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FL Judge Rejects Disney’s Bid to Dismiss State Lawsuit Filed by Oversight District

On Friday, a Florida judge denied Disney’s request to dismiss the state lawsuit filed in May 2023 by the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District (CFTOD). Florida Governor Ron DeSantis hand-picked the five board members to oversee Walt Disney World’s functions previously managed by the [now dissolved] Reedy Creek Improvement District. Remembering that this state-level case FL Judge Rejects Disney’s Bid to Dismiss State Lawsuit Filed by Oversight District

New Marquee & More Added to Tiana’s Palace at Disneyland

Friday afternoon, Disneyland shared a new image of Tiana’s Palace restaurant showing new progress on the rooftop. The upcoming dining location received its marquee, wheelhouse, and two smokestacks topped with crown-shaped flourishes, which give the restaurant its unique shape inspired by Disney Animation’s The Princess and the Frog. Tiana’s Palace is in the same location New Marquee & More Added to Tiana’s Palace at Disneyland

New Details on Hatbox Ghost & More to Celebrate ‘Haunted Mansion’ Release

There isn’t a better place to celebrate the release of Disney’s new Haunted Mansion film than at a Disney theme park. Disney has announced even more entertaining ways that guests can experience Haunted Mansion for a limited time. Hatbox Ghost Coming to Walt Disney World Resort Later this year at the Walt Disney World Resort, one of New Details on Hatbox Ghost & More to Celebrate ‘Haunted Mansion’ Release

Disney Lays Out Opposition Against DeSantis’ Motion to Dismiss Federal Court Case

On Wednesday, July 26, 2023, Walt Disney Parks and Resorts filed its official opposition to Florida Governor Ron DeSantis’ motion to dismiss its federal lawsuit against him and Central Florida Tourism Oversight District board members. Disney council was clear in its rebuttal, “This case presents the fundamental question whether the Governor and the State can Disney Lays Out Opposition Against DeSantis’ Motion to Dismiss Federal Court Case

New Food & Alcoholic Beverages Coming to Select Disneyland Eateries

Beginning September 12, Carnation Café, River Belle Terrace, and Café Orleans at the Disneyland Resort will add new dishes to their menus. In addition to new food items, wine, beer, specialty cocktails, and non-alcoholic beverages will be joining the lineup. This update marks the first time that alcoholic beverages will be served at these restaurants. New Food & Alcoholic Beverages Coming to Select Disneyland Eateries

Central FL Tourism Oversight District Proposes Tax Cuts for Disney & Surrounding Areas

On Wednesday, District Administrator Glenton Gilzean presented the FY2024 budget to the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District Board, proposing significant property tax cuts. Specifically, the cut would reduce the current millage rate by nearly 7 percent without impacting core programs that serve the community. According to Gilzean, the rate cut is possible “because of the Central FL Tourism Oversight District Proposes Tax Cuts for Disney & Surrounding Areas

Disney’s Happiest Haunts Guided Tour Returns to Disneyland in 2023

Disneyland has announced that the Happiest Haunts Guided Tour is returning during the Halloween season this year. Participants in the tour can enjoy spooky tales, a Halloween treat, and catch some villainous visions and haunting tunes from a special viewing area during Halloween Screams, a nighttime spectacular. Disney’s Happiest Haunts Guided Tour includes: A theme Disney’s Happiest Haunts Guided Tour Returns to Disneyland in 2023