AUTHOR: Jackie Gailey
D23 Downsized in This Week’s Layoffs & Possible Restructure Coming
D23, the official fan club for The Walt Disney Company, has been hit with layoffs this week, according to an article on Deadline. D23 was founded in 2009 and is predominantly known for its D23 Expo, with the next one coming up in September. Deadline states that while today’s cuts were in the double-digits, some … D23 Downsized in This Week’s Layoffs & Possible Restructure Coming
Special Lighting Coming to Spaceship Earth for Disney100 Celebration
Disney has announced that a unique lighting display is coming to Spaceship Earth in EPCOT later this year to celebrate Disney100. The Show Lighting Team at Walt Disney Imagineering has been amazed at our guests’ reaction to the nightly shows on Spaceship Earth. We’ve helped celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Walt Disney World, EPCOT’s 40th and the … Special Lighting Coming to Spaceship Earth for Disney100 Celebration
Walt Disney World Files Lawsuit Against FL Governor & New Tourism Oversight Board
UPDATE 1:00 pm: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis’ office on Disney lawsuit: We are unaware of any legal right that a company has to operate its own government or maintain special privileges not held by other businesses in the state. This lawsuit is yet another unfortunate example of their hope to undermine the will of the … Walt Disney World Files Lawsuit Against FL Governor & New Tourism Oversight Board
New Oversight District Votes to Void Disney Development Agreements & More
UPDATE 7 pm: The Florida Senate passed SB 1604, the land use bill that the CFTOD seeks to nullify. The Central Florida Tourism Oversight District board meeting was held on Wednesday, April 26th. Several restaurant owners, including George Miliotes, owner of Wine Bar George and The Basket in Disney Springs, expressed concerns during the public … New Oversight District Votes to Void Disney Development Agreements & More
Severe Weather Alert Issued for Walt Disney World Area Tuesday Evening
The National Weather Service has issued the following severe thunderstorm warning for the Walt Disney World Resort area.
Reimagining of Pixar Place at Hollywood Studios Includes Return of Edna Mode & More
Walt Disney World has announced that the Edna Mode Experience is returning to Disney’s Hollywood Studios on May 14th. As part of a reimagined Pixar Place, guests will also be able to meet Mr. and Mrs. Incredible and Frozone from The Incredibles and Sulley from Monsters, Inc. Who’s excited?!
New Disney Visa Discount Released for Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser
It’s the most immersive Star Wars story ever created—one where you can enjoy a unique 2-night adventure and journey further into a Star Wars adventure than you ever dreamed possible. And it’s yours to discover with this special offer from Walt Disney World! Disney Visa Cardmembers can save 30% on select Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser voyages—valid for voyages on the following departure … New Disney Visa Discount Released for Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser
Central FL Tourism Oversight District Releases Detailed Agenda for Next Meeting
As we learned last week, the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District (CFTOD) has a meeting set for Wednesday, April 26th, to discuss reasons it believes that Disney’s Developer Agreements should be voided, as discussed during its last meeting on April 19th. The comments that were made last week include referring to the Agreements as Disney’s … Central FL Tourism Oversight District Releases Detailed Agenda for Next Meeting
Kids Ride Free This Summer on The Sunshine Flyer Transportation to Disney World
The Sunshine Flyer has announced limited-time, special summer pricing with kids riding free on its themed motorcoach experience that takes guests from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Walt Disney World Resorts. The Sunshine Flyer offers an engaging transportation experience allowing guests to start the magic of their Walt Disney World vacation from the moment they … Kids Ride Free This Summer on The Sunshine Flyer Transportation to Disney World
Disneyland’s Maleficent Dragon Completely Engulfed in Flames During Fantasmic!
UPDATE: Disneyland shared a statement on last night’s show malfunction: During the final showing of Fantasmic! at Disneyland park on Saturday evening, the dragon prop caught fire. Anaheim Fire & Rescue quickly responded, and the fire was extinguished. All cast members were safely evacuated from Tom Sawyer Island. Due to smoke and wind, attractions near … Disneyland’s Maleficent Dragon Completely Engulfed in Flames During Fantasmic!
