Celebrating World Princess Week: Disney Stories Inspired by the Destinations
Welcome back, adventurers! Here at Disney, we are celebrating World Princess Week! Did you know that Disney Princesses and their stories are inspired by different countries around the world? And at Adventures by Disney, we take you and your families
Veterans Institute Summit Returns to Walt Disney World for First Time in Almost 10 Years
For the first time in nearly a decade, Disney’s Veterans Institute Summit presented by Disney Institute and Wounded Warrior Project returned to the Most Magical Place on Earth! It was a star-spangled event that heralded our country’s service members and veterans and challenged organizations
Disney Cast Members Celebrate Military Heroes During the Warrior Games
Hooah! As I walked the halls of ESPN Wide World of Sports this week, I could feel the inspiring energy from hundreds of elite athletes from across the United States Armed Forces and allied nations as they compete during the
Celebrating Moana for World Princess Week
Today, we celebrate one of Disney’s most adventurous princesses, Moana. Moana is a curious and driven princess who sails out on a daring mission to prove herself as a master wayfinder. Though she has moments of self-doubt, she doesn’t back
planDisney Shares Tangled-Inspired Vacation Countdown DIY
Dreaming of your next Disney vacation? At planDisney, we always are! To celebrate World Princess Week, we’ve created a downloadable activity for your family to enjoy in honor of the ultimate dreamer, Rapunzel, from Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Tangled.” Get
First Look: New Design Details from Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana Attraction at EPCOT
Many exciting things are happening across our parks and resorts in celebration of World Princess Week, and today I’m excited to share a first look at some design details within Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana. This upcoming attraction at EPCOT is taking shape before our eyes,
Celebrating Queens Anna and Elsa for World Princess Week
Queens Anna and Elsa are hands down the most powerful royal duo in Arendelle. With Anna’s warm and adventurous nature and Elsa’s poised demeanor and unique abilities, this team can accomplish almost any challenge at hand. They selflessly have protected
Celebrating Tiana for World Princess Week
Happy Tuesday! Today, we’re celebrating one of Disney’s most beloved princesses, Tiana from Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “The Princess and the Frog.” Tiana is an independent, dream big type princess who believes in the power of hard work. Focused and
First Look at Women in Disney Fashion Collabs Debuting at D23 Expo
What makes a princess? A princess is courageous, bold, fun and kind –the hero of her own story who leads and impacts her community; and the four ladies in our D23 Expo 2022 Women in Disney Fashion Panel encompass all
Disney World Princess Week: Designing a Tiana Doll with Intention
My name is Launi King, and earlier this year I had the pleasure of designing the Tiana Disney Ultimate Princess doll. Designing the doll for the First African American Disney Princess has been one of the greatest honors of my career. I began
Cooking Up the Magic: EPCOT Festival Recipe – Rocky Road Cake
The EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival presented by CORKCICLE is in full gear! There are so many amazing foods to try. This year’s festival menus were filled with recipes I wanted to test and share with the home cook.
Sneak Peek of How We’re Celebrating Disney Cast Life Around the World
The Walt Disney Company is dedicated to bringing magical moments and experiences to guests who visit our parks and resorts from around the world, but that wouldn’t be possible without the amazing individuals on stage and behind the scenes: cast
Tiana’s Bayou Adventure: A New Orleans Artist’s Interpretation
We’re taking a trip to the enchanting city of New Orleans for another look at Tiana’s Bayou Adventure – an all-new adventure inspired by Walt Disney Animation Studios’ film “The Princess and the Frog.” We’re excited to share a unique
‘Cinderella’ Actress, Singer Brandy Inspires Disney Cast during World Princess Week
Growing up, the Disney Princess characters were my best friends. I knew every lyric serenaded by Belle, Ariel, and Jasmine. While every animated Disney Princess held a special place in my childhood, it was The Wonderful World of Disney’s release
Celebrating Four Years of Disney Aspire
Happy birthday, Disney Aspire! Can you believe it’s been four years since we first introduced Disney Aspire, our education investment program for hourly employees? That means we’ve spent the past 1,460 days dedicated to making the career dreams of our
Celebrating Jasmine for World Princess Week
Happy World Princess Week! On the first day of this incredible celebration, we’re highlighting Jasmine! Jasmine is an independent and adventurous princess who doesn’t let the confines of outdated rules determine how she lives her life. Jasmine feels a strong
Celebrate World Princess Week with Enchanting New Disney Experiences, Merchandise
Gather all princesses, as we mark the beginning of the second annual World Princess Week! It’s once again time to celebrate the courage and kindness of our favorite Disney Princess heroines, Disney Queens, and their stories. This year’s celebration takes
Disney Parks Make It Blue in Celebration of Disney+ Day
We’re making it blue once again at Disney Parks as we celebrate Disney+ Day on Sept. 8! You’re invited to “plus” up your day with special offerings and fan-favorite fun. Mornings at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida and Disneyland Resort
Disney Celebrates Heroes: Kicking Off the 2022 Warrior Games
Let the Warrior Games begin! This week, we are honored to welcome athletes and their families to Walt Disney World Resort for the 2022 Department of Defense Warrior Games. This annual event celebrates the resiliency and dedication of wounded, ill
Disney Cast Paint in EPCOT, Watch and Paint Along
Artistic inspiration can be found from nearly anywhere – and some Walt Disney World cast members got to discover their own in a private art class right in the middle of EPCOT’s World Showcase! Before the park opened to welcome guests