AUTHOR: Jackie Gailey

Senior Editor for The DIS and DCL Fan | Disney Vacation Club Member | Thrilled to have been a '13/'14 planDisney Panelist | Lover of all things Disney; the Magic of Disneyland, Walt Disney World, and especially Disney Cruise Line | ºoº



Tourism Oversight Board Announces New ‘Whistleblower’ Policy

The Central Florida Tourism Oversight District conducted its Board of Supervisors meeting on Wednesday and announced a new “whistleblower” policy. Board Chairman Martin Garcia explained that the intention of this new policy is to encourage transparency and openness as, apparently, some employees didn’t feel that their concerns were necessarily heard under the prior Disney-aligned leadership. Tourism Oversight Board Announces New ‘Whistleblower’ Policy

Disney Begins Testing Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana

Walt Disney Imagineering shared Tuesday that they’ve started testing the water features on the upcoming Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana attraction. This walk-through experience is set to open in the World Nature pavilion at EPCOT in Walt Disney World this fall. …Imagineers have begun to teach water how to play in Journey of Water, Disney Begins Testing Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana

Details for Virtual Queue & More for ‘Rogers: The Musical’

Earlier today, we learned about specially-themed food and beverage coming to Disney California Adventure in honor of the debut of Rogers: The Musical. This afternoon, Disney shared more detailed information on the show and how guests should plan to see it upon its debut. Rogers: The Musical performances are set to occur several times daily, Details for Virtual Queue & More for ‘Rogers: The Musical’

‘Rogers: The Musical’ Themed Food Coming to Disney California Adventure

Prior to Rogers: The Musical making its debut on June 30, 2023, in the Hyperion Theater at Disney California Adventure Park, Disney has given us a first look at some new themed drinks and treats that will be available soon. Take a look below for all the details! Red, White & Blue Shake: Vanilla shake ‘Rogers: The Musical’ Themed Food Coming to Disney California Adventure

New Works of African Artists, Including Tiana’s Foods Water Tower, Coming Soon to Disney World

Today is Juneteenth, a new federal holiday, and with that, Walt Disney World has shared a list of ways that guests visiting can “add a little soul” to their summer vacations. The just-released list includes ways guests can vibe to R&B favorites, dine on soul food, interact with the new live-action Ariel from The Little New Works of African Artists, Including Tiana’s Foods Water Tower, Coming Soon to Disney World

Two Hard-Ticket Holiday Events at Disney World – Competition or No?

With last week’s announcement of Disney Jollywood Nights, I thought it might be interesting to hear what our readers think about this new hard-ticketed event potentially creating some competition with Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. I’ll share my thoughts here, and I’d love it if you’d share yours in the comments! Tickets are on sale Two Hard-Ticket Holiday Events at Disney World – Competition or No?

Christine McCarthy Steps Down as Walt Disney Co. CFO

The Walt Disney Company’s Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, Christine M. McCarthy will be stepping down from her role and taking a family medical leave of absence, according to a press release sent out on Thursday afternoon. Veteran Disney executive Kevin Lansberry, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Disney Parks, Christine McCarthy Steps Down as Walt Disney Co. CFO