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



New Bill Passed in Florida Will Allow Theme Parks to Donate Lost & Found Items Unclaimed After 30 Days

The Lost & Found operation at Walt Disney World goes through many steps to ensure that guests are reunited with items that come up missing in the theme parks and resorts during their vacations. Despite their valiant efforts, hundreds of thousands of items still remain unclaimed after 90 days and would be donated to a charitable organization. With New Bill Passed in Florida Will Allow Theme Parks to Donate Lost & Found Items Unclaimed After 30 Days

Book Early and Save Up To $500 Per Person on Select Adventures by Disney River Cruises

Last week, we told you about the brand new Seine river cruise where you’ll sail right through the heart of France on an all-inclusive adventure featuring glorious destinations and immersive activities for the entire family. When you book a select 2019 Adventures by Disney river cruise adventure by March 23, 2018, you can save up to $500 per Book Early and Save Up To $500 Per Person on Select Adventures by Disney River Cruises

Disney to Pay $1,000 Cash Bonus to 125,000 Employees; Invest in New Education Program

Disney has just announced today that they will pay at least 125,000 employees a one-time cash bonus of $1,000 and that they’ll also make a $50 million investment into a new education program for their employees. As a result of the recently enacted tax reform, 125,000 Disney employees to receive $1,000 cash bonus and Company Disney to Pay $1,000 Cash Bonus to 125,000 Employees; Invest in New Education Program

Several Disney and Pixar Films Have Been Nominated for 2018 Oscar Awards

The 2018 Oscar Award nominees have just been announced and we’re happy to share that several Disney and Pixar films have received nominations! Best Animated Feature Film: Disney Pixar’s Coco Original Song: Remember Me ~ Disney Pixar’s Coco Visual Effects: Star Wars: The Last Jedi, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 Original Score: Star Wars: Several Disney and Pixar Films Have Been Nominated for 2018 Oscar Awards

Bob Iger and Katy Perry Present Minnie Mouse With Her Star on The Hollywood Walk of Fame

Disney history was made yesterday as Minnie Mouse was presented with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame as part of her 90th-anniversary celebration. Disney Chairman and CEO Bob Iger along with judge of ABC’s American Idol Katy Perry were on-hand to present the long-awaited honor to Minnie Mouse in front of Hollywood’s legendary Bob Iger and Katy Perry Present Minnie Mouse With Her Star on The Hollywood Walk of Fame

Roadway Adjustments That Will Impact Drivers at Walt Disney World in the Next Few Months

On Tuesday, January 30, traffic will be shifted onto the new southbound World Drive near the Speedway gas station and the Car Care Center. Drivers are asked to allow extra travel time and to adhere to the posted speed limit. Please see below for specific areas that will be affected: Inbound lanes into Magic Kingdom Roadway Adjustments That Will Impact Drivers at Walt Disney World in the Next Few Months

Contestant on ‘The Voice’ Delights Viewers by Singing ‘Prince Ali’ from Disney’s ‘Aladdin’

Chris James, an audiobook narrator from Norwich, made an appearance on last week’s auditions for The Voice and had the audience on their feet with his rendition of ‘Prince Ali’ from Disney’s Aladdin. After his performance, James shared a bit about himself and had the judges wondering why he chose to sing a song from Contestant on ‘The Voice’ Delights Viewers by Singing ‘Prince Ali’ from Disney’s ‘Aladdin’

Narcoossee’s No Longer Offering Their Brunch Service

Effective immediately, Narcoossee’s by the water’s edge at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa will no longer offer their Sunday Waterfront Brunch. Guests can continue to enjoy Brunch at the Top on Sunday mornings at California Grill at Disney’s Contemporary Resort with “sophisticated fare and sweeping views of Magic Kingdom Park.”