AUTHOR: Tom Bell
Earffel Tower being removed from Hollywood Studios
Walt Disney World has confirmed that tbe iconic “Earffel Tower”, a water tower with huge Mickey Mouse ears, will be removed as Disney’s Hollywood Studios begins construction on two new areas themed to Star Wars and Toy Story. Disney will also close the Honey I Shrunk the Kids Movie Set Adventure, the Monsters Inc. meet … Earffel Tower being removed from Hollywood Studios
Lights, Motors, Action! Extreme Stunt Show to close
Disney has announced that the final day for the Lights, Motors, Action! Extreme Stunt Show at Disney’s Hollywood Studios will be April 2, 2016. The show, along with nearby areas around the Streets of America, will be closed to make way for new lands coming to the theme park, including areas themed to both Star … Lights, Motors, Action! Extreme Stunt Show to close
Disney World ticket scammer faces the judge
One of three suspects charged with reselling used Walt Disney World tickets to an Osceola County detective and deputy faced the judge on Thursday. Karrie Michelle Geith, along with Brett Snyder and Nola Davila, were arrested for unlawful sale of multi-day event tickets. The three were at a ticket counter in a convenience store on … Disney World ticket scammer faces the judge
Disney World to hire additional personnel to replace private security
When metal detectors were put into place at Walt Disney World parks about a month ago, they were operated by a private security firm. WFTV has discovered that Disney is now hiring and training new security Cast Members to replace the private firm, which will give them more control over background checks and how the … Disney World to hire additional personnel to replace private security
Opening date set for Shanghai Disneyland
The Shanghai Disney Resort, a joint venture between the Walt Disney Company and the Shanghai Shendi Group, will open to guests on June 16, 2016 after a multi-day grand opening event. The new resort will be located in the Pudong District of Shanghai and will feature classic Disney storytelling woven with experiences tailored for China. … Opening date set for Shanghai Disneyland
Disneyland Reveals New Look Coming to Rivers of America
The DisneyParks Blog has released an artist’s rendering of what the recently closed Rivers of America might look like when it reopens in 2017. The Blog highlights the elevated wooden trestle that the Disneyland Railroad will be traveling on as it crosses the north end of Tom Sawyer Island. The sketch also includes the Mark … Disneyland Reveals New Look Coming to Rivers of America
Small fire at Paradise Pier Hotel restaurant
The pizza oven at the PCH Grill inside the Paradise Pier Hotel at the Disneyland Resort was the spot of a small fire this weekend. The blaze broke out in an exhaust vent just before noon on Sunday, but was extinguished in less than 20 minutes. Traffic in the area was affected for 45 minutes, … Small fire at Paradise Pier Hotel restaurant
Disney seeks permission from the FAA to use drones
The Walt Disney Co. has filed for an exception with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) that would allow them to use drones over their U.S. theme parks. The application, which was filed back in October, mentions safety precautions and planned uses, which would include fireworks. The “Flixel” machines mentioned in the application, include “advanced control … Disney seeks permission from the FAA to use drones
ILM working on a boat ride for Star Wars Land?
Reports are coming out of this week’s Consumer Electronica Show (CES) in Las Vegas that Industrial Light & Magic is working with Walt Disney Imagineering on a boat ride that would include a giant projection screen and precision controlled boats. ILM was the visual effects group created by George Lucas, which Disney now owns due … ILM working on a boat ride for Star Wars Land?
Disneyland Diamond Anniversary special to air on ABC
ABC has announced a new special celebrating Disneyland’s 60th anniversary. “The Wonderful World of Disney: Disneyland 60” is scheduled to air Sunday, February 21st at 8pm (Eastern). The special will be a star-studded event filmed at the Dolby Theater in Hollywood and at select locations in Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure, plus highlights from … Disneyland Diamond Anniversary special to air on ABC
