We Have an Update About the Train Coming to Orlando's Airport!

We Have an Update About the Train Coming to Orlando’s Airport!

Did you know that in the future, you will be able to take a train to Disney World from the airport instead of grabbing an Uber or hopping on Disney’s Magical Express replacement?

No, not THIS kind of train (but that would be super fun!).

That’s right — Brightline is planning to connect from the Orlando International Airport to Disney World. But, right now, the Brightline train only runs from Miami to West Palm Beach, so it is also currently expanding up to Orlando. And now, this route has hit another major milestone in its construction!

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Employee Walkouts Set to Take Place Today Due to Disney’s Response to “Don’t Say Gay” Bill

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The passage of Florida’s Parental Rights in Education bill, what critics have termed the “Don’t Say Gay” bill, has prompted a number of responses from Disney as a company, Disney’s CEO, other Disney leaders, and more.

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Just recently, Disney held a virtual town hall meeting regarding the Bill and Disney’s previous responses. The town hall meeting was held yesterday, just one day before some Disney employees planned to walk out of their jobs in response to Disney’s handling of this issue. Today, the walkouts are scheduled to take place. But just what is going on with these walkouts at the moment and what has already taken place? Here’s what we know.

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Some BIG Things May Be Coming for the Walt Disney Company! We’ve Got Details!

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As Disney continues to make changes following the 2020 closure due to the global pandemic, we have to wonder — what’s next for the Walt Disney Company?

We love Disney balloons!

The next few years have a few landmark events coming up, and with lots of people traveling and making vacation plans again, does Disney have any special celebrations in the works? From one anniversary celebration ending to NEW anniversaries coming up, there’s a lot to be excited about, and it’s a great time to start planning your next Disney World trip.

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Registration is OPEN for the 2022 Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend in Disney World!

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Is it just us or is 2022 going by REALLY fast?? In fact, it’s already time to register for a big Disney World race weekend!

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The 2022 Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend takes place on November 3rd to 6th during the EPCOT Food and Wine Festival, and registration has already been open for Gold and Platinum Club runDisney members. Today general registration is open and trust us, you don’t want to wait too long to sign up!

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DFB Video: Disney World’s Most OBNOXIOUS Restaurant — Whispering Canyon Cafe

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Love getting heckled by your server while you feast on skillets bigger than your head?

Whispering Canyon Cafe

Disney World has got the restaurant for YOU!

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Supportive LGBTQIA+ Statements Shared By Disney Ahead of Planned Walkouts

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The Walt Disney Company’s handling of Florida’s Parental Rights in Education Bill, which critics are referring to as the “Don’t Say Gay” Bill, has been scrutinized by many.

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We have previously shared about Disney’s initial statement, along with various statements from Disney CEO Bob Chapek. And just yesterday, Chapek made a promise for change and stated that the company “made a mistake by not taking a public stance against” the bill. Now, on the day of the planned employee walkouts in response to Disney’s actions, more statements have been issued on social media.

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Yelp Ranks Animal Kingdom Lodge Restaurants OVER Animal Kingdom Restaurants in Disney World

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Around here, we LOVE Disney World restaurants! This is the Disney FOOD Blog after all. But if we’re being real, some Disney World restaurants are just better than others.

That meat looks INCREDIBLE

Nowhere is this sentiment made more obvious than Yelp. While certain Disney World restaurants have their detractors, others are BELOVED, including the top-rated Table Service spots in Animal Kingdom! But, instead of sharing reviews for Animal Kingdom, most have ranked Animal Kingdom Lodge spots instead.

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The 6 New Disney Items That’ll Have Everyone Asking “Where’d You Get That?!”

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🚨 This is your RED ALERT. 🚨 If you’re trying to avoid spending money on Disney merchandise, you’ve officially been warned. This post may cause you to buy 6 new Disney items. Oh…you’re still reading? Okay then, get ready to shop!

New BaubleBar Tiana Minnie Ears

BaubleBar is no stranger when it comes to Disney items. With their recent Princess Tiana-inspired Minnie Ears, and various other Disney collections, they have established themselves as a favorite of many fans when it comes to Disney merchandise. Recently, BaubleBar released some Mickey Mouse-themed items in brand new styles! Will you be able to resist taking one (or more) of them home?!

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The Disney Collaboration That Could CHANGE the Way Weather is Handled in the Parks

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We’ve all been there. You’ve just arrived to the park to have a great day when you feel a drop… and then you hear the distant roll of thunder. Before you know it, you’re caught in a thunderstorm and there’s no end in sight. “But there was no rain in the forecast!!” you say. And OF COURSE this is the day you didn’t pack your umbrella and rain gear. 🌧️

Dark clouds over Cinderella Castle

The weather in Florida can be a bit…unpredictable at times. But a new partnership could make handling the weather just a tiny bit easier!

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Disney CEO Bob Chapek Addresses “Don’t Say Gay” Bill and Assures Further Changes During Company Meeting

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Florida’s Parental Rights in Education bill, which critics call the “Don’t Say Gay” bill, has prompted a number of responses from Disney, Disney leadership, and others.

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We’ve shared details about Disney’s initial statement, the various statements made by Disney’s CEO — Bob Chapek, and other actions that are set to be taken in response to the Bill. Now, we’ve got another update when it comes to Disney, the Company’s position on the Bill, and what it intends to do next.

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