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Jan- 2023 -20 January
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis Intends to Ban Mask Mandates at Disney World
In the latest news from Florida, Governor Ron DeSantis intends to put an end to the ability to enforce mask mandates in the state. The last few years with the pandemic have been a series of ups and downs. And these have been apparent with the Central Florida Disney Resort. As a soon-to-be formerly self-governing entity, Disney previously required Cast Members and Guests to wear masks and reported
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20 January
This is the Cheapest Time to Visit Disney World in 2023
Who doesn’t love a trip to The Walt Disney World Resort? But also, who actually loves paying the cost of a trip to The Walt Disney World Resort? The combination of Theme Park Ticket price hikes, and the addition of new extra-cost elements like Disney Genie+ and Individual Lightning Lane Access, seems to be having more people than ever asking the fundamental question, “when is the cheapest time to
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19 January
Disney World No Longer a “Safe Space” for Guest Who Suffered a Racist Interaction
An incredibly unfortunate incident happened at Magic Kingdom, and a Guest was left heartbroken, shattering their image of Disney World as their safe space. The Walt Disney World Resort in Florida is known to be “The Most Magical Place on Earth,” and for good reason! The Disney Resort and each Theme Park it's home to allow Guests from around the world to live out their fantasies and ful
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19 January
Disney World Annual Pass Renewal: Is It Still Worth It?
It is 2023, and the Walt Disney World Resort finally announced it will reopen sales of its Annual Passes. The intermittent selling of Disneyland Magic Key Passes might gave many stuck buying Theme Park Tickets hope for a change this year after all but the lowest tier of Florida passes remained exclusively available to current Annual Passholders for what seemed like ages. But for those who already
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19 January
Disney Celebrates the Upcoming Opening of TRON in This Unique Way
TRON's upcoming opening has Disney fans on the edge of their seats for the long-awaited debut of the roller coaster; it seems like Disney is celebrating this opening in what might be an unexpected way, but one that many Disney fans will appreciate nonetheless! The TRON franchise has seen many starts and stops with Disney, whether with the construction and opening of the TRON Lightcycle Run roller
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19 January
Disney Gives Fans More Clarity on ‘Moana’-themed Journey of Water’s Opening Timeline
Moana fans can rest assured that they'll have the chance to enjoy Journey of Water this year, with Disney revealing more details on when the Disney World attraction will be open to the Disney community. Disney fans have truly been taken on a journey when it comes to the opening of Journey of Water, set to open in EPCOT later this year. The Moana-themed ride has been revealed bit by bit to fans, in
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19 January
Bob Chapek’s Exit Might Be Showing Up for Disney in a Big Way
Something that Disney hasn't managed for four years has finally happened again, and it could mean some good news for the Walt Disney Company. The past year has not been the easiest for the Walt Disney Company. When the final numbers for 2022 came to, it was revealed that the entertainment and media giant lost $120 billion. Many fans were markedly unhappy with the Mouse House, and Disney prices wer
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19 January
OpEd: EPCOT Should Always Have International Festivals Going On!
When so many representatives of the World’s people are gathered in one place, there should always be a celebration for which we can all eat, drink, and be merry. EPCOT’s World Showcase has become the home of some incredible “International Festivals” that bring Guests to Walt Disney World for something more than just Mickey Mouse, Cinderella Castle, and other Magic Kingdom classics. What started ou
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19 January
Disney Slapped With Lawsuit From the Family of a Guest Who Suffered a Fatal Fall
It's unhappy news from the Disney Parks today—a 66-year-old disabled woman faced a fatal fall at a Disney Park, and Disney is now facing a lawsuit. The Disneyland Resort has, in many ways, earned the moniker of “the Happiest Place on Earth.” But occasionally, there are stories that spring from the Parks that don't quite fit that vibe. At the end of last year, we reported on the tragedy
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19 January
PHOTO: Bob Iger Reflects on Recent Visit to Disney World
Bob Iger stepped away from the Burbank offices this week to spend some time in the Most Magical Place On Earth. The returning Walt Disney Company CEO was spotted this week by Guests and Cast Members alike at Walt Disney World Resort’s Magic Kingdom Park, as the whole of the Mouse House faces rapid changes on multiple levels, from employees being called back into work for four days a week to the ap
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