Happy Haunts Materialize at Magic Kingdom
A group of happy haunts materialized at the Magic Kingdom recently in the dark of night. At the stroke of midnight, ghostly residents of the Haunted Mansion at Walt Disney World Resort came together in celebration of the new Haunted Mansion movie. The film is now playing in theaters. The ghosts… played in the park.…
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Check Out the Photo Ops Being Offered at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party
Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party begins its run for this year’s Halloween season tonight. On select nights from now through Halloween, guests will get to go to the Halloween Party at Magic Kingdom and experience incredible entertainment, merchandise, foods, and also some photo ops from Disney PhotoPass. Take a look below at all of the photo…
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Halloween Decorations Go Up at Magic Kingdom
Halloween has arrived at Walt Disney World Resort. Disney has shared a look at the decorating process as happened recently in Magic Kingdom. Take a look at the process of making this magical transformation happen from a summer of fun to the spooky season. In the coming months guests will be able to enjoy Mickey’s…