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Jan- 2023 -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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18 January
Did You Know About The Disney Executive Who Made $119,505 Every Day?
Disney's proxy filing release has revealed enormous numbers regarding what high-level executives in the Mouse House are paid. While some have theorized that the Disney Parks price increases—that have left more than one fan distinctly unhappy with the Mouse House—came down to some debt that Disney was hiding, and it became publically known that Disney lost over $120 billion in 2022, it seems more t
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18 January
Recent Interview Reveals Disney’s Pricing Structure Meant to Give Guests a Choice
In a recent interview, Josh D'Amaro defended Disney's pricing and revealed some bitter realities about the much-hated Theme Park reservation system. The Walt Disney Company is certainly making its stance on its current policies known, whether by trying to explain them or demonstrating in no uncertain terms that some of those controversial decisions are absolutely here to stay. While the Mouse Hous
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18 January
Beloved Disney World Festival to See New Additions This Year
The International Flower & Garden Festival at EPCOT will see new additions of topiaries this year near the Park entrance! Walt Disney Imagineering and the Walt Disney Company are constantly working to create and elevate the Guest experience at the Disney Resorts and the Disney Parks. Often this looks like upgrading and updating rides, or as in the case of the soon-to-close Splash Mountain, rethemi
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18 January
Tired of All the Closure Rumors? Here’s How Disney Addressed One Permanent Closure Rumor
In another set of Disney Park ride permanent closure rumors, Disney quietly responded, silencing the gossip mill (for now). There have been many rumors swirling around regarding rides, attractions, and even an entire Disney Park closing (throwback to the Cinderella Castle fiasco of last year). It appears Disney has addressed at least one of them. Many Guests have their favorite rides and attractio
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18 January
Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway Gets Virtual Queue Next Week
We are just days away from one of the most anticipated ride openings, and we have confirmation that it will open without a good old-fashioned standby line. Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway will open at Disneyland Park’s remodeled Mickey’s Toontown on January 27 with a virtual queue system, just like the other recently added Disney Parks attractions that come before it, such as Guardians of the
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18 January
Disney Cruise Line Unveils Fleet-Wide Plan for 25th Anniversary Celebration
Ahoy there! Disney Cruise Line is turning 25 years old, and the magical celebration will be felt across the entire fleet, from the original two to the latest and grandest. Dubbed the “Silver Anniversary at Sea,” the Disney Magic, Disney Wonder, Disney Fantasy, Disney Dream, and Disney Wish will feature a brand new party, fireworks show, and an exclusive gift for Castaway Club members. Disney Parks
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17 January
Bob “Paycheck” Got Paid! Former CEO Made Over 400 Times the Average Disney Employee
It seems former Disney CEO Bob Chapek isn't quite out of the news just yet… Disney's annual meeting notice filing has revealed some unfortunate truths about the pay disparity between high-level executives and “median employees.” Bob Chapek can't seem to catch a break. The former CEO was embroiled in controversy after controversy until his ousting in November of last year; one tha
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17 January
Disney Committed Over $15 MILLION to a High-Level Employee
Whatever else is suffering, higher-level executives and hires, including the Mouse House's new legal counsel, certainly don't seem to be seeing a loss. The Walt Disney Company has seen a notable shakeup recently. Over the last few months, starting with the Bob Chapek's exit from the House of Mouse, to some Chapek allies, including Kareem Daniel's and Chapek's speechwriter's exits from the company
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17 January
Former Cast Member Exposes Disney’s World’s “Union-Busting Techniques”
We have seen a great deal of criticism aimed towards Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort — not to mention the umbrella organization that supersedes them, which is the Walt Disney Company that is currently run by CEO Bob Iger — but one particular point of contention has been the low wages for Disney employees. According to reports, Disney employees (who are called Cast Member
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