Bob Weis Reflects on Prolific Career at Walt Disney Imagineering
Global Imagineering Ambassador Bob Weis is retiring from Disney in January, wrapping a career that includes serving as president of Imagineering for nearly six years. He recently sat down with the Disney Parks Blog to discuss highlights from his work on Disney theme park
A 45-Year Disney Career Celebrating Technologist Jay Miller
In the Technology and Digital organization, we have lots of cast members with long Disney tenures and accompanying lists of impressive project contributions. For example, Jay Miller, Executive Director for Disney Signature Experiences technology, is featured in a photo at
Disney Hosts First-Ever Toys for Tots Distribution Event at Walt Disney World Resort
Lights are shimmering, the smell of gingerbread is in the air, and I can hear the Candlelight Processional in the near distance – the most wonderful time of the year is here and Walt Disney World cast members are once
‘Disney Winter Frostival’ Celebration Begins at Shanghai Disney Resort
Get out those mittens and sweaters as Shanghai Disney Resort launches the festive “Disney Winter Frostival” with frosty fun for the whole family. You heard that right – all-new! New experiences, new characters, new food, new merchandise and more from
Disney Cruise Line Brings Holiday Cheer to Foster Children in The Bahamas
It’s the season of giving, and Disney Cruise Line crew members came together to give back to one of Disney Cruise Line’s port communities in a very special way. While the Disney Wish was in port, crew members traveled to the
Exclusive Look Inside Fremont Casino’s New Food Hall, Sportsbook, Casino Space
By Scott Roeben, on December 16 2022
Disney Parks Celebrates the Release of ‘Avatar: The Way of Water’
Sivako! Disney Park guests that have braved “Avatar Flight of Passage” at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park know this phrase means, “rise to the challenge!” Since 2017, Pandora – The World of Avatar at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park has
Disney Cast Rallies Breast Cancer Awareness Year Round
The end of the year is often characterized by holidays celebrations, but it’s also a time for many to reflect on their health and set new health goals for the coming year. Breast Cancer Awareness month has come and gone,
Meet Disney Cruise Line’s Newest Captain
If you are booked for your next Disney Cruise Line vacation, keep an eye out for Disney Cruise Line’s newest Captain, Michele Intartaglia. Guests may recognize Michele as he has been part of the Disney Cruise Line family for more
Celebrating the Circle of Life and 25 Years of ‘The Lion King’ on Broadway
In November, Disney Theatrical Production’s “The Lion King” celebrated 25 years of Broadway performances, an accolade only two other Broadway productions have previously achieved. On screen, stage, at Disney theme parks and beyond, the story of “The Lion King” has
Walt Disney Imagineering Celebrates 70th Anniversary
On this date 70 years ago, Walt Disney formed a think tank of his moviemakers to design and develop Disneyland, leveraging their expertise in film to craft dimensional storytelling. Combining imagination and engineering, these were the first Imagineers. Today, Walt Disney Imagineering continues Walt’s
Daisy Duck: Disney’s Fairest Fowl
[embedded content] At the start of “Mickey’s Christmas Carol,” a choir sings “Oh, What a Merry Christmas Day,” although it wasn’t yet Christmas Day when the theatrical featurette premiered in the United States. It was actually December 16th of 1983, and
Durango Casino Making Quick Construction Progress
By Scott Roeben, on December 15 2022
Disney Programs Hosts The First Endless Possibilities Showcase for Participants
Last week, the Disney Programs team hosted the inaugural Endless Possibilities Showcase, an expo-style event designed for participants on the program to learn about their cast member resources and network with teams from across the company. [embedded content] “When you’re just starting
Inside Look at What’s Coming to Walt Disney World Resort Hotels
A visit to Walt Disney World lets you leave reality behind and step into stories both familiar and new. And after a day of those exhilarating adventures, is there anything better than coming back to the fresh lobby scents, amenities
Disney Aspire: Faith, Trust, and Pixie Dust
Since 1923, Disney magic has inspired people around the world and made dreams come true—a mantra Disney Aspire has continued since debuting four years ago. When life circumstances got in the way of Disneyland Resort cast member J’Amy Pacheco attending
The Power of a Disney Wish: Jenna’s Story
The Disney Wish, the newest ship in the Disney Cruise Line fleet, is brimming with a grand sense of wonder, optimism and, of course, wishes! As we reflect on a magical year at Disney Cruise Line, that connection to wishes
7 Reasons My Little One Loves EPCOT
Hands down, EPCOT is my three-year old’s favorite Walt Disney World Resort theme park, and it is mine too! When we go to EPCOT as a family, everyone can enjoy themselves and my little one can experience so much more
Disney Eats: Churro Marshmallow Wand Recipe from Disneyland Resort
Marshmallow wands and churros are two wonderful treats at Disneyland Resort. Choosing between the two is a tough decision! Marceline’s Confectionery at Downtown Disney District offers a Churro Marshmallow Wand, which is the perfect combination of these sweet treats. This
Barbecue and Toy-Sized Fun Coming to Toy Story Land Spring 2023!
Andy’s backyard is getting ready for more toys! Roundup Rodeo BBQ will open in Spring 2023 to welcome guests for delicious barbecue and toy-sized fun. We’re excited to share more details about the world’s first “Toy Story” table service restaurant, coming