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New Report Suggests Bob Chapek Was Set Up To Fail

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As the dust settles after Bob Chapek’s ousting, more evidence is coming to light in the aftermath that the controversial CEO was set up to fail. The Walt Disney Company has seen much upheaval in the last month, between the ousting of former Disney CEO Bob Chapek and the return of his predecessor, current Disney CEO Bob Iger. Iger has been called ...

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Final 50th Anniversary Celebration Collection Coming Soon!

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As we wrap up 2022, Disney Parks has released stunning photos of a sneak peek of the 50th Anniversary Grand Finale collections. The 50th-anniversary celebration of the Walt Disney World Resort has certainly been one to write home about. From the introduction of new shows and nighttime spectaculars like “Harmonious” in EPCOT and “Disney Enchantment” at Magic Kingdom Park, new ...

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Video: Disney Shares Behind-the-Scenes Look at New Fireworks Spectacular

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Walt Disney Imagineers will be unveiling a brand new fireworks show that will light up the skies in honor of The Walt Disney Company’s 100-year anniversary in late January. And today, Disney Parks gave fans a glimpse into what they can expect! The Disney100 celebration at @Disneyland will include the new nighttime spectacular “Wondrous Journeys,” celebrating 100 years of Walt ...

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Flying to Disney This Week? Southwest Issues Travel Advisory for Winter Storm Elliot

Christmas Travel Advisory

It is almost Christmas, and the holiday traffic continues to swell across the United States as scores of people fly off to beloved destinations, including The Walt Disney World Resort in Central Florida and the Disneyland Resort in Southern California. But for those flying to either The Happiest Place On Earth or the Most Magical Place On Earth, Winter Storm ...

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OpEd: How Can a Movie Make $435 Million Opening Weekend and Still Be a ‘Flop’?

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How does this happen? 20th Century Studios’ Avatar: The Way of Water is out in theaters, but it is apparently at risk of being arguably the most expensive flop in movie history. The sequel grossed $134 million domestically on its opening weekend. That is almost double what its predecessor, James Cameron’s Avatar, made years ago ($70 million). Adding the global box ...

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Warning! You Can’t Get THESE on Disney Property

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Walt Disney World Resort is the place where dreams come true and anything and everything seems possible (including things that are often thought of as being impossible). So, why then is it just not possible to buy certain products, brand names, or even quite a couple of commonplace items within the limits of Disney property? The Walt Disney Company provides ...

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Guest Suggests Disney is “Overworking” Employees, Says CMs Have an “Attitude”

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Guests are expressing more and more frustrations with Cast Members, but this time, they allege that the Walt Disney Company is responsible for overworking CMs and are the reason for a poor Guest experience. The Walt Disney World Resort and the Disneyland Resort are incredible destinations for a Disney vacation. Walt Disney World is home to four incredible Theme Parks—Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT, Disney’s ...

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Walt Disney World Resort-Wide Policy Change In Effect

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Guests should familiarize themselves with this Walt Disney World Resort policy change that is effective immediately, going into the holidays. There’s nothing like a Walt Disney World vacation. Whether it’s Parks like Disney’s Animal Kingdom and Magic Kingdom Park in Disney World, people from all over the world flock to many a Disney Park to get their fill of the Disney experience we all know and love, be that Walt Disney World Resort or Disneyland Resort.  At present, there are ...

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Disney “Karen” Calls Cast Member “Useless” for Merchandise Running Out

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Another day, another Guest yells at a Cast Member. A Guest reportedly shouted at a Disney Cast Member when Magic Key tote bags ran out. Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort Guests love the Disney Parks for the magical experience they can provide. The Disneyland Resort, in particular, is home to two Disney Parks—Disney California Adventure Park and Disneyland Park. Guests can enjoy ...

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Disney Fans Take Live Streamers To Task For Insensitive Jokes

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Disney fans are bemused by some live streamers’ recent comments and jokes about the tragic suicide that wracked Disneyland recently. The Walt Disney World Resort (with its Parks, Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Disney’s Animal Kingdom and Disney’s Hollywood Studios) and the Disneyland Resort (Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure) are incredible Disney vacation spots for Guests from around the world. Visitors ...

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