Disney World president Josh D’Amaro to run Disney’s theme parks division
Josh D'Amaro has been Walt Disney World's president since September 2019. Before that, he was president of the Disneyland Resort.
January 2020 brings temporary ride closures to Disney World
The resort’s busiest period for ride refurbishments has historically come after the first weekend of January, once the holiday crowds have dissipated. January 2020 will be no exception.
Disney gets a pass when companies cut ties with SeaWorld over animal welfare
Disney World has dolphins, too, housed in The Seas pavilion at Epcot — yet the travel company policies that affect SeaWorld don’t seem to apply to the Mouse.
How Disney’s Animal Kingdom will celebrate the holidays
New entertainment and holiday decorations are coming this year to Animal Kingdom, the park that typically features the least holiday cheer at Disney World.
Orlando theme park attendance: SeaWorld, Animal Kingdom surged in 2018
Central Florida theme parks made up six of the top 15 worldwide and seven of the top 10 in North America in the 2018 TEA/AECOM Theme Index.
Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge offering early morning access for Disney World hotel guests
Recognizing the demand for the 14-acre “Star Wars”-themed land, Disney is trying some different approaches to control crowds.
Disney notes: ‘Rivers of Light’ update, Galaxy’s Edge reservation details at Disneyland
If Central Florida fans can't wait to see Galaxy's Edge, the only option is going to Disneyland, where the 14-acre land will open May 31 and require a no-cost reservation to gain access.
Disney+ lineup includes shows dedicated to theme parks
When the Disney+ streaming service launches on Nov. 12, one of its first original shows will be a documentary series about Walt Disney Imagineering.
Disney World history: Beastly the Unicorn’s journey to a fan’s backyard
This unicorn statue is a unique piece meant to promote a land that Disney World never built: Beastly Kingdom.