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Aug- 2023 -19 August
Fans Complain After Disney Adds Yet Another “IP” Feature
These days, many Disney fans are feeling disillusioned when it comes to their previously-beloved Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort theme parks. Some aspects of this disappointment might be due to price increases, Walt Disney Company CEO Bob Iger, Disney's controversial live-action remakes, and other less-than-ideal Disney changes. However, one underlying cause seems to be Disney World
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19 August
Lightning Completely Disables Disney Park
Even though many Disney Fanatics try to plan their Walt Disney World Resort or Disneyland Resort vacations meticulously — whether those obstacles might be a serious injury or a disruptive Youtuber — there a myriad of things that can go wrong. One particularly consistent disruption, that absolutely cannot be circumvented, is weather! Whether a Disney vacation is a rainy trip or a sunny
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19 August
Goodbye Waste! Disney Bans Single-Serve Plastic in Parks
As the hazardous effects of climate change threaten more and more people's everyday reality, the focus on reducing greenhouse gas emissions, choosing more sustainably-made purchases, and recycling properly are all becoming necessities. Walt Disney World Resort has not been idle on this front, and Disney is known for its conservation efforts — but now Disney is also making a big change that p
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19 August
EPCOT Guests Flock to New Hawaii Area
Everyone's favorite Hawaiian Disney characters might be on hiatus for the foreseeable future, but the Hawaiian state has still made a grand entrance in the Walt Disney World Resort EPCOT theme park this August! For the beloved yearly Disney World event known as the EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival, Walt Disney World Resort has added Hawaii to its World Showcase in the form of a tasty-tre
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19 August
Disney Guests Film Fight With “Disrespectful” Cast Member, Internet Calls Them Out Instead
There are two sides to every story. While viral videos of altercations often sway certain people in a specific direction, many viewers can often recognize subtle details that paint a much different story. The beginning of a video is not necessarily the start of an encounter. Recently viral footage of a Disney guest seeking to find a “disrespectful Disney employee” turned out way differ
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19 August
Disney World Ride Repeatedly Shut Down Due to Unwelcome Guests
Ride shutdowns are not uncommon at the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida. Certain attractions will close for many reasons, mostly for guest safety. However, a recent and somewhat unusual occurrence has reportedly been the source of multiple shutdowns at a Magic Kingdom attraction lately. The incredibly popular and beloved Pirates of the Caribbean ride has been forced to close several times due t
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19 August
Disney Quietly Replaces Animated ‘Little Mermaid’ Resort Experience
The Disney theme parks are in a constant state of change and growth. Without updating the experiences, guests can often get bored of offerings, and attendance could suffer. Walt Disney even said that his parks were never finished. With Disney's commitment to remaking its classics into live-action, some fans have not been receptive to the presence of these reimagined versions in the theme parks. Th
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19 August
Disney’s Losing Streak Set to End With Massive Success
The Walt Disney Company has had to humble itself quite a bit this year. The box office hasn't exactly been kind to it recently, and many critics claim the company has lost its spark. However, this week has added a glimmer of hope which could rival the success of Disney's cash cow, Frozen. All signs and feedback signal a major comeback for Disney this holiday season with its upcoming animated music
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18 August
Multiple Disney Cast Members Agree on Rudest Celebrity to Visit Parks
It's no secret that being a Disney cast member is very hard work. Cast members keep the parks clean, keep the stores organized, operate Disney's dozens of rides and attractions, and try to make each guest's day as magical as possible. A Disney cast member has a truly unique job that isn't for everyone. Because cast members work so hard to make magic, guests must also work to make sure they appreci
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18 August
Disney’s $100 Million Disney+ Series Lasted a Total of 6 Months
Over the past few years, streaming services have become one of the main ways people watch their favorite shows. Linear programming — shows on cable — has rapidly declined. More people are signing up for services like Hulu and YouTube TV instead of relying on providers like Charter Spectrum for their viewing needs. So, it seemed like smart business when Disney launched its own streaming
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