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Bob Iger Admits Disney’s Theme Park “Pricing Initiatives Were Alienating”

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If you’ve been hit by a Disney World vacation bill that nearly made you cry or ever priced out a dream trip and thought “I can’t afford that!”, you’re probably not alone.

Magic Kingdom

Disney World vacations can be incredibly expensive. Now, that doesn’t mean you can’t have a great Disney trip on a budget — we’ve shared a number of resources and posts that can help you plan a magical vacation for MUCH less. But, given recent ticket price increases, the surge pricing associated with Genie+, and ever-increasing snack costs, you may still feel a bit of Disney sticker shock. So how does Disney’s current CEO, Bob Iger, feel about the increasing prices in the parks? We just got an answer.

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CEO Bob Iger Answers a Key Question About His Future With Disney

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Bob Iger returned as Disney’s CEO in November 2022 with a 2-year term and a clear mandate — reorganize the Company for success and find someone else to succeed you as CEO.

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Since that time, we’ve already seen Iger make some big moves. Certain executives have left the company, a massive restructuring was recently announced, Iger has expressed that he is really focused on making streaming profitable, and layoffs and other cost-cutting measures are on the way. But if you, like many others, have wondered just whether 2 years will be enough for Iger to do what he wants and if he’ll stay longer, there’s an update you need to know about.

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Disney’s New Tinker Bell Loungefly Backpack Lights Up

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Okay, where are our Loungefly fans at? Those mini backpacks are incredibly popular because they can hold your essentials AND let you rep some of our favorite Disney characters, movies, and more.

Loungefly bags

We’ve seen some gorgeous bags recently, including a bag dedicated to Disney fireworks, a bag with one of our favorite Marvel couples, and a bag dedicated to the animated feature Peter Pan. Now, we’ve spotted two MORE Loungefly bags that you might need to add to your must-have list.

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Tour the NEW Drury Plaza Hotel Near Disney World With Us!

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Heading to Disney World soon? You’ll need to decide where to stay during your vacation!

Drury Plaza Hotel

Lots of guests opt to stay at one of the Disney-owned hotels, which have perks like free transportation to and from the parks and fun Disney theming. However, those hotels are generally more expensive than the non-Disney hotels you can find nearby. Come with us to explore the Drury Plaza Hotel — a non-Disney-owned hotel that’s still close to the parks and offers many of the same perks found at those Disney resorts! [Read more…]

Love Disney Snacks? Don’t Forget to Do THIS Before Your Next Trip!

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If you’re looking to SAVE on your food at Disney World, we’ve got a deal you need to know about!

Terralina Crafted Italian

Let’s be real, Disney food can be very expensive. We’ve shared a post before about the BEST snacks for every budget and a whole post dedicated to the SNEAKY ways you can save money in the Most Magical Place on Earth. But if you’re looking to save on your meal right now there’s an important thing you need to know about and it serves as a good reminder of a potential way you could save some cash or get unique snacks on future trips!

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YOU Could Get a Unique Souvenir Signed By a Celebrity in EPCOT!

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Did you know that many celebrities love Disney as much as we do? In fact, we’ve spotted a few at Disney World over the years!

La Cava del Tequila

Celebrities often make appearances at EPCOT’s Candlelight Processional during the holidays, and occasionally, celebrities may design special merchandise or even DRINKS for the resort. However, one popular Disney-loving celebrity has signed some SPECIAL souvenirs at EPCOT and YOU might be able to get one.

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Disney100 Coach Bags Now Available Online!

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Need a new bag to use while in the parks or just want to bring some Disney fun to your bag collection at home? Bags can be a great gift to get someone (or yourself!) because they offer a fun design but are also useful.

Behold: the wall of purses!

From Loungefly backpacks to Stoney Clover Lane fanny packs and Dooney and Bourke bags, there are a LOT of options out there. But if you’re a particular fan of COACH as a brand or really want to celebrate Disney’s 100th Anniversary in a unique way, there’s one collection you cannot miss.

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Massive CHANGE From Disney CEO Bob Iger Seeks to Fix a Chapek “Mistake”

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Now that Bob Iger is back as CEO of the Walt Disney Company — he has a long road ahead of him to “set the strategic direction” as he was tasked with.

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That strategic redirection includes a massive overhaul of the company’s structure, which many expected, but what that new structure would look like remained unclear — until recently. Disney held its first company earnings call since Iger’s return, and he declared out with the old and in with the new — effective immediately.

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Avoid THESE Disney Restaurants If You Have Anxiety

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Disney World — it can be full of joy, happiness, and fun. But it can also be full of stress and anxiety.

The Grey Stuff on a Chocolate Tart

If you are a naturally anxious person or find certain things (like crowded areas or loud spaces) to be particularly anxiety-inducing, there are some extra steps you’ll want to take in Disney World, like potentially avoiding certain rides, shows, or dining locations. We’ve shared a look at Disney World changes that cause you anxiety and places to escape in Magic Kingdom when your anxiety is through the roof, but now we’re taking a deep dive into the restaurants you’ll want to AVOID if you have anxiety.

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“We Thought We Made the Right Decision” — Disney CEO Bob Iger Comments on Bob Chapek Selection

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November 2022 brought sudden DRASTIC changes to the Disney Company.

Bob Chapek and Bob Iger©CNBC

Bob Chapek was swiftly removed as CEO and Bob Iger returned to the position. Since that time we’ve seen a lot about what led to Chapek’s removal and what Iger felt about certain decisions Chapek had made. But now we’ve heard even more from Iger himself about the decision to pick Chapek as his successor.

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