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New Filing Shows Increase in Disney Cast Member Layoffs in 2021
In a filing to the US Securities and Exchange Commission on Wednesday, the Walt Disney Company shared its intention to layoff 32,000 cast members by the end of March of 2021 as the coronavirus pandemic continues to take a toll on its theme parks and resorts, among its other lines of business. The Walt Disney … New Filing Shows Increase in Disney Cast Member Layoffs in 2021
Theme Park Capacity Feels Different in the COVID-19 Era
Like many Disney fans, I spend a lot of time scrolling on social media – probably more than I should, ahem – for the latest and greatest on what’s happening in the Disney theme parks. This year, as we all know, has been quite different from anything that any of us are accustomed to seeing, … Theme Park Capacity Feels Different in the COVID-19 Era
Disney Parks Capacity Increase & Other Key Takeaways from Q4 Earnings Call
Thursday afternoon, The Walt Disney Company released its earnings report for the 4th fiscal quarter of 2020 (ending October 3, 2020), showing revenue down 23% and income down 82% over last year for the quarter. Diluted earnings per share decreased 65%. Below are some of the most important items to note from the call. You … Disney Parks Capacity Increase & Other Key Takeaways from Q4 Earnings Call
Disneyland Cancels Resort Hotel Reservations Through December 31st
Ever since Disneyland announced that they would not be reopening on July 17th as they’d originally planned, they have been announcing hotel reservation cancellations weekly. Last week, Disneyland Resort hotel reservations were cancelled through November 21st. Today, we were informed that Disneyland is sending emails to guests with hotel reservations through December 31, 2020 advising … Disneyland Cancels Resort Hotel Reservations Through December 31st
News of Pfizer Vaccine Success Sends Disney Stock Soaring
It has been a rough year for Disney theme parks and they have taken a huge hit when it comes to their financial bottom line. Tens of thousands of cast members have been laid off as Disneyland, Disney Cruise Line, and Adventures by Disney have not been in operation since March. Related: Learn how you … News of Pfizer Vaccine Success Sends Disney Stock Soaring
French President Imposes Nationwide Lockdown Including Disneyland Paris
On Wednesday afternoon, French President Emmanuel Macron imposed a new nationwide lockdown as the country’s coronavirus cases continue to surge. Prior to its reopening on July 15th, Disneyland Paris had been closed for four months due to the COVID-19 pandemic and surrounding spread. Due to the wave of coronavirus that is impacting France and much … French President Imposes Nationwide Lockdown Including Disneyland Paris
Free Wonders of the Lodge Tours No Longer Offered
The Wonders of the Lodge was a free informational tour that has been offered for years at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge. The tour lasted approximately one hour and the guide would provide historical artifacts, architecture, and artwork as you walked all around the Resort. Unfortunately, as part of the cutbacks we’ve been seeing due to the … Free Wonders of the Lodge Tours No Longer Offered
New Announcement Playing in the Disney Parks
On the heels of the new sign that appeared throughout Walt Disney World property over the weekend that clearly states that guests who do not comply with the face mask policy will be asked to leave, the in-park announcement has now been modified to reinforce the signage. The new safety reminder announcement states: Thank you … New Announcement Playing in the Disney Parks
Disney Announces Major Reorganization of Entertainment Divisions
On Monday afternoon, The Walt Disney Company announced a major restructuring of its media and entertainment divisions in order to put themselves in a better position for their direct-to-consumer approach. The strategic reorganization will centralize its creative media into a single organization responsible for content distribution, ad sales, and Disney+. The global COVID-19 pandemic has … Disney Announces Major Reorganization of Entertainment Divisions
Orange County, FL Mayor Announces Millions Left in CARES Act; Portal to Reopen Next Week
In an effort to share everything we can that could help laid off Walt Disney World cast members, a bit of news came out this afternoon that some may find helpful. During a news conference earlier today, Mayor Jerry Demings stated that Orange County residents will have another chance to apply for assistance via the … Orange County, FL Mayor Announces Millions Left in CARES Act; Portal to Reopen Next Week
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