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I'm a lifetime annual passholder who's spent a lot of time in the Florida theme parks, and I've noticed the mistakes people make on Disney vacations.

Walt Disney World is preparing to open its highly anticipated new attraction, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind.

Walt Disney World shared new renderings of the new experiences and locations coming to EPCOT.

A Tennessee family recently was visiting Disney World, but spending quality time together was interrupted when they realized a device was tracking their every move. Jennifer Gaston told FOX 35 Orlando the family was on the monorail to get back to their car when they received a notification saying someone with an AirTag device was tracking them. “We were terrified, we were confused, hurt, and scared,” Gaston told FOX 35 Orlando. An AirTag is a coin-shaped Apple product typically used to keep track of keys. “This story could have ended way differently,” Gaston told the outlet.

I played roles like Winnie the Pooh, King Louie, and Chip 'n' Dale at the Florida theme parks, and people are always curious about my Disney job.

Meta Quest Virtual Reality Experience featuring ILMxLAB’s Star Wars: Tales from the Galaxy’s Edge Coming to Disney Springs

The separately ticketed event is scheduled to begin Aug. 12 and run through Halloween night at Disney’s Magic Kingdom theme park.

From the gourmet meals and missions to the VIP perks and room with a droid, here's what the galactic experience was like — and why we'd do it again.

I've gone to Disney World for over 30 years, staying at many hotels on the property. Here are my top picks for families on a budget and adults.

Orange and Osceola counties could take on a massive debt held by Disney if Gov. Ron DeSantis signs a bill revoking Disney World's special regulatory status.

Many Republican leaders are threatening to punish companies, alleging that these firms should be more supportive of a social conservative agenda.

Florida's Republican governor, Ron DeSantis, has asked lawmakers to consider a bill that would halt Disney World's exemptions to state regulations that were established more than 50 years ago.

Walt Disney World is preparing to celebrate Earth Day at its Animal Kingdom theme park.

The resort is currently celebrating its 50th anniversary celebration, and now is the perfect time to celebrate the season and upcoming Easter holiday. If you plan on visiting, we have uncovered a number of fun activities for families to experience while out exploring the theme parks and nearby resort hotels.

Some think you can only spend half a day at Animal Kingdom, but as a travel planner, I know there's plenty to do. Here's what we did and what it cost.

It’s perhaps one of the last things that guests at Walt Disney World have been waiting to see return: an up-close moment, picture or autograph with Mickey Mouse and other popular characters.

Walt Disney World released a new photo earlier this week that shows a piece of the queue for the all-new attraction, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind.

We were visiting the Orlando theme parks multiple times a month, so we decided to build our new home just minutes away from Magic Kingdom.

Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship, the Disney Wish, is promising to be one of the company’s most magical ships ever built.

Walt Disney World has announced its Minnie Van transportation service will be returning to the resort this summer.

Don't make the same mistakes I did. Whether it's your first time or it's been a while, here's what you should know about visiting Universal Orlando.

According to travel app Hopper, the average price of a domestic round-trip ticket has surged 26% over the last year to $290.

Rain gear, comfortable shoes, and a portable phone charger are essential for a trip to the theme parks, but extra snacks are a waste of luggage space.

The purple street signs directed drivers to Disney World's theme parks, resorts, and more. They were first introduced in the 1990s.

The limited-edition popcorn bucket, shaped like the character Figment, was created for Epcot's 2022 International Festival of the Arts.

Horticulture teams at Walt Disney World have their hands full ahead of the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival.

Florida law bars employers from requiring vaccinations, though Disney says 90% of its workers are already inoculated.

Florida law bars employers from requiring vaccinations, though Disney says 90% of its workers are already inoculated.

Walt Disney World has shared details on its blog about some of the delicious food and drinks at its resort hotels for the holiday season.

As most might know, October marked 50 years since Disney World opened its doors.

The Mr. Toad peanut-butter dome cake is for Disney World's 50th-anniversary celebration, and it kinda deserves the hate it's getting from fans online.

As Walt Disney World continues to celebrate the World’s Most Magical Celebration for its 50th anniversary, things are about to get even more festive for the holiday season.

From limited-edition merchandise and treats to homages to the past, Walt Disney World is going all out for its big 50th celebration at the parks.

A 23-year-old TikToker filmed the incident and told Insider that the man went about his day after climbing the Disney World landmark.

From riding Pirates of the Caribbean and Living With the Land to exploring Epcot and Galaxy's Edge, here's what I like to do at Disney every month.

A report from the Orange County Sheriff's Office says the man was found using the stolen iPad at Disney World's Hollywood Studios in June.

The surf is always up in Waco, Texas, thanks to an artificial wave so good it's attracting top professionals and casual riders. It's a sign of just how far the technology of wave making has come.

Disney World was not the happiest place on earth over the weekend.

Whether it’s your first time visiting or the 50th, here is our list of hidden gems to take in at the Magic Kingdom.

Walt Disney World shared more details Friday about the all-new nighttime show coming to Magic Kingdom for the 50th anniversary celebration.

With the new Disney Genie+ service - which replaces the free FastPass service - customers will need to pay extra if they want to skip lines.

No charges have been filed against the dog's owner at the time of writing, according to the Orange County Sheriff's Office.

Masks will be required at all indoor county facilities in Miami-Dade County, and all of Orange County's 4,200 non-unionized county employees must be fully vaccinated by end September.

Walt Disney World has announced a number of new entertainment experiences returning to the resort next month.

The animatronic will be featured at Disney World's Hall of Presidents attraction in Magic Kingdom. It will also speak during the show.

Walt Disney World gave new details Monday about its upcoming holiday celebrations.

What a big year 1971 was. Here, we break down the 50th anniversaries of some of the biggest health initiatives, some serious industry game-changers, and more.

Though Disney vacations become increasingly expensive each year, diehard fans are still eager to visit the company's theme parks.

Many participants of a recent Insider survey said they want to visit a Disney theme park but can't afford a trip.

Visiting Disney World isn't cheap, but added costs like parking and fancy resorts aren't necessary, according to a former employee and avid fan.

Universal Orlando and Disney World said Friday that guests will no longer be required to wear masks while outdoors starting Saturday at the parks.

After the CDC issued guidance that says fully vaccinated do not need to wear masks indoors and outdoors, Disney CEO said it was "very big news."

After the CDC issued guidance that says fully vaccinated do not need to wear masks indoors and outdoors, Disney CEO said it was "very big news."

After starting with the Disney College Program and getting hired on as a full-time employee, I knew I had to quit my dream job at Disney World.

HOLLAND – Alaina Diaz’s mom exclaimed that the Eagles were going to Disney World after Wednesday night’s Division 1 regional final at West Ottawa. For the second time in school history, the Eagles are headed to the quarterfinals after beating East Grand Rapids 52-47. The Eagles led 16-4 after the first quarter, and while the Pioneers came charging back, Hudsonville never did relinquish its lead. The Pioneers and Eagles were scheduled to clash in last year’s regional final. This is our second regional championship in school history.”The Pioneers fought back in the second quarter, trimming the deficit to 24-18 at halftime.

The parents say they want to be recognized as stakeholders and get greater transparency from CPS. They want a renewed urgency to improving remote learning, since most students still be receiving lessons online at least part time. And group said it wants a focus on mental health and social-emotional needs, as well as improved technology and as much as a $100-per-month stipend for families who are spending more on internet service because the district-provided hotspots can be unreliable.

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Disney World has made major changes to make sure guests have a safe and enjoyable experience when they visit the parks. Nina Fabinksi, a travel agent with TMC Travel, books a lot of Disney vacations. I did not want to send someone in a situation that I didn’t 100% support and experience myself,” Fabinski said. Fabinski’s family traveled to Disney World in August and checked out all the parks during their stay: Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Hollywood Studios and Animal Kingdom as well as Disney Springs. There is no parade, no fireworks and limited character breakfasts but Fabinski says Disney World is still delivering on the magic families expect.

ORLANDO, Fla. – Squeezed by limits on attendance at its theme parks and other restrictions due to the pandemic, The Walt Disney Co. said Tuesday it planned to lay off 28,000 workers in its parks division in California and Florida. Two-thirds of the planned layoffs involve part-time workers but they ranged from salaried employees to hourly workers, Disney officials said. The Florida parks reopened this summer, but the California parks have yet to reopen as the company awaits guidance from the state of California. Disney officials didn't offer a breakdown of the layoffs between the Florida and California operations. Walt Disney World in Florida has around 77,000 employees, while the Disneyland Resort in California has more than 30,000 workers.

A locked gate is seen after the Hong Kong Disneyland theme park has been closed, following the coronavirus outbreak in Hong Kong, China January 26, 2020. Hong Kong relaxed a number of Covid-19 restrictions last week after testing of nearly 2 million people in the region, and finding only 42 cases of the virus. Walt Disney only holds a minority stake in the park, while Hong Kong holds the majority stake. Disney's theme parks are part of a broader segment called parks, experiences and consumer products, which also includes its hotels, cruise lines and merchandise. Head of Parks Josh D'Amaro was quick to note that more than 80,000 people rely on the company for employment in the area, during a Disney Parks update with media on Tuesday.

Day 2 of NBA pre-season scrimmages were packed with some competitive match ups and looked as though players were taking the scrimmages as serious as a game. Lonnie Walker led the way for the Spurs with 14 points and Dejounte Murray added 13 points and four rebounds for the squad. Anthony Davis added 12 points and Quinn Cook notched 13 points. Dario Saric added 12 points and six rebounds, while rising star Devin Booker added 13 points. For the Jazz, Donovan Mitchell had 17 points and four assists while Mike Conley added 12 points.

The NBA is set to begin pre-season scrimmages in the bubble at Disney World in Orlando. Los Angeles Clippers vs. Orlando Magic -- 3 p.m. ESTThe Los Angeles Clippers bring back superstars Kawhi Leonard and Paul George while the Orlando Magic bring back high flyer Aaron Gordon. Sacramento Kings vs. Miami Heat -- 8 p.m. ESTThe Sacramento Kings have to rally back after losing star forward Marvin Bagley III to a foot injury for the season. With Jimmy Butler and rookie Tyler Herro, the Heat bring some fire players. The NBA will be using 10-minute quarters instead of the usual 12 minutes for the scrimmages.

ORLANDO, Fla. – Walt Disney World is set to once again open its gates to the Magic Kingdom following a lengthy closure due to the coronavirus pandemic. But with most families staying inside and not traveling, how crowded will the theme parks really be when they reopen? Park Capacity Capacity at 25% Magic Kingdom 57,000 people 14,250 people Epcot 34,093 people 8,523 people Hollywood Studios 30,843 people 7,710 people Animal Kingdom 37,671 people 9,417 peopleA park at 25% capacity would mean very minimal wait times. As we can all imagine, visiting a Disney theme park when it reopens will be a new experience for all -- no matter how many times you’ve visited. The Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Animal Kingdom parks will open first July 11, with Epcot and Disney’s Hollywood Studios reopening July 15.

According to Disney, buses and monorails will implement a combination of physical distancing and physical barriers to provide separation between guest parties. Ground markings will help promote proper physical distancing in attraction queues at Walt Disney World Resort theme parks in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Matt Stroshane, photographer)In order to provide appropriate social distancing, Walt Disney World is only allowing a limited number of guests to visit each theme park per day. “Ground markings will help promote proper physical distancing throughout the parks, including attraction queues,” Disney said. Guests at Walt Disney World Resort theme parks in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., are encouraged to use cashless payment options whenever possible when making purchases as the parks begin their phased reopening July 11, 2020.

It’s transformation central at Disney Parks in the U.S., as Disney officially announced that it has big plans for Splash Mountain at Walt Disney World and Disneyland. MORE: Petition calls for Disney Parks to change theme of Splash MountainIf you haven’t heard of the film, you’re not alone. If you’re unfamiliar with Splash Mountain, here’s a little background. Splash Mountain follows happy-go-lucky Br’er Rabbit as he looks for his “laughing place.” All the while, Br’er Bear and Br’er Fox are in hot pursuit of Br’er Rabbit. “Many adults and children ride this attraction because it brings back childhood memories,” the “Keep Splash Mountain” petition said.

ORLANDO, Fla. Universal Orlando is aiming to reopen its theme parks in early June, a resort official said Thursday, more than two months after the company joined crosstown rivals Disney World and SeaWorld in closing their gates to stop the spread of the new coronavirus. Universal Orlando executive John Sprouls asked Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings for approval to open the companys theme parks as early as June 5, the Orlando Sentinel reported. Universal, Disney World and SeaWorld have been closed since mid-March in an effort to stop the virus's spread. Officials with Disney World havent said when they plan to reopen. Many of those same protocols will be implemented at the theme parks.

The entrance to the Magic Kingdom at Disney World is seen on the first day of closure as theme parks in the Orlando area suspend operations for two weeks in an effort to curb the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19). Paul Hennessy/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images)New guidelines provided by a local government task force in Florida offer theme park fans a glimpse of what to expect when Disney and Universal are finally able to open to the public once the coronavirus pandemic eases. The Orange County Economic Recovery Task Force suggested a two-phase plan for allowing visitors back into theme parks that includes recommendations and mandates. Theme park staff will be required to wear face masks and regularly wipe down surfaces and railings throughout the park. The Florida task force that devised this plan is made up of 44 people, including Disney, Universal and SeaWorld executives and members of the local business community.

During the furlough, employees will receive full health-care benefits, with Disney paying the cost of employee and company premiums. The entire Disney Parks, Experiences and Products segment has around 177,000 cast members, this includes people who work in its theme parks and at retail locations like the Disney Store. "This reality has been sobering to all of us," executives from Disney Parks, Experiences and Products wrote in a letter to staff Thursday. Disney's theme parks across the globe are closed indefinitely since large gatherings have been restricted. It's unclear how the closure of the two California Disney parks will impact the opening of the Avengers Campus expansion at California Adventure.

Kids get to have a lot of fun, like have all their friends over for a big birthday party, or go trick or treating, but adults want to have fun too! Today on “What’s the Buzz” we talked about things kids get to do when they are young, and if adults should be able to do the same thing when they are older. So, should adults be able to participate in nap time? Is it weird for adults to have a big birthday party every year? We asked them: Should adults have a big birthday party every year?

Fireworks explode over the Cinderella Castle at The Magic Kingdom, part of Disney World on January 20, 2017 in Orlando, Florida, US. Powell's position at Disney included overseeing Disneyland Resort, Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Paris. Walt Disney World Resort will be led by Josh D'Amaro, who previously was president of Disneyland Resorts. In addition, Disney has promoted George Kalogridis, who has led Walt Disney World Resort since 2013, to the role of president of Disney segment development and enrichment. Kalogridis started his career at Disney as an original cast member from Walt Disney World's opening in 1971.

The 2-year-old boy killed in an alligator attack at a Disney World resort will be buried Tuesday in Nebraska. Lane Graves was grabbed by the predator in a lagoon, and divers found his body after a 16-hour search. Now there are growing questions about how much Disney could be held responsible for the attack. CBS News legal expert Rikki Klieman joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the case.

It appears the alligator attack that killed Lane Graves isn't the first time park visitors have encountered the predators at Disney World. One family told Mark Strassmann they alerted officials after a gator almost snatched their son in April of 2015.