Disney World Articles and News Stories


Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort Announce Modified Plan for Annual Passholders

UPDATE 04/16/20: For Annual Passholders that wish to receive a refund on the unused portion of their pass, rather than extension, Disney has released information on how to request that refund. Walt Disney World Resort Annual Passholders should call VIPASSHOLDER Support at (407) 939-7277. Disneyland Resort Annual Passholders should call Annual Passport Member Services at Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort Announce Modified Plan for Annual Passholders

Disney to Furlough Some Disney Parks Cast Members Starting April 19

The Walt Disney Company has announced that they will furlough non-essential executive, salaried, and non-union hourly Cast Members in domestic parks starting April 19th. Eligible Cast Members will continue to receive will healthcare benefits. “The COVID-19 pandemic is having a devastating impact on our world with untold suffering and loss, and has required all of Disney to Furlough Some Disney Parks Cast Members Starting April 19

Walt Disney World Theme Parks to Close, Disney Cruise Line to Suspend Sailings

A spokesperson for The Walt Disney Company has confirmed that Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Paris Resort will be closing their theme parks at the end of business on March 15. Disney Cruise Line ships will also suspend their sailings. The closures are expected to last through the end of March. The statement from Walt Disney World Theme Parks to Close, Disney Cruise Line to Suspend Sailings