Chuck Mirarchi

Just like many Disney fans, Chuck has been passionate about anything Disney ever since he was a child. He and his family's first trip to a Disney Park were in 1972 when they went to Walt Disney World. Chuck particularly loves anything that has to do with the history of The Walt Disney Company.

Kristoff & Sven Added to Tike’s Peak at Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park

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Chuck Mirarchi

Just like many Disney fans, Chuck has been passionate about anything Disney ever since he was a child. He and his family's first trip to a Disney Park were in 1972 when they went to Walt Disney World. Chuck particularly loves anything that has to do with the history of The Walt Disney Company.

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Last month Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park reopened after a lengthy refurbishment. Over at Tikes Peak, an area with scaled-down attractions for little ones, received a “Frozen” retheming. During a recent visit, we found that Kristoff & his pal reindeer Sven — as children — were added to the area. Peeking out from a snow … Read more

Walt Disney World Resort Hotel Parking Restrictions Extend to ALL Resorts Over Holiday Season

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Chuck Mirarchi

Just like many Disney fans, Chuck has been passionate about anything Disney ever since he was a child. He and his family's first trip to a Disney Park were in 1972 when they went to Walt Disney World. Chuck particularly loves anything that has to do with the history of The Walt Disney Company.

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Effective today, Walt Disney World Resort hotel parking restrictions have now been extended to all resorts over the holiday season. Only guests staying at that particular resort or with a confirmed dining reservation are allowed to park. However, this parking privilege does not apply to guests who have placed a mobile order or who intend … Read more

Walt Disney World to Host Tampa Bay Rays for Spring Training After Hurricane Damaged Training Facility

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Chuck Mirarchi

Just like many Disney fans, Chuck has been passionate about anything Disney ever since he was a child. He and his family's first trip to a Disney Park were in 1972 when they went to Walt Disney World. Chuck particularly loves anything that has to do with the history of The Walt Disney Company.

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Earlier this month, the Tampa Bay Rays announced they needed to relocate their spring base for 2023 due to extensive damage to team training facilities caused by Hurricane Ian. At the time, they said they were exploring “several options.” Now, Disney and the Tampa Bay Rays have announced that Major League Baseball will be returning to … Read more

2023 Minnie Ear Headband Now Available at Walt Disney World

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Chuck Mirarchi

Just like many Disney fans, Chuck has been passionate about anything Disney ever since he was a child. He and his family's first trip to a Disney Park were in 1972 when they went to Walt Disney World. Chuck particularly loves anything that has to do with the history of The Walt Disney Company.

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Why ring in the new year with a generic glitter tiara or 2023 glasses when you can do it stylishly with a 2023 Minnie ear headband? We found the latest addition to the 2023 collection at the Emporium on Main Street, U.S.A., at the Magic Kingdom. 2023 Minnie Ear Headband – $34.99 This fun Minnie … Read more

Disney Cruise Line Brings Back 50% off Required Deposit for Limited Time

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Chuck Mirarchi

Just like many Disney fans, Chuck has been passionate about anything Disney ever since he was a child. He and his family's first trip to a Disney Park were in 1972 when they went to Walt Disney World. Chuck particularly loves anything that has to do with the history of The Walt Disney Company.

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Disney Cruise Line is offering a promotion for new bookings departing between June 19, 2023, and May 31, 2024, where the initial deposit is 50% off and does not require final payment at the time of booking. The remaining balance will be due at the time of final payment. However, this offer does not apply … Read more

Walt Disney World Resort Hosts First-Ever Toys for Tots Distribution Event

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Chuck Mirarchi

Just like many Disney fans, Chuck has been passionate about anything Disney ever since he was a child. He and his family's first trip to a Disney Park were in 1972 when they went to Walt Disney World. Chuck particularly loves anything that has to do with the history of The Walt Disney Company.

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The holiday season is here and Walt Disney World cast members are spreading joy and cheer by participating in the Disney Ultimate Toy Drive. This annual event supports the Marine Toys for Tots Program, which helps bring gifts to children in need. The atmosphere at the resort is festive, with twinkling lights and the aroma … Read more

Former Imagineers Publicly Criticize Modern Disney Hotels That Remove Theme from Spaces, Ask Bob Iger to Make Changes

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Chuck Mirarchi

Just like many Disney fans, Chuck has been passionate about anything Disney ever since he was a child. He and his family's first trip to a Disney Park were in 1972 when they went to Walt Disney World. Chuck particularly loves anything that has to do with the history of The Walt Disney Company.

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Eddie Sotto, a former Disney Imagineer who is recognized as one of the most influential theme park experts in the world, believes that Disney resorts are becoming too generic. On Twitter, Sotto responded to our story from last week on the upcoming refurbishment of Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa’s lobby. “It seems that all … Read more

Lava Pool Water Slide at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Closing for Refurbishment in January 2023

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Chuck Mirarchi

Just like many Disney fans, Chuck has been passionate about anything Disney ever since he was a child. He and his family's first trip to a Disney Park were in 1972 when they went to Walt Disney World. Chuck particularly loves anything that has to do with the history of The Walt Disney Company.

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For you polar bears out there headed to Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort next year, you might want to rethink some of your plans. Starting in early January, the Lava Pool water slide will be closed to guests for routine maintenance. The refurbishment kicks off on January 3, 2023. Disney has stated that the Lava Pool … Read more

Disney Stock Tumbles, Some Blame it on “Avatar: The Way of Water” Box Office Performance

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Chuck Mirarchi

Just like many Disney fans, Chuck has been passionate about anything Disney ever since he was a child. He and his family's first trip to a Disney Park were in 1972 when they went to Walt Disney World. Chuck particularly loves anything that has to do with the history of The Walt Disney Company.

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Last week, “Avatar: The Way of Water” opened worldwide at the box office. Although it had a respectable showing at the box office, taking in roughly $134 million in domestic markets, Disney had forecasted a $135-$150 million opening weekend. Disney stock [$DIS] has tumbled over $4.00 in today’s trading. Some are blaming the disappointing results … Read more

Disneyland’s Haunted Mansion Holiday Overlay Extended by 3 Weeks

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Chuck Mirarchi

Just like many Disney fans, Chuck has been passionate about anything Disney ever since he was a child. He and his family's first trip to a Disney Park were in 1972 when they went to Walt Disney World. Chuck particularly loves anything that has to do with the history of The Walt Disney Company.

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Disneyland’s Haunted Mansion Holiday overlay originally planned to end in the first week of January, has been extended for an additional three weeks, allowing guests to continue experiencing it. We noticed that the holiday version of the attraction will now run until January 30, 2023. After that, the attraction will close and be returned to … Read more

Disney+ Releases Video Showcasing New Footage for Upcoming Media Including ‘Peter Pan & Wendy’ and ‘Loki’ Season 2

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Chuck Mirarchi

Just like many Disney fans, Chuck has been passionate about anything Disney ever since he was a child. He and his family's first trip to a Disney Park were in 1972 when they went to Walt Disney World. Chuck particularly loves anything that has to do with the history of The Walt Disney Company.

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The Walt Disney Company has unveiled a 30-second teaser showcasing a selection of the upcoming shows set to be released on Disney Plus starting in January 2023. The lineup features a mix of new Originals, movies, and TV series. The streaming service offers a variety of content from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic, … Read more

BREAKING: Tokyo Disney Resort Bans Merchandise Reselling

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Chuck Mirarchi

Just like many Disney fans, Chuck has been passionate about anything Disney ever since he was a child. He and his family's first trip to a Disney Park were in 1972 when they went to Walt Disney World. Chuck particularly loves anything that has to do with the history of The Walt Disney Company.

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The Tokyo Disney Resort has recently updated its “Theme Park Usage Agreement,” and listed in its “Prohibited Acts” section is this little gem — “Purchasing products or souvenirs for the purpose of resale.” Yes, Tokyo Disney Resort has now made buying merchandise for the purpose of reselling it a reason to be removed from the … Read more

Universal Orlando Resort Offering Exclusive Rolling Backpack with $75+ Purchase

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Chuck Mirarchi

Just like many Disney fans, Chuck has been passionate about anything Disney ever since he was a child. He and his family's first trip to a Disney Park were in 1972 when they went to Walt Disney World. Chuck particularly loves anything that has to do with the history of The Walt Disney Company.

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Universal Orlando Resort has just made your holiday shopping just a bit easier. When you spend $75 or more on a qualifying purchase, for an additional $60 you can purchase this new Universal Rolling Backpack. Universal Studios Rolling Backpack Offer – $60.00 (with $75+ qualifying purchases) The rolling backpack has a baseball feel to it … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEOS: Save Donald From a Time Anomaly in the DuckTales World Showcase Adventure – Germany Missions at EPCOT

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Chuck Mirarchi

Just like many Disney fans, Chuck has been passionate about anything Disney ever since he was a child. He and his family's first trip to a Disney Park were in 1972 when they went to Walt Disney World. Chuck particularly loves anything that has to do with the history of The Walt Disney Company.

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The DuckTales World Showcase Adventure game is available at EPCOT through the Play Disney Parks app. We wrapped up our first mission in China, then we hit up Japan, and now we’re headed to Germany! So follow along for our full playthrough of this exciting new game! Getting Started The game requires the Play Disney … Read more

REVIEW: Enchanted Tiki Room Trader Sam’s Mug Featuring José & New Accompanying Drinks at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

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Chuck Mirarchi

Just like many Disney fans, Chuck has been passionate about anything Disney ever since he was a child. He and his family's first trip to a Disney Park were in 1972 when they went to Walt Disney World. Chuck particularly loves anything that has to do with the history of The Walt Disney Company.

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José, one of the four masters of ceremonies at Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room, has now been memorialized in the form of a tiki mug at Trader Sam’s! The José mug is sold with one of two beverages – an alcoholic and a non-alcoholic choice, so we headed down to try them both and pick … Read more

Shanghai Disney Resort Premiere of ‘Avatar: The Way of Water’ Included New Avatar-themed Projections & Fireworks at Enchanted Storybook Castle

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Chuck Mirarchi

Just like many Disney fans, Chuck has been passionate about anything Disney ever since he was a child. He and his family's first trip to a Disney Park were in 1972 when they went to Walt Disney World. Chuck particularly loves anything that has to do with the history of The Walt Disney Company.

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Last night, “Avatar: The Way of Water” had its China premiere at the Walt Disney Grand Theater in Disneytown at the Shanghai Disney Resort. Invited guests were treated to a special Avatar-themed nighttime show at Shanghai Disneyland theme park. The nearly three-and-a-half-minute show consisted of numerous fireworks and exquisite projects illuminating Enchanted Storybook Castle. As … Read more

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