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Jul- 2023 -7 July
REVIEW: Disney Princesses Will Flee in the Face of Netflix’s ‘Nimona’ Hero
These days, it is no secret that the Walt Disney Company has been openly trying to be more inclusive (or as some people say, “woke”) across all of its mediums. Gender-neutral Disney Park Cast Member names, the ongoing political battle with Florida leader Governor Ron DeSantis, and LGBTQ+ relationships in animated movies have left Disney Park Guests and Disney audience members harshly d
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7 July
If DeSantis Wants to Regulate Disney World, Start With Its Horrible Drivers
You would have to be a masochist to enjoy driving on Walt Disney World property and its surrounding area. Between confused tourists and reckless excitement, navigating the Orlando theme park is an exercise in patience. With Florida Governor Ron DeSantis barreling down on Disney World in hopes of regulating it, perhaps he should first focus on the roads. Orlando has horrible drivers, and the issue
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7 July
EPCOT Area Disney Resorts Offer Limited-Time Discounts
Disney's monorail, Skyliner, and boat are fan-favorite modes of Walt Disney World transportation, but there’s nothing quite as magical as waking up and taking a short stroll to The World Showcase entrance. Thanks to Disney Resorts near the beloved Boardwalk, Guests are offered convenient access to one of the Walt Disney World Resort’s favorite Parks: EPCOT. In a competitive Disney Park landscape w
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7 July
Dining Reservation Problems Sour Disney World Guest Experience
The Disney experience has been universally known to be well worth its salt in many ways. While going to a Disney theme park can have its challenges, the magic and wonder of being at the Walt Disney World Resort or the Disneyland Resort more than makes up for some of the hiccups that Guests face—think ride malfunctions, occasional bad Guest behavior and more. A Disney Vacation Starts Before Your Fi
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7 July
Orlando Tourism Is Facing a Concerning Trend
Central Florida wasn't a prime vacation location before Walt Disney World came along. Since the Park's opening in 1971, Orlando has become a crucial tourist destination for the sunshine state. Tourism has been a significant revenue source ever since, particularly in Orange County. However, a concerning trend has sprouted near the Magic Kingdom. Guests have noticed that Disney World attendance seem
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7 July
Guest Spots Life-Threatening Damage While Riding Popular Attraction, Ride Shuts Down Immediately
Every theme park goer’s worst nightmare became a reality on Friday when a Guest recorded a shocking scene while riding a popular attraction. The most thrilling rides are difficult to engineer, so theme parks like Walt Disney World and Disneyland regularly scan attractions for potential blockages and issues. While Disney Parks are reigning favorites among theme park fans, Carowinds amusement park i
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6 July
AITA? Woman Refuses to Take Disney Adult Sister on Magical Vacation
Each year, thousands of families visit Walt Disney World Resort and create memories that will last a lifetime. Sure, Disney is crowded, the weather can be brutal, and it's not a cheap experience, but it's always worth it. Walt Disney World is one of the top family vacation destinations in the world, and those families come in all shapes and sizes. Most people look forward to jetting off to The Mos
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6 July
Is Disney Helplessly Out of Touch With Its Post-Pandemic Audience?
The Disney name was once unanimously equated to success. It was the pinnacle model of how to run a business right. Companies used to utilize Disney's methods to teach their employees how to be prosperous. In fact, almost everything the entertainment giant touched turned to gold. This certainly seems to have hit a wall in the post-pandemic world. Disney is out of touch with its new audience, and it
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6 July
Disney Union Announces Cast Member Strike Pause For Summer Months
Disney employs hundreds of thousands of people around the world. Some are those who work in the studios and make Disney's television shows and movies. Others work for companies Disney owns, like Pixar, Marvel, and Lucasfilm. And then there are those tens of thousands of employees who work in Disney theme parks. Those theme park Cast Members give it their all to make sure each Guest has a magical t
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6 July
Dwayne Johnson Gets a Visit From Adorable Disney Icon on Fourth of July
Disney has had a rocky ride lately. Box office film flops, misses in representation, and legal woes with Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis haven’t been on anyone’s bingo cards. Still, Disney has been in the line of fire after decades of unproblematic feedback. One lightning rod of controversy came with promoting Disney’s live-action remake of The Little Mermaid. Halle Bailey stepped into the certified Dis
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