Shannen Michaelsen

Shannen has been a Disney Parks fan and lover of dogs since childhood, despite Pluto's attempt to eat Shannen's Minnie Mouse doll the first time they met. They've made up now. You can email Shannen at shannen@mail.hkdrnt.com.

North Carolina Senator Introduces ‘Mickey’s Freedom Restoration Act’ Inviting Disney to the Tar Heel State

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Amidst the rising and continued tension between Walt Disney World and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, North Carolina state senator Michael Garrett has introduced Senate Bill 594, “Mickey’s Freedom Restoration Act,” which invites Disney to the Tar Heel State and, ultimately, paves the way for any major new theme park to stake its claim in the … Read more

Platinum Disney100 Decoration Arrives at Disney Springs

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Shannen has been a Disney Parks fan and lover of dogs since childhood, despite Pluto's attempt to eat Shannen's Minnie Mouse doll the first time they met. They've made up now. You can email Shannen at shannen@mail.hkdrnt.com.

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A platinum 100 is now on display at Disney Springs, near the exit of Orange Garage, as part of the Disney100 celebration. The giant 100 sits on a platinum base branded with “Disney100.” The decoration is in a planter at the bottom of the Orange Garage stairs near the AMC. Similar decorations were installed at … Read more

Board’s Lawyer Says Disney’s Reedy Creek Agreement is Illegal, ‘Caper Worthy of Scrooge McDuck’

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Shannen has been a Disney Parks fan and lover of dogs since childhood, despite Pluto's attempt to eat Shannen's Minnie Mouse doll the first time they met. They've made up now. You can email Shannen at shannen@mail.hkdrnt.com.

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One of the lawyers for the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District’s Board of Supervisors claims Disney’s deal with the previous Reedy Creek Improvement District board violates state law. During the board’s Wednesday meeting, they met with legal counsel, including David H. Thompson of Cooper & Kirk. Thompson said, “The bottom line is that Disney engaged … Read more

Reedy Creek Board Discusses Monetizing Land, New Zoning

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Shannen Michaelsen

Shannen has been a Disney Parks fan and lover of dogs since childhood, despite Pluto's attempt to eat Shannen's Minnie Mouse doll the first time they met. They've made up now. You can email Shannen at shannen@mail.hkdrnt.com.

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The Central Florida Tourism Oversight District (formerly the Reedy Creek Improvement District) Board of Supervisors held a meeting today during which they terminated the Planning and Zoning Board. Chair Martin Garcia also said that the district would be looking into monetizing the district’s land assets, including creating new zoning for affordable workforce housing. Monetizing the … Read more

RUMOR: Mel’s Drive-In Closing for Refurbishment, Minion Café Opening in Late May at Universal Studios Florida

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Shannen Michaelsen

Shannen has been a Disney Parks fan and lover of dogs since childhood, despite Pluto's attempt to eat Shannen's Minnie Mouse doll the first time they met. They've made up now. You can email Shannen at shannen@mail.hkdrnt.com.

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Rumors indicate that Mel’s Drive-In Restaurant at Universal Studios Florida will close for a refurbishment at the end of May to coincide with the grand opening of Minion Café. Mel’s Drive-In Restaurant Mel’s Drive-In is in the Hollywood section of Universal Studios Florida, around the corner and down the street from where Minion Café will … Read more

Space Mountain Exit Through Tomorrowland Launch Depot Opens at Magic Kingdom

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Shannen Michaelsen

Shannen has been a Disney Parks fan and lover of dogs since childhood, despite Pluto's attempt to eat Shannen's Minnie Mouse doll the first time they met. They've made up now. You can email Shannen at shannen@mail.hkdrnt.com.

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The Space Mountain exit at Magic Kingdom has been restored! Guests now exit the roller-coaster through Tomorrowland Launch Depot, which was the ride’s exit before it closed for a TRON makeover. Space Mountain Exit Guests exit Space Mountain through doors in the side of the store and can enjoy the air conditioning a little longer. … Read more

DeSantis’ Reedy Creek Board Fires Planning Board, Takes Over

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Shannen Michaelsen

Shannen has been a Disney Parks fan and lover of dogs since childhood, despite Pluto's attempt to eat Shannen's Minnie Mouse doll the first time they met. They've made up now. You can email Shannen at shannen@mail.hkdrnt.com.

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The Central Florida Tourism Oversight District Board of Supervisors, appointed by Governor DeSantis to take over Reedy Creek Improvement District, unanimously voted to terminate the Planning and Zoning Board members and appoint themselves as the local planning agency. This makes the Board of Supervisors “the final decision-making authority for the District” and ensures “no further … Read more

Bookings for New Owners of Villas at Disneyland Hotel Opening May 16

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Shannen Michaelsen

Shannen has been a Disney Parks fan and lover of dogs since childhood, despite Pluto's attempt to eat Shannen's Minnie Mouse doll the first time they met. They've made up now. You can email Shannen at shannen@mail.hkdrnt.com.

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New Disney Vacation Club owners of The Villas at Disneyland Hotel will be able to book their first stays beginning May 16, 2023. Disneyland Hotel DVC Bookings The new Disney Vacation Club tower will open on September 8, 2023. Point sales open on May 2 to existing Disney Vacation Club members and to the public … Read more

Next Round of Disney Layoffs to Eliminate 15% of Entertainment Division

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Shannen Michaelsen

Shannen has been a Disney Parks fan and lover of dogs since childhood, despite Pluto's attempt to eat Shannen's Minnie Mouse doll the first time they met. They've made up now. You can email Shannen at shannen@mail.hkdrnt.com.

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In their next round of layoffs, The Walt Disney Company will eliminate about 15% of the staff of their entertainment division, according to Bloomberg‘s sources. The Walt Disney Company looks to reduce its workforce by roughly 7,000 employees with three rounds of layoffs. Cuts in this second round will come from TV, film, theme parks, … Read more

Universal Orlando Resort Reveals UOAP-Exclusive Jurassic World Magnet, Menu Items, and More Perks for May 2023

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Shannen Michaelsen

Shannen has been a Disney Parks fan and lover of dogs since childhood, despite Pluto's attempt to eat Shannen's Minnie Mouse doll the first time they met. They've made up now. You can email Shannen at shannen@mail.hkdrnt.com.

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Universal Orlando Resort has announced all of their Passholder Bonus Benefits for May 2023, including a new UOAP magnet and exclusive menu items. Passholder Bonus Benefits will be available from May 1 to May 26, 2023. Exclusive Entrance Passholders can enter Universal’s Islands of Adventure through an exclusive entrance from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. … Read more

Platinum 100 Decoration Added to Disney’s Animal Kingdom Entrance

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Shannen Michaelsen

Shannen has been a Disney Parks fan and lover of dogs since childhood, despite Pluto's attempt to eat Shannen's Minnie Mouse doll the first time they met. They've made up now. You can email Shannen at shannen@mail.hkdrnt.com.

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A platinum 100 decoration has been erected near the Disney’s Animal Kingdom entrance in honor of the Disney100 celebration. The giant 100 sits on a rectangular base in a planter just before the Disney’s Animal Kingdom ticket windows. “Disney100” is also on the base. A PhotoPass photographer was on hand to take pictures of guests … Read more

New Disney100 Decades 1940s Three Caballeros Minnie Ear Headband at Walt Disney World

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Shannen Michaelsen

Shannen has been a Disney Parks fan and lover of dogs since childhood, despite Pluto's attempt to eat Shannen's Minnie Mouse doll the first time they met. They've made up now. You can email Shannen at shannen@mail.hkdrnt.com.

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A Three Caballeros Minnie ear headband has arrived at Walt Disney World as part of the Disney100 Decades 1940s Collection. We found it in Discovery Trading Company in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Three Caballeros Minnie Ear Headband – $39.99 This Minnie ear headband is pink and yellow, with the Three Caballeros — Panchito Pistoles, Donald Duck, and … Read more

New Disney100 Decades 1940s Collection Featuring Pinocchio, Three Caballeros, and Fantasia Available at Disneyland Resort

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Shannen Michaelsen

Shannen has been a Disney Parks fan and lover of dogs since childhood, despite Pluto's attempt to eat Shannen's Minnie Mouse doll the first time they met. They've made up now. You can email Shannen at shannen@mail.hkdrnt.com.

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The Disney100 Decades 1940s Collection has arrived at Disneyland Resort. This group of merch includes items inspired by the Three Caballeros, Pinocchio, “Fantasia,” and Scrooge McDuck. We found it in World of Disney at Downtown Disney District. Three Caballeros Minnie Ear Headband – $39.99 This Minnie ear headband is pink and yellow, with the Three Caballeros … Read more

PHOTOS: New Guardians of the Galaxy Skyliner Popcorn Bucket Now Available at EPCOT

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Shannen Michaelsen

Shannen has been a Disney Parks fan and lover of dogs since childhood, despite Pluto's attempt to eat Shannen's Minnie Mouse doll the first time they met. They've made up now. You can email Shannen at shannen@mail.hkdrnt.com.

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A new popcorn bucket shaped like a Disney Skyliner gondola and featuring “Guardians of the Galaxy” characters is available at EPCOT. We picked up the popcorn bucket from the stand near Creations Shop. Guardians of the Galaxy Skyliner Popcorn Bucket – $19 The bucket is dark blue. The top flips open as the lid. Groot … Read more

Disney Vacation Club Points Charts Released for Villas at Disneyland Hotel

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Shannen Michaelsen

Shannen has been a Disney Parks fan and lover of dogs since childhood, despite Pluto's attempt to eat Shannen's Minnie Mouse doll the first time they met. They've made up now. You can email Shannen at shannen@mail.hkdrnt.com.

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The Disney Vacation Club points charts have been released for the Villas at Disneyland Hotel, which is opening on September 28. Cash rates were revealed last month when bookings opened. Disney also announced the sales date for the Villas, which is in May. The room types included on the 2023 and 2024 charts include Duo … Read more

Disneyland Resort Security Cast Members Getting $8 Raise

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Shannen Michaelsen

Shannen has been a Disney Parks fan and lover of dogs since childhood, despite Pluto's attempt to eat Shannen's Minnie Mouse doll the first time they met. They've made up now. You can email Shannen at shannen@mail.hkdrnt.com.

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Disneyland Resort security Cast Members will get an $8 per hour raise in phases over the next two years, Orange County Register reports. Disneyland Resort Security Cast Members Raise Over 1,300 Disneyland Resort security Cast Members are represented by Security, Police and Fire Professionals of America (SPFPA). SPFPA represents over 27,000 security professionals in the … Read more

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