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Famed Disney Lyricist Sir Tim Rice Tackles ‘Snow White’ Controversy, Calls Remakes A ‘Mistake’

Disney's live-action remakes

It seemed like a good idea when Walt Disney Studios first started live-action remakes of their animated classics. Some of them turned out great, Beauty and the Beast (2017), some of them were just okay, The Lion King (2019), and some were just unnecessary, Peter Pan and Wendy (2023). But now, with a release schedule full of live-action remakes, it appears ...

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Disney World Airports Battle in Federal Trademark Lawsuit

Orlando airport name lawsuit

What’s in a name? Well, if you ask the folks at Orlando International Airport, the answer is, a lot. Orlando International Airport is the main airport that Guests travel to when they are headed to Walt Disney World Resort. MCO, as it’s known by many, welcomes around 50 million guests to the Sunshine State each year. The airport is just ...

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Disney Park Shockingly Flooded Day After Hurricane

Hurricane Hilary Disneyland

Hurricane Hilary may have just finished bombarding the southern coast of California, but it seems like no one has let that ruin their Disney vacation plans. While a hurricane striking southern California was surprising, the crowds at Disneyland Resort were even more shocking. Videos on social media showed the vacation destination was absolutely FLOODED with visitors just a single day ...

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Disney Cast Member Performs Splendid Solo Boo to You Parade for Guests

Boo to You parade

Whether you are ready for it or not, it’s Halloween again at Walt Disney World. The 2023 Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party has kicked off this August and is already popular. During the premiere festivities, guests waiting for the much-anticipated and pivotal Boo to You Parade got a truly magical moment from a very enthusiastic custodial cast member. Disney ...

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Esmeralda and Tinker Bell Have Been Cancelled as Disney Princesses: Here’s Why

disney princesses

Disney Fanatics often refer to all Disney heroines as “Disney Princesses” (although the more hardcore Disney Fanatics might be more specific about their labels), but the reality is that not all female Disney protagonists are royal characters. Some characters (like Princess Tiana from the 2009 film The Princess and the Frog) marry into their Disney Princess status. Others are born ...

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Rep For Barbara Walters Calls Attack Accusations “Impossible to Believe”

Walters rep denies assault

On December 30, 2022, legendary news journalist and television personality Barbara Walters passed away. Walters was one of the most well-known journalists in the industry and shattered the glass ceiling for many female journalists who came after her. Throughout her storied career, Walters worked as a researcher and then an anchor for networks owned by both ABC and NBC. When ...

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Disney Announces New ‘Frozen’ Project!

disney frozen podcast

Disney has announced a new Frozen podcast in celebration of the 10th anniversary of the beloved, fan-favorite movie, which was released in 2013. Ten years ago, Disney fans all around the world were treated to what would become one of the most beloved franchises of all time with the release of Frozen in 2013. The film tells the story of Princess Anna and Princess ...

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Head of DeSantis’ Disney Board Resigns From Ethics Commission Amid Ethics Scandal

Glen Gilzean resigns Ethics Commission

In February 2023, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis officially dissolved the Reedy Creek Improvement District. The district was run by people appointed by Disney and allowed Disney to self-govern. The dissolution came after a year-long fight between Governor DeSantis and The Walt Disney Company. DeSantis then hand-picked a new board to run the district. It was called the Central Florida Tourism ...

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Travel Expert Passionately Defends Disney’s Value Resorts

disney's all star movies resort

If you ask a Walt Disney World Resort guest (especially a repeat guest) about their favorite Disney resorts, you’re likely to receive a wide variety of responses. Some luxury-loving Disney Fanatics will sing the praises of luxe options like the Grand Floridian or rustic-yet-glamorous options like the Animal Kingdom Lodge; others will insist that something with a tropical vibe, like ...

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Disney World Has a Lot to Learn About Proper Guest Behavior

Tokyo Disney guest behavior

A recent discussion on social media has sparked an interesting debate about Disney World guests’ behavioral expectations and norms. Most vacationers will likely only visit a few Disney theme parks in their lifetime and often don’t get to see just how different the experience is based on the location. Disney World, in particular, has many people frustrated over selfish guest ...

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