It’s hard to believe a time before Blizzard Beach or Typhoon Lagoon ever existed at Walt Disney World. But there was… River Country Water Park Opened in 1976, Disney’s River Country Water Park was the first water Park at Disney World. It quickly became a beloved destination and a popular attraction for families seeking a fun day in the sun. ...
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Disney Stock Drops After Bad News
Stock in the Walt Disney Company has been a wild ride over the past few years. It reached all-time highs in 2021 and then faced massive sell-offs. Although many people criticized Bob Chapek’s running as CEO when he took over in February 2020, the stock price today is similar. When Chapek left, it sat at $91.80; today, it sits at ...
Read More »New Merch Collection Announced for Disney’s 100
As the Walt Disney Company continues to celebrate its 100th anniversary, it introduces new merchandise for Disney-loving fans. As part of the Disney Decades collection, this 50s-inspired selection of bags, plush, and accessories celebrates the films of the 1950s. Similar to the 20s collection that featured Steamboat Willie, the 30s collection with Clarabelle Cow and Horace Horsecollar, and the 40s ...
Read More »Line-Cutting Turns Bloody at Disney’s Magic Kingdom
Recently there seem to be several physical altercations between Park Guests at Walt Disney World Resort. This particular fight, like the others, results from alleged line-cutting while waiting for Disney Park attractions. RELATED: Woman Bites Off Piece of Disney Guest’s Finger Over Fireworks The Original Incident The incident happened in the queue for the Seven Dwarfs Mine Train at the Magic ...
Read More »Former Disney Imagineer Proposes New Disney World Lands
Walt Disney World has announced several confirmed projects coming to its many theme parks over the next few years. However, there have also been rumors and dreams of Disney fans circulating. RELATED: Does Moana Really Belong in Disney’s Animal Kingdom? A Case for DinoLand U.S.A. DinoLand Going Away It has already been confirmed that Zootopia and Moana-themed experiences will have an increased presence ...
Read More »Disney World’s Best Resort Pools
Walt Disney World has over 50 pools among its many resorts. However, most people may think of Typhoon Lagoon or Blizzard Beach as the best places to cool off on property. But it’s important to remember that some Resort hotels have amazing pools with slides, sprinklers, and splash pads. RELATED: Popular Disney Resort Water Slide to Close in January Every Resort ...
Read More »Florida Targets Disney’s Monorail
The ongoing battle between the State of Florida/Governor Ron DeSantis, and The Walt Disney Company/Bob Iger has reached a new chapter. This one goes after the Walt Disney World monorail system. Monorail Inspections Governor Ron DeSantis had previously mentioned monorail inspections coming to Disney World, but it wasn’t official until yesterday, May 11, 2023. The new bill (HB 1305), passed ...
Read More »Refurb Underway at Disney’s EPCOT
The Walt Disney World Resort always has a ride, restaurant, Resort hotel, or something else being refurbished. It can be disappointing when it ends up being something that affects your vacation such as a refurb of Splash Mountain at the Magic Kingdom or the Tower of Terror at Hollywood Studios. However, it’s Disney’s dedication to upkeep that makes it a ...
Read More »Disney Dealt Another Massive Blow
Disney isn’t having the most magical year so far. Its last animated movie, Strange World (2022), was a flop. There’s the ongoing battle between Disney and DeSantis in Florida. A writers’ strike is halting creative production. And let’s not forget the thousands of layoffs happening across the company, including at Walt Disney World and Disneyland. Now, to add another crisis ...
Read More »Disney/DeSantis Feud May Benefit Disney Guests
It’s no secret that over the past year, there has been a lot of bad blood between The Walt Disney Company and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis. RELATED: Disney’s Bob Iger Threatens Florida The Background The feud began when Florida passed the Parental Rights in Education Bill, and then Disney CEO Bob Chapek spoke out against it (after remaining silent). The back ...
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