Outside the Disney Bubble
Disney Fanatic shares news and experiences that unfold outside of the Disney bubble, including news of Disney’s competitors and beyond.
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Aug- 2023 -30 August
MAGA Grandfather Claims Disney is ‘Advertising Gayness to My Grandkids,’ Gets Immediately Shut Down
Since former Disney CEO Bob Chapek spoke out against Florida's Parental Rights in Education law, known by its critics as the “Don't Say Gay” bill, there has been a common theme going around right-wing circles: the Walt Disney Company is using its films, television properties, and theme parks to groom children. As Florida Governor Ron DeSantis tours the country seeking the Republican no
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27 August
Florida-Based Theme Parks To Go Entirely Cashless
Possibly following the environmental and technological movements, some Florida-based theme parks will be going entirely cashless. The Walt Disney World Resort is one of the most beloved vacation destinations in the Sunshine State, and with its four incredible theme parks—including Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park—there are other parks that are also wonderful places to holiday a
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27 August
Tropical Storm Idalia To Become Hurricane, Clip Disney World This Week
So far, the 2023 hurricane season has been relatively quiet, but now things are starting to heat up. A tropical depression just 80 miles south of Cozumel, Mexico, has strengthened into Tropical Storm Idalia and is expected to become a category one hurricane either later today or early Monday. It is expected to make landfall late Tuesday night or Wednesday morning in Florida. That low level center
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26 August
Noted Peacemaker/Rocker Alice Cooper Has A Plan to End Depp/Heard Drama Forever
Rocker Alice Cooper is known for many things, but being a peacemaker isn't necessarily one of them. But he may soon be adding that title to his long list of accomplishments, which include the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Cooper has spent his summer touring with his good friend, Johnny Depp, and their band, Hollywood Vampires, including Aerosmith's Joe Perry. For the Pirates of the Caribbean (2003)
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22 August
Embrace the Dark Arts This Fall in New Offering at Universal Orlando
This fall, something absolutely sinister is going down in the dark alleyways of Universal Orlando Resort's Wizarding World of Harry Potter. The popular theme park destination announced today that a completely new and immersive experience is coming to Diagon Alley on select dates from September 1 through November 4. In what feels like a cue taken from the presence of Stormtroopers at Disney World's
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8 August
Citing “Crisis” in Florida, Residents Warn Off Disney Fans From Moving to the Sunshine State
A Disney fan asked for advice on moving to Florida to be closer to Disney World, and Florida residents were quick to give them a few warnings. For a long time, Walt Disney World has been one of the primary tourist draws in Florida. The Disney Resort has enormously impacted Orlando and Central Florida’s economy. Despite the feud that has been going on for over a year now between the Walt Disney Com
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3 August
The Magic Is Gone. Orlando Partner Betrays Disney With Huge DeSantis Donation
In the early 1990s, the NBA was looking to expand. There were two logical sites: Charlotte, North Carolina, and Miami, Florida. Both cities had built-in fanbases and basketball history. But a second city in Florida was looking for a professional sports team: Orlando. Orlando Magic appear to be the first NBA team… ever? to back a presidential candidate: $50k to Ron DeSantis's Super PAC I
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Jul- 2023 -31 July
Happy Birthday Harry Potter!
It's our favorite wizard's birthday featuring a special surprise for those who share their birthday with “The Boy Who Lived.” It's a day to step outside the Disney bubble and into the world of magic, wizards, and witches with one of the most famous wizards of all time. Harry Potter is a name that practically every young child knows and cherishes. A journey that began in a small cafe in
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21 July
You Might Not Want To… But Strap On Your High Heels, Wear Hot Pink, and Go Watch ‘Barbie’
The Barbie movie has been the talk of the town for a long time. From Ryan Gosling being adorably adamant about Ken in interviews to Margot Robbie dressing up as different Barbies for promotional events, the movie has seemingly been everywhere. Even Booktok and Bookstagram jumped on the bandwagon and published content themed around the Barbie movie. This writer decided to go watch the Barbie movie
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20 July
Guest Calls Out “Lack of Integrity” With Theme Park’s Express Line
When you visit a popular theme park, it's not surprising that you may encounter some very long lines. And the more beloved the ride, the longer the line will be. People often think of Walt Disney World Resort when they think about vacationing in Orlando, Florida. However, Orlando is more than just Disney. The area is full of theme parks — including LEGOLAND, SeaWorld Orlando, and the Univers
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