Former Ambassador Making a Difference with Disney Institute
Marjorie Colas, senior facilitator for Disney Institute, has always brought a unique perspective to leadership and a passion for inclusion. Born and raised in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, she began her Disney journey supporting Haitian cast members as a language service translator
Oh Boy! Celebrate the Opening of Mickey’s Toontown and Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway with the Newest Merchandise
In the newly reimagined Mickey’s Toontown in Disneyland park at the Disneyland Resort, you are invited to explore, play and unwind together with new and returning experiences, vibrant grassy spaces and the recently debuted attraction Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway.
Disney Celebrates Arrival of TRON Lightcycle / Run with Orange County Public Schools
>◎//: Initiating Community Protocol. The grand opening of TRON Lightcycle / Run presented by Enterprise is just a day away, and we’re excited and ready for new “users” to experience this incredible new attraction. Before that though, we had the chance
Meet the Incredible Disneyland Resort Cast Member Competing on ‘The Voice’
Alyssa Ibarra kept a secret from her friends and fellow Disney California Adventure park cast members for the last eight months: she’s a contestant on the new season of “The Voice” singing competition. But that’s not the only incredible thing about
The “Fur”ever Friendship Between Disney Imagineers Jacklyn and Noodle
When Jacklyn received an offer to become a communications professional intern at Walt Disney Imagineering, the team discovered that a second member would be joining her as well – Noodle, her service dog! Sporting fashionable pink booties on construction sites
Disney100: What’s New on shopDisney and at Disney Parks
We weren’t kidding when we said our Disney100 celebration would be the biggest ever, with lots of character – and this brand-new collection launching today on shopDisney and at Disney Parks proves it. Introducing Disney100 Unified Character Collection: apparel, accessories, trading pins and more
Cast of Disney Channel’s ‘Prom Pact’ Spends Day at Disneyland Resort
How do you top dancing the night away at your high school prom? Maybe with an unforgettable trip to the Disneyland Resort the day after! I caught up with Peyton Elizabeth Lee, Milo Manheim, and Blake Draper at Disney California Adventure park
5 of the Top Ways Walt Disney World Celebrated the 50th Anniversary
I wouldn’t normally celebrate the end of a party, but as The World’s Most Magical Celebration honoring the first 50 years of Walt Disney World Resort officially winds down, I’m just as exhilarated about the next 50 years of our history!
40 Years of Figment: A Journey Into Maria Stuckey’s Imagination
Our favorite purple dragon turned 40 this March! Figment has been fluttering around inspiring guests to use their imagination since the Journey Into Imagination attraction opened in EPCOT in March of 1983. From the Figment-inspired popcorn bucket to his Festival
Meet the Chefs Behind New Fine Dining Menus Debuting April 1 at Walt Disney World
If you’re anything like me, you might wonder how the magic is made behind the scenes at some of your favorite Disney restaurants. From our theme parks to our resort hotels, culinary cast members are constantly setting the bar for
The Women of Walt Disney World Resort: Then and Now
As both The World’s Most Magical Celebration and Women’s History Month come to a close, we are taking one last look at the incredible 50-year history of Walt Disney World Resort and the innovative and inspiring women who have helped
How to Celebrate Earth Month 2023 with Disney
Happy Earth Month! What better time to talk about life-sized recycled elephant sculptures, plant-based treats, an inspiring new series, a 25th park anniversary and so much more? We have so much to share about how we’re celebrating throughout April, so
#DisneyFamilia: Experience the Tastes and Sounds of Spring with your Familia at Walt Disney World
Spring is the perfect time to celebrate nature with culinary delights, catchy rhythms, and, if you ask me, a touch of Latin flair. Whether you are planning to visit EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival or want to continue the
Walt Disney World Memories: The Magic of Making the First Disney Resort Hotels
Throughout the 50th Anniversary celebration of Walt Disney World, we’ve been sharing some of our favorite memories from the resort’s history, like the dedication of Magic Kingdom Park by Roy O. Disney and the creation of fan-favorite attractions and transportation
First West Coast Disney Vacation Club Member Lounge to Open on April 19 at Disneyland Resort
Calling all Disney Vacation Club members! Get ready for lift-off! I am over the moon (pun intended!) to announce that Disney Vacation Club Members can enjoy the first-ever Member Lounge at Disneyland Resort in California beginning April 19, 2023! Inspired by Walt Disney’s
Top 5 Capture Your Moment Locations at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Walking down Sunset Boulevard at Disney’s Hollywood Studios while hearing jazzy melodies play is like something out of a movie. This park offers that old dazzling Hollywood charm that attracts guests of all ages. I recently went with my partner
Disney Innovation Provides Greater Hope for Lesser Flamingos
What does this pitcher’s mound at ESPN Wide World of Sports have in common with a flamingo nest at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park? Thanks to an innovative collaboration between two teams of cast members at Walt Disney World Resort,
Disney Springs Art Walk: A Canvas of Expression Celebrates HER Story with Empowering New Piece by Female Artist
Celebrate Women’s History Month at Walt Disney World Resort in a vibrant way! A new piece of art was created by Nneka Jones, an innovative artist who hopes to inspire women with her artwork during Women’s History Month and beyond
3 Disney Culinary Innovators You Need to Know
At Walt Disney World Resort, our talented team of culinary visionaries love cooking up immersive, entertaining and innovative dining experiences for guests of all ages. Meet Chef Demetria Foundoukis, Chef Christine Weissman and Chef Amanda Lauder. These dynamic women continue
That’s a Wrap on the 16th Annual Disney Dreamers Academy
The 16th Disney Dreamers Academy at Walt Disney World Resort wrapped up with an amazing commencement ceremony. Leading up to the four-day event, I heard phrases like, “life-changing,” “transformative,” and “mind-blowing.” It was my first one, so I wasn’t sure what