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May- 2023 -31 May
Disney Dining Plan Details Released!
When Walt Disney World Resort reopened after the COVID-19 pandemic, there were a lot of things that were different and a lot of things that were missing. One of the biggest missing things was the Disney Dining Plan. Many restaurants were closed and character dining was non-existent, so not having the Dining Plan made sense. However, nearly all Disney World restaurants are back open, and character
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31 May
Colorado Governor Bets DeSantis on the NBA Finals. The Prize: Disney World
It's not unusual for Governors or Mayors to make fictional bets on significant sporting events. It's usually pretty harmless, mostly involving food from the other city, or perhaps the losing Mayor has to sing about the victorious city. During this year's Super Bowl, the Mayors from Kansas City and Philadelphia bet a food care package, with the KC Mayor getting some of Philly's beer and sandwiches.
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30 May
Disney Named One of the Most Polarizing Companies
It has been a rough 14 months for The Walt Disney Company. The beloved company has been locked in a heated battle with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis. The issue began when then-Disney CEO Bob Chapek spoke out against Florida's Parental Rights in Education Bill. From there, things have devolved into DeSantis targeting Disney with new legislation. In turn, Disney has filed a lawsuit against the Gover
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30 May
No Matter Who Wins Disney/DeSantis Fight, It Will Break New Legal Ground
There is always the possibility that cooler heads will ultimately prevail. The Walt Disney Company and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis will realize they need each other, and all this mess will disappear. The two parties will come to a mutual understanding that benefits both of them, and that will be the end of all this. Cooler heads prevail, and that's the end of it. But then again, probably not. Di
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30 May
Disney World Makes Disappointing Decision for Park Hopping Restrictions
During the COVID-19 pandemic, Walt Disney World Resort — along with every other Disney Resort — had to shut down. The Most Magical Place on Earth was closed for a record 116 days. However, it was the Disney Resort that was closed for the least amount of time. When the Disney World Parks reopened, many things were different. The Parks could only be at 25% capacity, masks were required a
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30 May
Disney Boutique Faces Backlash After Revealing New “Fairy Godmother Apprentice”
A Disneyland Guest recently shared some footage from her visit to Disneyland's Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique, which is a boutique that (like its Walt Disney World Resort and Disney cruise ship counterparts) gives children Disney prince or Disney princess makeovers. Disney's Newest Apprentice Unfortunately, because the footage showed a bearded individual working as one of the Fairy Godmother's Apprentic
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30 May
‘The Little Mermaid’ Is Not “Kinky” Enough, According to This Critic
The new Little Mermaid live-action movie has been receiving rave reviews when it comes to the performance of lead actress Halle Bailey in the role of Ariel, and mixed reviews when it comes to almost everything else — but one prestigious newspaper's review of the movie has sparked some serious backlash! What's That Word Again? “Kink”! New York Times writer Wesley Morris recently s
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29 May
Disney’s Lake Nona Cancelation Has a Ripple Effect in the Surrounding Area
Since the Walt Disney Company decided earlier this month to cancel its relocation of 2,000 jobs to its new Lake Nona campus in Florida, the effects that the cancelation would have on the local community is starting to come into focus. Besides the $1 billion that Disney would have spent in constructing its new office campus, there are also the ancillary jobs that go along with supporting 2,000 work
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29 May
‘Victory or Death’ DeSantis Board Hires Conservative Icon For Disney Legal Fight
If you were hoping that the feud between the Walt Disney Company and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District was going to come to an end anytime soon, you are going to be sadly mistaken. Governor DeSantis' Board just made a hire that shows it is in this fight for the long haul. Related: Disney Busting Out ‘Legal Legend' For Fight With DeSantis The Cen
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28 May
Is Disney Trapping Its Legendary Actors With These False Promises?
Being a Disney celebrity or Disney Channel actor has never apparently been easy — but these days, it seems particularly tricky to be a Disney star. According to this recent report from a supposedly reliable source, the Walt Disney Company has allegedly been systematically restricting its A-list stars by tying them to contracts with no intention of following through on their promises. This ac
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