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DISNEY WORLD


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Costs rise for Spring Break travel, but it wonโ€™t keep the crowds away

Read full article: Costs rise for Spring Break travel, but it wonโ€™t keep the crowds away

Itโ€™s that time of year again, when warmer temperatures have us thinking about spring and spring break, and if youโ€™re lucky you might be planning a getaway.

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Free Disney World passes are latest front in war between Disney and DeSantis appointees

Read full article: Free Disney World passes are latest front in war between Disney and DeSantis appointees

Gov. Ron DeSantisโ€™ appointees to a board that oversees Disney Worldโ€™s governing district have launched a battle against the company on a new front โ€” free passes and discounts for employees.

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School superintendent who criticized DeSantis could lose job

Read full article: School superintendent who criticized DeSantis could lose job

Florida officials are threatening to revoke the teaching license of a school superintendent after he criticized Gov. Ron DeSantis.

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DeSantis appointees begin reshaping Disney World's district

Read full article: DeSantis appointees begin reshaping Disney World's district

New supervisors leading Disney Worldโ€™s revamped governing body say they had good intentions about collaborating with the company after they were appointed by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis.

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Gov. DeSantis surrogates escalate tit-for-tat versus Disney

Read full article: Gov. DeSantis surrogates escalate tit-for-tat versus Disney

Thereโ€™s a new salvo in the fight to control Disney World.

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Virginia Tech welcomes new therapy dog, Epcot

Read full article: Virginia Tech welcomes new therapy dog, Epcot

Meet Epcot, Virginia Techโ€™s newest therapy dog.

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โ€˜Hey, brotherโ€™: How the Super Carlin Brothers built their empire from the Star City

Read full article: โ€˜Hey, brotherโ€™: How the Super Carlin Brothers built their empire from the Star City

The Super Carlin Brothers have an ever-expanding social media universe. Their YouTube Channel has over 2 million subscribers, while their Popcorn Culture podcast is growing alongside other endeavors. And they do it all from their studio in downtown Roanoke.

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Guide to 2022 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival

Read full article: Guide to 2022 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival

The event allows guests to stroll across six different continents and sample delicious food and drinks, see live entertainment and purchase colorful merchandise.

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โ€˜Itโ€™s save the galaxy time:โ€™ A first look at Disneyโ€™s Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind

Read full article: โ€˜Itโ€™s save the galaxy time:โ€™ A first look at Disneyโ€™s Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind

Walt Disney World is preparing to open its highly anticipated new attraction, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind.

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Disney shares update on EPCOTโ€™s historic transformation

Read full article: Disney shares update on EPCOTโ€™s historic transformation

Walt Disney World shared new renderings of the new experiences and locations coming to EPCOT.

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Disney Springs introduces Star Wars virtual reality experience

Read full article: Disney Springs introduces Star Wars virtual reality experience

Meta Quest Virtual Reality Experience featuring ILMxLABโ€™s Star Wars: Tales from the Galaxyโ€™s Edge Coming to Disney Springs

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Mickeyโ€™s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party returning to Magic Kingdom

Read full article: Mickeyโ€™s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party returning to Magic Kingdom

The separately ticketed event is scheduled to begin Aug. 12 and run through Halloween night at Disneyโ€™s Magic Kingdom theme park.

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Judge invites Walt Disney Co. to bring Disney World to Texas amid new passed law

Read full article: Judge invites Walt Disney Co. to bring Disney World to Texas amid new passed law

Those who have been to Disney World know itโ€™s the โ€œhappiest place on earth,โ€ but what if the giant amusement park called Texas home? Well, one Texas judge has invited the Disney CEO to move the amusement park to Fort Bend County, just outside of Houston, amid a battle over self-government in Florida, according to KPRC, KSATโ€™s sister station.

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How to celebrate Earth Day at Disneyโ€™s Animal Kingdom

Read full article: How to celebrate Earth Day at Disneyโ€™s Animal Kingdom

Walt Disney World is preparing to celebrate Earth Day at its Animal Kingdom theme park.

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4 springtime activities we love at Walt Disney World

Read full article: 4 springtime activities we love at Walt Disney World

The resort is currently celebrating its 50th anniversary celebration, and now is the perfect time to celebrate the season and upcoming Easter holiday. If you plan on visiting, we have uncovered a number of fun activities for families to experience while out exploring the theme parks and nearby resort hotels.

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Nice to meet you, again: Disney brings back non-distanced character meet-and-greets

Read full article: Nice to meet you, again: Disney brings back non-distanced character meet-and-greets

Itโ€™s perhaps one of the last things that guests at Walt Disney World have been waiting to see return: an up-close moment, picture or autograph with Mickey Mouse and other popular characters.

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EPCOT: New photo shows โ€˜Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewindโ€™ queue

Read full article: EPCOT: New photo shows โ€˜Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewindโ€™ queue

Walt Disney World released a new photo earlier this week that shows a piece of the queue for the all-new attraction, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind.

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New details revealed about Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique on Disney Wish ship

Read full article: New details revealed about Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique on Disney Wish ship

Disney Cruise Lineโ€™s newest ship, the Disney Wish, is promising to be one of the companyโ€™s most magical ships ever built.

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Disneyโ€™s Minnie Van transportation service returning soon

Read full article: Disneyโ€™s Minnie Van transportation service returning soon

Walt Disney World has announced its Minnie Van transportation service will be returning to the resort this summer.

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Disney plants date for EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival

Read full article: Disney plants date for EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival

Horticulture teams at Walt Disney World have their hands full ahead of the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival.

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Walt Disney World shares holiday food and drinks at resort hotels

Read full article: Walt Disney World shares holiday food and drinks at resort hotels

Walt Disney World has shared details on its blog about some of the delicious food and drinks at its resort hotels for the holiday season.

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Take a 360-degree โ€˜walkโ€™ around Magic Kingdom as Disney World celebrates its 50th anniversary

Read full article: Take a 360-degree โ€˜walkโ€™ around Magic Kingdom as Disney World celebrates its 50th anniversary

As most might know, October marked 50 years since Disney World opened its doors.

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Holiday highlights: Walt Disney World announces entertainment offerings

Read full article: Holiday highlights: Walt Disney World announces entertainment offerings

As Walt Disney World continues to celebrate the Worldโ€™s Most Magical Celebration for its 50th anniversary, things are about to get even more festive for the holiday season.

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Finding gems: Hidden things to seek out on your next Magic Kingdom visit

Read full article: Finding gems: Hidden things to seek out on your next Magic Kingdom visit

Whether itโ€™s your first time visiting or the 50th, here is our list of hidden gems to take in at the Magic Kingdom.

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Disney shares details about all-new nighttime spectacular โ€˜Disney Enchantmentโ€™

Read full article: Disney shares details about all-new nighttime spectacular โ€˜Disney Enchantmentโ€™

Walt Disney World shared more details Friday about the all-new nighttime show coming to Magic Kingdom for the 50th anniversary celebration.

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Disney rolling out more entertainment experiences across resort

Read full article: Disney rolling out more entertainment experiences across resort

Walt Disney World has announced a number of new entertainment experiences returning to the resort next month.

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Disney releases details about holiday celebrations

Read full article: Disney releases details about holiday celebrations

Walt Disney World gave new details Monday about its upcoming holiday celebrations.

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LSU President offers full scholarship to spelling bee champion

Read full article: LSU President offers full scholarship to spelling bee champion

A full scholarship to LSU awaits 14-year-old spelling bee champion Zaila Avant-garde, according to FOX 8.

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How much do you know about the great state of Florida?

Read full article: How much do you know about the great state of Florida?

Did you know Florida produces 25% of the world's supply of ____?

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Woman had guns in diaper bag at Walt Disney World, deputies say

Read full article: Woman had guns in diaper bag at Walt Disney World, deputies say

All rights reserved)ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) โ€“ A Georgia woman was arrested at Walt Disney World after security for the Florida resort found two guns and some marijuana in her childโ€™s diaper bag, according to court documents. Yunique Smith, 27, of Stone Mountain, Georgia, was arrested July 18 on misdemeanor counts of carrying a concealed weapon and marijuana possession, the Orlando Sentinel reported. Smith was going through the Epcot security line with an adult man, their 7-month-old daughter and her 7-year-old son when the guard spotted a 9mm handgun and a plastic bag containing marijuana, an arrest report said. A search of the diaper bag revealed a .45 caliber handgun on the bottom, deputies said. Park rules state no weapons are allowed on Disney property.

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What could Disney crowds look like when the park reopens? We take a guess at the numbers

Read full article: What could Disney crowds look like when the park reopens? We take a guess at the numbers

ORLANDO, Fla. โ€“ Walt Disney World is set to once again open its gates to the Magic Kingdom following a lengthy closure due to the coronavirus pandemic. But with most families staying inside and not traveling, how crowded will the theme parks really be when they reopen? Park Capacity Capacity at 25% Magic Kingdom 57,000 people 14,250 people Epcot 34,093 people 8,523 people Hollywood Studios 30,843 people 7,710 people Animal Kingdom 37,671 people 9,417 peopleA park at 25% capacity would mean very minimal wait times. As we can all imagine, visiting a Disney theme park when it reopens will be a new experience for all -- no matter how many times youโ€™ve visited. The Magic Kingdom and Disneyโ€™s Animal Kingdom parks will open first July 11, with Epcot and Disneyโ€™s Hollywood Studios reopening July 15.

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Hereโ€™s everything you should know before heading to Walt Disney Worldโ€™s phased reopening

Read full article: Hereโ€™s everything you should know before heading to Walt Disney Worldโ€™s phased reopening

According to Disney, buses and monorails will implement a combination of physical distancing and physical barriers to provide separation between guest parties. Ground markings will help promote proper physical distancing in attraction queues at Walt Disney World Resort theme parks in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Matt Stroshane, photographer)In order to provide appropriate social distancing, Walt Disney World is only allowing a limited number of guests to visit each theme park per day. โ€œGround markings will help promote proper physical distancing throughout the parks, including attraction queues,โ€ Disney said. Guests at Walt Disney World Resort theme parks in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., are encouraged to use cashless payment options whenever possible when making purchases as the parks begin their phased reopening July 11, 2020.

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In case you missed it: Disneyโ€™s Splash Mountain to be re-themed to โ€˜Princess and the Frogโ€™

Read full article: In case you missed it: Disneyโ€™s Splash Mountain to be re-themed to โ€˜Princess and the Frogโ€™

Itโ€™s transformation central at Disney Parks in the U.S., as Disney officially announced that it has big plans for Splash Mountain at Walt Disney World and Disneyland. MORE: Petition calls for Disney Parks to change theme of Splash MountainIf you havenโ€™t heard of the film, youโ€™re not alone. If youโ€™re unfamiliar with Splash Mountain, hereโ€™s a little background. Splash Mountain follows happy-go-lucky Brโ€™er Rabbit as he looks for his โ€œlaughing place.โ€ All the while, Brโ€™er Bear and Brโ€™er Fox are in hot pursuit of Brโ€™er Rabbit. โ€œMany adults and children ride this attraction because it brings back childhood memories,โ€ the โ€œKeep Splash Mountainโ€ petition said.

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Universal Orlando seeks to reopen theme parks in early June

Read full article: Universal Orlando seeks to reopen theme parks in early June

ORLANDO, Fla. Universal Orlando is aiming to reopen its theme parks in early June, a resort official said Thursday, more than two months after the company joined crosstown rivals Disney World and SeaWorld in closing their gates to stop the spread of the new coronavirus. Universal Orlando executive John Sprouls asked Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings for approval to open the companys theme parks as early as June 5, the Orlando Sentinel reported. Universal, Disney World and SeaWorld have been closed since mid-March in an effort to stop the virus's spread. Officials with Disney World havent said when they plan to reopen. Many of those same protocols will be implemented at the theme parks.

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How well do you know Epcot's World Showcase?

Read full article: How well do you know Epcot's World Showcase?

But when you visit Epcot's World Showcase at Walt Disney World in Florida, you can do just that. Related: 6 free things to do on your next Disney World vacation -- yes, really | Are you getting the most out of your Disney FastPass? | The Wonderful Walls of Disney: A trend that was never meant to beSome may say this is one of the more relaxing and scenic areas around Walt Disney World. Name a better morning routine than sipping a Joffrey's coffee on the banks of World Showcase Lagoon. This story is for those who think they know everything there is to know about World Showcase.

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Mom's angry rant against childless millennials at Disney World sparks heated debate

Read full article: Mom's angry rant against childless millennials at Disney World sparks heated debate

She ranted about her hatred of "immature millennials" and childless couples visiting Disney World in a Facebook post, which resurfaced on Twitter and has since gone viral. The viral Twitter post, originally intended to mock the woman's hostile message, has brought lots of attention to it. [sic]"She continues, "I f****** hate childless women with a BURNING PASSION!!!" Her words have sparked a lot of conversation online, including an op-ed post from the New York Post. Sorry, childless millennials going to Disney World is weird https://t.co/jMi5S2IRmK pic.twitter.com/3bSclNnRL9 New York Post (@nypost) July 26, 2019Copyright 2019 by WSLS 10 - All rights reserved.

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