Tag: Walt Disney World Resort
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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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Elemental – GEEKS CORNER – Episode #653
Welcome to another episode of GEEKS CORNER! This week there are a lot of fun things to geek out about! There was a first look at The Muppets Mayhem this week that looks like it will be a lot of fun! A new trailer for Pixar’s Elemental was released this week. With this movie, a…
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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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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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Experience #AlltheDisneyThrills at Walt Disney World Resort
New Experiences and Returning Favorites for the Whole Family to Enjoy Take Center Stage Throughout 2023 LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (March 15, 2023) – In 2023, Walt Disney World Resort is the place to embrace thrills of all kinds. Exciting new experiences set to debut this year include one of the fastest coasters at any…
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Corkcicle Retail Location Coming to Disney Springs
A new Corkcicle store is coming to Disney Springs. Corkcicle is an Orlando business that has had its products in recent EPCOT festivals. The opening of this store in Disney Springs marks the first time that the company will have its own retail location. Corkcicle is known for its innovative, obsession-worth, high-performing insulated drink ware,…
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EPCOT Transformation To Be Completed This Year!
For guests visiting EPCOT during the last few years, there has been a lot going on. As a massive transformation has brought EPCOT into a new era, guests have seen new attractions at EPCOT, new buildings, new entertainment, and new neighborhoods pop up to name a few things. Today it was announced that the transformation…
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EPCOT to Host Walt Disney World Resort’s Disney100 Celebration
On January 27, 2023, the Disneyland Resort began celebrating the 100th anniversary of The Walt Disney Company. The Disney100 celebration at Disneyland includes the opening of Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway, two new nighttime spectaculars, festive statues, merchandise, outfits for Mickey & friends, food, and a whole lot more. Walt Disney World Resort will be…
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New Character Meet and Greets Coming to Walt Disney World Resort
Walt Disney World Resort has announced three new character meet and greets that will be coming to the most magical place on Earth later this year. The three characters will be arriving in three different parks at three different times. Moana – Disney’s Animal Kingdom Moana will be arriving in Disney’s Animal Kingdom next month.…
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Coming Soon: Tiana’s Bayou Adventure’s Tiara-Topped Water Tower at Magic Kingdom
Work continues on the transformation of Splash Mountain into Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at the Magic Kingdom. Once completed, guests will get to go on an all new adventure with Tiana and friends when they visit Walt Disney World Resort. Today, it was announced a visual milestone in this transformation will be happening soon. This will…
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The Official Disney Parks Cookbook: 101 Magical Recipes from the Delicious Disney Vault Now Available
A new cookbook has been released that brings recipes from favorite foods in the Disney Parks to home kitchens. The Official Disney Parks Cookbook: 101 Magical Recipes from the Delicious Disney Vault was officially released on February 7, 2023. This has recipes that span the different parks and the different magical experiences that are offered.…
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TRON Lightcycle / Run Merchandise Revealed Ahead of Magic Kingdom Opening
TRON Lightcycle / Run will be officially opening to the public on April 4, 2023. When it does, users will be headed to the Grid to race against other Programs. Going on the attraction is just half of the experience, though. Getting to dress up, accessorize, and take home souvenirs also adds to it. Eating…