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Walt Disney World is starting to release more details for the Disney Jollywood Nights event held November 11 through December 20, 2023 at Hollywood Studios. During one recent Good Morning America segment, the company indicated the Christmas party is “adults-only,” causing considerable confusion and questions among guests. We’re here to address and answer that. As
In a recent issue of our free email newsletter with Walt Disney World news, rumors & updates, news, and rumors (you can subscribe here…did we mention that it’s free?), we included a throwaway line about the ‘five castles’ at Walt Disney World. It was not meant to be trivia, but many of you were curious
Resort fees are a scourge at hotels in Orlando and Anaheim near Walt Disney World and Disneyland. These surcharges range from $5/night to over $40, and are hidden so consumers don’t see them when comparison shopping. This post covers why they’re anti-competitive, how “junk fees” might be addressed, and more. (Updated October 13, 2023.) There
Even before Walt Disney World announced that Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser would permanently close in Fall 2023, there has been speculation and wishful thinking among fans that the interactive multi-day experience would be converted from a cruise on land to a standard hotel. This post covers the many reasons why we strongly believe that will
Earlier today, the Walt Disney Company released plans to “turbocharge” investment in Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Disney Cruise Line, and the international parks to nearly double capital expenditures over the course of approximately 10 years to roughly $60 billion. Thanks to an investor conference, we now know that the expansion might include Wakanda from Black
In a new SEC filing, the company revealed that it will spend $60 billion over the next decade to expand and enhance Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Disney Cruise Line, and its international theme parks. This represents nearly double the amount invested over the last 10-year period, which was a time of significant expansion, as Disney
Destination D23 was held at the Contemporary Resort over the weekend, and Parks Chairman Josh D’Amaro shared a lot of news during his presentation, “A Celebration of Disney Parks, Experiences and Products: Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow.” This ‘report card’ ranks all of the announcements for Walt Disney World, and grades the keynote as a whole.
Walt Disney World has announced a Pirates of the Caribbean lounge coming to Adventureland in Magic Kingdom. This post shares everything we know so far, with concept art and full details–plus comprehensive commentary about how this compares to Oga’s Cantina and where this tavern is likely to be located. This news was announced during the
Walt Disney World has announced a reimagining of Test Track at EPCOT, which will be the third incarnation of the thrill ride in World Discovery. This post shares all of the details, concept art, and everything we know about the plan–plus comprehensive commentary about its changes, inspiration, and likelihood of actually happening. This news was
Former CEO Bob Chapek has broken his silence about his time leading the Walt Disney Company, speaking (sorta) for the first time since Disney’s Bob Swap™️ last November. This article shares some interesting anecdotes that have come out of the Chapek camp via a brand new interview with his colleagues, friends, and spokespeople. Basically, this
The big Parks & Resorts presentation by Chairman Josh D’Amaro at the 2023 Destination D23 is exactly one week away, with announcements expected for Walt Disney World and Disneyland. This post predicts what’ll be revealed–separating out our own wishful thinking with what’s actually likely in terms of new entertainment, attractions, overhauls and opening dates. Before
