The rail company did not provide an estimation as to when construction may begin, or how the project is specifically being funded, although it is expected to take at least 2 to 3 years to complete once construction begins. Brightline, a high-speed rail service, has reached an agreement to build a train station near Disney... Continue Reading →
Coronavirus: Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis Issues “Stay-At-Home” Order for 30 Days
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is taking further action to prevent the spread of the coronavirus in the sunshine state. He is issuing a stay-at-home order for the next 30 days. The order goes into effect at midnight Thursday night. https://twitter.com/abc/status/1245401420867698693?s=21 The governor said "it makes sense to do this now" after President Donald Trump announced... Continue Reading →
Disneyland Closing Due to Coronavirus Through End of March
Hours after Governor Gavin Newsom exempted Disneyland from its announcement about closing public events due to the coronavirus, Disneyland announces their closure. https://twitter.com/disneyparksnews/status/1238199876824879104?s=21 Disneyland and Disney Californian Adventure Park will close Saturday through the end of the month. Hotels will close Monday, March 16th. Guests who had trips booked are eligible for refunds by calling... Continue Reading →
Coronavirus: California Health Officials Recommend Gatherings of 250+ People be Canceled
California Gavin Newsom sending out a late night announcement across his state. As concern continues to grow over the coronavirus, state health officials are now saying that gatherings with 250 people or more should be rescheduled or canceled The announcement defines a gathering as any event or convening that brings together people in a single... Continue Reading →
Coronavirus: Pres. Trump Suspends Travel to Europe
President Donald Trump dropping a bombshell announcement by suspended travel from the U.S. to Europe due to concerns over the coronavirus. https://twitter.com/whitehouse/status/1237906622577401856?s=21 This means no one will be able to make their way to Disneyland Paris. The announcement made from the Oval Office declared the ban would take effect Friday (March 14) at midnight. This... Continue Reading →
Two People in Florida Test Positive for Coronavirus
Two patients along the I-4 corridor have tested positive for the coronavirus, according to state officials. The novel virus has already shut down Disney Parks across Asia and now the first Florida cases have been confirmed about 90 minutes away from Walt Disney World. Governor Ron DeSantis has declared a public health emergency in Florida.... Continue Reading →
CEO Bob Iger Steps Down, Names Bob Chapek as Replacement in Surprise Announcement
Disney CEO Bob Iger, who has been the navigator of major business moves like the purchase of Star Wars, Pixar, Marvel and Fox's entertainment businesses and the launch of Disney+ is stepping down immediately. Iger made the surprise announcement Tuesday evening. The Walt Disney Co. named as his replacement Bob Chapek, most recently chairman of... Continue Reading →
Patient Diagnosed with Coronavirus in Orange County, California
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 →
Walt Disney World to Close Early Sept. 3rd as Hurricane Dorian Approaches
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 →
Lockdown Update: No Threat at Disneyland Paris, Several Hurt
We're following a developing story at Disneyland Paris where a lockdown sent guests into a panic. Minutes ago we learned from police that there is no threat at the property, but several guests were injured with "crowd movement." https://twitter.com/prefet77/status/1109569076014268418?s=21 Translated tweet: A crowd movement tonight at #DisneylandParis . Operation of #securite completed Police. Some slight... Continue Reading →