AUTHOR: Charles Boda
Disney World Attendance Decreased in 2016, Universal Attendance Increased
Central Florida’s theme park industry experienced a slight dip in attendance last year, with the Universal Orlando Resort being the exception. We’ve mentioned Universal’s recent increase in their portion of the Orlando parks market share, but we now have some attendance numbers in from the Themed Entertainment Association and AECOM, the engineering firm. The TEA/AECOM … Disney World Attendance Decreased in 2016, Universal Attendance Increased
Expect a Strong Marvel Presence at This Year’s D23 Expo
If you have partaken in any pop-culture at all in the past decade, chances are you’ve enjoyed something Marvel. Given that, and Disney’s present ownership of the company, it should come as no surprise that this year’s D23 Expo will include quite a few things for Marvel fans to enjoy. The 2017 D23 Expo will … Expect a Strong Marvel Presence at This Year’s D23 Expo
‘Pirates’ and ‘Guardians’ Success in China Helps Disney Achieve $3 Billion in Global Box Office
Update: 6/5/17 *Walt Disney Studios has achieved $2 billion in international box office sales for the 8th consecutive year, according to Deadline. With $1.55 billion domestic and $2.055 billion internationally, Disney’s current global earnings are $3.21 billion. Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales has managed to take in $501.2 million worldwide and is the … ‘Pirates’ and ‘Guardians’ Success in China Helps Disney Achieve $3 Billion in Global Box Office
See the Accommodations Copper Creek Villas & Cabins Will Be Offering
On July 17th, Disney Vacation Club will be opening its 14th and newest resort, Copper Creek Villas & Cabins. Copper Creek offers guests a stay filled with the rustic charms of the Pacific Northwest, yet all of the comforts to be found at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge. Disney Parks Blog has released a video with Ken Potrock, Senior … See the Accommodations Copper Creek Villas & Cabins Will Be Offering
Adventures by Disney Takes You Through Your Favorite Films with a Turner Classic Movies Italian Vacation
If you are looking for a way to combine your love of cinema with a desire to travel, look no further. Turner Classic Movies and Adventures by Disney are working together to give you a taste of the Italy you’ve been watching on the silver screen for years. The special “adult-exclusive” version of their Italy … Adventures by Disney Takes You Through Your Favorite Films with a Turner Classic Movies Italian Vacation
‘Guardians of the Galaxy’ Trade Their Space Ship for a Cruise Ship as They Join Marvel Day at Sea
After the stressful events of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 our favorite antiheroes could probably use some relaxation. Maybe that is why you will be able to catch them on the Disney Magic during Disney Cruise Line‘s Marvel Day at Sea. Star-Lord, Gamora, and Groot will be on board for the day’s events, but there … ‘Guardians of the Galaxy’ Trade Their Space Ship for a Cruise Ship as They Join Marvel Day at Sea
Restaurants to Look Forward to at Disney Springs
Disney Springs has a busy schedule set for the next two years, with three new dining experiences set to open in 2017 and two more to follow in 2018. Disney Parks Blog gave a rundown of what guests can expect in the near future when eating in the area. 2017 Levy Restaurants’ Portabello Country Italian … Restaurants to Look Forward to at Disney Springs
Fill Your Treasure Chest with New ‘Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales’ Merchandise
The latest installment of the action adventure franchise Pirates of the Caribbean has finally arrived. Dead Men Tell No Tales opens in theaters nationwide today, and the Walt Disney World Resort has plenty of new pirate booty to put you in the plundering mood. The Pirates films feature plenty of unique jewelry adorning their characters, … Fill Your Treasure Chest with New ‘Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales’ Merchandise
Bob Iger Says ‘Pirates’ Hack Did Not Happen
According to Disney CEO Bob Iger, the hacking of the newest installment of the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise, Dead Men Tell No Tales, never actually occurred. Iger clarified the situation with Yahoo Finance yesterday. Two weeks ago, it was reported that Bob Iger had told ABC employees in a town hall meeting that a … Bob Iger Says ‘Pirates’ Hack Did Not Happen
Parental Control Device ‘Circle with Disney’ Raises $10 Million
Circle with Disney is a device that helps parents enforce their family’s personal internet restrictions, and its developers, Circle Media, have just announced a total of $10 million dollars in Series A funding. Numerous similar devices are currently on the market; if you are wondering what sets this one apart, the answer can be found … Parental Control Device ‘Circle with Disney’ Raises $10 Million
