Walt 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 Security Keeps the Flag Flying Over Magic Kingdom

Walt Disney World Resort President Josh D’Amaro took to Instagram this morning to share a look at the daily flag raising that takes place each morning at the Magic Kingdom. D’Amaro shared this poignant message: While our world looks very different today, one thing endures…the American flag still flies over Walt Disney World. I’m inspired Walt Disney World Security Keeps the Flag Flying Over Magic Kingdom