At D23 this year, we learned that the Hatbox Ghost is coming to Walt Disney World in 2023! This ghost was part of the original ride at Disneyland but was quickly removed. When he was brought back for Disneyland’s 60th anniversary, hopes were high that he would also come to Magic Kingdom, but he didn’t…until now, that is. This exciting ...
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It’s Going to Take a Lot More Than Handshakes and Selfies to Fix Bob Chapeks Image
Bob Chapek knows he’s got an image problem, and it’s a problem he is trying to correct. No single Disney executive has ever been as universally disliked as The Walt Disney Company’s current CEO. During D23 and beyond, he has been seen channeling his inner Josh D’Amaro: roaming the parks and taking selfies with guests, having conversations with Disney fans, ...
Read More »‘AMA ‘AMA, Aulani’s Signature Dining Experience FINALLY Has a Reopening Date
Disney’s Hawaiian Hideaway, Aulani Resort and Spa has exciting news! Its Signature restaurant ‘AMA ‘AMAfinally has a reopening date! The resorts highly sought after fine dining restaurant has been closed since the beginning of the COVID pandemic although the closure hasn’t been a complete waste, the space was completely remodeled during that time and the restaurant will debut a new ...
Read More »Disney World is Holding Auditions for Galactic Starcruiser
If you’ve ever dreamed of living in a “galaxy far, far away” then your time has come, my friend! You may not be able to live in the Star Wars universe, but you can work in it, which is sort of the next best thing. Disney’s newest hotel, Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser, is hiring live performers. Auditions are now being ...
Read More »Abigail Disney Accuses Walt Disney of “Rabid Fascism”
Abigail Disney, the granddaughter of Walt’s brother Roy, has a lot of opinions about the company and her great-uncle. She recently appeared on Marc Maron’s podcast to discuss many of them, including allegations that Walt Disney was, in fact, a fascist. The heiress, who seems to delight in trashing her family’s company and name whenever she gets a chance and ...
Read More »Disney Villain Coach Bags Are 50% Off!
Eeek! The Disney x Coach Disney Villains collection is 50% off? Somebody pinch me! Coach and Disney have been teaming up for years, and I have yet to see a bag in their line I dislike, but the Villain collection is wickedly perfect and the perfect way to let your inner baddie come out to play. From genuine leather totes ...
Read More »‘Hocus Pocus 2’ Breaks Disney Plus Record
It’s been nearly 30 years since the black flame candle was lit. The witches are back and better than ever and Hocus Pocus fever has descended upon us once again! The sequel proves that history doesn’t always repeat itself. When the original Hocus Pocus debuted in theaters in 1993 it flopped. It brought in just 39.5 million dollars (the film ...
Read More »Reflecting on Disney Magic On EPCOT’s Birthday
EPCOT has always been my favorite Park. We are almost the same age, so I joke that we grew up together (but that’s another story entirely). So it comes as no surprise that the most magical Disney moment I’ve ever had happened at EPCOT. It was a moment of grief and healing, joy and sadness all wrapped up in one ...
Read More »Have You Ever Played Duck Duck Goose With a Bear? These Kids at Wilderness Lodge Have!
Shelter in place. After 2020 that’s a phrase we hoped we’d never hear again. Yet just this week, the phrase made a comeback due to Hurricane Ian. People within the hurricane’s path were asked to shelter in place. This included Guests at the Walt Disney World Resort. Disney, of course, went above and beyond to make guests feel safe and ...
Read More »A Guide to EPCOT’s 40th Anniversary
Today is EPCOT’s 40th anniversary, and they are celebrating in a big way! The Park is celebrating its past, present, and future. From specialty food, to presentations and entertainment to limited-time merchandise, you’ll find everything to make the anniversary truly special. This will be a day to remember for EPCOT lovers. Let’s dive in and look at all of the ...
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