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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Mar- 2023 -23 March
DeSantis Raises “Don’t Say Gay” Stakes, What Will Disney Do Next?
The “Don't Say Gay” issue (termed so by critics) has been making headlines since it was first announced back in 2022. On March 28 of last year, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed into law an act that barred teachers in schools from talking about “sexual orientation or gender identity… in kindergarten through grade 3 or in a manner that is not age-appropriate or developmentall
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22 March
Disney Resort’s Closest Airport Named “America’s Scariest”
Imagine: you just had the most magical Disney vacation yet! The fireworks were perfect. You secured every virtual queue and Individual Lightning Lane you wanted, and even the churros tasted better than last time. You board the flight home and endure one of the fastest and steepest takeoffs in the world. Turns out, that is the experience of every Disneyland Guest flying out of Orange County's John
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22 March
Orlando Among Top 10 Worst Places to Live for This Reason
Orlando, Florida, may be one of the most visited towns in America due to its position as the gateway to the Walt Disney World Resort and Universal Orlando Resort. But for those with allergies, it is officially one of the worst places to be. It is officially Springtime once again, and that means another round of intense pollen and seasonal allergies for a significant portion of the country. But not
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21 March
Disney Creator Earned $267,000 In a Year, Works Less Than Two Hours a Day
Disney creators are some of the most talented individuals there are. They make history and become an inextricable part of the Disney community. Sometimes, however, these individuals' accomplishments surpass that of the Disney fandom, and what they achieve transcends the boundaries the fandom affords them. And this is one such story. A 29-year-old artist has made headlines recently for setting up a
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21 March
Ringling Bros. Circus Announces Comeback Tour Without Elephants, Other Animals
“The Greatest Show on Earth” is coming back to town! After becoming arguably one of the most prominent targets of cancel culture a little over five years ago, America's iconic Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus announced its triumphant return bringing with it an entirely new, animal-free experience. The circus shared a press release, saying, We’re excited to announce the highly
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20 March
With a City in Flames, Is This Disney Park Safe?
Disney parks are often a place of refuge. You literally escape to Fantasyland, Tomorrowland, and any thoughts about your 9 to 5 or family dilemmas seem to just disappear once you enter through those gates. You smell that vanilla, and suddenly, everything just magically disappears. Unfortunately, that is not always the case. There have been many instances where the outside world has affected Disney
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19 March
Hey Disney Dads, Turns Out Our Jokes Actually Help Our Kids
If you watch the Lion King, you’ll notice lots of Simba-lism. Where does Captain Hook go to get his hook replaced? The second-hand store. Why did Mickey Mouse become an astronaut? He wanted to visit Pluto. Dad jokes are as classic as Walt Disney and Mickey Mouse. We all remember going to the Magic Kingdom for the first time, and our dads would bust out one of the classic dad jokes. We would roll o
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18 March
Meet Disney’s New Caribbean Competition (No, It’s Not a Cruise Line)
The Caribbean is getting a brand new Theme Park, and it is opening right in the middle of Spring Break 2023, potentially putting another tropical destination in the running for those tourists flocking to Florida for the “thrills and beach” combination. It's called Katmandu Park, and it is opening in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. Named and themed after the capital of Nepal and jumping
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16 March
Theme Park Near Disney Where Teen Fell to His Death Settles With Family
On March 24, 2022, 14-year-old Tyre Sampson was visiting ICON Park, located on International Drive, in Orlando, Florida. The Park is less than 10 miles from the Walt Disney World Resort and features a large Ferris Wheel, an aquarium, a wax museum, and more. While there with his family, Tyre tried to ride multiple attractions, but was told that he was too large to fit. However, when he ventured ove
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15 March
Disney Parks No Longer Top Searched Vacation Destinations
The Magic Kingdom of Disney has lost its proverbial crown and place atop the internet's most sought-after destinations by users looking to plan their family vacation. Related: Former Disney Imagineer Says Going to Disney Parks Too ‘Complicated’ Over the past few years, Disney Parks have been criticized intensely for a variety of factors that self-declared lifelong fans cite as their reason to take
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