AUTHOR: Charles Boda
Lawmakers Debate 1967 Deal Which Gives Disney Rights to Build a Nuclear Reactor in Orlando
So here’s a fun fact that even a few die-hard Disney fans may not be aware of: For decades, the Reedy Creek Improvement District — the governing body of the Walt Disney World Resort — has had the legal ability to construct their own nuclear power plant. Disney managed to negotiate the deal in 1967, long before … Lawmakers Debate 1967 Deal Which Gives Disney Rights to Build a Nuclear Reactor in Orlando
Star Wars and ‘Frozen 2’ Merchandise Set for Simultaneous Release on Triple Force Friday
If you’ve been waiting for the right moment to debut your Princess Leia/Elsa mashup costume, your day is about to arrive. For everyone else, October 4th will simply be one of The Walt Disney Company’s largest scale merchandise events in history, with products from both the Star Wars and Frozen franchises hitting shelves worldwide at … Star Wars and ‘Frozen 2’ Merchandise Set for Simultaneous Release on Triple Force Friday
Give Kids the World Village Unveils New Fully Accessible Attraction
Today is Valentine’s Day, and for better or worse, most of our minds are on one thing — love. We have it, we want it, we’d like to forget it exists for the day. For those in the last category, prepare for a change of heart. Thanks to a special event at Give Kids the World … Give Kids the World Village Unveils New Fully Accessible Attraction
Outdoor Kitchens Menus for 2019 Epcot Flower & Garden Festival Released
While many folks are still dealing with frigid winter temperatures at home, Orlando is starting to warm up in anticipation of Epcot’s next festival. That’s right, March is right around the corner, which means that so is the park’s second festival for 2019 — the Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival. Although their Food & Wine … Outdoor Kitchens Menus for 2019 Epcot Flower & Garden Festival Released
Disney Highlights New Villain Merchandise in Honor of ‘Villaintine’s Day’
Contrary to what the commercials tell us, not everyone is celebrating Valentine’s Day wrapped in the sublime embrace of their true love. In fact, some folks downright hate the saccharine celebration of smooches that takes place on February 14th. Disney always find a way to be all inclusive it seems, so for those not feeling … Disney Highlights New Villain Merchandise in Honor of ‘Villaintine’s Day’
Brazil Still Yet to Approve Disney/Fox Deal After Iger Visit
While The Walt Disney Company has remained confident that their $71 billion acquisition of 21st Century Fox properties will be finalized early this year, they still have a few more hurdles to jump before they reach the finish line. As reported by Bloomberg, CEO Bob Iger recently flew to Brazil to push for “a key … Brazil Still Yet to Approve Disney/Fox Deal After Iger Visit
Disney Plans 4 Adult-Focused Animated Marvel Series for Hulu
Disney is expanding one of their most profitable properties into yet another genre — animated series aimed at adults — and they’ve chosen Hulu as the platform to feature them. As recently announced by Hulu, four new series are set for development that will focus on some of the more obscure characters from the Marvel Comics universe: … Disney Plans 4 Adult-Focused Animated Marvel Series for Hulu
Give Kids the World Supporters Rappelled 400 ft. Down the Side of Orlando’s Hyatt Hotel
Folks do a lot of incredible things for charity. They donate their time, their talents, and most of all their money, in the hopes that someone they’ve never met might have a slightly better day tomorrow than they had today. A group of people supporting Give Kids the World Village today donated something a little harder … Give Kids the World Supporters Rappelled 400 ft. Down the Side of Orlando’s Hyatt Hotel
Lunar New Year Limited-Time Food Offerings Now at Disney California Adventure
Disney California Adventure has just begun its Year of the Pig celebrations, which is a valid excuse to eat like one. For guests inclined either to simply snack or to stuff themselves silly, Disney recently released details on the many food offering visitors will find from now till February 17th as part of the Lunar … Lunar New Year Limited-Time Food Offerings Now at Disney California Adventure
An Advisory for Guests Flying to and from Theme Park or Cruise Destinations
Vacationers with flights scheduled into and out of domestic theme park locations or cruise line port areas may want to pay some extra attention to their flight status for the time being. As the United States’ partial government shutdown continues, staffing issues have been reported at certain U.S. airports — including Orlando International Airport — which have … An Advisory for Guests Flying to and from Theme Park or Cruise Destinations
