Members phkrause Posted September 10, 2023 Members Share Posted September 10, 2023 Disney: New Country Bear Jamboree coming, DinoLand going away A revamping of Magic Kingdom’s Country Bear Jamboree and the replacement of DinoLand USA at Animal Kingdom were among the Walt Disney World announcements Saturday morning. https://www.orlandosentinel.com/2023/09/09/disney-d23-new-country-bear-jamboree-dinoland-closing-moana-test-track/? Quote phkrause Obstinacy is a barrier to all improvement. - ChL 60 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted April 28 Author Members Share Posted April 28 🏰 Disney dos and don'ts Photo illustration: Sarah Grillo/Axios. Photo: Bryan R. Smith/AFP via Getty Images If a trip to Disney World in Florida is in your future, Axios editor Ashley May has a few tips and tricks to help your vacation dreams come true. I'm a periodic parkgoer but not a Disney diehard. I traveled with a group of nine, ages 4 to 80. We visited a park each day, Ashley writes. 🧳 Best item packed: Brita Filtered Water Bottles from Walmart. 🧒 Best kid experiences: Cinderella's Royal Table (lots of princess meet-and-greets) and Savi's Workshop's lightsaber experience (yes, we lugged a lightsaber back through TSA). 📝 Best plans: We secured meal reservations and experiences 60 days in advance — the minute options opened. Go deeper: What to hit — and skip — at each park. Quote phkrause Obstinacy is a barrier to all improvement. - ChL 60 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted May 27 Author Members Share Posted May 27 First look: Disney’s new drone show takes flight Walt Disney World has cranked up 800 drones for a new colorful and creative production. “Disney Dreams That Soar” is now a nightly event at Disney Springs. https://www.orlandosentinel.com/2024/05/25/disney-world-new-drone-show-springs-dreams-that-soar/? Quote phkrause Obstinacy is a barrier to all improvement. - ChL 60 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted June 2 Author Members Share Posted June 2 ‘A huge kiss and make up:’ Disney World, Florida leaders plot major expansion The Walt Disney Co. is gearing up to spend billions of dollars in Central Florida as part of a new development plan, ramping up speculation that the company could be eyeing a major Disney World expansion. https://www.orlandosentinel.com/2024/05/31/disney-world-expansion/? Quote phkrause Obstinacy is a barrier to all improvement. - ChL 60 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted June 13 Author Members Share Posted June 13 Attraction starring Disney’s first Black princess replaces ride based on film many viewed as racist ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — A new attraction starring the first Black Disney princess is opening at the company’s U.S. theme park resorts, and some Disney followers see it as a fitting replacement to a former ride based on a movie that contained racist tropes. https://apnews.com/article/disney-tiana-ride-splash-mountain-film-racism-e22e9169433365fcb77a51da507a2739? Quote phkrause Obstinacy is a barrier to all improvement. - ChL 60 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted June 15 Author Members Share Posted June 15 With development plan approved, Disney drops federal lawsuit against Florida The Walt Disney Co. is ending its last major court fight with Gov. Ron DeSantis and his allies now that a new development agreement is in place, closing what may be the final chapter in a two-year political drama. https://www.orlandosentinel.com/2024/06/13/with-development-plan-approved-disney-drops-federal-lawsuit-against-florida/? Disney shutting down Frontierland Shootin’ Arcade this month Walt Disney World plans to shut down an attraction that’s been in operation as long as the Magic Kingdom has been open. https://www.orlandosentinel.com/2024/06/13/disney-world-closing-frontierland-shootin-arcade-dvc-lounge-rifles-1971/? Quote phkrause Obstinacy is a barrier to all improvement. - ChL 60 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted June 16 Author Members Share Posted June 16 With deal done, Disney withdraws lawsuit, ending last conflict with DeSantis and his appointees ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Disney asked a federal appellate court to dismiss its lawsuit against Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Thursday, a day after his appointees approved a deal with the company on how Walt Disney World will be developed over the next two decades, ending the last piece of conflict between the two sides. https://apnews.com/article/florida-california-disney-desantis-theme-parks-d999eafa1fec277cc679ea3f328a114c? Quote phkrause Obstinacy is a barrier to all improvement. - ChL 60 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted June 17 Author Members Share Posted June 17 ⚜️1 fun thing: Disney's newest ride Photo: Jeff Weiner/Axios Axios Local editor Jeff Weiner got a sneak peek of Disney World's latest attraction, Tiana's Bayou Adventure, based on the 2009 film "The Princess and the Frog." The New Orleans-themed log flume ride replaces Splash Mountain, though the bones of the Magic Kingdom mainstay remain. 🌊 Jeff writes: As my raft wound through the Louisiana bayou, the jazzy serenade of Animatronic musical critters almost lulled me into forgetting where this ride was headed. But soon, there it was: That familiar 50-foot drop — and the splash. The vibe: Imagineers conferred with New Orleans-based artists and the family of famed NOLA chef Leah Chase, who inspired the movie's Tiana character. It shows. The ride is a celebration of brassy music and Creole and Cajun culture. Princess Tiana and Louis the alligator at Disney World. Photo: Disney The ride takes you on a quest through the bayou, led by Tiana and fan-favorite alligator trumpeter Louis, in search of musicians for a Mardi Gras party. Among the recruits: a harmonica-playing turtle, an opossum bassist and a rabbit using a license plate as a washboard. The ride opens June 28. Quote phkrause Obstinacy is a barrier to all improvement. - ChL 60 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted June 19 Author Members Share Posted June 19 Disney World ticket deals set for Florida residents this spring, summer Walt Disney World is offering discounted theme-park admission to Floridians under the heading of Florida Resident Discover Disney Tickets. One variation of the deal ends up costing $59 per day and the eligible dates fall after the Easter/spring break season and into summertime. https://www.orlandosentinel.com/2024/03/13/disney-world-discount-ticket-deals-florida-residents-spring-summer-2024/? Quote phkrause Obstinacy is a barrier to all improvement. - ChL 60 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted June 26 Author Members Share Posted June 26 Disney World: Lightning Lane changes to allow advance purchases Walt Disney World is making changes to its Disney Genie+ planning service and Lightning Lane access that go into effect in late July, the company announced Tuesday. Theme park guests will soon be able to secure reservations in advance of their visits and make plans for multiple days. https://www.orlandosentinel.com/2024/06/25/disney-world-genie-plus-lightning-lane-advance-reservations/? Quote phkrause Obstinacy is a barrier to all improvement. - ChL 60 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted June 29 Author Members Share Posted June 29 Disney timeline: Making Splash Mountain, morphing into Tiana’s Bayou Adventure A classic Walt Disney World ride begins a new chapter Friday when the attraction formerly known as Splash Mountain officially opens to the public as Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Magic Kingdom theme park. It remains a log-flume ride, but it has been revamped inside and out, transforming a tan, rocky atmosphere into a green, lush swampy setting. https://www.orlandosentinel.com/2024/06/27/disney-world-splash-mountain-history-tianas-bayou-adventure-opens/? Quote phkrause Obstinacy is a barrier to all improvement. - ChL 60 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted July 7 Author Members Share Posted July 7 National Weather Service Issues Stay-in Alert for Disney World Guests, Mass Casualties Reported It’s the dead of summer, so the weather isn’t too favorable for those looking to spend some time in the sun, including Walt Disney World Resort guests. Numerous casualties have been reported directly related to scorching temperatures and the heat index. https://insidethemagic.net/2024/07/disney-world-heat-index-warning-emd1/ Quote phkrause Obstinacy is a barrier to all improvement. - ChL 60 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted July 10 Author Members Share Posted July 10 Disney World: Rounding up the Epcot transformation With the opening of CommuniCore Hall, Walt Disney World declared the transformation of Epcot to be a done deal. The process, years in the making, has revamped much of the “front” half of the theme park, rearranged its so-called neighborhoods and made construction wall stocks soar. https://www.orlandosentinel.com/2024/07/08/disney-world-epcot-transformation-cosmic-rewind-ratatouille-encanto-test-track/? Quote phkrause Obstinacy is a barrier to all improvement. - ChL 60 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted July 10 Author Members Share Posted July 10 Disney Quietly Relocates Operations from Florida, Putting DeSantis Alliance in Jeopardy Walt Disney World Resort and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis recently allied the history books. However, despite this new partnership, Disney is seeking operations outside Florida. https://insidethemagic.net/2024/07/disney-world-operations-florida-emd1/ Quote phkrause Obstinacy is a barrier to all improvement. - ChL 60 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted July 10 Author Members Share Posted July 10 Disney Cruise Line partners with Japan company to add ship to fleet Disney Cruise Line announced Tuesday it had partnered with Japan’s Oriental Land Co., which has ordered and will operate a new ship to be based in Japan for year-round service. https://www.orlandosentinel.com/2024/07/09/disney-cruise-line-to-build-new-ship-headed-for-japan/? Quote phkrause Obstinacy is a barrier to all improvement. - ChL 60 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted July 12 Author Members Share Posted July 12 At Walt Disney World, the Country Bears are back The new version of Walt Disney World’s Country Bear Jamboree features new songs and costumes while maintaining the spirit of the original attraction, which opened with Magic Kingdom in 1971. https://www.orlandosentinel.com/2024/07/10/disney-world-country-bear-jamboree-reopen-magic-kingdom/? ps:I for one am glad to see they are coming back!! Always loved to see them!! Quote phkrause Obstinacy is a barrier to all improvement. - ChL 60 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted July 13 Author Members Share Posted July 13 Deadly Emission Cloud Heading to Florida, Millions Prepare To Abstain From Disney World Parks as Mass Advisory Now in Effect A deadly emission cloud is heading towards Florida and will be here for a while, alerting the entire state and prompting a National advisory that will take effect through July 14. Walt Disney World Resort guests are advised to take caution and abstain from the theme park. https://insidethemagic.net/2024/07/disney-world-dust-storm-air-quality-emd1/ Quote phkrause Obstinacy is a barrier to all improvement. - ChL 60 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted July 20 Author Members Share Posted July 20 Injury report: Disney, Universal rides prompt dizziness, pains Theme park visitors reported dizziness, lost consciousness and chest pain on attractions between April and June, according to a state document released Thursday. https://www.orlandosentinel.com/2024/07/18/disney-world-universal-orlando-state-injury-report-2024/? Quote phkrause Obstinacy is a barrier to all improvement. - ChL 60 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted July 23 Author Members Share Posted July 23 Comcast: Universal theme-park revenue down in 2nd quarter Revenue at Universal’s theme parks was down nearly 11% in the second quarter, Comcast revealed during an earnings call with analysts Tuesday. https://www.orlandosentinel.com/2024/07/23/comcast-earnings-universal-orlando-attendance-down-epic-pandemic/? Quote phkrause Obstinacy is a barrier to all improvement. - ChL 60 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted August 1 Author Members Share Posted August 1 Epic: Universal Orlando details its next ‘Harry Potter’ land The new Harry Potter land at Epic Universe theme park will feature a Ministry of Magic-based ride, a full-scale theater experience and characters roaming the streets of 1920s Place Cachee, Universal Orlando announced Wednesday. https://www.orlandosentinel.com/2024/07/31/epic-universe-orlando-harry-potter-land-ministry-of-magic-ride-fantastic-beasts/? Quote phkrause Obstinacy is a barrier to all improvement. - ChL 60 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted August 2 Author Members Share Posted August 2 Disney Cruise Line reveals Marvel takeover plus itineraries for Disney Destiny Disney Cruise Line let loose more details for new ship Disney Destiny coming to Florida in 2025 including a spate of Marvel-themed takeovers on the ship while also revealing an overview of its itineraries. https://www.orlandosentinel.com/2024/08/01/disney-cruise-line-reveals-marvel-takeover-plus-itineraries-for-disney-destiny/? Quote phkrause Obstinacy is a barrier to all improvement. - ChL 60 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted August 4 Author Members Share Posted August 4 Florida Theme Park Ceases All Operations Effective Today One of the most popular theme parks in Florida has confirmed sorrowful news, announcing that it will cease operations effective today. https://insidethemagic.net/2024/08/florida-theme-park-cease-operations-ea1/ Tropical Storm Debby: Florida county-by-county impacts | Timeline, biggest weather threats Tropical Storm Debby formed in the Gulf of Mexico on Saturday and is expected to make landfall over the Big Bend region of Florida, according to the latest projections from the National Hurricane Center. https://www.fox35orlando.com/news/tropical-depression-4-county-by-county-impacts-central-florida Quote phkrause Obstinacy is a barrier to all improvement. - ChL 60 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted August 5 Author Members Share Posted August 5 Disney Cruise Line’s new Canaveral-bound ship Disney Treasure floated out at shipyard While Disney Cruise Line dropped oodles of news this week about its new 2025 ship Disney Destiny, it has another new ship set to debut this year that hit a milestone at its shipyard on Saturday. https://www.orlandosentinel.com/2024/08/03/disney-cruise-lines-new-canaveral-bound-ship-disney-treasure-floated-out-at-shipyard/? Quote phkrause Obstinacy is a barrier to all improvement. - ChL 60 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted August 9 Author Members Share Posted August 9 Disney, SeaWorld post small revenue gains, quarterly reports show Walt Disney Co. and United Parks & Resorts, parent of SeaWorld Orlando, on Wednesday announced small gains in revenue for their theme parks during their most recent fiscal quarters. https://www.orlandosentinel.com/2024/08/07/disney-seaworld-quarterly-earnings-reports-penguin-trek-epic-universe/? Quote phkrause Obstinacy is a barrier to all improvement. - ChL 60 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted August 11 Author Members Share Posted August 11 Sky’s the limit: Orlando theme parks explore drones as entertainment Fireworks shows have colorful new neighbors in the skies above Central Florida’s attractions. Hundreds of drones, scurrying around for entertainment purposes, are increasingly common. https://www.orlandosentinel.com/2024/08/09/drone-shows-disney-springs-universal-orlando-legoland-florida-gaylord-palms/? Disney World expansion plan includes villains land It’s official: A villains land is being built at Magic Kingdom, Walt Disney Co. confirmed Saturday night. https://www.orlandosentinel.com/2024/08/11/disney-world-villains-land-magic-kingdom-d23-monsters-inc-parade/? Quote phkrause Obstinacy is a barrier to all improvement. - ChL 60 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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