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Walt Disney World Confirms Annual Passholder Price Drop of 40%

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Composite image: On the left, travelers with backpacks and suitcases wait in line at an airport. On the right, a crowded Disney amusement park filled with people. In the foreground, Mickey Mouse (character) waves at the crowd, implying that these Disney World vacations could cost more. Global Entry program restart travel delays.

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A diverse group of Disney cast members, mostly young adults, are standing closely together, smiling, and looking ahead. They are all wearing teal uniforms with badges. Some are holding hands, creating a sense of unity and celebration. The background shows more people in similar attire.

Disney Just Changed the Rules for What Employees Can Wear to Work

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The giant red guitar at Rock 'n' Roller Coaster in Disney's Hollywood Studios

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