AUTHOR: Stephen Porter
Prediction: Disney CEO Bob Iger Will Run for President
When asked whether you want to run for President or not, it is safe to assume that you’d have a firm answer. In a recent interview with CNBC’s “Closing Bell”, Disney CEO Bob Iger had a hesitant response to the question. I want to make it clear that this is all personal speculation at this … Prediction: Disney CEO Bob Iger Will Run for President
A Letter to Those Who Mock Us for Loving Disney
During a stand up special by comedian Jim Gaffigan he joked, “Now there are adults without children that go to Disney. And they’re called weirdos. Very nice people….absolutely crazy.” I have to admit when I heard this joke I laughed. Maybe we are slightly crazy for waiting in lines in 100 degree weather, or paying … A Letter to Those Who Mock Us for Loving Disney
SeaWorld’s Remodel of Kraken Goes Beyond the Addition of Virtual-Reality Headsets
According to the Orlando Sentinel, SeaWorld’s remodel of the Kraken roller coaster will involve more than just the addition of the virtual-reality headsets. When the massive thrill attraction reopens as Kraken Unleashed in June, guests will notice many physical changes to the area around the coaster, including the missing “enormous eel-like kraken creature – big enough … SeaWorld’s Remodel of Kraken Goes Beyond the Addition of Virtual-Reality Headsets
New Quick Service Buffet at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort
Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort is now offering a brand new Quick Service buffet named the Centertown Buffet! Centertown Buffet is for resort guests only, and cast members are there scanning MagicBands to verify that everyone is staying at the hotel. The buffet is open for breakfast and dinner and uses one Quick Service dining credit. … New Quick Service Buffet at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort
Attendance and Revenue Continue to Plummet During SeaWorld’s First Quarter
SeaWorld Entertainment has had a rough couple of years, and unfortunately for them, the news is only getting worse. According to the Orlando Sentinel, the company’s first-quarter attendance dropped 15 percent, and they only brought in “$186.4 million in revenue, compared to $220.2 million in the same period a year ago.” In total, SeaWorld “reported … Attendance and Revenue Continue to Plummet During SeaWorld’s First Quarter
Limited Time Wishes and Happily Ever After T-Shirts Available Online
Until Sunday May 14, the Disney Store online will be offering limited time ‘Wishes’ and ‘Happily Ever After’ fireworks merchandise. There are 6 different designs for this limited time release. Three of the shirts are unisex designs for adults, one is a women’s V-neck, and two of the designs are for kids.
Tarzan Moving to a New Meet and Greet Location at Animal Kingdom
Starting on Wednesday, May 10, Tarzan’s meet-and-greet location will be migrating to its former location, which is behind the Tree of Life at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Tarzan will stay in his current location, which is near the pathway towards Pandora – The World of Avatar and Pizzafari until May 9. Tarzan’s meet-and-greet times currently look … Tarzan Moving to a New Meet and Greet Location at Animal Kingdom
Disney’s Grand Floridian Holding Special Fourth of July Ticketed Event
On the Fourth of July, Disney’s Grand Floridian will be holding a special ticketed event to celebrate Independence Day. Tickets will cost $120 plus tax for adults, and $59 plus tax for ages 3-9. The ticketed event will take place on the hotel’s Marina. For the event, guests will be served grilled steak and shrimp along … Disney’s Grand Floridian Holding Special Fourth of July Ticketed Event
‘Raven’s Home’, a ‘That’s So Raven’ Spin-Off, Debuts in July
Raven-Symoné is coming back to Disney Channel as her hit character Raven Baxter on Raven’s Home, which is set to be the sequel to her previous Disney Channel hit That’s So Raven. The new show is set to premiere on Friday, July 21 at 10 p.m. following the highly awaited film Descendants 2. Raven’s best … ‘Raven’s Home’, a ‘That’s So Raven’ Spin-Off, Debuts in July
New Video Gives Even More Details of ‘Happily Ever After’ Fireworks Show
Later this month on May 12, the Magic Kingdom will be premiering ‘Happily Ever After,’ which is the new fireworks display. Yesterday on May 4, the Disney Parks YouTube account released a new video that gives more details, and even a few previews of what the fireworks and projections will look like. Judging from the … New Video Gives Even More Details of ‘Happily Ever After’ Fireworks Show
