Disney Concerned About Rising Costs of Family Vacations

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The Wall Street Journal has published an article which examines the fear that Disney vacations are now out-priced for many families due to rising costs — an issue that some in the company are concerned about. Costs According to the WSJ, “Disney said that its theme parks are within financial reach for middle-class families and … Read more

Disney Survey Suggests Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser May Be Resurrected

Guests who were part of the final “voyages” aboard the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser received a survey that suggests Disney is reconsidering shuttering the immersive experience completely, according to The Wrap. Is There Still Hope for the Galactic Starcruiser? The immersive hotel experience shut its doors on September 30, 2023, closing less than two years … Read more

Disney CEO Bob Chapek States Guest Satisfaction at Parks is Higher Now Compared to Pre-Pandemic

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During an interview with Bloomberg‘s Emily Chang, Disney CEO Bob Chapek discussed the improvement of guest satisfaction when Disney Parks reopened worldwide. Chapek stated that guest satisfaction scores have improved since Disney Parks have reopened, explaining that guests are more satisfied than they were prior to the pandemic. Our guest satisfaction scores since we’ve reopened … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (1/8/21): Disney Considering Moving Some Offices from CA to FL, Guest Survey About Animal Kingdom, Festival of the Arts Merch, ‘Guardians’ Coaster Trains Arrive, and More

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We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Friday, January 8, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

Walt Disney World Surveying Guests About Crowds, Social Distancing, Mask Wearing, Rise of the Resistance Boarding Groups, and More at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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Walt Disney World is surveying guests about their experiences with social distancing at theme parks. We received a survey regarding our recent visit to Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Many of the questions were similar to those we answered about Magic Kingdom this summer. While most live shows are not currently performing, For the First Time in … Read more

PHOTOS: Universal Orlando Resort Surveying Guests About the Theme Park Experience Compared to Walt Disney World Resort

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Universal Orlando Resort is sending feedback surveys via email to guests who have recently visited the parks. We received a survey about our most recent day at Universal Studios Florida. The survey asks guests to rate character experiences, attractions, wait times, cleanliness, and food. Guests are then asked if they agree with statements about Universal … Read more

Walt Disney World Issues Survey to Guests Who Recently Stayed at Resort Hotels

As Walt Disney World continues the process of reopening, Disney has issued a survey to guests who have stayed at their resort hotels about their recent visit. A WDWNT staff member received the survey shortly after their stay at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows. The survey begins by asking about their reason for visiting Central … Read more

Walt Disney World Surveying Guests About New Disney Park Pass System

Following today’s challenging opening of the Disney Park Pass System at Walt Disney World, the resort has begun contacting guests with reservations with a survey about their experience. The survey seems to note exactly which days and which parks guests have reservations for. The first question asks guests to confirm whether they booked the reservation … Read more