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If it seems like we’ve been talking about Disney+ quite a bit lately, that’s because we have!
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Disney World just announced a brand new hotel discount for Disney+ subscribers, and you know we’re paying the closest possible attention to every second of the newest Marvel series Moon Knight. And today, Disney+ is in the news again because they just announced the first-ever LIVE series will be coming to the streaming service!
The Walt Disney Company is involved in all kinds of industries, from theme parks to filmmaking to cruising and more.
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Lately, Disney has been investing quite a bit of time and energy into its real estate projects, including a recently announced affordable housing project in Orlando and a luxurious master-planned community, Cotino, in California’s Coachella Valley. As plans for these communities continue to take shape, Disney has just released details on the groundbreaking ceremony for Cotino.
Who doesn’t love LEGOs? There are all sorts of interesting Disney-themed LEGO sets, even one that will help you build Casita from Encanto! And at the LEGO store in Disney Springs, you can even create your own custom LEGO mini-figure. But today, we’re talking about some exciting NEW additions!
LEGO sea monster in Disney Springs
This morning, LEGO teased a potential new set that could be coming soon!
We love the Disney resorts in Florida, but we also know that there are plenty of other Disney resorts out there to visit!
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For example, we’d love to visit Disney’s Aulani Resort in Hawaii! We’re always tracking down the latest offers so you can get the best deal on your Disney vacation, and we just found another one perfect for a fall getaway to Aulani!
If you love Dumbo, get ready to fly — no, SOAR — over the latest Dumbo merchandise!
Dumbo
Fans of high-end bag retailer Dooney & Bourke know that the company frequently releases collaborations with Disney, like a beautiful Peter Pan collection, an adorable Pixar set, or a Disney “Steeds” design. We recently spotted NEW Dooney & Bourke bags featuring a sweet Dumbo print in the parks, and now they’re also available online!
Disney holds earnings calls multiple times a year to show investors and the public how the company is doing financially, and to explain or announce upcoming projects.
Bob Chapek in Disney World on its 50th Anniversary
Now, we have a date for the second earnings call of the year.
Florida’s Parental Rights in Education Bill (what critics call the “Don’t Say Gay” bill) has prompted a number of responses from Disney, former Disney executives, and others.
Pride wall in Disney Springs
Most recently, the Bill was passed into law and Disney issued a statement in response, indicating that the Bill should never have been passed or signed into law and that its goal would be for the law to be repealed or struck down. Disney has also said that they are creating a task force to develop strategies to be a more positive force for the LGBT community, and “new content for children and family” will be a large part of the focus of this task force. Recently, protests were held in front of Disney’s corporate headquarters in response to some of Disney’s recent statements and actions.
Sprinkles Cupcakes is a fun cupcake destination with locations all across the country, including one at Disney Springs in Disney World in Orlando, and one at Downtown Disney in Disneyland Resort in California.
Sprinkles Cupcakes in Disney Springs
The bakery offers super unique flavors that change seasonally, such as Nutella French Toast and Kir Royale. But did you know you can bake Sprinkles Cupcakes from the comfort of your own kitchen?
If you’ve ever taken the time to REALLY explore the Mitsukoshi Department Store in EPCOT’s Japan pavilion, you’ve probably noticed some very unique souvenirs.
The Japan pavilion in EPCOT
The HUGE store has pretty much everything you could possibly imagine, and it’s the place to go for interesting finds like video game-themed merchandise, animal face masks, and even an inflatable vase. It also has a wide assortment of Japanese candy, including Pocky and unique Kit Kat flavors. If you’ve ever sampled some of the outside-the-box Kit Kats there, you’re going to LOVE the newest Kit Kat on the market!
Things are changing at the House of Mouse.
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For the past several weeks, Florida’s Parental Rights in Education Bill (now law) and Disney’s responses to it have garnered a great amount of attention in the news. From Disney’s initial response to its most recent statement on the Bill’s passage into law, there has been a great amount of debate and controversy surrounding the law and Disney’s response to it. Now, looking to the future of Disney’s official responses to major events, Disney has decided to hire an individual with experience in the political field to take the helm as the Company’s lead spokesperson.
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