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  • OFFICAL: Disney World 2018 Ticket Prices Have Been Increased

    OFFICAL: Disney World 2018 Ticket Prices Have Been Increased

    We reported earlier in the week that Disney World would soon be increasing ticket prices. Today that is official and effective today guests will see the increase when they go to purchase tickets. Disneyland also increased prices and you can find a completed price list here.

    Here are the new prices you can find on Disney’s website:

    Single Day Tickets

    Magic Kingdom

    • Value tier increasing from $107 to $109
    • Regular tier increasing from $115 to $119
    • Peak tier remaining $124 to $129

    Park Hopper

    • Value tier increasing from $162 to $164
    • Regular tier increasing from $170 to $174
    • Peak tier increasing from $174 to $184

    Epcot, Hollywood Studios and Animal Kingdom

    • Value tier increasing from $99 to $102
    • Regular tier increasing from $107 to $114
    • Peak tier increasing from $119 to $122

    Multi-Day Tickets

    2 days
    Increasing from $199 to $209

    3 days
    Increasing from $289 to $325

    4 days
    Increasing from $350 to $400

    5 days
    Increasing from $370 to $415

    Annual Pass

    Disney Silver Pass

    • Increasing from $419 to $439
    • Renewal increasing from $356 to $373

    Disney Gold Pass

    • Increasing from $559 to $589
    • Renewal increasing from $475 to 500

    Disney Platinum Pass

    • Florida resident increasing from $679 to $729
    • Florida resident renewal increasing from $653 to $704
    • Regular pass increasing from $779 to $849
    • Regular pass renewal increasing from $662 to $721

    Disney Platinum Plus Pass

    • Florida resident increasing from $769 to $829
    • Florida resident renewal increasing from $653 to $704
    • Regular pass increasing from $869 to $949
    • Regular pass renewal increasing from $738 to $806

    Since the resort opened in 1971 ticket prices have increased basically annually, save a year here and there so it’s to be expected.

    Universal Studios Orlando usually follows right behind so you can expect a price increase from them coming soon after.

    later this year, Walt Disney World Resort plans to implement date-based pricing. Given the small percentage of Guests that purchase a 1-day ticket at Walt Disney World, extending pre-published, date-specific pricing to multi-day tickets will further advance our efforts spread to attendance throughout the year and ensure all Guests have a magical experience no matter when they visit.

    “Given the small percentage of guests that purchase a 1-day ticket at Walt Disney World, extending pre-published, date-specific pricing to multi-day tickets will further advance our efforts spread to attendance throughout the year,” said Andrea Finger, spokeswoman for Walt Disney World.

  • Catch a Sneak Peek of Disney’s ‘A Wrinkle in Time’ at Disney Parks

    Catch a Sneak Peek of Disney’s ‘A Wrinkle in Time’ at Disney Parks

    The opening of Disney’s A Wrinkle in Time, is just weeks away from and now guests at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Disney California Adventure park have the exciting opportunity to experience a special sneak peek of the film.

    For a limited time, guests visiting Disney’s Hollywood Studios are invited to the Walt Disney Presents theater to be a warrior and enjoy clips from the upcoming film. Guests visiting Disney California Adventure park can stop by Sunset Showcase Theater, where the sneak peek will be presented in 3D with stunning in-theater special effects. A unique display of costumes designed by Oscar nominee Paco Delgado and featured in the film will accompany the sneak peek in Sunset Showcase Theater.

    Prior to experiencing the sneak peek in the park, enjoy this exclusive glimpse at the film featuring never-before-seen footage. Check out the video below!

    From visionary director Ava DuVernay comes Disney’s “A Wrinkle in Time,” based on Madeleine L’Engle’s timeless classic which takes audience across dimensions of time and space, examining the nature of darkness versus light and, ultimately, the triumph of love. Through one girl’s transformative journey led by three celestial guides, we discover that strength comes from embracing one’s individuality and that the best way to triumph over fear is to travel by one’s own light.

    Be sure to experience this adventure-packed sneak peek for a limited time through March 16 at Disney California Adventure park and Disney’s Hollywood Studios and be sure to catch Disney’s “A Wrinkle in Time” when it hits theaters on March 9.

  • Epcot’s American Adventure Attraction Will Add New American Icons

    Epcot’s American Adventure Attraction Will Add New American Icons

    There is so much to see and do around the World Showcase Lagoon at Epcot, and The American Adventure attraction is a guest favorite.  The attraction is currently getting some major upgrades.

    This marvel of engineering has been there since day one and brings together a moving stage, 35 Audio-Animatronics figures and a giant screen that together shares the story of the United States of America.

    Right now, the team at Epcot is busy converting the attraction to an all-digital projection system, and installing a new screen and new speakers so the show will look and sound better than ever before when it reopens later this month.

    In addition to the update from film to digital, the show’s finale will return with some notable faces from America’s recent history. Newly-added American icons include individuals such as music composer John Williams, astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson and noted ballerina Misty Copeland.

    And that’s not all: the iconic anthem “Golden Dream” has been re-recorded with all-new orchestration that brings the beloved music and lyrics to life in a way that will resonate more than ever. If you’re like me, you’re already humming along – ‘America, spread your golden wings!’

    Which scene in The American Adventure are you most excited to see when it returns?

  • Steve Harvey Taking His Daytime Talk Show “STEVE” To Walt Disney World

    Steve Harvey Taking His Daytime Talk Show “STEVE” To Walt Disney World

    Steve Harvey’s daytime series “STEVE” was picked up for a second season and now it’s is traveling to Walt Disney World Resort for an all-new week of exciting shows set to air March 19 – 23.

    The week will feature celebrity families and couples including The Bella Twins, Eric Christian Olsen and Sarah Wright Olsen, Tracey Edmonds and Deion Sanders, Boris Kodjoe and Nicole Ari Parker as well as celebrities Josh Henderson, Terry Crews and more.

    True to “STEVE” form, these special episodes will be filled with exciting games, prizes and giveaways. Viewers will learn about an incredible summer in store for Walt Disney World guests, which includes the opening of Toy Story Land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

    One deserving couple will even get the wedding of a lifetime after their hometown wedding landed the bride in the hospital. Throughout the week, the couple’s family and friends will help celebrate with all things Disney to make the couple’s dreams come true.

    Steve will also proudly honor students from the 2018 Class of Disney Dreamers Academy with Steve Harvey and Essence Magazine. Disney Dreamers Academy is an annual empowerment program featuring 100 select high school students from across the country who are looking to dream big and learn how to put dreams into action. The academy aims to prepare students for the future by developing networking and interviewing skills and showcasing a variety of career opportunities.

    “STEVE” will tape March 9 -11 before a live studio audience from Epcot at Walt Disney World. This is the first time the show has visited Walt Disney World and the first time the show has taped from a remote location since its premiere this past fall.

  • Toy Box Café Opens at Toy Story Land Shanghai Disneyland

    Toy Box Café Opens at Toy Story Land Shanghai Disneyland

    Guests at Shanghai Disneyland can now dine at the imaginatively themed Toy Box Café made out of the packaging once home to Buzz Lightyear, Lotso, and Mr. and Mrs. Potato Head, ahead of Disney•Pixar Toy Story Land’s opening this April.

    Toy Story Land Shanghai Disney

    In the same authentically Disney and distinctly Chinese style, guests can choose from a mix of traditional and western treats that pay homage to characters from the film series. Options include Alien Spicy Seafood Pizza, Baked Sweet Potato with Marshmallow and Bubble Waffle with Strawberry Ice Cream, inspired by the teddy bear’s signature strawberry scent.

    Toy Story Land Shanghai DisneyToy Story Land Shanghai Disney

    Guests can dine on oversized toy tables and chairs in Andy’s backyard, surrounded by the playful world of everyone’s favorite toys. And starting April 26, guests can enjoy even more Toy Story with the opening of Slinky Dog Spin, Rex’s Racer and Woody’s Round-Up, plus a character greeting area and Al’s Toy Barn.

    Stay tuned for more as we get closer to the opening of Disney•Pixar Toy Story Land.

  • Marvel Studios Kicks Off The Marvel Cinematic Universe 10-Year Anniversary Celebration

    Marvel Studios Kicks Off The Marvel Cinematic Universe 10-Year Anniversary Celebration

    Marvel Studios kicked off its year-long Marvel Cinematic Universe 10-Year anniversary celebration Wednesday with an iconic class photo featuring talent and filmmakers from over the last ten years.

    On the set of Marvel Studios’ “Avengers: Infinity War” a group of more than 80 actors and filmmakers all came together to memorialize the last ten years with a photo and to celebrate the accomplishments of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

    An impressive group of Super Hero talent and filmmakers from the past 10 years of MCU was assembled, including everyone from Robert Downey Jr. to Samuel L. Jackson and from Kevin Feige to Stan Le.

    Take a look below at a video from the photo shoot. Even the super stars were fanboying over the massive amount of celebrities.

    Commemorating the anniversary, Marvel plans to offer up exclusive consumer products and collectibles, in-theater events and more in the coming months leading to Avengers: Infinity War. The Marvel 10-Year Sweepstakes will take place across social media and last for five weeks, from February 8 to March 15. Each week of the sweepstakes features a different Marvel Cinematic Universe film. Fans can post a photo of themselves on Twitter or Instagram and/or tweet their favorite personal memory from the film of the week using the film hashtag and #Marvel10YearSweepstakes to be entered for a chance to win.

    Each week, a drawing will take place and a winner will be selected. The weekly winner will receive the Ultimate Marvel Fan prize package, including Marvel Studios’ “Captain Marvel” set visit; Marvel Studios visit and tour; tickets to Marvel Studios’ “Avengers: Infinity War” premiere; all transportation and lodging; and more. Full prize details, information on how to enter and official sweepstakes rules can be found at: www.marvel.com/10YearSweepstakes

    Marvel Studios’ 10th anniversary begins with the release of “Avengers: Infinity War” and covers an impressive decade of Marvel Studios’ blockbusters released from 2008 through the “Avengers” untitled film in 2019. In celebration of the anniversary, fans can expect exclusive consumer products and collectibles, along with in-theater events and much more in the coming months.

    Marvel Studios’ unprecedented success over the last ten years is reflected in its cumulative box-office receipts of over $13.5 billion worldwide. Legions of fans—both old and new—have enjoyed the live-action exploits of favorite Marvel Super Heroes in films that express the unique vision and creativity of the filmmakers, and deliver spectacle and thrilling action with relatable characters.

  • Disney World Raises Ticket Prices For 2018

    Disney World Raises Ticket Prices For 2018

    Attendance at Walt Disney World theme parks was down in 2017, but Disney is still expected to see a gain in profits. And as expected Disney’s annual ticket price increase will be coming soon.

    Online reports have been circulating showing what the expected increases will look like and they could be coming as soon as this Sunday, February 11.

    Disney has yet to confirm any pricing but here’s what you might see:

    Single Day Tickets

    Magic Kingdom

    • Value tier increasing from $107 to $109
    • Regular tier increasing from $115 to $119
    • Peak tier remaining $124 to $129

    Park Hopper

    • Value tier increasing from $162 to $164
    • Regular tier increasing from $170 to $174
    • Peak tier increasing from $174 to $184

    Epcot, Hollywood Studios and Animal Kingdom

    • Value tier increasing from $99 to $102
    • Regular tier increasing from $107 to $114
    • Peak tier increasing from $119 to $122

    Multi-Day Tickets

    2 days
    Increasing from $199 to $209

    3 days
    Increasing from $289 to $325

    4 days
    Increasing from $350 to $400

    5 days
    Increasing from $370 to $415

    Annual Pass

    Disney Silver Pass

    • Increasing from $419 to $439
    • Renewal increasing from $356 to $373

    Disney Gold Pass

    • Increasing from $559 to $589
    • Renewal increasing from $475 to 500

    Disney Platinum Pass

    • Florida resident increasing from $679 to $729
    • Florida resident renewal increasing from $653 to $704
    • Regular pass increasing from $779 to $849
    • Regular pass renewal increasing from $662 to $721

    Disney Platinum Plus Pass

    • Florida resident increasing from $769 to $829
    • Florida resident renewal increasing from $653 to $704
    • Regular pass increasing from $869 to $949
    • Regular pass renewal increasing from $738 to $806

    Since the resort opened in 1971 ticket prices have increased basically annually, save a year here and there so it’s to be expected.

    Universal Studios Orlando usually follows right behind so you can expect a price increase from them coming soon after.

  • Marvel’s First ‘Venom’ Trailer Released and Leaves Fans Wanting More

    Marvel’s First ‘Venom’ Trailer Released and Leaves Fans Wanting More

    The first teaser trailer has been released by Sony Pictures for Marvel’s upcoming superhero spinoff series Venom. The trailer doesn’t actually show Venom which left many fans wanting to see more.

    Marvel’s new superhero spinoff series stars Tom Hardy who plays a reporter named Eddie Brock as well as Venom, an “alien symbiote” stuck in a human body. Brock’s body is possessed by the symbiote which gives him Spider-Man-like powers.

    The first trailer doesn’t give much in the way of plot details and offers only vague hints about the anti-hero’s origin story. Hardy spends most of the For most of the trailer Hardy is in a hospital lying on his back and we see some flashbacks that suggest he was an accident following a high-speed motorcycle chase.

    “Everyone’s got their thing,” a voiceover says. “Maybe it’s a break-up, a death, an accident. Whatever it is, you used to be one thing, now you’re something else. We all have our own problems, our own issues, our own demons.”

    Venom marks the very beginning of “Sony’s Marvel Universe,” and they have insisted that film will take place in the same setting as 2017’s Spider-Man: Homecoming, which takes place in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Then again, Marvel has insisted that Venom is not a part of the MCU. Confusing, but it leaves the door open for Marvel to include Venom at some point if it suits them.

    Venom is set for wide release on October 5, 2018.

  • “Kim Possible” Is Getting a Live-Action Movie

    “Kim Possible” Is Getting a Live-Action Movie

    So for those of you wondering “What’s the sitch” with Kim Possible, you be excited to learn that Disney Channel is making a live-action version of award-winning Disney Channel animated series.

    Disney announced Wednesday that casting has begun for the movie which is being penned by Kim Possible creators Mark McCorkle and Robert Schooley.

    For those who don’t know, Kim Possible is a cheerleader and she saves the world, even on school nights. With her sidekick, Ron Stoppable and his naked mole rat Rufus they go through normal teenage life while saving the world.

    The original series which ran for 87 episodes was launched in 2002.  In 2003 it was nominated for an Emmy for outstanding animated program and it also inspired two animated Disney Channel movies.

    “Mark and Bob created an enduring character and kids all over the world found a friend in her, an average girl who just happens to spend her off-school hours thwarting evil villains,” said Adam Bonnett, executive VP of original programming at Disney Channels Worldwide, in a statement. “Although Kim Possible ‘can do anything,’ kids and tweens found that this animated redhead was just like them. As we embark on the fun challenge of making Kim and Ron fully dimensional, I’m thrilled to be working again with Mark and Bob and to welcome the addition of a dynamic creative team—Josh, Zanne, Adam and Zach—into a world where anything is indeed possible.”

    It’s executive produced by McCorkle, Schooley, and Zanne Devine, and co-directed and co-produced by Adam B. Stein and Zach Lipovsky.

    This comes as Disney’s film studio continues to find success with live-action adaptations of beloved animated classics, including last year’s Beauty and the Beast and the upcoming Mulan.

  • New Concept Artwork For Toy Story Land’s Alien Swirling Saucers

    New Concept Artwork For Toy Story Land’s Alien Swirling Saucers

    Will You Be “Chosen” by the Claw? When you ride Alien Swirling Saucers after Toy Story Land Opens this summer you just might get the chance.

    Here’s a first glimpse at the latest concept artwork for the attraction.

    With blockbuster expansion continuing at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Disney is rolling out the red carpet for the new Toy Story Land opening this summer. Guests will get to play big in Andy’s backyard and also get to ride big on two family-friendly attractions planned for the new land and one popular fan favorite.

    Inside a play set that Andy won at Pizza Planet, the Aliens will power up their flying saucers and spin you on a wild ride into space! You’ll get to climb into a toy rocket and hang on as aliens lead the way on an interstellar romp set to an intergalactic soundtrack of electronic space music. And if you’re really lucky, you just might get “chosen” by the claw!

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