NTSB finds Disney employees found at fault in fatal monorail crash.
Monday, October 31, 2011
Disney Universe video game released
Disney Interactive Studio's newest video game, "Disney Universe," was released last week.
URL: http://www.wdwinfo.com/news/Television_and_Film/Disney_Universe_video_game_released.htm
Sunday, October 30, 2011
Exotic cars coming to Disney's Richard Petty Driving Experience
Exotic cars coming to Richard Petty Driving Experience at Walt Disney World.
Friday, October 28, 2011
Accident on Big Thunder Mountain at Disneyland Paris
Guests injured on Big Thunder Mountain at Disneyland Paris for the second time in six months.
Thursday, October 27, 2011
PETA sues SeaWorld for slavery
PETA is accusing SeaWorld of keeping five killer whales as slaves.
URL: http://www.wdwinfo.com/news/seaworld/PETA_sues_SeaWorld_for_slavery.htm
Wednesday, October 26, 2011
Walt Disney World signature restaurant named top in Orlando
Victoria & Albert's was named the top restaurant in Orlando by Zagat restaurant guide.
Tuesday, October 25, 2011
SeaWorld to make announcement November 8
SeaWorld Orlando plans an announcement for November 8.
URL: http://www.wdwinfo.com/news/seaworld/SeaWorld_to_make_announcement_November_8.htm
Dead body found in Disney parking lot
A dead body was found Tuesday morning in a Walt Disney World cast member parking lot.
URL: http://www.wdwinfo.com/news/General_Disney_News/Dead_body_found_in_Disney_parking_lot.htm
Sunday, October 23, 2011
Disney World to test parade Fastpass system
Magic Kingdom tests a Fastpass system for prime viewing spots for the afternoon parade.
Thursday, October 20, 2011
Group claims lead levels too high at Disneyland
An environmental group is suing Disney, saying that lead levels in Disneyland Park are too high.
URL: http://www.wdwinfo.com/news/disneyland/Group_claims_lead_levels_too_high_at_Disneyland.htm
Universal Orlando's Dragon Challenge no longer duels
After several injuries, Universal Orlando's Dragon Challenge roller coasters will no longer be launched simultaneously.
URL: http://www.wdwinfo.com/news/universal/Universal_Orlando_s_Dragon_Challenge_no_longer_duels.htm
Wednesday, October 19, 2011
AVATAR's James Cameron visits Walt Disney World
Filmmaker James Cameron visited Animal Kingdom to begin work on the new AVATAR-themed land announced in September.
URL: http://www.wdwinfo.com/news/General_Disney_News/AVATAR_s_James_Cameron_visits_Walt_Disney_World.htm
Tuesday, October 18, 2011
Unique Halloween promotion for the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotel
The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin are offering a unique Halloween promotion.
Monday, October 17, 2011
Disney Fantasy to have several new water features
The Disney Fantasy cruise ship will have several new water features.
URL: http://www.wdwinfo.com/news/disney-cruise-line/Disney_Fantasy_to_have_several_new_water_features.htm
Friday, October 14, 2011
Walt Disney World resorts testing free wi-fi
Walt Disney World is testing out a new complimentary wireless internet program at select resorts.
URL: http://www.wdwinfo.com/news/General_Disney_News/Walt_Disney_World_resorts_testing_free_wi-fi.htm
Wednesday, October 12, 2011
Walt Disney World to enact credit card cancellation policy for many dining reservations
The Disney online community is abuzz with news that Walt Disney World will begin a new cancellation policy for many of its popular restaurants beginning October 26, 2011.
Tuesday, October 11, 2011
Disney's Art of Animation Resort announces opening date
The first phase of the Art of Animation Resort will open May 31, 2012.
Monday, October 10, 2011
SeaWorld Orlando to add several new attractions
A recent article in the Orlando Sentinel suggests SeaWorld Orlando has begun the process of a "major redevelopment" expected to end in 2012 or 2013.
URL: http://www.wdwinfo.com/news/seaworld/SeaWorld_Orlando_to_add_several_new_attractions.htm
Sunday, October 9, 2011
Fire closes Astro Orbiter at Magic Kingdom
Astro Orbiter is temporarily closed after a small fire Sunday morning.
URL: http://www.wdwinfo.com/news/Theme_Parks_Attractions/Fire_closes_Astro_Orbiter_at_Magic_Kingdom.htm
Saturday, October 8, 2011
Woman allegedly sells newborn to pay for Disney trip
According to NBC News a 33-year-old woman has been arrested for allegedly selling her son so she could afford to take her two other sons on a trip to Walt Disney World.
Retirement plans for Disney CEO Bob Iger
A new contract was announced today between the Walt Disney Company Board of Directors and Robert Iger.
URL: http://www.wdwinfo.com/news/General_Disney_News/Retirement_plans_for_Disney_CEO_Bob_Iger.htm
SeaWorld Orlando to hire seasonal employees
SeaWorld Orlando is planning to hire around 700 employees for Christmas and spring 2012.
URL: http://www.wdwinfo.com/news/seaworld/SeaWorld_Orlando_to_hire_seasonal_employees.htm
Walt Disney World to celebrate 40th anniversary
Walt Disney World releases plans for 40th anniversary celebration on October 1.
URL: http://www.wdwinfo.com/news/General_Disney_News/Walt_Disney_World_to_celebrate_40th_anniversary.htm
Steve Jobs, Disney's largest individual stockholder, dies today
Steve Jobs, co-founder of Apple, and the largest individual shareholder of Disney stock, has died.
Disney announces more 3D re-releases
On the heels of the successful re-release of "The Lion King" in 3D, Walt Disney Studios announced dates for four more films to debut in 3D.
URL: http://www.wdwinfo.com/news/Television_and_Film/Disney_announces_more_3D_re-releases.htm