AUTHOR: Tom Bell
Orlando theme parks sue Orange County’s property appraiser
Several of Orlando’s theme parks have sued the Orange County property appraiser over 2015 assessments that they feel are too high. The Walt Disney Co., Universal Orlando and SeaWorld join over 110 other property owners that have filed lawsuits against appraiser Rick Singh’s office, up from 46 lawsuits in 2015. For 2015, Walt Disney World’s … Orlando theme parks sue Orange County’s property appraiser
Castaway Cay sustains little damage from Hurricane Matthew
According to Disney Cruise Line officials and reports on disboards.com, Castaway Cay sustained very little damage from Hurricane Matthew and will be hosting Disney ships as scheduled this week. Castaway Cay, Disney Cruise Line’s private island, is located in the Bahamas, parts of which were hit hard by last week’s storm. Guests aboard the Disney … Castaway Cay sustains little damage from Hurricane Matthew
Guy Ritchie in talks to direct live-action Aladdin
Guy Ritchie, the director of Sherlock Holmes movies featuring Robert Downey, Jr., is in talks with Disney to direct a live-action version of 1992’s Aladdin. Dan Lin, one of the producers of the Sherlock Holmes films, will be producing and John August is working on the script. The film is expected to keep many of … Guy Ritchie in talks to direct live-action Aladdin
Wine Bar George coming to Disney Springs next Fall
Wine Bar George, a 210-seat wine bar, featuring oak wood, warm lighting and a welcoming atmosphere is set to open at Disney Springs in the fall of 2017. Master sommelier George Miliotes’ new venture will feature a varied selection of more than 100 wines, plus a food menu with small plates that are designed to … Wine Bar George coming to Disney Springs next Fall
Sneak preview of Moana at California Adventure
Beginning October 14th, guests at Disney California Adventure will be able to get a sneak peak of the upcoming Walt Disney Animation Studios feature “Moana”. The preview will take place in the Bug’s Life Theater and will be in 3D with special in-theater effects. “Moana,” the story of an adventurous teenager who sets out on … Sneak preview of Moana at California Adventure
Disneyland shows off Guardians of the Galaxy model
This week on the Disney Parks Blog, Imagineers showed off a model of what the Guardians of the Galaxy attraction will look like when it opens next summer. Themed to look like The Collector’s Fortress, Guardians of the Galaxy-Mission: BREAKOUT! will begin major construction after the Twilight Zone Tower of Terror closes on January 2nd. … Disneyland shows off Guardians of the Galaxy model
Critter Country to be closed much of October
Based on the most recent schedule of refurbishments released by the Disneyland Resort, it appears that an entire section of Disneyland will be closed weekdays during October. Critter Country hosts three attractions, Davy Crockett Explorer Canoes, Splash Mountain, and The Many Adventures of Winnie The Pooh. The canoes are closed through next summer due to … Critter Country to be closed much of October
Sprinkles location confirmed for the Disneyland Resort
Earlier we reported that building permits had been filed that showed that a Sprinkles store would be coming to the Disneyland Resort. Today, Disney confirmed the new bakery will be opening soon in Downtown Disney. Sprinkles will offer freshly baked cupcakes and cookies, but according to the Orange County Register, they won’t offer ice cream. … Sprinkles location confirmed for the Disneyland Resort
Disneyland Southern California Annual Pass returns
The Disneyland Resort is once again selling its Southern California Annual Pass. Disney had been offering both the Southern California Annual Pass good for 229 select days and the Southern California Select Annual Pass good for 175 select days, but in 2014, new sales of the Southern California Annual Pass were eliminated and the Pass … Disneyland Southern California Annual Pass returns
Disney Channel names new marketing VP
Disney Channels Worldwide announced this week that John Rood will be returning to the Walt Disney Company as its senior vice president of marketing. Rood replaces Richard Loomis, who steps down next month after nine years with the Disney Channel. Rood was executive vice president at DC Entertainment from 2010 to 2014 and prior to … Disney Channel names new marketing VP
