Just hours after health officials confirmed a third case of the coronavirus in the U.S., they've bumped that number to five. The third case was in Orange County, California and now we're learning the fifth case is in Los Angeles County. The five patients across the country — all people who'd traveled recently to Wuhan,... Continue Reading →
The world lost a legend on Sunday. Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gianna were two of 9 people killed in a California helicopter crash. The two were on their way to a basketball tournament where Kobe was expected to coach and Gianna was going to play. The death of the NBA legend, Oscar-winner and... Continue Reading →
The third case of the deadly coronavirus has been detected in the U.S. and it's right in Disneyland's backyard. Officials confirm Orange County, California is home to the third case in the country. The virus was first discovered in China, infecting nearly 2,000 people, and has since spread to Europe and North America. According to... Continue Reading →
Shanghai Disney Resort and Hong Kong Disneyland has closed their gates indefinitely as the deadly coronavirus, which originated in Asia, spreads across the globe. Shanghai Disney Resort is allowing guests to reuse their tickets in the future, as we described in a previous blog post, and now we're showing you what to do if you... Continue Reading →
Following Shanghai Disney Resort, Hong Kong Disneyland is closing indefinitely as health officials try to get a grip on the quickly-spreading coronavirus. The sickness was first discovered in China and has spreading rapidly. Twitter user Leo Chan posted a picture of a sign placed outside the park. https://twitter.com/leochansf/status/1221238485081681921?s=21 At least 65 people have died thus... Continue Reading →
The deadly coronavirus outbreak has forced Shanghai Disney Resort to close its gates temporarily. China is ground zero for the disease, which his already killed 25+ people. Starting January 25th, Shanghai Disneyland Park, Disneytown, the Walt Disney Grand Theatre and Wishing Star Park will all be closed until further notice. According to the park's website,... Continue Reading →
Shanghai Disney Resort is offering ticket refunds in the midst of a virus outbreak. The coronavirus has become fatal in parts of China, killing upwards of 25 people. On the park's website, Disney says it will reschedule or refund tickets as well as hotel reservations. The post does not specifically mention the Coronavirus, but fears... Continue Reading →
Catherine Powell, who ran the U.S. and Paris theme parks for Walt Disney Co. is leaving the company. The 15-year veteran is departing to do something different, Disney said Monday. Powell was credited with reinvigorating the company’s two Disneyland Paris parks with new attractions. She also worked in Disney’s TV division earlier in her career.... Continue Reading →
Walt Disney World is modifying operating hours as Hurricane Dorian approaches Florida. Disney has announced early closures at all four parks Tuesday Sept. 3rd: Magic Kingdom will close at 3 p.m. Epcot will close at 3 p.m. Animal Kingdom will close at 2 p.m. Hollywood Studios will close at 2 p.m. Disney Springs will close... Continue Reading →
