Disney Parks Chairman Josh D’Amaro noted the closure of the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser will allow Disney to accelerate ~$150 million in depreciation later this year The Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser, a highly anticipated immersive experience at Walt Disney World, is closing its doors later this year. While no one
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Chris is a Pennsylvania native who escaped the cold and relocated to the Orlando area. Our resident Universal expert, Chris has been visiting the Universal Orlando Resort since the 1990s. Chris is a Universal and Walt Disney World Passholder, and can often be found exploring the parks taking in the sites (and finding new things to write about!).
Disney Cast Member Inspires Young Guest to Fulfill Her Jungle Cruise Dream
A chance encounter aboard the Jungle Cruise inspired a 6-year-old to become a cast member 2006 was a landmark year for young Ashley. Bristling with excitement, the 6-year-old eagerly enjoyed the various Magic Kingdom attractions with her family. It was the Disney vacation kids dream about. A bit of Disney
Disney Parks Chairman Josh D’Amaro says Disney is not interested in Smaller Regional Park Expansion
D’Amaro noted Disney is not planning for regional park expansion at this time during remarks made at the Technology, Media, & Communications Conference When Universal announced the addition of a new park in Frisco, Texas, many Disney fans began to speculate if a smaller, regional version of the Disney experience
Tickets are on sale for Brightline trips between Orlando and South Florida
Passengers can now start to book tickets for Brightline service between Orlando and South Florida. It is very soon going to be easier to travel from the Orlando metro area to southern Florida. Tickets are now on sale for the eagerly awaited Brightline expansion. Related: Tickets and Prices Revealed for
Disney Genie+ Cost Going Up Next Week
Cost of Genie+ expected to increase as Memorial Day approaches Memorial Day Weekend is a 3-day weekend that, for many Americans, marks the start of summer vacation season. Walt Disney World resort is a popular destination for the long weekend, resulting in an increase in crowds across the resort. This
Disney Wins an Award for their Recycling Efforts
Disney recently received an award for their innovative glass recycling efforts at Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground The Disney Company is well known for their conservation efforts. Since 1995, Disney Conservation has directed more than $120 million and the expertise of dedicated teams “to support organizations working with communities to
Universal Celebrates Jurassic Park’s 30th Anniversary with Special Theme Park Experiences
Limited-Time Jurassic Park experiences are coming to Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Hollywood in celebration of the film’s 30th anniversary June 11, 2023 marks the 30th anniversary of the original Jurassic Park film. Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Hollywood are marking the anniversary with special theme park experiences
AdventHealth ER Now Open at Flamingo Crossing Near Disney World
The new AdventHealth ER, located just outside Walt Disney World at Flamingo Crossing, is now open Walt Disney World guests and cast members have a closer venue to seek emergency care. The new AdventHealth ER, located just outside the gates of the Walt Disney World resort in Flamingo Crossing, is
Live Q&A with Disney Parks Chairman Josh D’Amaro at JP Morgan Conference Next Week
Disney Parks Chairman Josh D’Amaro will take part in a live Q&A session during the JP Morgan Conference next week The Walt Disney Company has announced that Disney Parks Chairman Josh D’Amaro will participate in a question-and-answer session at the 51st Annual J.P. Morgan Technology, Media & Communications Conference that
Special Summer Discount for Teachers at Disney Springs Resort Area Hotels
Teachers can enjoy a discount this summer at the Disney Springs Resort Area hotels. The Disney Springs Resort Area Hotels are a collection of 7 hotels conveniently located near Walt Disney World Resort. These hotels offer a variety of spacious accommodations and amenities, as well as transportation to the Walt
Premiere Date Revealed for ‘The Making of The Mandalorian Season 3’ Special on Disney+
Get ready to go behind the scenes with Disney Gallary: The Mandalorian ‘The Making Season 3’ on Disney+ Mando fans, mark Wednesday, June 28 on your calendar as a date to take off of work, pull on your Beskar armor, and nestle in on the couch. Disney Gallary: The Mandalorian
Hong Kong Disneyland to Welcome New Walt & Mickey Dream Makers Statue in October 2023
A new Walt & Mickey Dream Makers Statue is coming to Hong Kong Disneyland later this year No visit to Walt Disney World or Disneyland is complete without a stop at the famous Partners Statue. Installed in 1993 at Disneyland and 1995 at Walt Disney World, the partner’s statue depicts
EPCOT’s Space 220 Restaurant Unveils New Menu Items
Space 220, located near Mission Space in the World Discovery neighborhood of EPCOT, has added new items to its menu Space 220, the space-themed restaurant that opened in 2021 near Mission Space at EPCOT, has expanded its dinner menu with new appetizers, entrees, desserts, and drink options. Related: Behind the
EPCOT’s Eat to the Beat lineup includes Bacon Brothers
The Bacon Brothers, a Duo featuring A-list Hollywood actor Kevin Bacon and Emmy-winning composer Michael Bacon, will play at EPCOT’s Eat to the Beat EPCOT’s Eat to the Beat concert series lineup just gained a ton of additional cool points: The Bacon Brothers will be playing this year. The duo,
