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Disney’s ‘blue sky’ ideas keep fans guessing on parks’ plans

Sometime in the next decade, Disney World visitors could venture into Maleficent’s castle or sit down for a meal in the village of Santa Cecilia from Pixar’s 2017 film “Coco” — but Disney could also scrap plans long before the first guest sets foot inside.

Orlando Sentinel

Disney World guests slam eye-watering bill at resort restaurant Victoria & Albert’s

The tab can run as high as $625 per person at the resort restaurant

The Independent UK

Menacing cloud forms over Epcot at Disney World

‘No lines on this ride,’ joked one social media user

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Disney World guests complain of ‘broken down’ rides and ‘dirty facilities’ in Orlando as ticket prices soar

Price of a ticket to Walt Disney World has increased by 3,871 per cent over the past 50 years

The Independent UK

Editorial: Coming to the US shouldn’t be this hard

A Colombian family hoping to visit Disney World right now might have to wait more than two years to get their visas. The same goes for a Nigerian investor looking to close a funding round in Silicon Valley. Around the world, delays in visa processing are preventing scores of foreigners…

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Disney World prices soared by 3,871 per cent in 50 years, graphic shows

Current one day price is £90 for adults and £86 for children under 10

The Independent UK

Walt Disney World 2023 deals: How to get the best discounts on Orlando holidays

There are plenty of ways to save money on your Orlando holiday without losing any of the Disney magic.

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The Happiest Place On Earth? Brawl At Disney World Leads To Arrests, Hospitalizations And Lifetime Bans

A video of a fight involving two family at Walt Disney World went viral on social media recently. Here’s a look at the aftermath of what it means for Disney and the families involved.

Benzinga

Florida man charged with taking R2-D2 from Disney World resort after posing as security guard

ORLANDO, Fla. — A Kissimmee man with a self-stated “pending application” for Walt Disney World Security is being accused of stealing and tampering with Disney resort property, including a Star Wars R2-D2 statue worth up to $10,000.

Orlando Sentinel

Disney World renovates its Magnolia Course, adding new holes and resurfacing every green

Extensive changes will be made to four holes and all 18 greens will be resurfaced.

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Fact or fiction: Do cats roam Disney's Magic Kingdom tasked with rodent control?

ORLANDO, Fla. — If you’ve seen a cat dashing across your path at Walt Disney World, you’re certainly not alone. After all, the Pet Alliance of Central Florida estimates there are nearly 87,000 feral (or community) cats in Central Florida, and with such big numbers, it’s no surprise a few…

Orlando Sentinel

The Death of Walt Disney's Private Dream City?

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis wants to end a wildly successful half-century experiment in municipal governance.

Reason

'God’s gift to lawyers': DeSantis' culture war laws get him sued a lot

ORLANDO, Fla. — Gov. Ron DeSantis hasn’t had any problem pushing his firebrand conservative agenda through the Florida Legislature, scoring national headlines that have propelled him to the top of potential GOP contenders for president in 2024.

Orlando Sentinel

Florida will likely take over Disney World’s Reedy Creek, DeSantis says

SANFORD, Fla. — The state will likely assume control of Disney World’s Reedy Creek Improvement District, rather than local governments absorbing it, Gov. Ron DeSantis said Monday.

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Doyle McManus: Ron DeSantis is setting the agenda for the GOP, and Democrats should worry

The most intriguing politician in the Republican Party is an uncharismatic governor who's trying to make the GOP's culture war appealing to suburban mothers.

Orlando Sentinel

Federal judge dismisses 1st lawsuit against Gov. DeSantis over Disney World’s Reedy Creek district

ORLANDO, Fla. — A federal judge on Tuesday quickly dismissed a lawsuit against Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis over the dissolution of Disney World’s Reedy Creek Improvement District.

Benzinga

I Am Iron Man: Disney CEO Compares Himself To Marvel Superhero

The CEO of a publicly traded company took the opportunity to compare himself to one of the most famous superheroes of all time during a graduation speech.

Tribune News Service

Commentary: Disney World is losing its magic

Florida communities are rallying to protest the Parental Rights in Education Act — or, as it’s better known, the “Don’t Say Gay” bill — which will go into effect on July 1.

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Ask Lois travel questions: Is it safe for LGBT couples to travel in Florida?

Note: We asked for your questions about travel in Florida, and this one sure is timely. Florida’s so-called “Don’t Say Gay” law has brought national attention to our state, and some people are wondering whether they should still visit.

The Guardian - UK

How Disney found its pride – and riled the American right

Once known for its ‘traditional’ values, the entertainment giant is battling US conservatives over an anti-gay bill. Indeed the House of Mouse has had a long relationship with the LGBTQ+ community

Orlando Sentinel

US Senate candidate leads first lawsuit challenging dissolution of Disney World’s Reedy Creek district

ORLANDO, Fla. — Three Central Florida taxpayers represented by a lawyer running for U.S. Senate are suing Gov. Ron DeSantis over the dissolution of Disney World’s Reedy Creek Improvement District.

St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Lynn Schmidt: Give peace a chance in America's culture wars

I have a confession when it comes to the culture war our society is mired in: I consider myself a pacifist on this front. As the battles rage on between the woke left and the anti-woke right, it seems clear to me that there will be no winners, only losers.…

Orlando Sentinel

Lawmakers suspect Gov. Ron DeSantis wants to take control of Disney World’s government

ORLANDO, Fla. — Central Florida lawmakers suspect Gov. Ron DeSantis is planning to replace Disney World’s special government district with a new one that he would control.

Orlando Sentinel

Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party returns to Disney World this year

ORLANDO, Fla. — Walt Disney World has announced dates, ticket prices and event details for the 2022 return of Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, an after-hours event at Magic Kingdom. For the past two years, the theme park has hosted less extravagant Halloween festivities in reaction to the COVID pandemic.

Orlando Sentinel

Axing Disney World’s Reedy Creek could hurt Florida government finances, analysts say

ORLANDO, Fla. — Dissolving the Reedy Creek district could hurt Florida government finances and potentially strengthen The Walt Disney Co.’s balance sheet at taxpayers’ expense if leaders don’t solve a complex set of legal problems, according to industry analysts following the showdown.

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