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Disney Plans Not Impacted by Florida Politics, Says Disney Parks Chairman

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Earlier today, Disney Parks Chairman Josh D’Amaro engaged in a question and answer session at the JP Morgan Global Technology, Media, and Communications Conference. RELATED: Major New Twist in Disney vs. DeSantis Saga  The Chairman As Chairman, Josh D’Amaro oversees Disney Parks, Experiences, and Products. This includes developing and operating all theme parks, resorts, cruise lines, and consumer products globally. Before ...

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New Figment Book Coming in 2024

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For those unfamiliar with the famous purple dragon, Figment debuted in 1983 as the sidekick of The Dreamfinder in the attraction “Journey into Imagination” at Disney’s EPCOT. RELATED: The Muppets Visit Spaceship Earth at EPCOT Figment, a History Figment is a small purple dragon with tiny wings, a pointy snout, and a mischievous grin. He embodies imagination and creativity, encouraging Guests ...

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Walt Disney World to Offer Complimentary Figment Souvenir to Select Guests

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EPCOT’s beloved purple dragon Figment has continued to grow in popularity in recent years, prompting Disney to announce that he will eventually have his own character meet and greet and even a full-length film. As the unofficial mascot of EPCOT’s seasonal festivals, Disney fans can usually track down some merchandise featuring Figment, but one such souvenir will soon be available ...

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The Muppets Visit Spaceship Earth at EPCOT

Floyd Muppet Mayhem Spaceship Earth

In an effort by Disney to promote one of its new shows, “The Muppets Mayhem,” on Disney+, popular Muppet characters are visiting Walt Disney World. Animal recently visited Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and Wednesday, May 17, 2023, Floyd Pepper (member of Dr. Teeth and the Electric Mayhem) rode Spaceship Earth. RELATED: ‘The Muppets’ Just Made an Appearance at This Classic EPCOT Attraction ...

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New MagicBand+ Featuring Live Action Ariel

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The Disney MagicBand+ is one of the best ways to enhance a Walt Disney World vacation. The wearable all-in-one device allows Guests to store their tickets, photo pass information, Genie+, Lightning Lane sections, and room key. It can also be used to store payment information and it will also light up, vibrate, and interact with certain nighttime shows. As such, ...

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Will Parking Trams Ever Return to These Disney Parks?

The Walt Disney World Resort runs a transportation system more efficient than most U.S. cities, with its fleet made up of buses, monorails, watercraft, the Disney Skyliner, and parking trams. While most of the system has been fully operational following the COVID-19 pandemic for some time now, one piece of the puzzle is still missing with no return date set. ...

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New Nametags Surprise Disney Cast Members

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For over 50 years, nametags have been an esteemed tradition at the Walt Disney World Resort, embodying the spirit of Disney magic. RELATED: Disney Cast Members Are About to Get NEW Nametags! Starting May 16 2023, Walt Disney World Resort Cast Members will don a fresh addition to their costumes—an all-new nametag! Cast members embrace the opportunity to be part of ...

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Disney World Offers New 4 Park Ticket

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Disney World remains one of the most popular tourist destinations in America, if not the world. Despite modern controversies such as park reservations, the canceled Disney Express Buses, and the ongoing feud with Governor Ron DeSantis, Walt Disney World Resort remains the company’s most successful venture. RELATED: Disney’s Latest Offer Could Get You Two Park Tickets for the Price of One ...

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Florida Targets Disney’s Monorail

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The ongoing battle between the State of Florida/Governor Ron DeSantis, and The Walt Disney Company/Bob Iger has reached a new chapter. This one goes after the Walt Disney World monorail system. Monorail Inspections Governor Ron DeSantis had previously mentioned monorail inspections coming to Disney World, but it wasn’t official until yesterday, May 11, 2023. The new bill (HB 1305), passed ...

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