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  • Jan- 2024 -
    18 January
    disney hug rule
    Priyanka Kumar
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    Disney’s “Hug Rule” Is Easily One of the Best Things About the Parks

    Have you ever wondered why a character interaction always feels so special, no matter who you're interacting with? This rule might be the answer! Going to a Disney Park is a special, once-in-a-lifetime experience. It's one of those unique chances to have that quintessential Disney experience that is so rarely found anywhere else in the world. While Disney theme park rides and attractions like Spac

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  • 18 January
    Priyanka Kumar
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    Flagship Attractions in Disney World Close Without Explanation

    Earlier this morning, two of Disney's flagship attractions at the Central Florida Disney resort temporarily closed, presumably for maintenance. Disney Park closures—whether temporary or permanent—are part and parcel of the Disney experience. Whether it's for a few hours due to a Disney Park ride breakdown, the need for quick fixes and maintenance, a longer refurbishment and TLC, or the occasional

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  • 18 January
    Steven
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    Baby Born on Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Led To Disney Maternity Ward Plans

    Over the past few weeks, the Disney community has been abuzz with rumors of a Walt Disney World Maternity Ward. But babies being born at a Disney Resort is nothing new. In fact, the first one was born on July 4, 1979. Related: Walt Disney World To Repurpose Abandoned Resort Experience Disney Maternity Ward The alleged Magic Kingdom Maternity Ward is being built above Casey's Corner on Main Street,

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  • 18 January
    Steven
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    Elephant Airlifted Over Disney Park

    This week, a strange sight was captured over Disneyland Park in Anaheim, California: a flying elephant. Related: Walt Disney World To Repurpose Abandoned Resort Experience Not Dumbo A “flying” elephant carried by a helicopter was spotted soaring at Disneyland Resort. The shocking sight caught many Disney Park guests and tourists by surprise. Spotting a massive pachyderm being guided th

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  • 18 January
    Britney Spears, Justin Timberlake, and Ryan Gosling
    Steven
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    Disney Channel Alum Airs Dirty Laundry…Ignites Potential Lawsuit

    To be a Disney Channel star back in its heyday would be the dream of any kid. Related: Disney/Pixar's New Theatrical Release Flops at Box Office Disney Channel Stars Among some of the shows you'd see back in those days would be Lizzie McGuire, Even Stevens, So Weird, and The All-New Mickey Mouse Club. As such, the Disney Channel has produced include Selena Gomez, Christina Aguilera, Raven Symone,

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  • 17 January
    Disney Skyliner at Disney's Hollywood Studios
    Krysten Swensen
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    Popular Disney World Transportation Option Is Now Closed

    There are so many things that make a Walt Disney World Resort vacation truly spectacular. There are amazing rides, delicious food, stunning nighttime shows, and so much more. However, one thing you may not consider is all the different modes of transportation. But they are as essential to Disney World as any other attraction. For years, guests could travel to and from Disney World theme parks and

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  • 17 January
    Disney all-day Park Hopper
    Michael Stoyanoff
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    Park Guests Celebrate the End of Disney’s Most Irritating Policy

    Walt Disney World in Florida has had some questionable policies in its time. In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, restrictions and odd rules were placed on the park, many of which remain. However, the theme park FINALLY listened to fan demand and removed one of the most irritating policies. Related: Disney World Brings Back Popular 1982 Policy Disney World All-Day Park Hopper Access Returns On Ja

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  • 17 January
    Tower of Terror at Disney World's Hollywood Studios Disney World Theme Park
    Steven
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    Former Disney Imagineer Incites Debate Over Ride Pre-Shows

    Debates over attractions at Walt Disney World Resort are nothing new. Guests, Imagineers, cast members, and Disney fanatics of all kinds have varying opinions over content, dialog, audio-animatronics, and even pre-shows. Related: Walt Disney World To Repurpose Abandoned Resort Experience Former Disney Imagineer Jim Shull Former Disney Imagineer Jim Shull recently sparked a debate over pre-shows on

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  • 17 January
    Disney World Blizzard Beach Water Park with a "Closed" sign on one of the attractions.
    Priyanka Kumar
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    Disney World Park Closes Due to Extreme Weather

    Fan-favorite Walt Disney World Resort water park Blizzard Beach will be closing temporarily for the safety of guests due to extreme winter weather conditions. The Walt Disney World Resort is one of the best places in the world to enjoy a Disney vacation. From incredible rides and attractions like Space Mountain and Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at Magic Kingdom and lands like Pandora in Disney's A

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  • 17 January
    Steven
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    Disney Hiring ‘Frozen,’ ‘Tangled’ & ‘The Princess and the Frog’ Fans

    Are you a Walt Disney World Resort fan who loves modern animated classics? Frozen (2013), Tangled (2010), and The Princess and the Frog (2009) are among the most popular and beloved Disney films since the Disney Renaissance. Related: Disney/Pixar's New Theatrical Release Flops at Box Office But if you love those movies and music and are a performer, Disney is looking for you! Related: Walt Disney

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