Disneyland Archive
Disney’s Bob Swap, firing Chapek and rehiring Iger, happened one month ago (time flies when you’re having fun!), but new revelations continue coming to light about the Battle of the Bobs. This post covers more palace intrigue, plus expert predictions of executive leadership shake-ups, mergers, and more in 2023 for the Walt Disney Company. We
Company leaders have spoken extensively about the benefits of park reservations at Walt Disney World and Disneyland, making big claims about the upside for guest experience, managing crowds, balancing demand and attendance throughout the year. (Updated December 17, 2022.) Let’s start with an update, as a lot has changed in the month-plus. There are several
World of Color is the nighttime spectacular at Disney California Adventure, and it currently uses a virtual queue. It has enchanted millions of guests at Disneyland Resort with its dazzling display of water, fire, fog, lights, music and the magic of Disney storytelling. World of Color is a breathtaking extravaganza that brings animation to life,
In the two weeks since Disney’s Bob Swap–firing Chapek and rehiring Iger, we’ve been “treated” to enough drama to fill another DisneyWar volume or two. The latest update is equal parts Succession and Game of Thrones, as there’s a new rumor about the company’s next replacement CEO after the second Iger era ends. We aren’t going to recap everything
Walt Disney World will soon be making another change to Genie+ and it’s an unequivocally positive one! This post runs through recent changes to the paid FastPass service, explaining how this is an improvement for Lightning Lane power users and newcomers alike. In the last several months, Walt Disney World has been making a ton
The Walt Disney Company and its Parks & Resorts division are defendants in a lawsuit over the Genie and Genie+ services, with the plaintiff alleging patent infringement. (That’s right, someone is claiming ‘credit’ for this mess being their original idea!) This post covers the complaint and offers our commentary about what this means for the
Disneyland is offering a new multi-day ticket deal for Southern California residents in 2023 for the start of the Disney 100th Anniversary Celebration up until the summer tourist season. This post shares info & details about the limited-time offer for the new year, plus commentary about the intersection of this promo and returning entertainment, and
When the Walt Disney Company ousted former CEO Bob Chapek, few tears were shed by fans and Cast Members. His tenure had been mired in controversy, unpopular decisions, and widespread concern that he was doing irreparable damage to a brand beloved by generations. This stood in stark contrast to the outpouring of optimism at the
Black Friday 2022 has arrived, with great deals on toys, books, collectibles, travel accessories, gadgets, tech, and more! This post rounds up the best discounts on items for your Walt Disney World vacations, or that will make great gifts for the Disney fans on your Christmas gift-giving list. While Black Friday has just arrived, retailers
With each passing day following Disney’s Bob Swap–firing Chapek and rehiring Iger–new revelations come to light about what led to the board ousting one Bob and bringing back the other, as well as the fallout between the dueling Bobs. Today, we have an update on that drama, along with Iger’s next moves as he looks
Disney has pulled off a classic Bob Swap, replacing Bob Chapek with once former and now current CEO Bob Iger. Yes, you read that correctly. No, this is not an early April Fool’s Day joke—but perhaps it is an early Christmas present! This post offers our commentary about what this does and does not mean
