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Jill Bivins has been visiting Disney Parks since she was 2 years old and loves sharing her Disney adventures with the world. She likes to say Disney is in her blood and writing is in her bones — so any time she has the opportunity to combine these loves she is one happy camper! She has a deep abiding love for Epcot and as a die hard Star Wars fan has a serious love for Hollywood Studios as well. When she isn't exploring or writing about Disney Parks, Jill is homeschooling her 8 year old son, playing with her brand new baby son, or pretending to be a farmer on her family homestead (despite being unable to keep even a cactus alive). Find Jill on Instagram @minnieonmain.

No Price Increases Anytime Soon (and Other Exciting Disney Parks Updates From Bob Iger)

Bob Iger and Mickey Mouse

Today the Walt Disney Company held its Q1 earnings call to discuss earnings in the first quarter of fiscal year 2023. While CEO Bob Iger didn’t address any new additions or significant updates during the call, he did hint to some pretty remarkable things that are going to make Disney fans (many who have felt left out for a long ...

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Calling All Millennials: A Rescue Ranger Meet and Greet is coming to Disney World!

Rescue Rangers meet and greet

If there’s one thing Disney sells very very well, it’s nostalgia. My fellow 80’s babies who grew up in the 90’s are an extremely nostalgic bunch. Blame our magical childhoods coupled with the less than magical recession in which we became adults (or ya know, participation trophies, either way). Fact still stands, we love our nostalgia and Disney loves to ...

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Fans Upset and Accuse Disney of “Anti-White” Propoganda Due to Proud Family Episode

Proud family

Many Disney fans have noticed something in the Disney Channel reboot The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder that hasn’t sat right with them. In one episode, Juneteenth, Maya, a young activist on the show, leads a charge in what is being called by critics”anti-white propaganda.”   Maya and her friends, including Penny Proud sing a song about slavery demanding reperations ...

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Disney’s TRON Is More Size-Friendly Than Initial Reports Claim

Tron Lightcycle

There has been a lot of talk recently about Disney’s newest attraction. Tron: Lightcycle/ Run is currently welcoming its first guests as Disney World Cast Member previews have started up. Several key talking points seem to be front and center: the ride is amazing, the ride is extremely short, and people have had trouble fitting on the bikes.  Related: Tron ...

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Splash Mountain Endures: Not All Traces of the Ride Have Been Removed

Splash Mountain is gone forever at Magic Kingdom. The iconic ride closed forever on January 23, 2023 to make way for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, but that doesn’t mean all traces of it have disappeared.   Related: The Honor of Splash Mountain’s Final Ride Went to This Very Special Group  Amid accusations that the ride doesn’t hold true to Disney’s ideals of ...

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There’s Nothing “Mini” About Our Favorite Valentine’s Day Dessert at Disney World

Minnie Mouse shake

Ahhh L’Amour! Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and Disney is celebrating with an amazing array of sweets for your sweetheart! From DOLE Whip to ultra decadent Brownies you’ll find something to satisfy whatever your heart desires this Valentine’s Day.  Related: Disney Releases New Valentine’s Day DOLE Whip Flavor  While many of these exclusive treats are available resort wide, ...

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Would-Be Disney Guests are Choosing a Surprising New Location for Vacation

Great Wolf lodge

Disney Fans have felt alienated for a long time. Rising costs and fewer perks have left would-be Guests feeling unappreciated and looking for alternative options. Many, naturally, have gone down the street to Universal where hotel rates are lower and perks remain unchanged. However another surprising contender has entered the mix. Related: Abandoned Disney for Universal? You’re Not Alone With ...

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Union Cast Members Have Somethings to Say About Disney’s Offer

Disney union negotiations

Disney and the Union that represents most Cast Members (STCU) have been at odds since last October. The Union argues that Cast Members deserve $20 per hour. Disney has said “ok, but not yet” and offered a raise of $1 per hour each year until they get to $20 per hour. The Union, which represents more than 32,000 Cast Members, ...

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Disney Fires Back at Passholder’s ‘Predatory Business Practice’ Lawsuit

Annual Passholders lawsuit

Not Long ago we reported that a pair of Walt Disney World Annual Passholders were suing Disney for breach of contract. Initially the pair wanted to remain anonymous but a judge rules that the suit would be thrown out if they didn’t reveal their identities. They have since been identified as Palm Beach County resident Erica Kelly and Orange County ...

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Reedy Creek to be Dissolved Sooner Rather Than Later

Governor Ron DeSantis has been at war with Disney ever since then CEO Bob Chapek spoke out against the Parental Rights in Education Act (dubbed the “don’t say gay bill ” by critics) early last year. Despite warnings from DeSantis against Disney getting involved, Chapek even went so far as to say the company would overturn the law.      ...

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