AUTHOR: Leah Zanolla
Disney pulls Starbucks Epcot “Monorail Purple” mug from shelves
Walt Disney World is pulling one of its newly-released Starbucks mugs from the shelves. The mugs, part of Starbucks’ “You Are Here” collection, feature various scenes from the theme parks. The Epcot mug is done in shades of blue, gray and purple and includes a monorail with a purple stripe. Monorail Purple was the train … Disney pulls Starbucks Epcot “Monorail Purple” mug from shelves
U.S. News & World Report names Four Seasons best hotel in Orlando
U.S. News & World Report has named the Four Seasons Orlando Resort the best hotel in Orlando. The hotel is not Disney-owned, but is actually located on Disney property and opened its doors August 3, 2014. This honor was in the “Orlando-Walt Disney World” category and was followed by The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes and … U.S. News & World Report names Four Seasons best hotel in Orlando
Emma Watson to play Belle in Disney’s live-action Beauty and the Beast film
Emma Watson, who played Hermione Granger in the Harry Potter films, posted on Facebook today that she would play the lead role in Disney’s upcoming live-action Beauty and the Beast film. I’m finally able to tell you… that I will be playing Belle in Disney’s new live-action Beauty and the Beast! It was such a … Emma Watson to play Belle in Disney’s live-action Beauty and the Beast film
Disney Magic rescues 5 Cuban rafters
Two weeks ago, the Disney Magic rescued a man who had fallen overboard from Royal Caribbean’s Oasis of the Seas; this weekend, the ship picked up five Cubans who were adrift on a raft made of metal barrels. About 23 miles from Cuba, on Friday, January 23 around noon, the Disney Magic came upon the … Disney Magic rescues 5 Cuban rafters
SeaWorld and Miami Dolphins ending partnership
A partnership between SeaWorld and the Miami Dolphins is ending in March. Their marketing agreement will expire and a SeaWorld spokeswoman says it will not be renewed. العب واربح المال الحقيقي Becca Bides said, “Due to shifting business priorities of both companies, a new one will not be created. The Dolphins were great partners and … SeaWorld and Miami Dolphins ending partnership
Disney World resorts honored by TripAdvisor
TripAdvisor released the list of winners in its 13th annual Travelers’ Choice awards; five of the Walt Disney World resorts made this year’s list. There were 19 Orlando hotels on the national list. كيفية لعب بينجو The Walt Disney World winners were all in the family category. Disney’s Art of Animation Resort came in seventh, … Disney World resorts honored by TripAdvisor
Frozen takes over Disney Cruise Line this summer
Frozen is taking over the Disney Cruise Line ships this summer. Olaf, Anna and Elsa will be meeting and greeting guests on all four ships, plus a variety of new experiences will be added to select itineraries. On select European and Alaskan sailings on the Disney Magic and Disney Wonder, the ships will be decorated … Frozen takes over Disney Cruise Line this summer
Two deaths reported in Central Florida theme park injury report
The central Florida theme parks have turned in their quarterly injury reports and in them, Walt Disney World reported two deaths after guests went on rides. One of the deaths was a 22-year-old woman with a pre-existing condition who rode it’s a small world on Christmas Day. She lost consciousness and later died, but it’s … Two deaths reported in Central Florida theme park injury report
Disney exec Erin Wallace leaves to become COO of Learning Care Group
Erin Wallace, a senior Disney Executive, is leaving the company for a job in Michigan as chief operating officer of Learning Care Group, a for-profit early education and childcare provider. Wallace has been with Disney for 30 years, beginning as an industrial engineer. She is currently Executive Vice President of Operations Strategy, Planning and Revenue … Disney exec Erin Wallace leaves to become COO of Learning Care Group
Disney CEO Bob Iger earns $46.5 million in 2014
The Walt Disney Co. released a statement this week stating that CEO Bob Iger earned $46.5 million in 2014; this is up 35% from $34.3 million in 2013. This figure came from his “salary, stock, options, pension and other forms of compensation.” The statement said he “has driven spectacular financial performance and created significant shareholder … Disney CEO Bob Iger earns $46.5 million in 2014
