AUTHOR: Jackie Gailey
DeSantis’ CFTOD Plans to Spend $5 Million in Legal Battle With Disney
During Wednesday’s board meeting, Central Florida Tourism Oversight District (CFTOD) administrator Glen Gilzean noted that the District has spent nearly $2 million in legal fees so far in its ongoing battle with Disney Parks and Resorts. The lawsuit against Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and the CFTOD was filed by Walt Disney Parks and Resorts back … DeSantis’ CFTOD Plans to Spend $5 Million in Legal Battle With Disney
RCID Employees Express Sadness at the Loss of Disney Annual Pass Benefits
During the public comments section of Wednesday’s meeting of the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District, several firefighters of the Reedy Creek Fire Department spoke to Monday’s announcement of the removal of the Disney pass benefits that they’ve been accustomed to enjoying for more than fifty years. District Chair Martin Garcia said that a number of … RCID Employees Express Sadness at the Loss of Disney Annual Pass Benefits
CFTOD Administrator Glen Gilzean Resigns From Ethics Commission
According to WESH news, Glen Gilzean, an administrator of the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District (CFTOD), has resigned from the Florida Ethics Commission to keep his $400k/year employment with the CTFOD. Last week, we reported the apparent conflict of interest as Florida law does not permit public employees to serve on a government watchdog panel. … CFTOD Administrator Glen Gilzean Resigns From Ethics Commission
DeSantis’ Oversight District Files Complaint Regarding Bill Received From Disney
According to a press release issued Monday by the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District (CFTOD), a referral has been submitted to the Florida Inspector General objecting to an over half-a-million dollar invoice they received from Walt Disney Parks & Resorts. The bill breaks down each dollar spent for employee perks and benefits that the former … DeSantis’ Oversight District Files Complaint Regarding Bill Received From Disney
Disneyland Releases New List of Food for Plaza de la Familia
Disneyland Resort has just released the official “Foodie Guide” for the Plaza de la Familia event that will take place from September 1 to November 2, 2023. This event will give guests a taste of Día de los Muertos while featuring delicious new dishes throughout the theme parks and resorts. Take a look below for … Disneyland Releases New List of Food for Plaza de la Familia
Walt Disney World Announces the Return of All Parking Lot Trams
Sunday, Disney confirmed that the parking lot trams will return to EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios in September 2023 and we’re thrilled to report it! The parking lots at Walt Disney World theme parks are huge, and due to this, trams run constantly to transport guests from where they park their vehicles up to the … Walt Disney World Announces the Return of All Parking Lot Trams
Disneyland Announces Early Closure Ahead of Hurricane Hilary
Disneyland Resort is closely monitoring Hurricane Hilary and making adjustments based on the latest information from the National Weather Service. Due to the most recent predictions, Disneyland Resort theme parks will close early tomorrow, Sunday Aug. 20, with Disney California Adventure Park closing at 9 p.m. and Disneyland Park closing at 10 p.m. The Downtown Disney District will close at 11 p.m. … Disneyland Announces Early Closure Ahead of Hurricane Hilary
Opening Date Revealed for Tiana’s Palace Restaurant in Disneyland
Disneyland has announced that Tiana’s Palace, the reimagined quick-service style restaurant inspired by the eatery Princess Tiana brought to life in the beloved Walt Disney Animation Studios film, The Princess and the Frog, will begin welcoming guests on September 7, 2023! The Mint Julep Bar will also return on this date! More information was also shared … Opening Date Revealed for Tiana’s Palace Restaurant in Disneyland
Disney Files Response & Countersuit In State Lawsuit with DeSantis’ Board
As required, Walt Disney Parks and Resorts has filed a response to the state-level lawsuit brought against them by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis’ Central Florida Tourism Oversight District (CFTOD). In the 55-page answer, Disney responds to each claim made by the CFTOD, point by point, paragraph by paragraph. Disney goes on to outline twelve affirmative … Disney Files Response & Countersuit In State Lawsuit with DeSantis’ Board
Complete List of Food & Treats Coming to Disneyland for Halloween
The Halloween season kicks off at the Disneyland Resort in just a couple of weeks, and the Disney Parks Blog has shared the full guide to all of the ghoulish snacks headed your way. From ominous sweets like the Poison Apple Funnel Cake Fries at Award Wieners and Halloween Donut at GCH Craftsman Grill, to tasty bites like the Spicy Chili Dog at Refreshment Corner, there’s something for … Complete List of Food & Treats Coming to Disneyland for Halloween
