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New Attractions and Experiences in Store for Guests Visiting Walt Disney World Resort in 2024

April 3, 2024 Walt Disney World

With a host of recently opened attractions and experiences – and more on the horizon – 2024 is sure to be a year like no other at the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida. “New” extends to practically every corner of the world with new and returning nighttime spectaculars, stage shows and character appearances, resort expansions, seasonal festivals and special events.

Disney settles lawsuit with DeSantis administration over new governing board

March 27, 2024 Florida Phoenix

Walt Disney World has agreed to live with a new state oversight board created by Gov. Ron DeSantis and the Florida Legislature in a settlement approved Wednesday in the company’s state court challenge to the arrangement.

DeSantis appoints Mateer to Central Florida Tourism Oversight District

March 27, 2024 West Center Street

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis appointed Craig Mateer to the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District.

An appreciation of Big Thunder Mountain’s theming

March 27, 2024 Todd DeFeo

I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again: Big Thunder Mountain may be Walt Disney World’s best-themed attractions.

Spring Blossoms at the 2024 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival

February 21, 2024 Walt Disney World

Walt Disney World Resort welcomes the season with stunning topiaries, inspired dining, diverse entertainment and interactive displays Feb. 28-May 27

Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Opens This Summer at Walt Disney World

February 13, 2024 Walt Disney World

During Mardi Gras in New Orleans – home to Princess Tiana and her big dreams – they say “laissez les bons temps rouler!” And the good times will roll this summer when Tiana’s Bayou Adventure opens in Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida. Oui, cher!

Disney free speech case against Florida dismissed by federal judge

January 31, 2024 The Center Square

Disney’s free speech case against the state of Florida on Wednesday was dismissed by a federal judge.

Magical Merriment Arrives as EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays Presented by AdventHealth Begins Nov. 24

November 24, 2023 Walt Disney World

Guests can experience merry moments as EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays presented by AdventHealth jingles back to Walt Disney World® Resort Nov. 24-Dec. 30, 2023.

New Study: Disney Generates $40 Billion in Annual Economic Impact in Florida and Over Quarter of a Million Jobs

November 14, 2023 Walt Disney World

Walt Disney World Resort, one of the world’s most visited vacation destinations, generated $40 billion in economic impact across the state and more than a quarter of a million total jobs in fiscal year 2022, according to a new study from Oxford Economics announced.

Feud simmers between governor, Disney

November 10, 2023 The Center Square

New documents have been filed in response to the corporate giant Walt Disney Company’s October filings stating the company’s First Amendment rights were violated.