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  • Apr- 2023 -
    20 April
    Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground sign

    New Disney Vacation Club Rooms Coming to Popular Disney World Resort!

    When you decide to take a Walt Disney World vacation, one of the most important decisions you have to make is where you'll be staying. There are a lot of options outside Disney World, but many die-hard fans and experts will tell you that staying on property has a lot of added benefits. There are more than 25 hotels at Walt Disney World, each with its own incredible theme. The hotels range from Val

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  • 20 April
    A train with "Brightline Orlando" written on it is at a station on the left. On the right is a modern, well-lit lounge area with blue chairs and a bar named "Mary Mary," featuring purple lighting and a digital display above.

    Brightline Unveils Orlando Station, Announces Ticket Sales

    The Orlando area's new high-speed passenger train reached another significant milestone on its way to starting operations as the brand-new station at Orlando International Airport (MCO) finally opens to the public, and ticket details are finally released. Covering over 37,000 square feet adjacent to MCO's new Terminal C, Birhgtline's station offers travelers a modern and luxurious transfer experie

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  • 20 April
    Disney/DeSantis feud possible endings

    Disney Defies DeSantis With Yet Another Secret Deal

    The Walt Disney Company has been feuding with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis for over a year now. What started with then Disney CEO Bob Chapek speaking out against the “Don't Say Gay” debacle that overtook the country when it was announced has turned into a long back and forth between the Governor of the Sunshine State and the Mouse House. Both sides have made many moves to come out on

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  • 20 April
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    Disney Princesses Make Formidable Warriors, Here’s Proof

    Disney princesses are some of Disney fans' favorite characters. They're an indelible part of the Disney franchise and have been integrated into multiple facets of the Disney brand, including the Disney Parks, merchandise, live-action remakes, and more. The first Disney princess was Snow White, who was introduced in 1937 with the release of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. Some of the most well-kno

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  • 20 April
    Mickey Mouse dressed in a festive Halloween costume holds a glowing Mickey pumpkin lantern, standing in front of party-themed signage at Walt Disney World’s Not So Scary Halloween Party 2023—capturing the magical spirit of this iconic fall celebration for Disney fans.

    Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is BACK! Here’s Everything You Need to Know

    Halloween is one of the best times of the year to visit the Disney Parks, whether that’s the Walt Disney World Resort or the Disneyland Resort. Over at the Central Florida Disney Resort, the events are known for being spooky, fun, and family-friendly. All four Disney Theme Parks at Walt Disney World Resort are decorated with Halloween-themed decor—think jack-o-lanterns, scarecrows, and other spook

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  • 19 April
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    Disney Feud Costs DeSantis Donors, Incites Immense Backlash

    The Walt Disney Company and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis feud, initially sparked by disagreements surrounding the controversial “Don’t Say Gay” bill introduced by Governor DeSantis in February 2022, has long since escalated into a complex and prolonged conflict. Just when we thought one side had emerged victorious, the other would strike back and reignite the conflict. It’s been a rollercoaster r

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  • 19 April
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    Fans Agree This is the ONLY Time Recording at the Disney Parks is Okay

    Taking videos at the Disney Parks has been a topic that many have been incredibly frustrated by. It has often led to bad and disruptive behavior on the part of Guests. In fact in some places, streamers and vloggers have gotten so out of hand that Disney has actually banned streaming and vlogging at some Disney Parks. This said, there are always exceptions to every rule. While most Disney Guests wo

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  • 19 April
    second round disney layoffs

    “There Is A Sense Of Foreboding”: Disney Layoffs to Resume Soon

    The subject of the Disney layoffs has dominated all recent conversations and headlines about the company—save for the news of the feud with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis—following the announcement made during the February 8 earnings call. During this call, Disney CEO Bob Iger revealed plans for a significant restructuring of the Walt Disney Company, leaving many in the community stunned by the ext

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  • 19 April
    Tiana Funko Pop Splash Mountain

    TikToker Bashed For Immature Behavior Directed at Disney Toy

    Back in 2020 — which seems like a lifetime ago — Disney shocked fans around the world when it announced that it would be closing the iconic Splash Mountain attraction at both Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resort. The ride would be receiving a complete Princess and the Frog retheme. Months later, we learned that the ride, upon reopening, would be renamed Tiana's Bayou Adventure. From

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  • 19 April
    Texas building theme park to rival Disney

    Watch Your Back Florida, Another State is Eyeing a Disney World Move

    It's a bit of an understatement to say that the Disney Company and Walt Disney World have been having some issues with the state of Florida. Governor Ron DeSantis stripped Disney World of its self-governing status by removing the Reedy Creek Improvement District and replacing it with the Central Florida Tourism Oversite District. Related: Ron DeSantis Introducing New Legislation to Overturn Reedy

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