Category: Disney Parks Blog

Behind every unforgettable Disney experience, whether it’s a thrilling attraction, delicious dish, or heartwarming character encounter, are our talented cast members across land and sea who bring the magic to life every day. And supporting our cast totaling hundreds of thousands across the globe are our Disney Ambassadors – the friendly faces who illustrate Disney’s spirit and mission around the world.  In the coming weeks, the newest members of this international team will be selected and announced as the 2026-2027 Disney Ambassadors. While we eagerly wait for this year’s news and all of the exciting adventures ahead, let’s dive into the enchanting history of the program and the way it continues to uphold Walt’s legacy today!  What is the Disney Ambassador Program?  The one-of-a-kind team supports and represents cast members at Disney parks, resorts, and experiences around the world, serving as the ultimate cheerleaders and storytellers. Disney Ambassadors lead and celebrate Disney cast, crew, Imagineers, and employees through major milestones of new openings and anniversaries, while also being there to recognize the magic made every day. They act as official spokespersons for their sites and are responsible for championing Disney’s commitment to their local communities around the world. Disney Ambassadors truly embody the dedication to displaying the Disney difference in everything they do, both inside the parks and beyond.   How did the Disney Ambassador Program Begin?  The first Disney Ambassador

Since it opened its gates to the world, Tokyo DisneySea has been a fan-favorite park for many passionate Disney Parks enthusiasts. Whether you have your eyes set on your next trip to Japan like me or are already counting down the days until your next visit to Tokyo Disney Resort, next year’s celebration will be a memorable moment as the park prepares to launch its 25th anniversary festivities.  From April 15, 2026, through March 31, 2027, get ready to set sail for a year-long celebration in honor of the park’s 25th anniversary, featuring new entertainment, colorful park decor, food and beverage items, and plenty of adorable merchandise that you’ll be adding to your collection.  Do you have some questions about what to expect during this joyful party when it begins next spring? We’ve got answers for you – keep reading to learn more about what to expect when next year’s celebration kicks off at Tokyo DisneySea! 

August 27, 2025 You may remember Hank, the beloved Disneyland Resort firefighter and the current longest standing employee of The Walt Disney Company who celebrated his 62nd service anniversary last fall. Today, Hank received the Walt Disney Legacy Award, which celebrates the legacy of Walt Disney by acknowledging outstanding cast, crew, and Walt Disney Imagineers worldwide who exhibit all three of the Legacy qualities: Dream, Create, and Inspire. Hank joined the ranks of other world-class Legacy Award recipients as he was presented with this prestigious cast member-nominated award, which is reserved for dedicated and unique individuals like Hank. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Disney Parks (@disneyparks) Congratulations to Hank and all the Walt Disney Legacy Award recipients. Thank you for showing us what it means to Dream, Create, and Inspire! October 8, 2024 At 92 years old, Henry Ameen, affectionately referred to as Hank, strolls the sidewalks of Main Street, U.S.A., with the same enthusiasm he had back when he started as a Jungle Cruise skipper in 1958.   His love for Disney traces back to 1955, when Hank and his wife visited Disneyland on their honeymoon—just one month after it opened. Hank took eight-millimeter film of the park on his new Kodak Brownie camera and still has the footage to this day.

Wondering when the best time to visit Disney World is? You’re not alone – it’s one of the most common questions people ask when they’re planning their Disney vacation. The good news: Disney World has great options to plan your best trip ever, no matter what time of year you’re traveling. With flexible ticket deals, hotel offers, and exciting new experiences, it’s easy to create the vacation that makes sense for you.  Here are our top tips to help you find the best time to visit Disney World for your family, budget, bucket list, and beyond.  Best Time to Visit Disney World for the Lowest Prices  Best Time to Visit Disney World for Lower Crowds  Best Time to Visit Disney World for Holiday Décor  Best Time to Visit Disney World for Unique Experiences  Tips for Visiting During Different Weather Seasons  Current Disney World Deals You Should Know About  Best Time to Visit Disney World for the Lowest Prices  Use the calendar on the Theme Park Ticket page to view the lowest-priced days at a glance. Summer offers many of the lowest-priced dates, including some of the least expensive ones in August and September. Last minute trip, anyone?  Keep the offers page in your rotation to see some of our best Disney deals, like 50% off kids tickets this summer or a free dining plan with 2026 vacations (for kids ages 3-9).  Tips

The transition from summer to fall brings excitement for the pumpkin spice treats and haunts ahead, along with the realization that sunny weather and late sunsets will eventually wane. Here at The Happiest Place on Earth, Halloween Time is already in full swing through Oct. 31, 2025, as the Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration continues. This means you can relish in the anniversary festivities and spooky season while temperatures are still warm, days are longer and… tickets may be cheaper! Our lowest priced 1-Day, 1-Park ticket (for guests 10 years of age and older) is $104. At the time of publishing, multiple dates across August and September 2025 are available for this value. Check out the list of upcoming dates with $104 tickets, plus a roundup of limited-time offerings and new experiences you can enjoy during this fantastic — yet fleeting — time of year. There is so much to see and do! A day at Disneyland can provide up to 15 hours of entertainment. $104 Disneyland Ticket Dates Throughout the year, you can check the ticket calendar on Disneyland.com to see the range of available dates, ticket options, and prices. For families with toddlers and preschoolers, children younger than age three don’t need a ticket. August 2025 Dates with 1-Day, 1-Park Tickets for $104: Tuesday, Aug. 26 Wednesday, Aug. 27 Thursday, Aug. 28

Are you ready to meet your destiny?   The Disney Cruise Line and Walt Disney Imagineering teams are hard at work with the crew at Meyer Werft shipyard in Papenburg, Germany to bring Disney Cruise Line’s heroes and villains-themed ship, the Disney Destiny, to life – and it may be further along than you think!  Here on the Disney Destiny ship’s log, you can get an exclusive look at the shipbuilding process, along with behind-the-scenes looks at some of the exciting Disney stories coming to life inside. Be sure to bookmark this page for regular updates all the way through the ship’s maiden voyage on November 20 from Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale, Fla.  The Disney Live Entertainment Costume Design & Development team has been hard at work putting the finishing touches on the entertainment costumes for Pride Lands: Feast of The Lion King, and today, we’re sharing an exclusive first look for ship’s log readers!  Amanda Avila, Associate Costume Designer with Disney Live Entertainment, is the creative mind behind the costumes and accessory pieces for the all-new dining experience coming to the Disney Destiny. “The costumes take inspiration from the various regions of Africa, with a mix of both contemporary and traditional silhouettes and details,” said Amanda. “We wanted them to feel elevated and regal with nods to both the characters and the culture.” For example, many of the pieces feature cowrie shell details, which draw inspiration from the

World Princess Week is in full sparkling swing, and we are celebrating the storied Disney Princess legacy with decadent and delicious treats at Walt Disney World and Disneyland Paris.  This year’s regal lineup features a magical mix of returning fan-favorites and dazzling new delights that pay tribute to the strength and spirit of the iconic Disney Princess characters that have inspired generations – a true foodie fairytale.   These charming creations, from cakes and cocktails to color-changing concoctions, are a chance to feast like royalty and taste the magic of the Disney Princess stories you know and love. Each princess’s adventurous spirit and timeless charm are brought to life by the imagination of our food & beverage teams, giving fans a chance to step into the storybook for an immersive culinary journey.  By royal decree, we present this year’s World Princess Week bites and beverages!  Walt Disney World Resort  At Walt Disney World, each princess-inspired treat tells its own tasty tale. These enchanting eats and bubbly beverages are available now across multiple parks and resorts – each one fit for royalty!   NEW! Rapunzel Berries and Cream Cake: Vanilla cake, lemon cheesecake mousse, and blackberry jam (Landscape of Flavors and Everything POP Shopping &

It’s been 5-year-old Aurora’s dream to meet her favorite Disney Princess, Cinderella, for as long as she can remember. There was just one small thing standing in the way: Aurora lives in Italy, far away from Cinderella’s castle at a Disney Park.    But through the power of some special Disney magic, Aurora’s dream was able to come true with help from Disney Cruise Line. “Today I met Cinderella, and I hugged her!” Aurora said.   Making Wishes Come True for Nearly 40 Families  During one of the Disney Fantasy’s stops at the port of Civitavecchia this summer, Disney and Make-A-Wish® Italia came together to create an extra special experience for nearly 40 families from across Italy to enjoy a magical day onboard the ship, experiencing all the Disney magic at a time when it is needed the most.  “To be able to grant such an important wish, means to give a child the strength to dream, to really believe in the power of dreams, of life, of everything beyond illness,” Aurora’s mother, Daniela, said.  For the first time ever in Italy, our crew members brought the happiness, joy and magic of Disney to children living with critical illnesses who had wished to meet their favorite Disney characters.  With many Make-A-Wish families unable to

“Ever wonder how Disney dreams become reality? It’s something called Imagineering!” It’s the year 2000, and you’re watching Disney Channel. If you have the sudden urge to draw Mickey ears with an imaginary wand, you also probably know who I am and I’m so excited to tell you I’m back. Yes, It’s me, Tom Morrow 2.0! I’m just as curious, chatty, and full of questions as ever and ready to answer what’s on your mind in the year 2025. But, if you’re brand new here, and not a millennial (I hear that’s what they call them), you’re probably wondering who I am, and why my return is so exciting. Well good news, because I’m here to bring you up to speed on my glorious return faster than you can say “any questions?” Who is Tom Morrow 2.0? Why, that’s a very philosophical question. I assume you want to know my history, right? I’m a mini-matronic robot who enjoys hosting educational shows, making puns, and exploring the magic behind Disney Experiences. I made my debut at EPCOT’s Innoventions, where I used to live, and quickly became a fan-favorite for my curiosity and my car. My car is back, but the Imagineers say that Innoventions is not. You may also remember me from the early-2000s Disney Channel segment “Imagineer That!” Back then, I got to hang out with Imagineers and uncover the science, storytelling, and engineering behind rides, fireworks,

The fall festivities are brewing around the world and at Shanghai Disney Resort there are plenty of seasonal delights in store! From an entire month celebrating Duffy and Friends to “Howl-o-Ween” returning at Zootopia and pirates taking over Treasure Cove, here’s a peek of what you won’t want to miss.  Celebrate Duffy Month at Shanghai Disney  Starting on September 1 through September 30, celebrate Duffy and Friends all month long with fabulous florals! Over at Mickey Avenue, discover picture-perfect photo opportunities, including a Duffy themed-floral and miniature sets to capture special moments with your Duffy and Friends plushes.  New Duffy and Friends Outfits in Full Bloom  All-new outfits for Duffy and Friends are in full bloom this season, each representing a different flower!   Duffy and Friends Outfits Duffy has chosen a Camellia theme ShellieMay will be wearing a Chinese Rose Gelatoni will be donning a top featuring cymbidium ensifolium-inspired embroideries ‘Olu Mel has picked hibiscus for his outfit StellaLou’s headwear is adorned with multiple hosta blooms CookieAnn is showing off her best lotus accessories LinaBell will be styled in a stand-collar jacket and headwear featuring osmanthus blooms Even