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This Disney Park Has Been Closed Since Halloween

Mickey Mouse appears a bit dizzy, cartoon stars swirling above his head, as he joins other beloved Disney characters posing in front of the iconic castle at Shanghai Disneyland.

Disney vacations are full of new experiences, fun adventures, and that one-of-a-kind Disney magic. Upon visiting a Disney Park, Guests would never think they would end up trapped inside. But at Shanghai Disney Resort a couple of weeks ago, that’s precisely what happened. RELATED: Guests Are Noticing More Ride Breakdowns Than Usual at Disney Parks On October 31, around 11:39 ...

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The Legendary Career of Imagineer Tony Baxter

Imagineerer Tony Baxter

If the Disney Parks had a Mount Rushmore, clearly Walt Disney and Roy Disney would make up half of it. But who would be the other two figures? Some of the early Imagineers who helped invent the Parks would certainly be in consideration, like John Hench, Marc Davis, or Mary Blair. Or perhaps Joe Rohde, the Imagineer whose singular vision ...

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Should Disney Employees Prepare for Another Round of Layoffs?

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Yesterday evening, the Walt Disney Company released its Q4 Earnings Report for the end of the 2022 fiscal year and held its yearly Quarterly Earnings Call to discuss the revenue figures. It’s no secret that Disney’s finances have been rising, and now that the Earnings Report has been released, Guests can pinpoint where and why. RELATED: Disney CEO Bob Chapek ...

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Disney Legend Alice Davis Passes Away at 93

On the left, Alice Davis reviews her iconic costume sketches; on the right, she stands at Disneyland alongside her artwork and Mickey Mouse, celebrating her imaginative legacy in Disney parks.

We are sad to share the news that Disney Legend, and renowned costume designer, Alice Davis, has passed away at 93 years of age. Alice Davis is perhaps most known for her work in costuming, in which she created over 150 individual costumes for Audio-Animatronics dolls on “its a small world.” Throughout her career with Disney she worked on several ...

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Learn The Backstories Behind Every Walt Disney World Roller Coaster

Mickey Mouse greets guests beside an iconic Disney World roller coaster mountain, as a nearby family laughs together on a whimsical airplane-themed ride.

Roller coasters might just be the most popular amusement park attraction in the entire world. Dating back to the days of the first parks in New York’s Coney Island, roller coasters have always been high-speed, high-thrill attractions that serve as preeminent draws to hard-working people just looking to let their hair down and have a good time. Traditionally, though, roller ...

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What Is The Reedy Creek Improvement District and Why Does It Matter?

Mickey Mouse greets guests in front of the Reedy Creek Improvement District sign at Disney World, surrounded by vibrant red flowers that capture the playful spirit and magical atmosphere of Reedy Creek.

If you’re a fan of Disney Parks (and especially of Walt Disney World), then you’ve doubtless heard a lot of talk lately about the Reedy Creek Improvement District. After Disney CEO Bob Chapek took a public stance against Florida’s notorious “Don’t Say Gay” bill, Governor Ron DeSantis and his Republican legislature sought revenge against the company by dissolving the Reedy ...

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Disney’s Minnie Van Service Just Got an Exciting New Upgrade

Minnie Vans decorated with red and white polka dots parked at Walt Disney World, with Minnie Mouse posing proudly in front.

Getting around the Walt Disney World Resort is easy thanks to complimentary transportation between each Disney Resort, the theme parks, water parks, and Disney Springs, with buses, boats, monorails, and the Disney Skyliner making up an impressive transit fleet. For Guests looking for more direct transportation options, Disney’s Minnie Van service offers a private ride-share in style through a collaboration ...

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Special 50th Anniversary Perk to Continue Through 2023 at Walt Disney World

Mickey Mouse, Minnie, Goofy, and other beloved Disney characters gather in front of Cinderella Castle as Tinker Bell soars overhead under clear blue skies. The magic stretches into the night with dazzling experiences during Disney World’s Extended Evening Hours.

Guests visiting Walt Disney World have enjoyed special perks, entertainment, treats, merchandise, and more all in celebration of the Resort’s 50th anniversary which kicked off on October 1, 2021. The 18-month celebration is set to conclude at the end of March 2023, and with it will go many of the special offerings introduced just for the event (but don’t worry, ...

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Galaxy’s Edge, Galactic Starcruiser & the Limits of Immersion

Galaxy’s Edge adventure at Disney Parks, an immersive Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser hotel suite, and Mickey and Minnie Mouse—decked out for travel—preparing for their magical Disney vacation.

When Universal Orlando opened The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade at Universal’s Islands of Adventure in 2014, the opening shot was fired in a new battle between the world’s biggest theme park companies. Universal would spend the next decade fighting back-and-forth with the Walt Disney Company over which Park could create the most intricate, ornate, fan-desired new land ...

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Price for Disney Genie+ at Walt Disney World Continues to Increase

A family at Walt Disney World checks their phones near the Lightning Lane and Standby Entrance signs, chatting about Disney Genie+ pricing as they strategize which iconic attractions to enjoy next, determined to maximize their magical Disney day.

Prices have been going up all over Disney Parks and Resorts this week, with some of the most noticeable impacts being on Disneyland Resort theme park tickets, which increased by nearly 10% depending on the date, and food and beverage pricing across Walt Disney World. Once your theme park tickets are purchased, you may want to look into adding Disney ...

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