Megan Dubois

Megan duBois Walt Disney World operates like a major city . In fact, it's just as big as many major cities in the United States, covering nearly 40 square miles.

Renting a cabana isn't necessary, but it's a great added perk at these Orlando water parks.

From cruises to sports and beyond, these summer vacations are exciting for teens and adults.

Megan duBois If you love cruising, you've likely sailed out of Florida, but one of the fastest-growing cruise ports is actually in Galveston, Texas.

The Walt Disney Company's Experiences division generates a significant $67 billion annual economic impact, supporting over 403,000 jobs across the U.S. This is largely driven by Disney's partnerships with thousands of small businesses nationwide for its theme parks, cruises, and products. Examples include PGAV Destinations, an architect for EPCOT's Cosmic Rewind attraction; Allen Marine Tours in Alaska, a long-term Disney Cruise Line partner boosting the local economy; and Southeast Dairy Processors, a Walt Disney World supplier since 1971. Disney actively seeks diverse vendor expertise and fosters relationship-based collaborations. With a planned $30 billion investment in domestic parks by 2033, these small business partnerships are set to continue thriving.

Disney Cruise Line's entertainment is evolving, particularly with its new Wish-class ships, which offer deeply immersive, story-driven experiences. Unlike older vessels, each Wish-class ship is rooted in a specific story world, allowing for unique entertainment opportunities beyond traditional theaters. Jenny Weinbloom, VP of Live Entertainment, highlights how the Wish pioneered new entertainment offerings, while subsequent ships like Treasure and Destiny expanded storytelling. Destiny, for instance, features an evolving narrative with Loki and Black Panther. New original characters, such as Coriander and Sage, serve as interactive storytellers, engaging guests throughout the cruise. The upcoming Believe ship will continue this innovative approach.

These events get you up close to the action of high-speed races.

High-speed thrills are around every corner at these events.

These events get you up close to the action of high-speed races.

From Walt Disney's animated cartoons of characters participating in various games to the 1996 acquisition of ABC (which owned ESPN at the time), The Walt Disney Company has a storied history with sports.