First Look at New Darth Maul Lightsaber, 2024 May the 4th Merchandise Coming to Disney Parks

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StarWars.com shared a first look at some of the new merchandise coming to Disney Store and Disney Parks this spring for May the 4th, including Darth Maul-inspired merch honoring the 25th anniversary of “The Phantom Menace.” Sith Apprentice: Darth Maul Legacy Lightsaber Hilt and Collector’s Box Set This limited edition double hilt features sound effects … Read more

Disney Experiences Announces Details of 10-Year $60 Billion Parks Investment

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In a new filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), The Walt Disney Company has broken down how they will use their planned $60 billion investment in the Disney Experiences segment over the next 10 years. $60 Billion Investment in Disney Experiences They announced the investment in an SEC filing last fall. $60 … Read more

CEO Bob Iger Says Disney Could Build ‘Seven New Full Lands’ At Theme Parks Around the World

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During the Morgan Stanley Technology, Media and Telecom Conference on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, Disney CEO Bob Iger spoke about the future of the company’s $60 billion investment into its Parks and Experiences division. Bob Iger Speaks on New Lands That Could Be Built at Disney Parks When the Q&A session turned toward the Disney … Read more

Updated List of Openings for Disney Parks & Experiences Includes New DVC Tower at Polynesian Resort

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The Walt Disney Company released a list of upcoming Disney parks and experiences projects planned to open through fiscal year 2026. Upcoming Disney Parks and Experiences Openings & Events The list was part of Disney’s Q1 FY2024 earnings presentation. It’s non-exhaustive but highlights experiences that Disney thinks will be the most important to investors. Date … Read more

Bob Iger Says All Disney Parks Profitable in Q1 2024, Teases ‘Untapped Stories Just Waiting to Be Brought to Life’

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During today’s Q1 2024 earnings call for The Walt Disney Company, CEO Bob Iger shared that all of the Disney Parks were profitable in the quarter, and teased “so many untapped stories” that could make their way to the parks. Bob Iger Teases ‘Untapped Stories’ for Disney Parks When giving an overview of the Experiences … Read more

70% of $60B Disney Investment in Parks and Experiences Going to Increased Capacity

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Disney is planning to invest $60 billion total in Disney Experiences, the theme parks division of the company, over the next 10 years. CEO Bob Iger announced on Wednesday that 70 percent of that investment will go to increasing capacity at the parks. Disney to Invest 70% of $60 Billion Investment in Parks and Experiences … Read more

Disney Parks Makes $6.3 Billion Revenue Domestically During Q1 2024

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In their Q1 2024 earnings report, Disney reported that their theme park division made $6.3 billion in domestic revenue during the quarter. Disney Parks Q1 2024 Revenue Overall parks and experiences revenue was $9.1 billion, an increase of 7% from last year’s quarter. The parks and experiences had a decrease in operating income offset by … Read more

Bringing Disney Parks Home With 7 Magical Fiction Books & Series

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The Disney Parks are magical destinations for fans on each visit, but it can be difficult to channel that magic once vacations are over. However, several Disneyland and Walt Disney World rides have been featured in officially published books that expand on their lore or add new twists to iconic aspects. We recommend a few … Read more

Everything New Coming to Disney Parks in 2024

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From Tiana’s Bayou Adventure to the Disney Treasure, there are plenty of projects in the works for Disney Experiences. 2024 will bring new attractions and offerings — including some that were supposed to open in 2023. Assuming we don’t see significant delays, here is everything new (as well as some significant returning things and closures) scheduled … Read more

Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Renamed to Just Disney Experiences

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The Disney Parks, Experiences and Products (a.k.a. “DPEP”) division of The Walt Disney Company has been renamed just Disney Experiences. Disney Experiences The name change was official as of November 16, 2023. The Disney Experiences website (disneyconnect.com) now reflects the name change and states, “Disney Experiences brings the magic of Disney stories and franchises to … Read more

The Complete History of Pirates of the Caribbean at Disney Parks: From Redhead to Redd to Peg(-Leg Pete)

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On December 15, 2023, Pirates of the Caribbean celebrated its 50th anniversary at Walt Disney World Resort. To mark the occasion, we thought it was important to share a detailed history of Disney’s famous sailing along the Spanish Main. The History of Pirates of the Caribbean The Beginning The concept of a pirate adventure was … Read more

Tomorrowland ’94: Revisiting the Future of the Past

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Magic Kingdom’s Tomorrowland has been facing a crisis for some time due to its hodge-podge identity. Once highly cohesive and charming, the land has since been updated — without any actual full updates. With plans to overhaul the land scrapped, the best parts of Tomorrowland remain only as ghostly echoes of a bygone era, and … Read more

RUMOR: ‘Grand Theft Auto VI’ To Feature In-Game Disney Parks Parody

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Purported leaks and rampant fan speculation have encircled the heavily-anticipated “Grand Theft Auto VI” video game for years before its existence and upcoming release were ultimately confirmed by Rockstar Games on November 8, 2023. Additional rumors have surfaced in the days leading up to the game’s December 5 trailer launch, with the latest suggesting that … Read more

Josh D’Amaro Talks Indiana Jones Reimagining of DINOSAUR, Says Disney is ‘Going All In’ for Theme Park Updates

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Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Chairman Josh D’Amaro talked with EW about the Indiana Jones reimagining of the DINOSAUR ride at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The details of the blue sky concept are not set in stone, but D’Amaro emphasized that this is “where our heads are” about possible updates to Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Tropical Americas … Read more

Celebrity Guests, Broadcast Slots Announced For ‘The Wonderful World of Disney: Magical Holiday Celebration’ and ‘Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade’ ABC Specials

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The Walt Disney Company has confirmed the upcoming return of several Disney Parks holiday specials that traditionally air each holiday season on the Disney-owned ABC Network, also unveiling the air dates, times, and celebrity guest appearances set for each of this year’s programs. Broadcast Slots Announced For ‘The Wonderful World of Disney: Magical Holiday Celebration’ … Read more

Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind at EPCOT Earns Thea Award for Outstanding Achievement

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The Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind attraction at EPCOT will be honored with a Thea Award for Outstanding Achievement in 2024. The Themed Entertainment Association (TEA) announced the impending distinction in a blog post on November 14. Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Earns Thea Award for Outstanding Achievement TEA is an international association … Read more