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



Walt Disney World Cast Member Arrives to Prostitution Sting Stark Naked

Polk County authorities have arrested over 100 people in an undercover sting that targets prostitution, human trafficking, and child predators. Included in those arrested are a pastor and two people who work at Orlando theme parks. The investigation took place over a period of six days and was given the title of “Operation Santa’s Naughty List.” Sheriff Grady Judd … Walt Disney World Cast Member Arrives to Prostitution Sting Stark Naked



Do I Really Need to Decide Where I’m Eating Six Months In Advance at Walt Disney World?

When planning most types of future vacations, most folks aren’t necessarily thinking about where their meals will take place during their trip. When it comes to planning a vacation to the Walt Disney World Resort, first-timers are sometimes caught off-guard at the thought of needing to make Advance Dining Reservations 180-days in advance of the day … Do I Really Need to Decide Where I’m Eating Six Months In Advance at Walt Disney World?



Judge Rules that Lawsuit Accusing Disney of Pay Discrimination Can Continue in CA

A group of ten former and current employees of the Walt Disney Company have successfully met the legal threshold to pursue their claim which states that the company discriminates by paying male employees more than female employees. The plaintiffs are seeking class-action status and they are now able to begin seeking and collecting evidence from the … Judge Rules that Lawsuit Accusing Disney of Pay Discrimination Can Continue in CA



Disney Vacation Club Changes ‘Seasons’ to ‘Travel Periods’ in New 2021 Points Charts

Disney Vacation Club has just released the brand new vacation points charts for 2021 and there are some changes to take note of. Editor’s Note: We have the chart for Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge entered so far and are currently working on the rest, so stay tuned! First, there are no more seasons. In prior … Disney Vacation Club Changes ‘Seasons’ to ‘Travel Periods’ in New 2021 Points Charts



Contestants & Viewers Can Win a Disney Vacation During Secret Santa Weeks on Wheel of Fortune

The Disney Parks Blog has announced that they’ve teamed up with Wheel of Fortune to make the holiday season even brighter for some lucky contestants and viewers at home too. Secret Santa Weeks begin tonight and continue through next week and whatever the contestants win, someone at home wins, too. The prizes include various types … Contestants & Viewers Can Win a Disney Vacation During Secret Santa Weeks on Wheel of Fortune



René Auberjonois – Voice of Chef Louis in ‘The Little Mermaid’ – Passes Away at 79

René Auberjonois, a beloved TV and film actor, died at his home in Los Angeles on December 8, 2019, due to metastatic lung cancer. He was 79. Rene Auberjonois a true gentleman & passionate artist passed onto the next understanding & we will miss him so much. I was honored to have worked with him … René Auberjonois – Voice of Chef Louis in ‘The Little Mermaid’ – Passes Away at 79



Disney’s ‘Frozen 2’, ‘The Lion King’, and ‘Toy Story 4’ Films Receive Golden Globe Nominations

On the heels of becoming the first movie studio in history to surpass $10 Billion at the global box office within one year, three Disney films have just been nominated for the 2020 Golden Globe Awards. Best Motion Picture – Animated Frozen 2 The Lion King Toy Story 4 Best Original Song – Motion Picture Into … Disney’s ‘Frozen 2’, ‘The Lion King’, and ‘Toy Story 4’ Films Receive Golden Globe Nominations



Disney Becomes First Movie Studio to Cross $10 Billion at Worldwide Box Office

Walt Disney Studios has released a record number of billion-dollar movies over the past year and thanks to that, they have become the first studio in history to exceed $10 billion within a year at the worldwide box office. According to a report on Variety, the studio “has generated $3.28 billion in North America and $6.7 … Disney Becomes First Movie Studio to Cross $10 Billion at Worldwide Box Office



Drury Hotels to Build First Property in Disney Springs Resort Area

Drury Hotels Company is bringing a bit of magic to its guests. The company is developing its largest property to date, the Drury Plaza Hotel Orlando Lake Buena Vista, and will begin to welcome guests by spring 2021. The new property, located in the Disney Springs Resort Area in is the company’s first Official Walt … Drury Hotels to Build First Property in Disney Springs Resort Area



Disney Cruise Line’s Terminal 8 in Port Canaveral to Close for Five Months in 2020

According to documents published last week in regards to Port Canaveral’s Commission Meeting coming up on December 11, 2019, Disney Cruise Line’s Terminal 8 (CT8) is going to be closed from June to October of 2020 for expansion and improvements. Maintenance on this terminal is typically done on days when Disney ships are not in … Disney Cruise Line’s Terminal 8 in Port Canaveral to Close for Five Months in 2020