Contract talks between Disney and it’s largest union are ongoing, according to the Orlando Sentinel. This article gives a great summary of the sticky issues and how far apart the two sides are. It appears to me that the sides are closer than had been previously thought. The largest issue is health care coverage. That… Read More »WDW Contract Talks Ongoing
The on again off again relationship of Pixar and Disney has had more twists and turns than a theme park roller coaster. For now it appears to be back on track with the departure of Eisner next year. This does not bode well for Bob Iger’s chances at succession as Pixar likely would not sign… Read More »Disney and Pixar Sitting in a Tree
Opening soon at Walt Disney World is Stitch’s Great Escape. Based on the sucessful Lilo and Stitch franchise, this one looks to be a big hit. One of LaughingPlace.com’s staff got in for a sneak peek at the attraction and filed this report. (Warning: contains spoilers. Don’t read if you want to be suprised your… Read More »Stitch Preview Report
Hundreds of unionized Walt Disney World workers gathered Monday night to protest stalled contract negotiations with the company. “We’re here to embarrass the company,” said Joe Condo, president of the Service Trades Council. The employee’s union is turning up the heat on Disney. This looks like it could get ugly if both sides don’t come… Read More »Disney Employees Protest bad contract offer
As I’ve stated previously, I am in the process of moving to Orlando, FL. This move happens this week, so I may be a bit spotty in my posting. I am looking forward to this new phase in my life. Hurricane Dodging, Tourist Avoiding, and Humidity induced showers. But I’ve spent three *long* years in… Read More »A personal note
Despite its foe’s best efforts to derail the project, Florida voters appear likely to approve construction of the light rail project once again. The first leg will connect Tampa and Orlando with a stop at the Walt Disney World Resort and the Orlando International Airport. The second leg will connect central Florida with southern Florida.… Read More »Florida High Speed Rail Back on Track
If you have a vacation booked to Disney’s Vero Beach Disney Vacation Club Resort over the next month or so, you’d better plan on resheduling. The resort remains closed to to heavy damage from Hurricane Jeanne and the previous storms. As for the cast members who work there, some are working to repair the damage,… Read More »Disney’s Vero Beach Remains Shuttered
The Walt Disney World Marathon event occurs January 7-9 2005. They just announced Champion as the new race sponsor. Because the race takes you through the themeparks you are required to finish the marathon in 7 hours or less. But I’ve heard that the runners all have a great time and lots of entertainment is… Read More »WDW Marathon