Disney is no stranger to special anniversaries. Having just wrapped up the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World, the company now readies itself for yet another special event. In July of 1998 (about three months after Animal Kingdom opened…for those keeping track), the Disney company also embarked on a new business venture: launching a cruise line. At that point, however, ...
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New Character Meet and Greet Debuts at Walt Disney World
This year marks the 25th anniversary of Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Walt Disney World’s fourth gate debuted on Earth Day in 1998 and has remained an Orlando staple ever since. Walt Disney World introduced the Tree of Life cupcake, special anniversary merchandise, and a new character meet-and-greet as part of the festivities. Fans of Disney’s 2016 animated film, Moana, will finally ...
Read More »‘The Mandalorian’ Has Changed Disney Character Standards Overnight
“The Mandalorian” has become a fan-favorite Star Wars show, with “Baby Yoda” taking over the internet, merchandise, and the Disney theme parks. And with the release of “The Mandalorian” season 3 finale this week on Disney+, it seems Disney has changed its character conventions overnight – so just how will this affect the Disney Parks? (Beware, if you haven’t seen the ...
Read More »One of Disney World’s Best Character Dining Experiences Is Still Unavailable
The Walt Disney World Resort, just like the real world, is a much different place after the pandemic altered many aspects of the “The Most Magical Place on Earth” in 2020. In the years since Disney Parks and Resorts began their phased reopenings, we have seen most experiences return. As of this writing, many of Disney’s most popular attractions, restaurants, ...
Read More »Disney World Is Updating One of Its Most Underrated Character Dining Experiences
You probably know all of the most popular character dining experiences at Walt Disney World, but one underrated spot is preparing to reveal some major changes. For many Guests, character dining is a must-do during a Walt Disney World vacation. By booking a reservation for a character dining experience, Guests are able to enjoy a delicious meal while meeting at ...
Read More »After More Than Three Years, This Beloved Disney Dining Experience Is Finally Returning
The Walt Disney World Resort is a different place than it was three years ago. When the COVID-19 pandemic changed the world as we knew it, Disney World (along with most everything else) closed to comply with health and safety guidance at the time. In the years since reopening, we have seen most areas of the Resort return to normal, ...
Read More »Julie Andrews Makes Debut In Hit Show ‘Ted Lasso’
“Shut up!” (As Princess Mia would say). It seems the whole world is waiting for Disney, Anne Hathaway, and Dame Julie Andrews to confirm The Princess Diaries 3. And while we speculate about what comes next for Princess Mia, Queen Clarisse, and Genovia, it seems Julie Andrews is making an impact on the hit Apple TV comedy show Ted Lasso. It ...
Read More »Minnie Mouse to Debut a New Look in 2024
One of Disney’s most iconic fashionistas, Minnie Mouse, has impressed Guests with several iconic looks over the years, and the next revamp of her wardrobe is set to debut next year. Minnie’s style has evolved so much since her debut alongside Mickey Mouse in Steamboat Willie (1928). And while she is usually seen sporting her iconic red dress with white ...
Read More »I’m Not Crying, You’re Crying: Sad Disney Movie Scenes
For Disney movie lovers, there is nothing like snagging a bag of popcorn and chilling out for a Disney movie marathon. There are plenty of high points that we all love. Snow White and Prince Charming riding off on a white horse, Moana restoring the heart of Te Fiti, and Carl Fredrickson bestowing the Ellie pin to Russell are just ...
Read More »OpEd: Disney World Needs to Reprise Its Own Version of Mickey’s Toontown
Mickey Mouse will forever be immortalized as the iconic founding Character behind Walt Disney Entertainment. Even with the Company’s growth and incorporation of many other beloved Characters over the last century, Mickey Mouse remains the very face—and ears—of what we all immediately think of when we think about Disney. Therefore, it only seems fitting that Disney Parks and Resorts the ...
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