Walt Disney World has faced significant financial challenges due to hurricanes in recent years, with total losses from hurricane-related incidents now exceeding half a billion dollars. Financial Impact of Recent Hurricanes on Disney Industry experts estimate that $45 million is lost for each day the parks close due to severe weather, a figure that includes not just ticket sales, but ...
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Disney World To Cease Operations Ahead of Milton: Final Warnings Given to All Guests
As Hurricane Milton surged into a Category 5 storm with winds reaching 160 mph, Walt Disney World Resort quickly initiated crucial safety measures to protect guests and employees. Preparations for Hurricane Milton at Disney World With the storm moving northeast at 14 mph and expected to make landfall along Florida’s west-central coast after midnight, the National Weather Service issued dire ...
Read More »The Canceled Disney Alien Vs. Predator Land: What Could Have Been
Disney almost brought an Alien vs. Predator land to life but ultimately scrapped the entire project. But not before concept artwork was released detailing what could have been for this now-dead experience. Related: Forecasters Issue 48-Hour Warning to All Disney World Guests The Concept of the Now-Canceled Disney Alien vs. Predator Land The concept of an Alien vs. Predator land set ...
Read More »Rising Costs Could Make Your Disney Vacation Impossible, Experts Warn of Uncertain Future
Is your upcoming Disney Parks vacation at risk? Experts are sounding the alarm on the possibility of the House of Mouse pricing out thousands of guests and a massive “slowdown” on the way. Here’s what this means for you and your family. Rising Costs and Shifting Consumer Behavior at Disney Parks Disney parks have long been cherished as destinations where ...
Read More »Preparing for the Worst-Case Scenario: Disney Guests and the Dock Workers Strike
A national dock worker strike will soon disrupt the national supply chain, meaning Disney Parks guests will see their experiences dismantled while visiting Walt Disney World Resort or Disneyland. Here’s what you need to know. Related: Universal Introduces New Guidelines as Guest Complaints Increase: Expulsions and Bans Implemented Disney Experiences To Be Disrupted The dockworkers’ strike, which spans major ports ...
Read More »Disney Meet and Greet Character Abandoned in the Rain, Guest Flies to Resort to Rescue Them
A Disney fan flew hundreds of miles to meet an abandoned character at Disneyland Paris. In a now-viral Instagram video, May Naidoo (@mayplaystv) packed and flew to Disneyland Paris to meet Geppetto from Pinocchio (1940) at Disneyland Park. @mayplaystv made the video in response to another video showing no guests stopping by to meet Geppetto, which was stitched by Klara ...
Read More »New Aviation Authority Ruling Imminent, All Disney Guests Must Comply
Planning a magical vacation to Disney parks in the United States is exciting. Still, new travel regulations are on the horizon that could impact how you get there, so listen up, 2025 Disney travelers and beyond – this pertains to you. New TSA Rules Impact on 2025 Disney Travelers Moving Forward If you’re planning a trip to Walt Disney World ...
Read More »Abandoned $192M Resort Makes Bold Move to Siphon Guests From Disney’s Kingdom
One of Disney’s largest neighboring hotels, which had remained abandoned for years, may finally return to life. When guests book a Walt Disney World vacation, it is popular to stay at a Disney resort on property, but that may not be the case for everyone. While sleeping in the Disney bubble may make sense for some families, it is costly, ...
Read More »Would DeSantis Ever Force Disney World to Relocate? Confirmed Answer Released
When Walt Disney purchased the land for Disney World, it was clear that Orlando was perfect in some regards in terms of a theme park, but also had its issues. While Orlando may seem like a very developed town today, it was not always that way. Florida is full of swamp lands, and that is exactly what Disney World was ...
Read More »Disney World Builds Memorial for Character After Sudden Loss
Disney cast members made a heartwarming memorial for Donald Duck when the character was temporarily “killed off” from an attraction at EPCOT. Born in 1934, Donald Duck is just a few years younger than Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse. Though Disney Park guests can often spot him hanging out with his beloved Daisy Duck, Donald also stars in one of ...
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