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Mar- 2022 -8 March
Two Spring Break Days Still Have Full Disney Park Pass Availability
Spring Break is getting crowded at the Walt Disney World Resort. As of March 8, Disney Fanatic can confirm that Park Pass Reservations for Theme Park Tickey Holders and Select Resort Guests are completely booked for March 14 – 17, and only EPCOT remains available for March 13 and March 18 for the time being. Those Guests with the Incredi-Pass and Sorceror Pass still have availability, but th
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8 March
Disney Guests Dance in a Flash Flood
Although there's been lots of bad news lately, some Disney magic has presented itself once again as Disney Park Guests found themselves facing an unexpected challenge on March 7 2022. A flash flood hit Hollywood Studios, and instead of fleeing the scene, many Disney Guests chose to simply put on their rain boots and play! Footage of the whimsical scene was shared on TikTok by TikTok user Mr. Morro
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8 March
Free Things to Do at Walt Disney World
“Free” and “Walt Disney World” might not seem like words you would expect to hear together, but there are actually a number of free things to do at “The Most Magical Place on Earth.” Whether it's a free perk that is essentially included in theme park admission or an offering that can be truly free, here are some of our favorite things to do at Walt Disney World
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8 March
A Look Back at the Iconic Females Who Played a Crucial Role in Disney History
From even its earliest days, the Walt Disney Company has relied on the assistance of talented and innovative women, many of whom went on to play very vital roles throughout the company’s developmental history. From the trailblazing ladies of the Ink & Paint team who set new standards in animation via artistic attributes, to the creative designers and brilliant, innovative thinkers who were behind
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7 March
Disney: Normal Character Meet ‘n Greets Returning ‘Soon’
It appears that the days of socially-distanced character meet ‘n greets will be coming to an end to the Walt Disney World Resort and the Disneyland Resort. The news was shared by Disney's CFO Christine McCarthy during the Morgan Stanley Tech, Media, and Telecom Conference on Monday, March 7, 2022, and then relayed across social media by reporters like Scott Gustin (whose Tweet you can read b
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7 March
Bob Chapek Sets Record Straight on Political Silence in Company Memo
Bob Chapek and The Walt Disney Company continue to face backlash for choosing to remain silent on Florida's Parental Rights in Education bill instead of satisfying a vocal contingent's demands to provide corporate support against the legislation. We at Disney Fanatic have reported twice now that Chapek and the Disney leadership see best to face the situation internally and through the content, it
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7 March
Disney Publishing Shares a Glimpse into the “Magic of Storytelling”
Disney's Magic of Storytelling campaign is underway, and Disney is providing a behind-the-scenes look into how this charitable endeavor happens! Emily Wagner, a Digital Employee Communications Manager for Disney Parks, Experiences & Products, recently shared an interview with a Disney Publishing Worldwide employee on the Disney Parks Blog. Disney and the nonprofit organization First Book have bee
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7 March
Attention Disney-Bound Drivers: FL Gas Prices Near $5/Gallon!
Whether driving from out of state, picking up a rental car at the airport, or borrowing a vehicle from a friend, Walt Disney World Resort Guests–and all tourists visiting the Greater Orlando Area–are going to face the highest gas prices the Sunshine State has seen in years. According to AAA, the average price of a gallon of regular gas in Florida is sitting over $4 per gallon with Prem
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7 March
Idina Menzel Responds to Little Girl Singing “Let It Go” in Ukraine
The past two weeks have been dark as the world watches Russia's attack on Ukraine, but organizations, celebrities, and people worldwide have been offering aid to Ukrainians however they can. Ukrainians themselves have exhibited remarkable strength in the face of the Russian invasion, and when footage of a Ukrainian girl singing the famous Frozen hit song “Let It Go” from within a bomb
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7 March
Disney Sorcerer’s Arena Offers Free Gifts for Disney World’s 50th Anniversary
Even though the 50th anniversary of the Walt Disney World Resort has already been a magical experience for many Disney Park Guests, it's also been the gift that keeps on giving in terms of merchandise, food, and special offers or contests (including this wedding dress contest!). Now the Disney and Pixar mobile game Disney Sorcerer's Arena is continuing that gift-giving with some extra-special free
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