food IS a theme park
If you’ve been sharing a Disney+ password, Disney is coming for you.
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During the 2024 3Q earnings call, The Walt Disney Company confirmed that its long-promised crackdown on password sharing for Disney+ and Hulu will be rolling out in September.
Disney is having attendance issues with its U.S. parks, but the company seems unconcerned.
Storm clouds over the Magic Kingdom…
On August 7th, the Walt Disney Company released its latest earnings report. Disney Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Hugh Johnston appeared on CNBC’s well-known Squawk Box program to discuss the report. During a wide-ranging interview that touched on subjects ranging from streaming to theatrical films to the upcoming sports bundle Venu service, the executive made some interesting comments about the company’s domestic theme park business.
Heads up Halloween fans, you’ve got to get to Disney’s online shop ASAP.
This is Halloween
Spooky season is one of the most popular at Disney, and in-turn each year’s line of Halloween merchandise is some of Disney’s most popular. This year, Disney has teamed with one of their regular brand partners for something quite special.
EVERYone loves Gideon’s cookies!
Gideon’s
The rich, famous, and influential – – from politicians and royalty to rock stars and Hollywood icons – – have been visiting Disney’s theme parks since Disneyland opened back in 1955. However, it’s admittedly not that often we see one of the most famous faces in the country chow down on one of the resort’s trademark desserts for all to see.
It’s snack time!
Disney Springs
It’s no secret that Walt Disney World is a bastion of delicious snacks. Between the resort’s 4 theme parks, resort hotels, water parks, and a major shopping center, there are almost too many options to wrap your head around. However, our favorite under-the-radar option may be located at Disney Springs.
Every week, we report the average Disney World wait times in every park so that you can be prepared for your next trip to Orlando! This week saw an interesting pattern develop, and we need to talk about it.
EPCOT
Three of Disney World’s four theme parks — Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom, and Hollywood Studios — all saw their average wait times decrease over the past week. However, Disney World’s fourth theme park — EPCOT — saw wait times go up? Is this an effect of the new Lighting Lane Multi Pass system?
MAJOR changes are coming to Spirit Airlines!
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Spirit Airlines, one of America’s most popular discount airlines, has announced some huge changes to its fare structure that potential passengers need to be aware of. For years, Spirit has relied on “rock bottom” fares that are cheap and allow passengers to purchase additional services like snacks, checked bags, and Wi-Fi a la carte. However, that’s changing.
Layoffs have hit Disney once again.
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On Wednesday, July 31st, Disney announced a massive round of layoffs. The cuts will affect roughly 140 employees – – or 2% of the company’s workforce – – across the television division according to Variety.
Let the holiday countdown begin!
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It’s never too early to start planning ahead for the holiday season, and we’ve found the most adorable new Funko item on Amazon that will surely be a must-have this Christmas season.
Two Disney World hotels just received a MAJOR honor.
Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin
Located near Disney World’s popular EPCOT park, the Swan & Dolphin resorts have been two of the most unique hotels on Disney World property since they opened back in 1990. From the architecture to the unique distinction of being the only third-party-owned hotel located within the heart of Disney World, this resort is special. Now, the iconic pair of hotels have been awarded a tremendous industry honor.
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