Housekeeping Cast Members Caught Stealing from Hotel Guests in Sting Operation at Disney World

[@airybrook]

My sister has been a hotel manager for a few decades. And mostly at high end hotels. She ALWAYS declines housekeeping when traveling. She will call down for fresh towels, tp, etc as needed - and meets them at the door to her room. But housekeeping is NEVER allowed in her room.

[@mar10rod38]

"Clean and modern interior" = bland, drab and lacking in any atmosphere.

[@thebunnyfoofoo]

Man that Starbucks in Connections looks like the 90s food court of a Target!

[@mikegruber172]

Agreed terrible

[@Ner0sys7]

I was a Security Manager at a major casino in Vegas for almost a decade and I can tell you that employee theft in hotels isn't new. It's extremely common. Theft is a crime of opportunity and the turn-over rate for housekeeping and hotel staff is high in the industry. Use the safe. Keep valuables with you when you leave if possible and don't let them clean your room until you leave the hotel. If you're one of those people that require your room cleaned daily, you're better off hiding your stuff in your vehicle (the parking lots and garages still get broken into but at least they are monitored by CCTV)

[@porcelainthunder2213]

Hotel safes, unless keyed, are practically worthless.

[@Ner0sys7]

@@porcelainthunder2213 Most 4 star+ resorts have biometric or Bluetooth safes at this point. I'm not sure why you'd want a hard key safe in 2022, they take about 30 seconds to get into with a pick and turn.

[@porcelainthunder2213]

@@Ner0sys7 anything with a keypad takes even less time and requires no tools. Most hotel safes are still keypads. Anything electric biometric included)@ can usually be opened with a magnet in about a second. At least you have to work on a keyed safe and not everybody can do quickly without practice. Electronic lock safes require no skill to open.

[@Ner0sys7]

@@porcelainthunder2213 Sounds like you watch too many heist movies, frankly. I mean I only have first hand knowledge and experience in the subject. I've never had a safe of ANY kind compromised in a hotel. Thieves don't wanna deal with that, it's not practical. Electronics, jewelry personal items too large to be locked up are the items of choice. All locks are fallible and only exist to keep honest people honest. If someone REALLY wants your stuff, they'll get it.

[@porcelainthunder2213]

@@Ner0sys7 watch lock picking lawyer here on YT. He regularly shows how easy it is to get into all kinds of safes.

[@yankeesusa1]

When we stayed at Disney's resort we saw so many little kids by themselves doing so many things that they shouldn't be doing and it's crazy that they didn't get hurt. You're right, this is reason we can't have nice things. Kids will be kids, it's the parents that are acting like fools by allowing them and not training them properly or watching them.

[@fifthrider]

(Holds up picture of Connections Cafe and picture of Marriott Courtyard) - "They're the same picture"

[@stevekirk2971]

Going back, maybe 11 years ago now, I was checking in to SSR at WDW, and our credit card got copied from a CM who worked the front desk. It wasn't until we arrived back home at the end of the week, and went to fill up with gas that it got declined. I called the CC company from the gas station, and they needed me to verify some transactions, both were in Texas, we had not traveled to Texas. We confirmed the incorrect charges, and they issued us a new card. At the time did not know how the card had gotten compromised, but were happy it was just a couple of charges, and the CC company had corrected it. A few months later we received a letter in the mail from the Sheriff's department in FL. They had arrested the front desk member working at SSR, and notified us our card was one of many that had been stolen. They continued to follow-up with correspondence about the prosecution of the CM involved. The CM eventually plead guilty to all charges. So long story short, even at a Disney resort, you just can't trust people completely.

[@karppadiem7014]

Yep. This is why we can't have nice things. 😕

[@m.mickeypayne9811]

Years ago, a woman was held captive in a Walt Disney World resort room and later that was uploaded on social media. Ever since then, physical room checks daily are required, with multiple reasons given, when cast members pressed about room checks. If you stay at a Disney resort, you can schedule a time for them to come by, when u contact a housekeeper lead or manager.

[@George-zg6bs]

Thank you for the info. I have never been told I can schedule a time for them to come by to check the room. All I've have is the "Knock" and "we have to check your room now -- we cannot come back".

[@f1kartracer147]

another reason to add to the ever growing list of reasons to look else where to spend my vacation money

[@jaklg7905]

Oh please, this happens everywhere. Better keep your ass at home then.

[@f1kartracer147]

Really I travel extensively for business and I can honestly tell you when you stay in a room at the price point of the monorail hotels it doesn't happen.

[@jaklg7905]

@@f1kartracer147 It happens everywhere. It might not have happened to you yet, but it does happen.

[@gissneric]

@@f1kartracer147 I agree. This happens a lot in Vegas. My friends have been victims of that too. You're just using this as an excuse.😅

[@f1kartracer147]

@@gissneric and thats why I dont vacation there. When I travel for business or pleasure I stay at 4 star or better the cheaper the room the lower paid the help. I also take all precautions when travelling especially if I have to spend anytime in New Orleans.

[@gamelifeusa]

Gotta keep your valuables locked up, you never know who has sticky fingers. You should also always do a sweep of where your staying for hidden cameras, you never know whos a huge perv either.

[@JohnsonArmsProps]

Right? You can't expect Disney to hire honest employees who aren't going to go through your stuff and steal your cash.

[@Louismoxley]

Remember when Disney was an awesome experience😞

[@rjohnson80100]

Its still a great experience if you forgot how much it is costing you...:D Went last Sept for 5 days and had fun.

[@TheGoofy1932]

@@howarddamico1237 Sorry, you didn't read the signs. They've always had very clear signage posted. Not everyone follows the signs though. So play stupid games win stupid prizes.

[@leeprice2849]

It ended a couple years before Covid-19 that just excelerated the decline. My last trip 2010 Was planning one for the 50th stopped planning after there handling of The Last Jedi. Could not support them after that.

[@Mikestamper04]

It still is for the most part lol.

[@patrickcutter6811]

@@rjohnson80100 your bank account doesn’t let you forget how much you’re spending haha!

[@lauraplitt3840]

This happened to me in 2017 at POR!! Two credit cards were taken from my wallet, which I admit I stupidly left in the room when we went to a character breakfast. When we reported it to guest services at the hotel they had a tepid response, and didn’t do anything to “make it better.”

[@annmarie6870]

It doesn’t mean someone should just steal them

[@eclipsehorse8693]

I work hospitality, and yes, unfortunately employee theft of guest belongings from a room does in fact happen more than you care to admit or believe. If it's important to you, take it you take it WITH you. Unfortunately housekeepers think they're owed a little something extra, or feel the need to help themselves to guest food/drinks/belongings. We just terminated a pair of HK not too long ago that went into a room and helped themselves to guests snacks and cola, then openly bragged about it- We want to be trusting and think our belongings are safe when we leave the room...such is not always the case Good on Disney for rooting out these criminals and 'finding new accomodations for them' :)

[@katherineguidry2638]

I had sunglasses stolen from our room in Saratoga Springs resort a few years back. My son and I got there late and I took off my sunglasses and put them on the counter by the sink and proceeded to go have dinner before the restaurant closed. When I got back they were nowhere to be seen. I never lost a pair of sunglasses before. I reported it but nothing was done.

[@patrickcutter6811]

Also, if you have any sort of prescription drug, make sure you hide it well. And also know how much pills were left in there.

[@erikagholston6610]

Thanks for all the news today.

[@jaklg7905]

We always have declined housekeeping in the past because you never know about people. I don't need my bed made and it grosses me out having someone touch my stuff. I have had them move my toothbrush before. I really hate the daily checks because I don't want them even entering the room to tempt them.

[@rach5516]

I never leave out my toiletries or toothbrush when I am on holiday for the same reason.

[@judygarceau1684]

I was informed in April that Disney now has people come in to empty your garbage, even when you decline service. There is no way to ensure no one enters your room, so be sure to lockup valuables and medications. I think we need bigger safes.

[@jaklg7905]

@@judygarceau1684 They have been doing that for years, ever since the Las Vegas shooting. They do "security checks" and that can include housekeeping coming in and taking the garbage. I wish that Disney would respect people's privacy. But some lawyer convinced them that they should do something just in case a crazy person stayed there. But the thing is, they don't go through your bags, so anyone can be hiding anything in your bags. I have been going to WDW for over 30 years and have not had any thefts, but I also do everything that I can to limit them coming into my room. I also do not travel with anything valuable. I don't wear jewelry, I don't have an I pad, I don't carry much cash, and I don't bring a half a dozen credit cards. I also don't take medications so I don't have anything for them to steal.

[@leonorfernandez3596]

I can’t agree with you, Tom. As a mom of 3 children, it is my job to teach my children about sexuality. It is not the job of a teacher. As a teacher who has taught children from Pre-K through 12th grade, there is no reason for a teacher to be teaching children ages 3-8 about sexuality. Children should be allowed to be innocent and focus on learning math, reading, science, social studies, art, music, physical education, and any other regular subject in school. As it is now, far too many students are failing at the basics. That’s what schools should be focusing on. I have seen my children traumatized by liberal teachers who use novels to push their own agenda. I’ll never underway something adults steal the innocence of young children. The Florida bill has been mis-characterized an the “Don’t say gay bill.” The bill is about not teaching any type of sexuality to children from Pre-K through Grade 3. It never mentions “gay.” That was put out there by people with an agenda. I applaud Gov. DeSantis for standing up for the right of parents to decide when and how they will talk to their children about sexuality. Parents care for and support their children. Disney has never, nor will it ever, care for or support my children. I think that Gov. DeSantis was sending Disney a message to stay in their lane. Gov. DeSantis doesn’t tell Disney how to make their movies or design their parks, and Disney, as an entertainment company, should stay out of politics. Fortunately, the very liberal agenda of some Disney executives has been exposed. It seems to me that it’s time for Disney to get its own house in order. Disney getting involved in parents’ rights is an overreach. They may find that they are not and will not be supported by many families who formerly spent their hard-earned money to visit Disney parks or to see Disney movies. As both a DVC member and an Annual Passholder, I’m considering whether or not I wish to continue supporting Disney.

[@judygarceau1684]

What exactly was proposed to be taught about sex? That some kids have two moms or two dads? DeSantis is an ass who is grandstanding because he wants to run for President. Did you see him yell at the young students for wearing a mask? He could care less about anyone except himself.

[@mhb1512]

The Connections Cafe in Epcot looks like a nice airport!

[@SailorMoonFan92]

Not surprised. At Disneyland Paris there is a warning in the room at all the Disney hotels warning that if anything of value is stolen, then it is YOUR fault for leaving it out and it's not Disney's responsibility lol

[@Charliefarley170287]

Housekeeping theft is nothing new but I’m glad WDW are doing something about it. I’ve never had tech or money stolen in hotels but I’ve been to hotels in Europe where my make up or perfume goes missing but when I mention it to the manager their excuse is that I must have mislaid it or they don’t understand what I’m saying. Luckily as a make up artist I label everything with my name (even my personal stuff that I don’t use with customers) so nothing can be mistaken for someone else’s. I’m sure they also use my make up but it’s so hard to prove cos “it’s not how I left it, in my ocd organising” isn’t very substantial proof.

[@UmmYeahOk]

As a child, I remember trick or treating, and doing EXACTLY what the sign in the candy bowl said. “Please take one.” I did this not just because it would be nice if other children could have candy too (never fun walking all the way up there for nothing but disappointment) but mostly because I feared that this was some sort of social experiment. As a child of the 80s and 90s, I truly believed that someone was recording my actions, or at the very least, hiding in the bushes, ready to pop out and scare whoever didn’t obey the sign. I am surprised that grown adults don’t only just have this same fear when they help their children to take more, but at their own place of work. The other day I foolishly left a box set of DVDs in the passenger seat of my convertible, with the windows and top down, while I was at Target for 20 minutes. When I came back, I was 1) shocked that I was so stupid, and 2) that it was still there. My only belief is not that people are generally good natured, but that people understood that there are surveillance cameras, and that this may also be a bait car.

[@onesixwhiskey6514]

Nope. You forgot 3) 3) Who in the hell still has DVD “box sets” 😂😂😂😂 I’m dying…was it Seinfeld, Friends, Sex in the City!?!? 😂😂

[@UmmYeahOk]

@@onesixwhiskey6514 my husband joked about the same thing. No one took it because it was DVD. I honestly used to work there long ago. About 16 years ago the security there had a discussion with their employees in regards to parking lot theft prevention. I joked about leaving my top down while at work. “Someone wants to steal my tape deck?!? How dare they?!?” As for the box set, it was on loan from the local library. 🤦‍♀️ We were planning a trip to Vegas, and I wanted to see Rat Race and Vegas Vacation. They had Rat Race by itself, but to get Vacation, I would need to get this road trip themed box set, that had a bunch of other movies. Ended up discovering last night that it was NOT Vegas Vacation, but the regular OG Vacation movie that started it all. It’s ok though, this Sunday I will see if I can borrow it from my mom. If she doesn’t have it I will harass my brother for not returning it like he seems to do with all the movies he borrows from her. 😡

[@onesixwhiskey6514]

@@UmmYeahOk this story just keeps getting better! I’m dying, I totally understand your plight. I’m 45 yrs old I’m assuming you’re at least in your 30’s. Look we’re all just trying to make it in life, renting a DVD box set just to brush up on Pappa Georgio’s adventure totally makes sense to me. My wife had a massive Disney Movie VHS collection even Song of the South. She gifted them to our niece, the movies are long gone. All well.

[@Tommy-B.]

We made a dummy that sat in a chair for a week before Halloween. On Halloween my dad dressed up in the dummy’s clothes, with the bowl of candy in his lap and a sign pinned to him that said “just take one.” Imagine how high they jumped when the dummy that was sitting there all week, jumped at them. Lol

[@scorpman300]

we did the same thing but only because we were raised the right way. we were taught by our parents to behave, follow the rules, and be good. something very lacking these days

[@ddc163264]

Not surprised that cast members were caught stealing. I have had it happen at BOTH DL AND WDW. Which is why I always say I DON'T want service unless I request it & then I have hidden cameras watching the room. Yes, I KNOW that things were stolen, because I setup my rooms with items placed in such a way so that I know when anything was touched. I do this in ANY hotel room I go to as I don't trust ANY housekeeping staff at ANY hotel. BTW items were stolen at the Disneyland Hotel AND Pop Century. No they weren't "lost", as the items were not brought anywhere but in the room.

[@jonny5777]

Excuse my interjection but You sound like an awful person with some deep seeded trust issues. Perhaps if people were paid a proper wage they wouldn’t need to do that? Regardless judging every single person for the actions of a few is a terrible trait and you should be ashamed of yourself.

[@AdamJohnson0110]

@@jonny5777 hence billionaires and rich executives who get in trouble for dishonest business dealings. If they were paid slightly more they’d be more honest, right?

[@ddc163264]

@@jonny5777 So the criteria for being an honest worker and NOT STEALING from others, is how much you get paid?! I have been homeless and dug ditches as well as worked coat check and cleaned rooms just to get enough money to eat while still being homeless. It used to be a "normal" trait to be expected NOT to steal REGARDLESS of your status especially at work. Guess that doesn't apply to you. So maybe people better watch out for you if you are ever in dire straits! BTW After the FIRST time I chalked it up to a bad person, after the THIRD time, at a DISNEY hotel, I started to be wise and protect my stuff more than before! This wasn't a problem in Shanghai Disney Hotel, nor even Paris Disney Newport Hotel, ONLY WDW and DL here in the states!

[@jonny5777]

@@ddc163264 I’m just not the type of person to make sweeping statements about entire sections of society ‘all women are this, all Mexicans are that…’ it’s just not helpful. I’ve never been stolen from in a hotel maybe because people who work there aren’t thieves or because I don’t leave my valuables lying around (That’s what the safe is for) Who know we all have different experiences and it’s hard to make generalisations. Congrats on going from living in a ditch to international traveller very impressive. You should write a book

[@jonny5777]

@@AdamJohnson0110 how many rooms are cleaned daily? Thousands? Millions? Most happen without incident. Of course crime occurs that’s human nature some people will do it regardless of their financial situation. Adam Johnson! When did you get out of prison? I used to watch you play football

[@sydneylynn1953]

Using the safe in your hotel room is often a hard lesson learned. We never thought to use it until we had $300 stolen from our suitcase. It was hidden, wrapped in clothing and they still found it. Most people we know that have gone to Disney have a similar story unfortunately. Always use the safe in your room!!

[@thehotsixer1]

I will now, thanks

[@jtstacey83]

You know what is crazy I left a couple hundred bucks in my room when at Art of Animation in December and when we got back from the park and I was going over my receipts from the day I remembered the money and grabbed it, except it was $40 less than I remembered. My wife said I must have misremembered as we usually don't keep cash on us, but we had taken out some in case we had card issues that have happened in the past and I'm 100% sure we didn't use any of it.

[@AdamJohnson0110]

I believe in the bill itself, it mentions the specific article/bill about voting to approve the dissolution as "notwithstanding", meaning it doesn't apply, and the members of these special groups will not hold a vote to approve the dissolution. “Notwithstanding s. 189.072(2), any independent special district established by a special act prior to the date of ratification of the Florida Constitution on November 5, 1968"

[@WDWNT]

That probably won’t hold up when they go to court

[@TalytaB]

Exactly why I don't let housekeeping come in. Anywhere, idc. Safes are easy to open, ppl have all the time to rummage through your stuff

[@mummygirlvampiress]

At Disney resorts, it is mandatory they come in your room. They walk right in..

[@curious880]

Exactly why we can't have nice things! LOL

[@bigc2626]

One of the many reasons why I have a problem with their mandated daily hotel room inspections.

[@SailorMoonFan92]

You can blame the guy with a whole meth lab set up in his Pop Century room for that one lol

[@yaffarealbeauty6089]

Actually it’s thanks to a guy who was holed up in his hotel room in Vegas full of ammunition who shot at people from his hotel room a few years back. That’s the reason for the daily checks.

[@bigc2626]

@@yaffarealbeauty6089 also the pulse night club shooter in Orlando was planning to shoot up Disney Springs. He was there, they had footage of him casing the property and his cell phone pinged off one of the Disney cell towers. They had increased security at the House of Blues at Disney Springs, so the shooter changed his plans and shot up the Pulse Night Club instead. I think that also had something to do with Disney mandating the room checks. Either way, not necessary for the checks. If someone wants to open fire, they’ll do it no matter what.

[@SailorMoonFan92]

@@yaffarealbeauty6089 Ah yes, that was a thing. Totally forgot.

[@TheVloggerDude2018]

In March of 2017 I brought my 3DS with me to disney world with my marching band. We stayed at Caribbean beach. One day I left my 3DS charging in my room as we went to Hollywood studios for the day. When I came back, my 3DS AND ITS CHARGER were gone. I called lost and found and they said they didn’t have it either. They’ve been doing this FOR YEARS. Whoever stole it from me…. I hope you feel bad about it. That 3DS had kid Icarus uprising in it. My favorite game. I had 100 hours on it.

[@MikeTerry1969]

Sure the current law says that residents need to vote for it, but any state statute is open for ammendment. That's what legislators do, create new laws and modify exisiting law.

[@Killsab3lla]

It is a law? I have had a hard time finding info on it.

[@andromedaspark2241]

It's good that Disney actually made sure to catch the thieves rather than just sweep it under the rug.

[@claudiamiller7730]

Well..that sting caught only two folks…and WDW is a biiiiiiggg resort….so….hmmmmmmm…..

[@waytoson]

So sad to hear of the news about Mousekeeping... Just sad that people can't be trusted to be honest and do a good job...

[@drstone1167]

Woke liberal 🌈 gay Disney Has Lost $34 Billion in Value Since Embarking on Culture War With Florida. You Poke the conservative Bear Ron DeSantis and you get A big bite out of your bottom line profits$$. Overpaid Incompetent top management at Disney needs to stay out of the culture wars and improve the Disney parks and $profits$ and not push their gay liberal woke agenda. Disney top management will be lucky if Disney shareholders don’t file a “class action lawsuit“ against them for lost $profits$ and revenue because of their dumb management decisions.

[@yankeesusa1]

Yep, the sad thing is this happens at most hotels. Reason not to leave cash laying around unless you're leaving it as a tip.

[@rareposts]

Disappointing about the house keeping theft.

[@toddw8396]

I have to believe it’s not rampant…in the past, we’ve experienced that when leaving cash tips for “Mousekeeping,” we also had to leave a small Thank You note or they wouldn’t take the money.

[@robertbunch7829]

There always someone that ruins it for everyone else as tom says that's why we can't have nice things lol 🙃!!!!

[@mickeysbackpackofficial1835]

Good Job Security!!! You can only screen and background check to certain levels. ALWAYS GUARD YOUR VALUABLES!!!

[@andrewpriester6994]

Oh “great” Another Starbucks 🙄

[@opchick0597]

It's about time Disney starts paying their fair share of taxes. You guys have the best governor in the nation.

[@TheREELGEEK]

Yes we do! AMEN to that!!! 🇺🇲🙂🇺🇲

[@jamesm895]

In a related story the “no jumping in front of cars on the highway” signs have just been approved. That on the heels of last weeks green lighting of the “quit being a lazy parent and keep an eye on your children” signs

[@deborahmoreland8323]

Not surprised

[@thelostant]

Remember when people were pissed off that you were covering the don’t say gay bill and you had to explain why this was news?

[@gamesforgamers6017]

There is no such bill.

[@patrickcutter6811]

@@gamesforgamers6017 thank you 🤜🏼🤛🏼

[@annmarie6870]

Ahahhaahahaha lol those hired help would lmao!

[@michaeltaylor1603]

I always take my valuable cRaP with me, like camcorder & wallet. Leave clothes in my duffel bag in closet. For this reason, LaQuinta thought I'd checked out!

[@thea2zreviewshow962]

Does anyone know how wide the WDW trash cans are?

[@joem6017]

notwithstanding [Statute] 189.072 is in this Bill. The residents don't need to approve this.

[@dawnherrmann2734]

Why would the residents never vote against Disney? How does it affect them?

[@toddw8396]

It’s easy to keep your valuables safe while staying at ANY hotel…use the hotel safe (it’s free and simple to use)!

[@TalytaB]

And easy to break in

[@toddw8396]

@@TalytaB Not impossible, but less likely than than leaving a wad of cash in the top drawer. 😆 If you’re really paranoid you could bring along a Milockie device.

[@JohnsonArmsProps]

You should also test your hotel safe to see if the override codes have not been changed from 0000 or 9999. Lazy hotel Management can leave an easy back door if they don't change them (And even then it's not that hard to find out what the override code is when you work there).

[@maribelsolares7890]

someone stole my Louis Vuitton bands almost 1000 dollars, they told me it was impossible

[@arlenenash4437]

Of course they did. My daughter is an artist and had her brushes drying. We went out to eat, came back and all her brushes were gone. We reported it and got the same answer that you did. So over $500 in brushes and some jewelry just disappeared

[@maribelsolares7890]

@@arlenenash4437 it is incredible the way they handle this very important thing!

[@kentslocum]

I mainly follow Disney news because I am fascinated with theme park construction, so I appreciate the coverage of both Connections and Arendale. It bothers me, though, that Disney will happily duplicate Arendale in both Paris and Tokyo while knowing full well that they will be inferior to the Hong Kong version (due to not having the Sliding Sleighs coaster). Same for Paris getting a much better version of Avengers Campus, and WDW getting a (somewhat) better version of Galaxy's Edge. I understand the desire to duplicate lands (for financial reasons), and I understand why guests will welcome it. But at least do a full copy-paste, not a partial one. Individual attractions are easier to forgive, but Tron: Lightcycle Run was never meant to be ripped out of the context given by Shanghai's sleek Tomorrowland aesthetic and Asian influences. For example, the rippling canopy was meant to allude to a dragon. WDW's Tomorrowland has neither the architectural nor cultural setting for that canopy.

[@WDWNT]

Tokyo isn’t a clone, it’s a completely different thing

[@kentslocum]

@@WDWNT It is true that Fantasy Springs required more careful integration of the Frozen ride and restaurant with the other mini-lands. However, my point remains: Disney is doing a Frozen copy-paste without any clear improvement. If anything, it's a downgrade to Frozen, because Fantasy Springs is NOT getting Sliding Sleighs (or any other coaster, for that matter), the Frozen area will be much smaller than the one scheduled for Paris due to the need to share the space with Tangled and Peter Pan, and the Frozen attraction and restaurant appear to be fairly similar to the other ones under construction or being planned. There is nothing that sets Tokyo's version of Frozen apart, other than the fact that guests can leave it for Tangled and Peter Pan.

[@AlbyMarz]

Great.. so Cast Members can sit home broke on their extra 2 days off.. since they can't go to the Parks anymore, and cannot afford to do anything else.

[@hatingontruth9118]

Some cast members I've met have a hook up and will know the people at the gate and just let them in even if it's during a black out time.

[@TheREELGEEK]

@@hatingontruth9118 and there's cast members of the main gate will be caught and fired. So don't bet on it.

[@aaronmerkel5216]

No climbing sign so if they ever get sued they can say there was a sign.

[@aaronanglea]

Bet Disney keeps out of politics now

[@Djeezey]

Those residents don’t want to assume the costs to maintain the large swath of land that is Disney.

[@Tommy-B.]

Disney will be paying for it via $200M a year in taxes.

[@graphicsaw2657]

I believe the legislation is written to revoke the Reedy Creek “residents” ability to vote on the change to their special district

[@rnettles6241]

Neighbor Lady: "We're going to Disney World!" Me: "Watch your kids." Neighbor Lady: "We're staying on-site, they have private security, and they're mostly white!" Me: "Watch your kids."

[@tonydubois8371]

I don't want to be forced to choose between my morals and my favorite companies. I want to be entertained. I want to hug Mickey Mouse. I want to watch Disney movies and share the joy I have for them with my children. I do not want to entertain a thought that I will never again take another vacation to Walt Disney World. Please do not put me in that position. We are either Americans looking for unity or we aren't. It's that simple. I need you right now to be the leaders to stand up against this nonsense and say "Enough." I need you to say "We think all people are equal, important, and have a right to be validated." I need you to publicly acknowledge that you accept that varying opinions are ok, and that canceling each other is not the best thing for any of us and is not the world we are striving to achieve. I need you to say "We welcome people of all beliefs, religions, political affiliation, color, gender, and math aptitude and we are not interested in being part of the woke cancel culture that alienates half of the United States and possibly even the world." I need you to be the leaders that you are and not make me choose between my love of Goofy and what is right.

[@DeanDewnuffun]

Minnie Mouse now wears trousers. Not long before Mickey wears a dress. It's coming. Princesses will be portrayed by men too.

[@braddiehl37]

The F is wrong with outfit changes. Especially when it comes to woman's rights? This isn't even a good response.. Also Disney has always been political and had stances. Read your history.

[@RHoDS713]

@@braddiehl37 Please enlighten me. What political stance has Disney taken that rivals the stupidity of their current position? Disney execs reacted in fear to far-left activists within the company who misrepresented or purposely lied about the facts of the 'Parental Rights' bill & then the left-wing media tagged along to promote "disinformation". Did the CEO or attorneys even bother reading the 6 page bill? Obviously, no. Many years ago we were on the "20,000 Leagues Under the Sea" ride at WDW during which the voice over warns "Dive! Dive!". My 5 year old turned to me and said loudly, "HEY, WHO'S DRIVING THIS THING?!", much to the amusement of everyone around us. That's how I feel about Disney these days. Who in the world is driving that thing?

[@RHoDS713]

@@DeanDewnuffun You're right, the problem will be when Mickey decides he now identifies as a Minnie and wants to wear her dress. Or when the next Cinderella is 6'5", has a morning beard growth, and speaks with a bass voice. We will be required to address him as "Ma'am" also.

[@George-zg6bs]

RESORT HOTEL THEFT. HOUSEKEEPING IS NOT THE ONLY POTENTIAL SOURCE! We have stayed on property numerous, numerous times throughout the past 45 years to include value, moderate, deluxe, and DVC properties. We have been very fortunate not to have items stolen from our rooms (but we've always used the in-room safes when they've been offered). HOWEVER, WHAT REALLY bothers us now is the fact that WDW resort staff MUST come in and check our room EACH day, even if we are in the room and/or have the "PRIVACY PLEASE" (Do Not Disturb) sign on the door, and have declined room service. CM's have been very insistent and pushy about coming in our room to check. THEY ARE ALSO A POTENTIAL TO TAKE ITEMS FROM YOUR ROOM. It's not just housekeeping (who have been great with us). I really do not like the forced check! I'm so appreciative that Marriot Hotels or Marriot Vacation Clun Resorts in the area do not do this mandatory daily room check.

[@Creativekylie]

I believe the mandatory checks are for weapons and stock piling 😧 i saw one cast member say they really hated having to do them because they were young and people would yell at them for needing to check the room. I’ve never heard of any other hotel do this!

[@kdash7]

A couple of years ago we were staying on property & this happened to me. I was in the shower & the only one in the room at the time. I heard loud knocking & banging at the door & thought it was one of our kids wanting in the room. I was yelling “just a minute” but the banging continued. I was quickly getting out of the shower to throw some clothes on to see what was going on when I could hear the door unlock & started opening. Thankfully I had the extra latch thing across the top of the door which prevented it from being open all the way since I wasn’t completely dressed at that time. I went to the door & opened it & to my surprise it was a male cast member starting to walk away from the door. I asked him what he was doing trying to come in my room when I had the do not disturb sign out. He was VERY rude & combative telling me that he has every right to enter my room whenever he feels like it!!! Not apologizing like you think he would have! I did not back down to his aggressive behavior. I told him he could’ve checked someone else room who didn’t have the sign up & come back to my room when the sign was down. Why would you choose to enter a room with the sign up when you could still check that room but check it when the sign is down? There were plenty of rooms to check with no sign up. I was scared & shaking at the fact that this man had tried to come into my room while I was in the shower! If I hadn’t had the latch across the top he wouldn’t come in with only me in the room & in the shower!! This is totally unacceptable & unsafe to say the least.

[@George-zg6bs]

@@kdash7 Very interesting reply Kendra. We thought it was just us who were being harassed at WDW hotels!! The CMs have disturbed us on a number of occasions even when the Do Not Disturb sign is on the door. And most every CM has been rude and pushy and demanding. They say "It is on their list and it needs to be checked right now--I cannot come back later!" On one occasion, we were taking a nap when the "knock" came. The CM didn't care that we were taking a nap....and he would not consider coming back after we had finished our nap and returned to the parks. (Do you ever wonder why the have the "Do Not Disturb:" signs?? This is yet another example where the "WDW Magic" is going away. Although I prefer to stay "on property", I can stay at a nearby Marriott Vacation Club Resort (2 BR, 2 Bath, Full Kitchen, and great amenities) for less money than it costs to stay at a WDW Value Resort! Yes, I said Value Resort"! Wow! And Marriott VC doesn't charge for parking like Disney Resort Hotels do! But again, we enjoy staying on property, but we are glad we have choices!!

[@Creativekylie]

@@kdash7 that is a very horrible situation you were in! I’m so sorry! That’s so invasive, and having someone argue against your right to privacy is so frightening.

[@stevel7782]

DeSantis has signed the bill, Reedy Creek will be dissolved on June 1st, 2023

[@bigc2626]

I’m sure Disney will challenge it. It’s likely to be wrapped up in court for years.

[@stevel7782]

I think so too, Florida is in Trouble now

[@Tinkerellastreasuretrunk]

Wow. 😕

[@chaotictattoo]

We are at Disney world right now and what happened to a lot of the cast members. Their people skills have gone down the toilet. I'm not saying it's a huge amount of them but some of them are rude to where they just can seem to be polite even when you ask a simple question. Some dude name Topher at animal kingdom I watched him tell 3 different people he is too busy to talk to them and turn away from them right to their face and one guy at the spot where you buy legacy light sabers tell us as we just quickly looked at a price to a light Saber to get in line to even look at the sabers and we replied at we are just just a price and leaving and he snickered at us and said still get in line we weren't even blocking the line and then said "some people" well I'm sorry I looked at a price for 3 seconds before dropping $160 on something. I'm not saying they have to love everyone but at least be a little more kind? And did house keeping cleaning get cut from the budget?

[@BowenoftheLore]

"Didn't steal the Apple products" no duh, those have gps in them and can easily be tracked

[@Amaryllis88164]

I think I’ll put some mouse traps in my bags on my next trip 👹

[@seanhaugh4232]

You would almost certainly be legally liable for any damage caused. Most cases involving people setting traps to defend their property that ended up injuring someone did not go in their favor. But something like an envelope full of glitter might work. Maybe leave a dollar or two in it to tempt opening it. Good luck vacuuming for the next 3 hours lol

[@Amaryllis88164]

@@seanhaugh4232 I was kidding, but I do like your idea! I always lock my suitcase when we’re not in our room anyway.

[@florianthesnow]

So do you live in that district or are some WDW properties outside of that district?

[@TheREELGEEK]

A lot of the Walt Disney property is outside of this district however reedy Creek fire does service the Bay Lake district which includes the theme parks and some of the hotels.

[@californiadreaming6560]

Love Duffy

[@jamsmit1249]

Why do y’all think it’s ok for Disney to be above everyone else? Universal doesn’t have this option

[@Djeezey]

Universal is a fraction of Disneys size. It made more sense for Disney to run itself. Now, the burden of maintaining virtually another city falls onto the tax payers.

[@WDWNT]

Because Orlando was swamp before they arrived. Businesses should be awarded for building new economies in cities that barely had them.

[@jamsmit1249]

@@WDWNT I think I will step away for watching your videos bc our opinions will never align

[@TheREELGEEK]

And if it wasn't for Walt Disney World existing, Universal would have never build a theme park in Central Florida Norwood most of the other attractions located in the area.

[@TheREELGEEK]

@@Djeezey trust me, the taxpayers will not be burdened with higher taxes to support the future function of Walt Disney World.

[@scorpman300]

i understand that everyone wants that modern look and all but this is disney and i dont care how much modern the building are there has to be that disney touch in everything or you lose the magic and it just is not disney. i think that this is one of the biggest issue with disney these days, they are forgetting what it means to be disney. everything they are doing is not what walt would be doing or would want. they need to take a good long hard look at themselves and get back to being the disney that walt built and get the magic back.

[@jonny5777]

You don’t have paid days off working for Disney? 😂 Disney is a bad company to work for and America in general it seems

[@GBucPigBob]

Great news for The Mouse all week!!

[@jimdecesare8298]

Again...read the bill Tommy. It's not a political move to help the Gov. run for a higher office. The bill includes 5 other districts that are not related to Disney.

[@lawrencerobinson6543]

Tom Cool shirt!!!

[@gabrielaanchante6329]

5 days for connections cafe and eatery opened

[@Vaderd2k926]

Only I would care about the fact that $65 and $65 do not add up to $200. Stupid OCD

[@DianesPlants]

Wish they would bring frozen land to wdw in Florida.

[@alhegg5947]

Maybe Disney should pay better .They could take good old Bob’s pay check and give it out that way cause he sucks

[@UmmYeahOk]

This would have never happened at Dixie Landings. Just sayin’

[@robertbunch7829]

You know it lol 😆 !!!

[@DeanDewnuffun]

America had a better culture and citizenship in those days. Now we import the third world, and they do things differently.

[@TheGoofy1932]

Whose going to Dixie Landings?! 😆 Yeah, I guess if no one is going there. Then no one would be there to steal anything.

[@UmmYeahOk]

@@TheGoofy1932 I was there in 2017. Just because my reservation said Riverside, doesn’t mean I have to stay there. In fact, the bus system was so terrible this year, that we all ended up taking the bus to Riverside, and walking through Dixie Landings to our Port Orleans resort. Walking is faster than waiting for a freaking bus! 😡

[@danaxe407]

Tom, you are the only person who said the residents of RCID would need to vote in favor of this bill, where did you hear that?

[@TheREELGEEK]

I think he pulled it out of thin air or fell prey to some bad information from someone who obviously didn't know what they were talking about. In any event, I would like to know the answer to that question as well.

[@chasrn64]

The bill passed has a section which deals with this. They don't need the residents to vote. This is complete disinformation by Tom.

[@jeremiahbachmann3901]

The more you pay your employees, the fewer times this will happen. It won't stop it entirely, but it will discourage it to a high amount.

[@myrnapowell1637]

I disagree. Look at how many well paid executives get their hand caught in the cookie jar. Greed is greed. If you can’t pay your bills working a certain job then get another that pays better or get a second job. It’s called being an adult and taking responsibility for your life and your actions.

[@LARKXHIN]

@@myrnapowell1637 "Get another wage slave job and work yourself to the bone because every employer is cheap."

[@LARKXHIN]

I was thinking something similar, I saw someone say "If Disney isn't going to pay their employees properly, they'll pay themselves.", but I know that wouldn't dissuade people because the COL keeps rising.

[@myrnapowell1637]

@@LARKXHIN I just googled how much they make. Perhaps you should have done the same. How much does a Housekeeper make at The Walt Disney Company in the United States? Average The Walt Disney Company Housekeeper hourly pay in the United States is approximately $17.05, which is 39% above the national average. $17 an hour is a lot of money and is a livable wage. Disney is an easy scape goat for others failures.

[@plantpants3746]

I'm confused. Cast members full time don't get paid vacation time?

[@eclipsehorse8693]

by the sounds of it, they get much of anything at all, except long hours, little pay, and the chance to be berated and treated like sh*t by guests on a daily basis. These poor cast members aren't even given a chance to come into the parks on a day off and enjoy themselves... come on Disney, treat your employees better!!

[@arshomo]

I fought the law and the law won.

[@loualiberti4781]

I’m Shocked 😳 Shocked 😳 I say

[@James_Traynor]

Low wage job with high turnover yeah of course they stole.

[@cassidystarchild7907]

I feel like this partly due to low wages but also poor tipping habits.

[@jennifereddleman6656]

Or poor integrity. You don't have to steal to live within your means.

[@jaklg7905]

Granted, most wages are not enough now. But their housekeeping starting wage is $17/hour. Not exactly minimum wage.

[@javiermigoya]

Please drop anything and everything WOKE, last thing Me and Anyone I know who is a Great Fan of Disney is for Disney to go under over all of this LGBTQ agenda that has gone into overdrive over the last few years, A Ton of my fondest memories growing up were those on Disney vacations as a child and then as a parent, something has gone horribly wrong, The discussion about The Birds & the Bees (AKA The Talk) has always been a subject traditionally discussed by a child and Parents and when I say child. were talking teenagers not small children, All this pushing LGBTQ imagery, explanation of their lifestyle choices and or education of their way of life has resulted in a whirlwind of negativity and opposition and it can only get worse, All this non-stop exposure was never anything anyone ever wanted or asked for including the majority of the LGBTQ who just want to live their lives in peace with their partners and are now caught up in all this controversy which they feel like are attached to by default like being strapped down into a speeding car and an inevitable Car wreck they never wanted to be in to begin with, For years the Slogan "Go WOKE, Go Broke" has been swirling around like a Sharks in Deep waters waiting for the right time to devour those Companies that went too far, Please do not Make Disney a casualty of Go WOKE, Go Broke, The World has always been a better place, a magical place with Disney in it

[@ilminer]

Sell hate, deflate

[@javiermigoya]

@@ilminer not sure what that means, lol but you with me or against? Just using logic, they pushed intentional hate toward parents and thought they were untouchable, now they come to realize they miscalculated terribly and now they are deflated and put in their place, it's not just the law they just passed, that's going to take a full year to go into effect, it's the masses that are turning against Disney, to be clear, I don't want Disney to go under, but they need to drop the WOKE crap quick fast and in a hurry before it's too late for them to recover, because if this WOKE-DISNEY Backlash, it's now created a Woke Domino effect, Spotify did not renew the Obama's contract for 2023, more and more companies are getting rid of LGBTQ and BLM FLAGs etc this is what happens when you overstay your welcome and push ideology no one wanted but a very small group compared to the vast masses, they all stayed silent but now that it's ok to speak out, the open backlash will be swift, nobody's fault but their own

[@jaysonpida5379]

Connections looks great.

[@CountrySteve2]

Before everyone comments all of this remember: its pretty COMMON for ppl to leave cash as tips in rooms which is why housekeeping did not take any of the belongings. If they were thieves i could see them taking something like air pods which are what ppl lose on their own anyway. I do not agree with what the police did bc again...even in cheaper motels ppl leave cash tips. I would assume such ridiculous prices yet cheap labor costs the housekeepers prob thought someone was acknowledging their hard work. The sting operation sounds like something a person in a toxic relationship would do. I hope both women fight it. God bless and may they have His favor. 🌟🐢🐢🐢Cara

[@abbiejoliec3133]

I hope the Governor is disappointed.

[@mummygirlvampiress]

You should keep your political feelings to yourself. We dont care how YOU feel about Governor. Just talk about the parks.

[@lorilynwestrum7260]

Thank you I feel the same

[@eclipsehorse8693]

but, the parks and the governor are linked now, you can't discuss one without the other, and the impact each have on one another.. Sorry, but right now this is Disney news that affect everyone, regardless of political ideology

[@WDWNT]

I’m not sure when I said anything of the sort, I’m honestly getting a bit fed up with being told what my political views are when I’ve stated none.

[@HelenaWayne258]

@@WDWNT not true. You have definitely defined your opinion. Just educate yourself tad more if you speak about it.

[@batshevanivylerner8582]

@@WDWNT watch the video and you'll see that you very clearly state your political views.

[@chrishintz1077]

No matter what happens re Disney reedy creek v Desantis, the fees charged will be written off to be picked up by guess who? The “little people “. It’s a game of hot potato.

[@TheREELGEEK]

WRONG! Should the really creek improve in district being dissolved, the burden will not fall to the taxpayers. This is a myth.

[@m_autoguy_cali8116]

Seems this channel takes a political stance, given the criticism of Gov Desantis? Too bad.

[@bookemdano7567]

DeSantis’s political revenge against Disney IS Disney news. That’s why it’s being reported on a Disney news site.

[@m_autoguy_cali8116]

@@bookemdano7567 When you add the anti-Desantis slant, it offends some in your audience, myself included. It isn’t necessary and why do it? Businesses that claim “wokeness” are all feeling the repercussions. That’s the issue nowadays. Those that supposedly “report” the news, instead have to insert a slant. Why not report in an unbiased way? Does your consumption of products, services, information and news depend on why political views the provider has? I certainly don’t seek this out as a contingency and frankly, it just doesn’t make business sense.

[@m_autoguy_cali8116]

@@bookemdano7567 oh? And what’s the “revenge” for? Disney took a stance against PARENTAL RIGHTS to stop sexual content and topics in schools targeting KINDERGARTEN through THIRD GRADE. If you’re one of those that agree, then frankly, you are a GROOMER, preparing young children for sex. Period. Not only that, Disney executives claimed they would now include 50-60% of SEXUAL content in their future products. Oh? Since when did Disneys Mission Statement include promoting sexual content to children? WHAT IS THE REASON FOR FOCUSING SEX ON CHILDREN? That’s the real question you need to ask. And there’s absolutely NOTHING in the bill that says “Don’t Say Gay.” Get half a clue.

[@happyperson8740]

Agree with comments here. I’ve seen this before from WDW News Today. I was giving it another try to “Subscribe”…not going to do it. The other reason is I can go to other Disney Influencers who were the first in Connections Cafe where WDW News Today was not.

[@GLJosh]

Freshbaked did a very good overview of the RCID.

[@pacheaco727]

Please tell me that it’s accurate that the residents of the district get the final vote. That would be a historical end to this shitshow of Florida politics.

[@alpha34098]

The Constitution of Florida state that any changes related to the Special Districts (which do enjoy a status similar to Federal Lands) must be voted by the inhabitants of the district for approval. Which in this case, are all cast members that permanently inhabit Disney World If Ron DeSantis and his cohort decides to impose this law through an executive order, it will not only constitute a fragrant and direct violation to Florida's "carta magna" (Spanish for the grand chart that the constitution was written on) but it will cause a lot of trouble in the Federal Level since the lands Disney World were not bought directly from the State of Florida, but from the US Federal Government This not mentioning all implications this law will be causing, specially economical ones which will be severe Ron DeSantis will now be getting into quite a spectacle that will be costing dearly

[@eliotwilliams7987]

@@alpha34098 No. There is a statute that says that, but it is repealed by this law.

[@TheREELGEEK]

It's NOT accurate at all! And the politics in Florida are far from a s*** show! Don't be mad because we have the best governor in the country running the most free state in the country. It's about time Disney got knocked down a few pegs after all this sexualized innuendo agenda nonsense! 🤨

[@TheREELGEEK]

@@alpha34098 WRONG!

[@phantomstarproductions4587]

I plead the 5th comment

[@TheMagnificentRuffian]

Never trust a Disney Cast member😠

[@phantomstarproductions4587]

Tom we only call the Florida Governor as Prince John. He could be sucking his thumb if that fails

[@eclipsehorse8693]

~/0 a pox on the phony gov-ner of Flo-rida! ~/0

[@TheREELGEEK]

Um, No!

[@thehotsixer1]

I think the Florida legislature should tax Disney very heavily since Disney charges hefty prices for everything.