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Jan- 2023 -28 January
Classic Disney World Establishment Closing Soon, Fans Upset
The beloved Walt Disney World establishment, Trail's End in Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort, will be closing for refurbishment soon. The Walt Disney World Resort is one of the top locations for a Disney vacation. With four Theme Parks that Guests from all over the world love to frequent, the Disney Resort has many wonderful establishments that Guests enjoy immensely. One important part of the Disn
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28 January
Disney Legend Whoopi Goldberg Speaks Out to Bring Back ‘Song of the South’
More and more voices are coming to the surface, asking Disney to bring back the ever-controversial Song of the South. After Splash Mountain’s closure in Walt Disney World Resort at the end of last week, the unfortunately controversial ride and the movie that inspired it have been in the news consistently. Fans are still mourning the loss of many of their favorite ride, and more still feel the clos
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27 January
Artist Creates Hilarious “Realistic” Versions of The Disney Princesses
Everyone loves the beloved characters known as Disney princesses — even if some of them are not technically Disney princesses, but instead Disney heroines or female protagonists — but because the Disney princesses are often portrayed as perfect, graceful examples of decorum (especially the more classic princesses like Snow White), it can also be tempting to mock the heroines or portray
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27 January
Content Creator Entertains Fans With Uncanny Disney Transformations
If you're a fan of Disney, Disney costumes, and British humor, then you may have already heard of the Youtuber and social media content creator known as Mr. Thomas English. As a former English teacher and ardent Disney fan, English has become more and more well-known on social media for his hilarious Disney princess compilations and his humorous videos about English versus American lifestyles. En
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27 January
Cast Member Union Leaders Say ‘No’ to Disney’s Offer
Negotiations continue between The Walt Disney Company and Walt Disney World Resort Cast Member Union Local 737 regarding an increase in pay for the service industry employees. The latest reports show Disney delivered an offer, and the Union does not like what they see. Related: Cast Members Reflect on ‘Traditions’ Amid Turbulent Period for Theme Parks According to the Orlando Sentinel, “Memb
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27 January
Outlet SLAMS Disney for Splash Mountain Closure, Lists Other “Problematic” Rides to Shut Down Immediately
Splash Mountain may be gone, but the controversy lives on. An outlet slammed Disney for its decision to close the popular fan-favorite. Fans have been mourning the now-closed Splash Mountain even before it finally shut. The fan-favorite has made many Guests' Disney vacation at the Disney Resort, and many Disney fans have expressed disappointment at the fact that Disney is choosing to turn its back
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27 January
Disney Heard You! Resort Hotel Pool to be Filled with Splash Mountain Water
It appears that Walt Disney Imagineers have found a way to keep keep the spirit of Splash Mountain alive at Walt Disney World and allow Guests to truly immerse themselves in it! Disney Fanatic just got an anonymous tip that after noticing all of the Splash Mountain water being sold on eBay, Disney will capitalize on this demand by taking all of the log-flume ride's water supply and putting it in a
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27 January
While US Disney Parks Flounder, Disney Invests in British Entertainment
It seems like Disney is looking across the pond to find more entertainment “properties” to invest in, including a popular British show. Much has been said about the Walt Disney Company and its financial decisions recently, as well as its operational ones. In fact, activist investor Nelson Peltz has been taking the Mouse House to task and angling for a seat on the board. This particular
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27 January
Disney World Executive Praises Company Despite Cast Members’ Outrage
Even though Walt Disney World Resort and the Walt Disney Company have been contending with protests and tense wage negotiations regarding Cast Members' pay, some Cast Members are apparently still tooting Disney's horn. We recently learned from at least one Cast Member that the “Disney magic” is the only thing keeping them in their current job; being harassed by Disney Park Guests and p
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27 January
Is This Affordable for Americans? $10,000 Disney Vacations Have Guests Going Into Debt.
Disney prices are always up for debate and criticism, and the latest reports call to question some concerning realities about the Disney vacation price divide. We at Disney Fanatic have reported on the concerning price rises that Disney has seen over the last year, and unfortunately, every time one might think there isn't something new, a new critique comes to light. A luxury magazine recently cal
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