News & Rumors Archive
Disney announced that a short one-act version of “Rogers: The Musical” will be coming to Hyperion Theater in Disney California Adventure for a limited time in Summer 2023. This post shares the teaser trailer and details about what to expect. (Updated April 10, 2023.) For those who are unfamiliar with it, “Rogers: The Musical” is
There have been a lot of interesting Disney Vacation Club developments in the last couple of months impacting both the direct and resale markets, which we think are interesting for current and prospective members. This post runs down the news, with thoughts on buying, selling, and more. The most recent news is that Walt Disney
Governor Ron DeSantis promised new action against Walt Disney World in the escalating battle between Florida and its biggest employer during a sit-down at Hillsdale College in Michigan. This post shares the pertinent part of his statement, plus commentary about what each side stands to gain and lose in this still-ongoing dispute. Earlier this week,
Disney Cruise Line has announced the release of the DisneyBand+ wearable technology in Summer 2023 for DCL’s 25th Anniversary. This post covers everything you need to know about this interactive enhancement. For starters, this is the MagicBand+ by a different name. That’s really the key thing to know, and DCL isn’t pretending otherwise, with the
So much for the battle between Disney and Florida being in the rearview mirror! The feud between Governor DeSantis and CEO Bob Iger escalated further today, as the former initiated a criminal investigation and the latter fired back during the company’s 2023 Annual Meeting of Shareholders. For his part, Governor DeSantis sent a letter formally
The average visitor to Walt Disney World will spend 27.8% of their waking hours on or in line for some form of transportation. I just made that number up, but it certainly feels true if you’ve felt the frustration of waiting for a Magic Kingdom bus while 5 passed for EPCOT, or been late to an ADR
Walt Disney World has officially announced the Spring 2023 reopening date of Narcoossee’s at Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. Additionally, the company has released menu details and food photos from the Signature Restaurant that is returning to the shores of WDW’s flagship resort. (Updated March 31, 2023.) In case you haven’t heard, Grand Floridian is
“Star View Station” is a new Disney Vacation Club member lounge coming to Tomorrowland at Disneyland. This post shares the official opening date, details, and concept art for this in-park location. Plus, why it’s likely being added, what it means for a Tomorrowland overhaul, and more. (Updated March 30, 2023.) Exclusive Member spaces have long
At their second meeting, Reedy Creek replacement board discussed its new business, including an agenda item for potential legal challenges aimed at Walt Disney World. This post covers moves they’ve made thus far to lawyer up for litigation, what Disney did that precipitated this, and our commentary about how it all might play out. Let’s
Disney Cruise Line announced a new ship coming to Southeast Asia for the first time, with the 7th addition to the DCL fleet being based out of a home port in Singapore starting in 2025. This post shares the announcement from the company, plus our commentary about this ship, whether it’ll have a casino, and
Walt Disney World has announced a date for character dining experiences to return for breakfast and lunch at Akershus Royal Banquet Hall in the Norway pavilion in World Showcase at EPCOT. This post will share dates, details, and thoughts doing Storybook Dining in this medieval castle with the Disney Princesses. (Updated March 27, 2023.) This
