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Dec- 2022 -21 December
Disney Fans Have a “Crazy” Day at Disney World, Fulfil Holiday Wish
Some Disney fans shared a wonderful occurrence where they fulfilled a holiday wish at EPCOT at Disney World. The Walt Disney World Resort and the Disneyland Resort are renowned for being the perfect destinations for a Disney vacation in Central Florida and Southern California. Think many a ride and attraction like “Haunted Mansion” and “Space Mountain” at Magic Kingdom, “Expedition Everest” in Dis
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21 December
Bob Iger Claims “There Has Never Been a Better Time To Be a Disney fan”
Even though there has been a lot of upheaval in the world of Disney recently, current Disney CEO Bob Iger shared an optimistic message with D23 members. The news of former Disney CEO Bob Chapek being ousted from his position and his predecessor Bob Iger coming back in to take up the mantle once again swept the Disney community and broke the internet last month when it was announced. In just a week
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21 December
Florida Residents: Here Are Your Exclusive Disney World Resort Hotel Discounts to Start 2023!
The Walt Disney World Resort is giving Florida Residents the opportunity to start the new year off on a magical foot and possibly get a head start on extra-magical Spring Break plans as well, as the 50th Anniversary Celebration enters the home stretch. According to the Disney World website, Florida Residents can save up to 20% on select Disney Resort Hotel rooms on select nights from January 2, 20
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21 December
New Report Suggests Bob Chapek Was Set Up To Fail
As the dust settles after Bob Chapek's ousting, more evidence is coming to light in the aftermath that the controversial CEO was set up to fail. The Walt Disney Company has seen much upheaval in the last month, between the ousting of former Disney CEO Bob Chapek and the return of his predecessor, current Disney CEO Bob Iger. Iger has been called in to reorganize the company post Chapek’s tenure, i
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21 December
Final 50th Anniversary Celebration Collection Coming Soon!
As we wrap up 2022, Disney Parks has released stunning photos of a sneak peek of the 50th Anniversary Grand Finale collections. The 50th-anniversary celebration of the Walt Disney World Resort has certainly been one to write home about. From the introduction of new shows and nighttime spectaculars like “Harmonious” in EPCOT and “Disney Enchantment” at Magic Kingdom Park, ne
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21 December
Video: Disney Shares Behind-the-Scenes Look at New Fireworks Spectacular
Walt Disney Imagineers will be unveiling a brand new fireworks show that will light up the skies in honor of The Walt Disney Company’s 100-year anniversary in late January. And today, Disney Parks gave fans a glimpse into what they can expect! The Disney100 celebration at @Disneyland will include the new nighttime spectacular “Wondrous Journeys,” celebrating 100 years of Walt Disney Animation Stud
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21 December
Flying to Disney This Week? Southwest Issues Travel Advisory for Winter Storm Elliot
It is almost Christmas, and the holiday traffic continues to swell across the United States as scores of people fly off to beloved destinations, including The Walt Disney World Resort in Central Florida and the Disneyland Resort in Southern California. But for those flying to either The Happiest Place On Earth or the Most Magical Place On Earth, Winter Storm Elliot might have a significant impact
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21 December
OpEd: How Can a Movie Make $435 Million Opening Weekend and Still Be a ‘Flop’?
How does this happen? 20th Century Studios’ Avatar: The Way of Water is out in theaters, but it is apparently at risk of being arguably the most expensive flop in movie history. The sequel grossed $134 million domestically on its opening weekend. That is almost double what its predecessor, James Cameron’s Avatar, made years ago ($70 million). Adding the global box office numbers, the VFX-pushing e
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21 December
Warning! You Can’t Get THESE on Disney Property
Walt Disney World Resort is the place where dreams come true and anything and everything seems possible (including things that are often thought of as being impossible). So, why then is it just not possible to buy certain products, brand names, or even quite a couple of commonplace items within the limits of Disney property? The Walt Disney Company provides various reasons for such limitations and
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21 December
Guest Suggests Disney is “Overworking” Employees, Says CMs Have an “Attitude”
Guests are expressing more and more frustrations with Cast Members, but this time, they allege that the Walt Disney Company is responsible for overworking CMs and are the reason for a poor Guest experience. The Walt Disney World Resort and the Disneyland Resort are incredible destinations for a Disney vacation. Walt Disney World is home to four incredible Theme Parks—Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT, Dis
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