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Disney Receives 17 Oscar Nominations

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has revealed the nominees for the 91st Annual Oscars. Disney releases earned a combined total of 17 Oscar nominations in all, including four nominations for Mary Poppins Returns along with nods for both Incredibles 2 and Ralph Breaks the Internet as best Animated Feature Film. The awards Disney Receives 17 Oscar Nominations

3 Dates Announced for 2019 Delicious Disney Fine Dining Series

The Delicious Disney Chef Series — Storytelling with Food, fine dining events that celebrate the culinary skills of some of the Walt Disney World Resort’s most talented chefs, has announced three upcoming event nights. All three dinners will be held at Markham’s at Golden Oak; Golden Oak is Disney’s upscale residential community featuring homes in 3 Dates Announced for 2019 Delicious Disney Fine Dining Series

New Details Released on Restaurants, Transportation, Reservations for Disney’s Riviera Resort

Disney’s Riviera Resort is now accepting room-only and package reservations for stays beginning December 16, 2019. This new Resort will be the 15th Disney Vacation Club resort and will immerse guests “in the grandeur and enchantment of the European Riviera.” The deluxe resort is slated to offer approximately 300 family-friendly vacation homes, including deluxe studios, New Details Released on Restaurants, Transportation, Reservations for Disney’s Riviera Resort

Port Canaveral Documents May Reveal Project Name for New Disney Cruise Line Ships

In a agenda posted recently, the Canaveral Port Authority revealed what appears to be the project name or class for the three new Disney Cruise Line ships that will set sail starting in 2021. In support documents related to a discussion on “Waterside Engineering Design,” Port Canaveral refers to a vessel as “Disney Triton.” Port Port Canaveral Documents May Reveal Project Name for New Disney Cruise Line Ships

Lee Unkrich Leaving Pixar Animation Studios After 25 Years

After 25 years of making magic on the screen through incredible stories that we all know and love, Lee Unkrich has announced that he’s leaving Pixar for “new adventures.” After twenty-five incredible years, I’ve decided to leave Pixar. The time has come for new adventures. pic.twitter.com/0KZyHXhs8L — Lee Unkrich (@leeunkrich) January 18, 2019 This departure Lee Unkrich Leaving Pixar Animation Studios After 25 Years

Magic Kingdom Offering Special Treats for Mickey and Minnie’s Surprise Celebration

Mickey and Minnie’s Surprise Celebration kicks off today at the Magic Kingdom, and along with the new entertainment and merchandise options, the Walt Disney World chefs have created some special treats for the occasion. The Mickey Burger Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe will once again be serving this special burger. The angus burger is topped with Magic Kingdom Offering Special Treats for Mickey and Minnie’s Surprise Celebration

Disney’s Riviera Resort Will Be Open for Reservations Later This Month

Construction at Disney’s Riviera Resort is on-track, with the resort set to open this fall, so very soon guests will be able to make rental reservations for the newest Walt Disney World hotel! Disney’s Rivera Resort is the 15th Disney Vacation Club property and offers “the grandeur of Europe combined with the magic of Disney.” Disney’s Riviera Resort Will Be Open for Reservations Later This Month

Disney Cruise Line to Raise Recommended Gratuity for Dining and Stateroom Crew

Disney Cruise Line‘s crew plays a vital role in providing world-class service to guests aboard their ships. To recognize their hard work, beginning January 19, 2019, the recommended gratuity guidelines will be increased for select positions. “The recommended increase is $0.50 per passenger/per day for the Dining Room Service Team and Stateroom Host/Hostess. The total Disney Cruise Line to Raise Recommended Gratuity for Dining and Stateroom Crew