The Walt Disney Company has released the full fiscal year and Q4 earnings report for 2020, beating expectations with $14 billion in revenue. You can read the full release below. The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) today reported earnings for its fourth quarter and fiscal year ended October 3, 2020. Diluted earnings per share (EPS) … Read more
After days of counting ballots, the time-honored democratic process of electing (or re-electing) the nation’s president has finally concluded in the United States. Joe Biden is the projected official winner of the 2020 Presidential Election—and while that will mean many changes for the country, the outcome may also affect a tiny corner of Walt Disney … Read more
This year, it seems Chip and Dale have gotten a little creative in the kitchen and cooked up the guests of the Magic Kingdom some special churros! Chip and Dale Christmas Churros – $6.19 Gingerbread churros topped with apple pie filling and chocolate chips These gingerbread churros would have been delicious had they not been … Read more
All around the Magic Kingdom, special holiday-themed desserts have shown up, bringing a bit touch of holiday magic to the park. One of those treats is a Pistachio Chai Tea Float, so let’s dive in! Unfortunately, the Pistachio Chai Tea Float has replaced the Kakamora Float at Aloha Isle Refreshments. Pistachio Chai Tea Float – … Read more
Believe it or not, we’re still in the midst of Hurricane Season here in Florida, and yet another Tropical Storm is announced to hit South and Central Florida in the coming days. Tropical Storm ETA is currently hovering over parts of Central America, however it is expected to make its way across Cuba and over … Read more
With New Year’s Eve just a hop, skip, and a turkey away, Walt Disney World has begun surveying guests who are staying on-site during the last week in December for their thoughts on New Year’s Eve celebrations and experiences across the parks, Disney Springs, and at the resorts. Do note that New Year’s Eve offerings … Read more
Since early on in its reopening, Walt Disney World has stocked Disney face masks themed to a slew of characters and seasonal holidays. Also available at Disneyland and the Disney Store, these face masks are a popular choice for fans preparing for a visit to the parks (where masks are mandatory) or just looking to … Read more
The Walt Disney World audio announcement about face coverings and social distancing has been updated once again, this time narrated by a number of diverse new narrators, including the talented voiceover actor (and Disney Parks personality) Mark Daniel. Of course, the announcements reiterate that face coverings must be worn at all times, including when taking … Read more
A new notice of layoffs indicates that 11,350 more union employees of Walt Disney Parks and Resorts will be terminated. Over 10,000 of those are Walt Disney World Cast Members, bringing the resort’s total number of layoffs to over 18,000. The notice also includes some Cast Members from the Maingate Complex, Orlando International Airport, Celebration, … Read more
Bettina Buckley, Vice President of Walt Disney World Resort Live Entertainment, has released a statement regarding mass layoffs in the Entertainment division at Walt Disney World, in response to public outcry due to the gutting of shows and performers across the theme parks and resorts. The statement addresses the “difficult decision” to lay off hundreds … Read more
On the heels of the extension to park hours at the Magic Kingdom, now all Walt Disney World theme parks have extended their hours for the days surrounding Christmas, December 20 through 30. As reported earlier, Magic Kingdom will be open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM daily. EPCOT will be open 10:00 AM to 9:00 … Read more
Walt Disney World’s 50th anniversary is fast approaching, but you would never think it considering the mass layoffs and project delays taking place throughout the parks and resorts. While we’ve been following construction on TRON Lightcycle / Run at the Magic Kingdom—now making progress on its massive illuminated canopy—sources indicate that most, if not all, … Read more
After weeks of heartbreaking news, it seems Disney is now contacting select furloughed Cast Members to inform them that they have not been impacted by the mass layoffs. The sample communication being sent out reads as follows: Hello and thank you for your patience. We know how difficult this time is and wanted to provide … Read more
The chapter has closed on the trespassing case against Richard J. McGuire. According to ClickOrlando.com, the Florida man plead no contest to the charge of trespass on property other than structure or conveyance. The plea was filed on September 30. Police arrested McGuire in April for trespassing on Walt Disney World property. Camping on Discovery … Read more
While California Gov. Gavin Newsom has been slow to allow Disneyland Resort to reopening during the COVID-19 pandemic, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced that he wants Walt Disney World to increase capacity. The Florida governor also stated that he would soon lift restaurant capacity restrictions statewide and will act to prevent local governments from imposing … Read more
The Halloween season is in full swing at the Walt Disney World Resort and guests will be screeching with delight to learn they can bring the spirit of The Haunted Mansion home with them through the Madame Leota Crystal Ball. Priced at $24.99, this crystal ball lights up and has sound effects. Water can be … Read more