It has been announced that the Walt Disney World Resort will be bringing back the Park Hopper ticket to their parks starting January 1st, 2021. The resort removed this option when they began their phased reopening this summer to help control the size of the crowds. Guests could only visit one park per day and
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In an effort to plus up Epcot for the Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Celebration next year, Disney has created an entirely new nighttime spectacular called HarmonioUS. This show has some big shoes to fill as Epcot has been home for some of Disney’s best nighttime entertainment. We will cover the nighttime show in more
As Disneyland Paris remains closed, they are tightening up their health and safety guidelines for an eventual reopening. For the past couple weeks France has been under in a strict lockdown, which caused Disney’s Paris resort to close for a second time due to COVID-19. While we do not have a date for reopening, we
During his keynote speech on Monday, Josh D’Amaro highlighted many things including updates on many attractions being worked on. Two of them he spoke about are Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind and Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure. D’Amaro stated that work is continuing and moving forward on the groundbreaking ride Cosmic Rewind. The family-friendly “storytelling coaster”
Earlier today at a virtual IAAPA (The Global Association for the Attractions Industry) event, Chairman of Disney Parks, Experiences, and Products Josh D’Amaro gave a presentation for the attendees. We got some much needed new information regarding upcoming Disney Parks projects around the world, including the long awaited Walt Disney World Resort addition, Star Wars:
During his keynote speech this morning for the IAAPA Expo, Josh D’Amaro Chairman of Disney Parks, Experiences and Products had a lot to say about the status of the Disney Parks in these times of Covid 19. D’Amaro spoke on the companies idea to add Inclusion as a fifth key to the companies four keys
Earlier today The Walt Disney Company released their fourth quarter and fiscal year 2020 earnings report. With a simple passing glance the numbers might appear to be bad news, but in context with the COVID-19 pandemic, the news was actually very good and the investment community responded appropriately. As usual, Disney released their earnings report
Unfortunately, we have some more sad news to report in the world of Disney parks. Back in September Disney announced that they would be laying off at-least 28000 cast members. An announcement came down today that there will be some more cast members on furlough. The cuts will be coming from executive, salaried, and hourly
If you want to look for something good coming out of the closure of the Disneyland Resort, it will be hard to find. However, with the park closed and being unable to currently entertain guests, it gives the park plenty of time to work on outstanding projects. Here is a list from our friends over
We have some exciting news coming out of the Disney Parks today. As we reported last week Buena Vista Street would be opening in Disney’s California Adventure to extend Downtown Disney District, We now have a date on when that will happen. The Disney Parks Blog announced that Buena Vista Street will open on November
As we have been reporting for months, Disney has been laying off part-time and full-time cast members at their Disney Parks due to the ongoing pandemic. Disney is one of those rare companies that is easily identified by nearly every person in the United States. Also, these recent layoffs have been huge in terms of
It was announced that Disneyland Paris will close on October 30th as France begins another nationwide shutdown due to a third wave of COVID-19 cases. The length of the closure is anticipated to last one month, but the status will be re-evaluated every two weeks. This will be the second Disney park to have to
Earlier last month we were told that Disney Parks were going to layoff 28,000 employees in their Parks and Experiences divisions. We knew that the news of certain cast members getting laid off would trickle out from the Disney Cast Member’s social media over the following months. We covered the first rounds, along with the
Concept art was released today that showed the new sign that will greet guests as they enter the Walt Disney World Resort. The new sign’s color scheme matches with the updated Cinderella Castle in the Magic Kingdom. The refreshed sign is part of the ongoing updates planned for Walt Disney World in the lead up
On the heels of the news last week that Downtown Disney would be expanding in Disney California Adventure, we have a little more good news coming for the house of mouse. Disney is recalling over 200 Cast members starting this week. It’s a great way to bring back a few workers and use all the
The bad news continues for Disney Parks cast members as the fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic persists. Workers United Local 50 released the following statement today: “Layoff Update, We have received notification from the company that layoff notices will begin going out today. As stated before the notices will be to by (sic) email to
In a week where there has not been a lot of happiness company coming out of Disneyland, We are finally getting a little good news from Downtown Disney. The Disney Parks Blog has announced they will be expanding Downtown Disney by opening up Buena Vista Street in Disney’s California Adventure. This will happen sometime in
Well, it’s going to get worse before it gets better. In the aftermath of the state of California releasing their guidelines for reopening of large theme parks. Disneyland President Ken Potrock and Anaheim Mayor Harry Sidhu have weighed in on the guidance given. Below is the statement from Mr. Potrock: And Mayor Sidhu’s Statement: As
We have finally got some guidance from the state of California in regards to theme park possible reopening. California has issued guidance that “Large Theme Parks ” can open in the Yellow or minimal threat level. They have also created guidance that ” Small Theme Parks ” can open in the orange level. For those
There has been a change of heart among employee union leaders regarding the reopening of Disneyland in Anaheim, California, and they have made their opinions public. It was only a few months ago that representatives for seven unions that represent 10,000 Disneyland Resort employees opposed reopening the parks due to safety concerns for their members.
BREAKING STORY: It was announced today, October 19th, that the State of California is going to release theme park reopening guidelines tomorrow at noon PST. This lit up the Disney fan community as people are anxious for any news regarding the reopening of the Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, California. But, like every news story about
What do you get when you report on a company that is notoriously secret about upcoming projects, even when they are being built right in front of your eyes? Rumors! Admittedly one would not typically base a story around rumors, but there are some in the Disney community that clearly have inside contacts and their
The Disneyland Resort in Anaheim which includes Theme Parks, Hotels is looking at an over $2 billion loss this year so far according to early estimates. Michael Nathanson founding member of MoffettNathanson states the Disneyland has lost over $2.2 Billion dollars during the over 200-day closure of the entire Disneyland Resort. The only small positive
This past week California officials have racked up some serious steps on their fit bit or Apple watches. In order to guide reopening plans for California theme parks, the state sent officials to tour the Walt Disney World resort last week. They intend to send them again, this time with a guided tour. They have
As the saga continues as to when Disneyland will reopen in California, there has now been an agreement put in place with 11 unions that could help with a quicker reopening of the Anaheim-based theme park. The agreement was signed by Disneyland’s largest union the local 50 and a few others as well. The union
During a revealing interview with CNBC, Disney CEO Bob Chapek stated that the theme parks at the Walt Disney World Resort were capped at 25%. To those who follow the Disney Parks, this came as a bit of a surprise. Recent reporting from inside the parks has shown a noticeable increase in the number of
As Disneyland remains closed with no reopening date in sight, California Governor Gavin Newsom announced today that he is sending members of his staff to Walt Disney World to see firsthand how the theme park is operating amid the pandemic as the company is demanding Disneyland be allowed to reopen. Disney has pointed to the
More sad news to report unfortunately from the recent layoffs in the Disney Company. According to numerous reports from now Disney former cast members, two popular shows from the Disneyland Resort will be closing forever due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Frozen: Live at the Hyperion and Mickey and the Magical Map. Below is a few
This past July, the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida started a phased reopening of their four theme parks and a number of their hotels. While many cast members and Disney fans were excited at this news, many others were concerned about the public health risks. Three months later and there appears to have been
The past week has been full of public statements from both the state of California and Disney regarding reopening, the back and forth has been enough to give someone whiplash. However, earlier today we got word that Disneyland (and its sister park Disney California Adventure) has added even more safety measurements in the empty parks
There has been a public back and forth last week between Disney leadership and the state of California. By the end of the week it seemed that the two parties were engaging one another – not just talking past each other – and would be providing a joint announcement of reopening soon. Those dreams came
As the future of the movie theater industry – and moviegoing as a whole – becomes increasingly uncertain, all eyes have turned to streaming services. Not only do they offer the easiest way to consume content, but they also encourage the safest way to consume it amid the ongoing global pandemic. For those reasons, one
Earlier today, California Governor, Gavin Newsom poured cold water on any hope that we will see reopening guidelines for the Disneyland Resort any time soon. While the heads of Disney, the association for theme parks in southern California, leaders from Universal Studios and Knotts, local Anaheim politicians, Orange County health leaders, and multiple business associations
Last week Disney announced that 28,000 Disney Parks employees would be laid off due to continued economic woes due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the news rocked the theme park community with emotions ranging from fear to anger to confusion. Since this announcement we have been getting small glimpses into where exactly these lay offs are
While the Disneyland Resort parks remain closed during negotiations between State and Park officials, a new pop up shop will allow guests to enter a small portion of the park, sort of. On Tuesday October 7th, Disney will turn it’s 10,000 square foot multi-use Studio 17 into the Disneyland Resort Backlot Premiere Shop, a holiday
