AUTHOR: Leah Zanolla
Travel agents’ commission amount cut by Disney Cruise Line
Disney Cruise Line has made a policy change that will affect the amount of commission travel agents receive for onboard bookings. Before the change, if a passenger booked a future Disney cruise while they were on their cruise, travel agents earned a maximum of 16% commission. From now on, Disney has announced that they will … Travel agents’ commission amount cut by Disney Cruise Line
Former Disney president Meg Crofton honored with a window on Main Street U.S.A.
Meg Crofton, former president of Walt Disney Parks and Resorts’ U.S. and France operations, has been honored for her service to the company with a window on Main Street, U.S.A. at the Magic Kingdom. This tradition honors those individuals who have made a significant contribution to the Disney company. Crofton joins fewer than 200 individuals … Former Disney president Meg Crofton honored with a window on Main Street U.S.A.
Disney Parks continue partnership with the Orlando Magic
Disney Parks have announced that they have extended their partnership of the Orlando Magic basketball team. This sponsorship allows Disney to promote their theme parks with signs and a presence at the Amway Center, as well as showcasing the partnership on digital and social media. Orlando Magic CEO Alex Martins said, “We are thrilled to … Disney Parks continue partnership with the Orlando Magic
Disney Cruise Line chosen as Number 1 Large Ship Line by Conde Nast
The 2015 Conde Nast Traveler Reader’s Choice Awards have honored Disney Cruise Line as the Number 1 Large Ship Line. This is the 13th consecutive year that Disney Cruise Line has been honored by the travelers who use the Conde Nast website. 128,000 readers participated in this year’s survey. News source/photo credit: Disney Parks Blog
Disney Dream returns to the seas after dry dock
The long-awaited upgrades to the Disney Dream are now complete and the ship has returned to sailing out of Port Canaveral. The ship was in dry dock for three weeks as changes were made to several areas around the ship. The biggest change has come to the Oceaneer Club kids’ area. A Star Wars room … Disney Dream returns to the seas after dry dock
Construction permits surface for Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Photos have surfaced of a permit application for some of the construction work planned at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The documents were filed with the South Florida Water Management District and show that work should start in January 2016 and be completed by October 2018. The permit shows plans for new water infrastructure to be built … Construction permits surface for Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Central Florida theme parks report third quarter injuries
The Central Florida theme parks have turned in their injury reports for the third quarter. We reported a few days ago that the list included the death of a 55-year-old woman after riding Space Mountain at the Magic Kingdom. Here are the rest of the injuries reported: At the Magic Kingdom, there were two injuries … Central Florida theme parks report third quarter injuries
Victoria & Albert’s honored by TripAdvisor
The Grand Floridian’s Victoria & Albert’s was honored in the TripAdvisor’s 2015 Travelers’ Choice awards. Named the number six restaurant in the United States, the locale is the only Florida establishment on the list. The website calls the restaurant “a truly 5 Star evening” and “as promised, a delightful experience.” The TripAdvisor awards come from … Victoria & Albert’s honored by TripAdvisor
Disney security guard denied attorney’s fees after suing Walt Disney World
The security guard who sued Disney last month will not be entitled to attorney’s fees. Camelia Joseph filed a civil suit against Walt Disney World, claiming that she had been discriminated against and as a result, was not promoted in her job. She won the case, though she was not awarded any damages, as the … Disney security guard denied attorney’s fees after suing Walt Disney World
Chef Rick Bayless to open Frontera Fresco at Disney Springs
Chef Rick Bayless has announced a new restaurant venture at Disney Springs. Bayless is a six-time James Beard Foundation award winner, won Bravo’s Top Chef Masters and has hosted Mexico – One Plate at a Time on National Public Television for ten seasons. Chef Bayless focuses on Mexican cuisine and operates several popular Chicago restaurants … Chef Rick Bayless to open Frontera Fresco at Disney Springs
