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POSTED Thu, 12/15/2016 - 17:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Receives Top Honors from Travel Industry in 2016

It's been a good year for the Walt Disney Parks and Resorts. The division has been recognized with more than 150 awards for excellence in guest experiences including dining and theme park attractions.

POSTED Mon, 10/24/2016 - 19:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Mickey Mouse Celebrating His Birthday with a Trip Around the World

Mickey Mouse is celebrating his upcoming birthday with a trip around the world. During the next few weeks the big cheese will make surprise appearances in "iconic locations" to celebrate his big day. Fans can follow the celebrations on several social media channels.

POSTED Wed, 10/19/2016 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Disney News Round-up: The Walt Disney Company Donates to Hurricane Recovery, Disneyland Paris 25th Anniversary, and More

Happy Wednesday. We've made it to the middle of the week and it's time for another Disney news round-up where we give you some of the big news of the week so far in brief. Today we're talking about recovery efforts for Hurricane Matthew, a big celebration in Disneyland Paris, and much more. Let's check it out.

POSTED Wed, 07/06/2016 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Disney News Round-Up: New Disney Vera Bradley Designs, New Popcorn Flavors, and More

Happy Wednesday and welcome to another edition of our Disney news round-up! The Magic Kingdom was recently named the #3 amusement park in the country in Trip Advisor's Travelers' Choice Awards. Disney's Hollywood Studios was #6 on the list, and Disney's Animal Kingdom was #10.

POSTED Thu, 06/16/2016 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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‘Grand Opening Celebration of Shanghai Disney Resort’ Airs on Disney Channel Tonight

Shanghai Disney Resort, the first Disney resort on mainland China, officially opened today after five years of construction. Fans around the world can check out the new resort tonight during the 'Grand Opening Celebration of Shanghai Disney Resort' airing on Disney Channel, Disney Junior, and Disney XD.

POSTED Wed, 06/15/2016 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Disney Makes Donation to OneOrlando Fund Following Mass Shooting at Pulse Nightclub and Security is Increased at all Disney Properties

As Orlando and the rest of the world continues to mourn the victims of Saturday's mass shooting at the Pulse nightclub, the Walt Disney Company has announced a $1 million cash commitment to the OneOrlando Fund.

POSTED Fri, 05/20/2016 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Disney Vacation Club Member Lounge Opening in June, New Name for Villas at Wilderness Lodge, and More

Disney Vacation Club is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year and there is quite a bit of exciting DVC news happening right now including an all-new members-only lounge at Epcot and a new name for the DVC villas at Disney's Wilderness Lodge. Read on to find out more!

POSTED Mon, 05/02/2016 - 17:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Star Wars: Force For Change Returns to Walt Disney World Resort on May 4

This year on Star Wars Day, May 4, the Star Wars: Force For Change initiative returns to the Walt Disney World Resort. Starting that day fans can purchase a T-shirt with the logo for Rogue One: A Star Wars Story with some of the proceeds going to UNICEF.

POSTED Fri, 04/08/2016 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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D23: The Official Disney Fan Club Announces Dates for D23 Expo 2017

D23: The Official Disney Fan Club has announced the dates for the next D23 Expo. The 2017 Expo will take place July 14-16, 2017 at the Anaheim Convention Center. Tickets for the event go on sale later this summer.

POSTED Tue, 04/05/2016 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Tom Staggs Leaving The Walt Disney Company

Tom Staggs, the man who many thought was the heir apparent to Disney CEO Bob Iger, has announced that he's leaving The Walt Disney Company after 26 years. The announcement was a shock to many in entertainment and business, and also sent the company's stock tumbling Monday afternoon.

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POSTED Fri, 02/24/2017 - 12:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Introducing Peru Alto Maya From Joffery's Coffee And Disney

Disney fans can be pretty dedicated to their coffee, and whether they prefer Starbucks or Joffery's you don't want to get between them and their caffeine fix. Yesterday, Disney announced a brand new brew that not only provides support to fans looking for a great cuppa joe, but supports their mission of conservation around the world.

POSTED Fri, 03/11/2016 - 06:06 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Walt Disney Company Surveys Guests Regarding Resort Fees

Yesterday we posted about an Orlando Sentinel piece that said that the Walt Disney Company was surveying guests about their thoughts on resort fees - and the fandom is up in arms. This follows an in depth Orlando Sentinel piece back in February that discussed how high resort fees in Orlando change some tourists' hotel plans.