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Aug- 2023 -10 August
Disney World Cast Member Gives Guest Confusing Surprise
A Disney World Guest was recently on the receiving end of a confusing surprise from Cast Members, but it's more common than you think! The Walt Disney World Resort is a place of wonder and magic for all Guests. The Central Florida Disney Resort is known for its classic rides and iconic attractions that have visitors from all over the world flocking to Walt Disney World. This said, every Disney fan
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10 August
Alternate Version of ‘Moana’ Song Stuns Listeners
If you think you know the iconic Moana song “How Far I'll Go” by heart — even during brain surgery — then try learning this new version for some extra Disney magic! How Far I'll Go…to Malta! A Maltese Disney fan named Sarah Micallef Muscat has just created her own viral non-English version of the Polynesian Disney Princess's song. Even though this version of the Disne
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10 August
Is Disney About to Turn a Corner or Fall Off a Cliff?
It's been a big week for Walt Disney Company CEO Bob Iger. The week began with the announcement that ESPN was joining Penn Entertainment in creating ESPN Bet. It will be Disney's first venture into the world of sports gambling. Analysts initially met it with rave reviews, but upon further inspection, they weren't sure that Disney/ESPN got the best deal with a “second/third tier” gambli
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10 August
Reality TV Star Exposes Disneyland Past, Punished for Being “Too Sexy”
Many California residents will recognize reality TV star Heather Dubrow from the reality shows Botched and Real Housewives of Orange County, but Disney fans might recognize the actress and television personality from a Disneyland Park stage show! In a recent episode of Watch What Happens Live With Andy Cohen, the mother of four revealed that (aside from several TV roles) some of her pre-reality sh
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10 August
Resellers Strike Again, Snatching Up Disney’s Newest Tiki Mug
When visiting Disney, one of the fun things to do is browse the stores and see what kind of amazing merchandise you can add to your collection. Disney fans love seeing the latest spirit jerseys, Loungefly backpacks, Minnie ears, mugs, and so much more. Guests also love to head to the Parks and swoop up limited-time merchandise, like that which was released during Walt Disney World's 50th Anniversa
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10 August
After Weeks of Constant Backlash, Iger Changes Tune on Striking Workers
It's been 100 days since Hollywood's writers hit the picket lines, wanting a new contract that focuses on compensation, minimum staffing in writers' rooms, and better residuals from streaming platforms. Two months after the Writers Guild went on strike, they were joined by the more than 160,000 members of the Screen Actors Guild. The actors were also unable to come to an agreement with the studios
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10 August
Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Cost Way More to Close Than Expected
Walt Disney World's ambitious endeavor, the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser hotel, is set to close its doors in September, marking a costly setback for the entertainment giant. Initially expected to cost around $150 million to shutter, the reality now looms much higher. Let's dive into the latest information about the costs of dismantling this failed experiment. Galactic Starcruiser Closure Costs
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10 August
Theme Park Reservations Automatically Removed for Select Guests
After an announcement earlier this summer about the end of theme park reservations for select Guests, Disney has an update for us! Since its announcement and institution, the Disney Park Pass Reservation system has been the bane of many Guests' Disney vacations. The plan was first implemented as we were coming out of the Covid-19 pandemic to manage crowd levels at the Disney Parks. Per Disney Park
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10 August
Amid Deadly Heat, Disney World Faces a Potentially Disastrous Hurricane Season
Walt Disney World in Florida is being bullied by Mother Nature this summer. The theme park has dealt with some crazy weather of record-breaking proportions, and it doesn't look to be letting up. Guests currently visiting Disney World are experiencing some dangerous and nasty heat, and the Park may be in for even more trouble this year. Disney World Hurricane Season The National Hurricane Center ha
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10 August
Disney Already Owns a Franchise to Compete With the ‘Super Mario Bros. Movie’ Success
The Super Mario Bros. Movie is the surprise blockbuster of the year and an undeniable success for Universal Pictures and Illumination. Grossing over $1.3 billion worldwide since its release in April, it is now the most financially successful video game movie of all time and the third highest-grossing animated film ever. The studio took advantage of an iconic video game franchise to find success, s
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