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Aug- 2022 -25 August
Disney Now Telling Genie+ Users ‘When You Can Book’ a Lightning Lane
It appears that Disney has made yet another change to its Genie+ service just a few weeks after the recent round of updates. Once Walt Disney World Resort Guests purchase Genie+ for their day in the Theme Parks, they will be immediately shown when they can book their next available time to book a Lightning Lane. According to Theme Park Insider Scott Gustin, “Genie+ at WDW added a ‘When
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25 August
Guest Yells at Cast Member While Trying to Get into Disney Park
A Disney Park Guest recently had a meltdown and yelled at a Cast Member when they were stopped from entering a Disney Theme Park. The Disney Parks have changed in myriad ways over the course of the Covid-19 pandemic, and likely the biggest of those has been the introduction of the Park reservation system. The Theme Parks are still undoubtedly crowded — that’s never going to change — but they are s
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25 August
Johnny or Not, Jerry Bruckheimer Reaffirms ‘Pirates 6’ is Setting Sail
Focus on a sixth Pirates of the Caribbean movie was reignited this week when the franchise producer Jerry Bruckheimer confirmed–or, more so, arguably, reaffirmed and validated previous reports–that a sixth Pirates of the Caribbean movie was underway at Walt Disney Studios. The moviemaker spoke with Giant Freaking Robot and shared his excitement that long-time screenwriter for the franc
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24 August
Walt Disney World Brings Back Founders, Fans React
As of August 22, 2022, Disney World made a massive change in the Magic Kingdom, and fans have taken to social media with their thoughts. The Disney Enchantment nighttime spectacular at Magic Kingdom Park in Disney World now features Disney founders Walt Disney and Roy O. Disney, and fans are thrilled. Related: ‘Splash Mountain’ Celebrity Proposes in Disney World After facing a lot of negative feed
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24 August
Report: Disney Cruise Line’s Strict COVID Rules Causing Loss of Passengers
Disney Cruise Line remains one of the most draconian cruise lines on the seven seas in matters of enforcing Covid-19 vaccinations and testing, and it appears that their dedication to mandates is costing them customers. Over the recent weeks, cruise lines such as Norwegian, Celebrity Cruises, and Royal Caribbean International have all lowered or even dropped their vaccination mandates and testing r
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24 August
Disney Removing Cinderella Castle? Here’s the Truth
The latest round of rumors on TikTok has worried fans that Disney may remove the Cinderella Castle from Disney World. According to these rumors floating around on social media, a new set of changes were scheduled in the favorite Walt Disney World Resort. In particular, per the source, The Mouse Trap News on TikTok, the Cinderella Castle was to be removed after the 50th-anniversary celebrations fro
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24 August
TikTok Influencer Goes Viral After Drunken Disney Park Shopping Spree
The idea of a “Disney Parks Bucket List” can spark the imagination of even the most casual Disney Fanatics. While the subject of this article did not mention such a thing in his video, this reporter would be willing to bet the following antics can be found on that bucket list of at least some of our readers. TikToker Max Balegde (@max_balegde) snuck a bottle of vodka into a Disney Park and proceed
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24 August
New Trailer for A Disney Classic’s Live-Action Remake Released
Fans of the classic Disney films rejoice: Disney has just dropped its trailer for the live-action adaptation of the beloved feature Pinocchio, finally giving fans a proper look at–and listen to–the little wooden boy, his little conscious, and the other characters. Set to premiere on Disney+ on Disney Plus Day, the movie is directed by Academy Award® winner Robert Zemeckis. Zemeckis is
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24 August
Disney vs Florida Update: Judge Asked to Dismiss Another Reedy Creek Lawsuit
It has been a few months since Florida’s state government made the decision to dissolve Disney’s Reedy Creek Improvement District, and a second lawsuit against the matter has already been filed, and Tallahassee wants it dismissed. According to the Orlando Business Journal, The state on Aug. 19 filed for a motion to dismiss a case originally filed in May in Miami-Dade County by Osceola County resid
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24 August
Monkeypox at a Disney Park? Cast Member Reportedly Has Confirmed Case
In a chilling turn of events, per the latest news, a Disney Park Cast Member reportedly has a confirmed case of Monkeypox. After two years of living in a pandemic, the world is beginning to open up—but now, a new disease is knocking on our doors. Monkeypox. And apparently, it’s also found its way to the “Happiest Place on Earth.” Related: Police Responded to Over 45 Calls from Disneyland This Summ
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