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



Florida Governor Discusses Disney Lawsuit During Titusville News Conference Monday

During a news conference in Titusville on Monday, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis was asked if he could talk about the focus and the agenda moving forward in light of the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District board announcing it will sue Disney in state court earlier today. The video below begins when the question is asked Florida Governor Discusses Disney Lawsuit During Titusville News Conference Monday

New Food & More Coming to Disney World for Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Did you know that this month is Asian American Pacific Islander heritage month? Walt Disney World has shared a complete guide to new food and beverage offerings around the theme parks and resort hotels in addition to “A World of Voices” celebrations. On May 6 and May 27, the Disney Springs Kids Club will feature Polynesian luau performers New Food & More Coming to Disney World for Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month

DeSantis’ Oversight District Now Suing Disney

UPDATE 5:00 pm: The CFTOD has officially filed its complaint against The Walt Disney Company. Follow this updated link to read the entire 188-page complaint. In Monday’s special meeting of the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District, Martin Garcia, the board’s head, announced that the District is filing a lawsuit against The Walt Disney Company in DeSantis’ Oversight District Now Suing Disney

Central Florida Theme Park Injury Report for 1st Quarter of 2023 Released

To remain exempt from major inspection, Central Florida theme parks must list all of their quarterly incidents and injuries with the state. This quarter’s report (January – March 2023) covers a total of 7 incidents/injuries, with 4 belonging to Disney, 2 to Universal, and 1 to Sea World. Only incidents or illnesses resulting in a hospital stay Central Florida Theme Park Injury Report for 1st Quarter of 2023 Released

Live-Action Ariel Coming to Disney Theme Parks

UPDATE 5/18/23: The new meet and greet with Ariel from the new live-action story The Little Mermaid officially opens May 26 at Disneyland and inside the Walt Disney Presents attraction in Disney’s Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World. In celebration of the all-new live-action The Little Mermaid film’s release on May 26th, the new Ariel Live-Action Ariel Coming to Disney Theme Parks

Central FL Tourism Oversight District Calls Meeting for Monday to Discuss Disney Lawsuit

The Central Florida Tourism Oversight District has posted an announcement of a special meeting to be held on Monday, May 1st, at 9:30 am Eastern. On the agenda is one item under New Business: Board discussion and direction to litigation counsel and authorization to defend District officials sued in official capacities. In case you missed Central FL Tourism Oversight District Calls Meeting for Monday to Discuss Disney Lawsuit

New Outdoor Covered Patio Opens at The BOATHOUSE at Disney Springs

The BOATHOUSE at Disney Springs now offers outdoor seating on their new covered patio* that faces the water. The weather in Central Florida can be unpredictable, but some folks are used to living in warmer climates and might find the air conditioning inside the restaurant to be too cold. Gasp! Also, if you’re planning on New Outdoor Covered Patio Opens at The BOATHOUSE at Disney Springs

FL Governor DeSantis Claims Disney Lawsuit Has ‘No Merit’

At a news conference in Jerusalem, Israel, Thursday, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis brushed off the lawsuit that was filed against himself and others by Walt Disney Parks & Resorts. I don’t think the suit has merit, I think it’s political. I think they filed in Tallahassee for a reason, because they’re trying to generate some FL Governor DeSantis Claims Disney Lawsuit Has ‘No Merit’

Walt Disney Studios Shares First Trailer for ‘Wish’ Movie

The Walt Disney Studios has just released a brand-new trailer for Wish, which opens exclusively in theaters on November 22. The trailer introduces 17-year-old Asha, the powerful King Magnifico, Asha’s pet goat Valentino, and Star, a celestial ball of boundless energy that Asha’s wish calls down from the sky. It also features a snippet of Walt Disney Studios Shares First Trailer for ‘Wish’ Movie