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



Joseph Cosgrove Versus Disneyland’s Club 33 Lawsuit Finally Settles After Three-Year Battle

Way back in 2015, we reported that Disneyland was being sued over a Club 33 membership termination and we’ve learned that the case has finally been settled. 87-year old Joseph Cosgrove, the plaintiff in the case, was among the first members of Club 33 after its opening. Cosgrove provided theme park passes to a friend who … Joseph Cosgrove Versus Disneyland’s Club 33 Lawsuit Finally Settles After Three-Year Battle



Animation Box Office Record Surpassed as ‘Incredibles 2’ Passes $500 Million Domestic

Superheroes are continuing their domination of the 2018 box office and Disney superheroes in particular might just have a 1-2 finish at the box office this weekend, as Ant-Man and the Wasp moves into the number one spot while Incredibles 2 has made box office history by becoming the first animated film to cross $500 … Animation Box Office Record Surpassed as ‘Incredibles 2’ Passes $500 Million Domestic



Marvel Studios’ ‘Ant-Man and the Wasp’ Buzzing to $80 Million-Plus Debut

UPDATE: According to the Wall Street Journal, the box office performance during the opening weekend of Ant-Man and the Wasp came in just shy of the original estimate we reported below. The new Marvel film is still solidly in first place but raked in only $76 million. Disney and Marvel Studios’ Ant-Man and the Wasp is on its … Marvel Studios’ ‘Ant-Man and the Wasp’ Buzzing to $80 Million-Plus Debut



Walt Disney World Introduces New Florida Resident Theme Park Select Annual Pass

The Walt Disney World Resort is continually looking for ways to provide Annual Passholders with new selections that meet their needs and preferences. A new annual pass called Florida Resident Theme Park Select will be added to the existing options beginning on Monday, July 9. The Florida Resident Theme Park Select Pass — priced at … Walt Disney World Introduces New Florida Resident Theme Park Select Annual Pass



Candlelight Processional Dining Packages Begin Booking July 11

A much-anticipated part of the Epcot International Festival of the Holidays is the Candlelight Processional. This gorgeous show is one of the most beloved events taking place at Walt Disney World, in fact, many guests plan their entire holiday vacations around it. This year’s event begins earlier than ever; on Thanksgiving Day, November 22. The Candlelight Processional presents … Candlelight Processional Dining Packages Begin Booking July 11



Celebrate the Opening of Marvel’s ‘Ant-Man and the Wasp’ with New Offerings at Disney Springs

A new photo opportunity has been added just outside of the AMC Disney Springs 24 Dine-In Theatres at Walt Disney World. This is a very special photo wall as it was hand-created by artist Apexer and features a gorgeous set of #WaspWings from Marvel’s Ant-Man and the Wasp which is now playing in theatres everywhere. … Celebrate the Opening of Marvel’s ‘Ant-Man and the Wasp’ with New Offerings at Disney Springs



Disney Springs Announces Weekend ‘Beat the Heat DJ Dance Party’ Through August 12

The folks at Disney Springs are inviting guests to stop by the splash pad near Once Upon a Toy for the new ‘Beat the Heat DJ Dance Party.’ This lively party will take place every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday night beginning at 6:00 p.m. and lasting until 10:00 p.m. So, bring the kids to splash … Disney Springs Announces Weekend ‘Beat the Heat DJ Dance Party’ Through August 12



Disney Provides Hospital Care Packages to Children’s Hospitals Across the U.S.

Back in March, we shared details on how The Walt Disney Company launched their ‘Team of Heroes‘ program and made a commitment to donate at least $100 million in resources to reinvent the experience families have when their child is in the hospital. Disney has shown its dedication toward children’s hospitals dating back to its … Disney Provides Hospital Care Packages to Children’s Hospitals Across the U.S.



Supernatural Animated Series ‘Sadie Sparks’ Coming to Disney Channel in 2019

The Disney Channel has announced an upcoming supernatural animated series which will feature the voice talents of Strictly Come Dancing’s Craig Revel-Horwood, comedian Rufus Hound and young British actress Georgia Lock. Sadie Sparks will roll out in 2019 and follows the enchanting story of a 14-year-old wizard-in-training and her very old and very grumpy rabbit … Supernatural Animated Series ‘Sadie Sparks’ Coming to Disney Channel in 2019



Judge Rules in Favor of Disney in Court Battle Over Property Tax Assessments

The Walt Disney Company has been in several ongoing battles with Orange County Property Appraiser Rick Singh’s assessments of their properties at the Walt Disney World Resort. Specifically, in the dispute over Singh’s more than $336 million valuation of Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club Resort, Disney succeeded in convincing a judge that the value should … Judge Rules in Favor of Disney in Court Battle Over Property Tax Assessments