Walt Disney World’s ambitious endeavor, the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser hotel, is set to close its doors in September, marking a costly setback for the entertainment giant. Initially expected to cost around $150 million to shutter, the reality now looms much higher. Let’s dive into the latest information about the costs of dismantling this failed experiment. Galactic Starcruiser Closure Costs ...
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After an announcement earlier this summer about the end of theme park reservations for select Guests, Disney has an update for us! Since its announcement and institution, the Disney Park Pass Reservation system has been the bane of many Guests’ Disney vacations. The plan was first implemented as we were coming out of the Covid-19 pandemic to manage crowd levels ...
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Walt Disney World in Florida is being bullied by Mother Nature this summer. The theme park has dealt with some crazy weather of record-breaking proportions, and it doesn’t look to be letting up. Guests currently visiting Disney World are experiencing some dangerous and nasty heat, and the Park may be in for even more trouble this year. Disney World Hurricane ...
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The Super Mario Bros. Movie is the surprise blockbuster of the year and an undeniable success for Universal Pictures and Illumination. Grossing over $1.3 billion worldwide since its release in April, it is now the most financially successful video game movie of all time and the third highest-grossing animated film ever. The studio took advantage of an iconic video game ...
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The legal wrangling has just started in the Walt Disney Company’s case against Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, but one side is already declaring victory. In a court filing this week, lawyers representing the Florida governor said that DeSantis “welcomes Disney’s surrender.” Despite the bluster, it does not appear that surrender is imminent. Related: ‘Corrosive to Democracy’ Ex-Republican Lawmakers Blast DeSantis ...
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It’s the season for new openings and exciting announcements at Walt Disney World! Disney has just announced a brand new restaurant will be coming to Disney Park, EPCOT, on August 30, replacing an old favorite. It’s no surprise that the Walt Disney World Resort is one of the most beloved Disney vacation destinations. The Disney Park is home to some ...
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Disney CEO Bob Iger has been forced to reconcile with a growing list of negativity lately. Granted, a lot of it has been self-induced. Disney’s leader has not gained many fans since his return to the company late last year. However, the company does seem to be paving a path to a successful future. Iger has at least started to ...
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Navigating the post-pandemic world has been a particular challenge for the Walt Disney Company lately. However, its recent financial results have started to show signs of an upward trend. One of the unsung heroes behind this remarkable turnaround has charted an impressive course to recovery. Successfully Navigating Uncharted Waters At the heart of this success lies Disney Cruise Line, which ...
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On August 9, The Walt Disney Company held its third-quarter earnings call. Many tuned in to hear what Bob Iger had to say as the company deals with striking writers and actors, lower theme park attendance, and movies that have flopped in theaters. Iger maintained a positive attitude as he spoke about the changes being made within the company to ...
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For weeks, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has been on the campaign trail, as he hopes to be the next President of the United States. DeSantis has been actively campaigning against “woke” agendas and defending his controversial changes regarding how Florida teachers conduct lessons about slavery. He has also been unable to escape talking about Disney. The Florida Governor is being ...
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