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A bill that has drawn a lot of criticism in Florida recently made its way through Florida’s legislative system.
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What bill is it? What criticism has it drawn? And where does Disney stand in all of this? We’re breaking it down here for you.
We are refraining from starting this article with yet another “We Don’t Talk About Bruno” joke and we’d like a little credit for that. 😂
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Disney’s Encanto has taken the world by storm. “We Don’t Talk About Bruno” charted at number 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, it has 100 million streams on Spotify, and the film is returning to theaters to celebrate its global success. If you’re like us, one of the first things you thought after watching Encanto was, “This could make a great ride in Disney World!” And while the Encanto booth has been a hit at the Festival of the Arts, the movie has the potential to be a much bigger presence in the parks — at least one person seems to think so!
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It’s not really a secret that Disney makes a LOT of money. But exactly how much money they’ve made recently was revealed recently in the Q1 Earnings Call.
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During that report, we learned about the state of the company’s financial situation, some of their plans for future Disney+ projects, and how the Disney streaming services are doing. Disney also addressed one problem that’s been a popular concern lately: the staffing shortages in the theme parks. [Read more…]
Ever look at the bills and credit card statements after your recent Disney World trip and want to cry a little? Well, you’re probably not alone.
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A Disney World trip can be very expensive and it seems like things are only getting pricier! If you feel like you’ve been spending more and more on your Disney trips, you’d be right. Costs for Disney World trips are going UP and now we’ve got an insight as to why.
You may know a lot about the Disney Company’s past, and all of the things that are going on now (in the present), but where will the company be heading in the future?
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We’ve heard some Disney executives discuss things related to NFTs, the metaverse, and other innovations that might be in Disney’s future. Recently Disney’s own CEO shared his thoughts on what the future of the Company could look like and one area where he thinks Disney will truly excel.
Is 2022 going to be a BIG year for Disney? It seems like the answer to that is “yes.”
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We already know about some of the important things taking place this year including D23 Expo, the opening of the Star Wars Hotel, the opening of the Guardians of the Galaxy Coaster, and more. But things are also looking interesting from a financial perspective. The Walt Disney Company recently released its latest earnings report, giving us an inside peek at the Company’s financial situation. Just how are the parks, Disney+, and more doing? Here’s what we’re seeing!
If you’ve found yourself spending a LOT more at Disney Parks recently, you’re not alone, and now we know why.
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Recently, Disney held its first Earnings Call of fiscal year 2022 for the Walt Disney Company, covering their Quarterly Earnings Report from their first quarter. We just learned about the growth of guest spending at Disney Parks, and here’s what you need to know.
We recently reported on the 2021 salaries for Disney CEO Bob Chapek and former CEO Bob Iger.
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According to the report submitted to the Securities and Exchange Commission (which requires the salaries to be released since Disney is a publicly traded company), in 2021 Chapek made $32.46 million, and Iger made $45.9 million. These numbers are more than double the 2020 salaries, which were $14.1 million for Chapek and $21 million for Iger. Why the huge change in salaries? Let’s take a look.
The Walt Disney Company is one of the largest and most recognizable companies in the world, spanning multiple business sectors and earning billions as they continue to rebound from the COVID-19 pandemic.
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As one might expect from a Fortune 500 company, top executives earn a significantly high salary and compensation package. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the 2021 salaries for Disney’s top two execs have been revealed.
To ensure we are equipping our readers with all the information they need, we will continue to report on all travel, safety, and COVID-related news that could impact a Disney Parks visit.
It has been a complex few years for the world and for the Walt Disney Company.
Disney took a big hit during the closure of the parks.
When the theme parks closed, the company suffered greatly due to the loss of a major source of income. Things have improved a bit, with officials saying in the past that the “Full-Blown Explosive Pandemic Phase” is over. But, there are still concerns as the counties Disney World is in were moved back into the “high” risk level. So, Could the Disney parks close again? Let’s break it down.
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