AUTHOR: Tom Bell
Aulani Resort Cancels Reservations for Stays Through Oct 17
UPDATE 9/10/20: With no reopening date identified just yet, Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa, has cancelled reservations at the resort through October 17, 2020. Please reach out to your Dreams Unlimited Travel agent for assistance with rebooking your reservation. UPDATE 8/19/20: Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa remains closed and a reopening date has … Aulani Resort Cancels Reservations for Stays Through Oct 17
runDisney Turns 2020 Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend Into a Virtual Event
runDisney has announced that this year’s Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend at Walt Disney World will transition to a virtual event. The event was set to be held November 5-8, 2020. With circumstances surrounding COVID-19 continuing to change around the globe, we continue to make timely decisions about our operations after considering guidance … runDisney Turns 2020 Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend Into a Virtual Event
Worldwide Theme Park Attendance Grew 4% in 2019, Disney’s Numbers Dropped Slightly
While attendance at the largest theme park companies in the world was up 4% in 2019, Disney Parks saw a drop in attendance of 0.8%. Disney did, however, hold on to the top spot for theme park companies and individual theme parks. Attendance numbers at Disney’s domestic parks were mostly flat, but lower figures at … Worldwide Theme Park Attendance Grew 4% in 2019, Disney’s Numbers Dropped Slightly
Walt Disney World Passholders Get 30% Off Merchandise Through August 14
Walt Disney World Annual Passholders visiting the newly reopened theme parks received a nice surprise in the form of a 30% off merchandise discount. The larger than normal discount is good at Disney owned and operated merchandise locations through August 14, 2020. Some exclusions do apply and the offer is subject to change without notice. … Walt Disney World Passholders Get 30% Off Merchandise Through August 14
Spaceship Earth Changes and Cherry Tree Lane Project Missing From The Epcot Experience
Guests visiting the newly reopened Epcot have discovered that The Epcot Experience is missing any evidence of the changes announced for Spaceship Earth or the Mary Poppins-themed Cherry Tree Lane project set for the United Kingdom pavilion. The Orlando Business Journal has confirmed with Disney that the Cherry Tree Lane project is “on hold for … Spaceship Earth Changes and Cherry Tree Lane Project Missing From The Epcot Experience
Former Disneyland President Michael Colglazier Leaving Disney to Head Virgin Galactic
Michael Colglazier, who was President of the Disneyland Resort from 2013 to 2018, is leaving Disney to become the Chief Executive Officer of Virgin Galactic. Colglazier was most recently the President and Managing Director of Disney Parks International, overseeing Disneyland Paris, Hong Kong Disneyland, Shanghai Disney Resort, and Tokyo Disneyland. Jill Estorino is set to … Former Disneyland President Michael Colglazier Leaving Disney to Head Virgin Galactic
Walt Disney World Details Extension and Refund Options for Annual Passholders
Now that the theme parks have started to reopen, Walt Disney World has detailed some additional extension benefits and refund options available to Annual Passholders. We know that many Passholders are excited to get back to the magic—and we’re eager to see our cherished Passholders, too. We also recognize that Park reservations will change the … Walt Disney World Details Extension and Refund Options for Annual Passholders
Two NBA Players Test Positive for COVID-19 While in Quarantine ‘Bubble’ at Walt Disney World
The NBA has confirmed that two of the 322 players at the NBA Campus in Walt Disney World have tested positive for COVID-19. The two players were never out of quarantine and have now returned home or to isolation housing. In testing that happened prior to arriving at the NBA Campus, 19 NBA players tested … Two NBA Players Test Positive for COVID-19 While in Quarantine ‘Bubble’ at Walt Disney World
Disney+ Honored by the American Council of the Blind for Their Audio Description Tracks
Disney+ has received an award from the American Council of the Blind (ACB) for their commitment to adding audio description tracks to original programming. The ACB, which works to increase the independence, security, equality of opportunity and quality of life for blind and visually impaired people, honored Disney+ with the 2020 Achievement Award in Audio … Disney+ Honored by the American Council of the Blind for Their Audio Description Tracks
California Closes Gyms, Salons, and Indoor Malls in Some Counties, Plus Bars & Indoor Restaurants Statewide
California Governor Gavin Newsom announced two new directives today that will close more businesses throughout the state. First, Newsom has now ordered the closure of all bars and indoor seating at restaurants across the entire state of California. The order also includes movie theaters, card rooms, museums, wineries, family entertainment centers, and indoor areas at … California Closes Gyms, Salons, and Indoor Malls in Some Counties, Plus Bars & Indoor Restaurants Statewide
