Podcasts about Shanghai Disney Resort

Shanghai Disney Resort unveiled new smoking control measures on Monday during an outdoor smoking control roundtable, aimed at enhancing visitor experience and park operations.上海迪士尼度假区在周一举办的户外控烟圆桌会议上宣布了新的控烟举措，要全面提升游客体验与园区运营水平。The new measures, taking effect on May 29 ahead of World No Tobacco Day on May 31 and International Children's Day on June 1, include reducing designated smoking areas, upgrading no-smoking signage, and implementing a reminder card system.新措施将于5月29日生效，恰逢5月31日世界无烟日和6月1日国际儿童节前夕，具体措施包括缩减指定的吸烟区、升级禁烟标识以及推行提醒卡制度。Following a comprehensive review and assessment of existing smoking points, the resort will eliminate 24 smoking areas, cutting the total number by about half. Shanghai Disneyland will have 11 designated smoking areas.经过对现有吸烟点的全面审查与评估，园区将取消24处吸烟区，使总数减少约一半。调整后，上海迪士尼乐园将保留11处指定吸烟区。The adjustments focus on high-traffic zones where non-smoking visitors previously reported unavoidable exposure to smoke, and heavily congested secondary pathways. Several smoking points, including those near the main park entrance, will be relocated to optimize guest flow.此次调整重点关注游客流量密集区域——此前非吸烟游客曾反馈这些区域存在不可避免的二手烟暴露问题——以及拥堵严重的次要通道。部分吸烟点（包括主入口附近的吸烟区）将被重新规划，以优化客流。The resort's guest rules and regulations strictly prohibit smoking throughout the park except in designated areas, covering traditional tobacco products, e-cigarettes, and any other products that produce vapor or smoke.根据园区游客规则和规定，除指定吸烟区外，乐园内严格禁止吸食传统烟草制品、电子烟及其他任何产生烟雾或蒸汽的产品。The resort will implement a comprehensive update of its smoking-related signage. More than 2,800 "No Smoking" signs will be installed throughout the resort, including Shanghai Disneyland, Disneytown, Wishing Star Park, Shanghai Disneyland Hotel and Toy Story Hotel. The signs will feature both traditional and e-cigarette symbols and will be themed to match different areas of the resort.该度假区将对全园所有吸烟相关标识进行全面更新升级。整个度假区范围内将安装超过2800个“禁止吸烟”标识牌，覆盖上海迪士尼乐园、迪士尼小镇、星愿公园、上海迪士尼乐园酒店及玩具总动员酒店等区域。新标识将同时包含传统香烟和电子烟图示，并根据不同园区主题进行差异化设计。Staff training on smoking control will be intensified, with cast members receiving updated instruction on second-hand smoke risks, intervention methods, and current government policies. They will be equipped with bilingual reminder cards featuring QR codes directing visitors to the nearest designated smoking areas.在控烟管理方面，乐园将加强员工培训力度。所有演职人员将接受关于二手烟危害、劝阻技巧及现行政策法规的最新课程。工作人员将配备双语提示卡，卡片印有二维码可实时引导游客前往最近的指定吸烟区。As part of the resort's "Star Guest" program promoting civilized behavior, the resort has installed posters featuring Chief Bogo from Zootopia throughout the property, reminding guests to respect others by smoking only in designated areas.作为度假村“明星宾客”文明倡导计划的一部分，我们已在园区各处设置了《疯狂动物城》牛局长主题提示海报，通过这位深受喜爱的动画角色提醒游客文明游览，仅在指定吸烟区使用烟草制品。Updated smoking area information will be accessible through the resort's official platforms including its website and app. Visitors are advised to familiarize themselves with and follow the rules and regulations before visiting.更新后的吸烟区导览信息将通过度假村官网、官方APP等数字平台同步发布。敬请广大游客在到访前通过官方渠道了解相关规定，提前熟悉并自觉遵守园区行为准则。no-smoking signage禁烟标志e-cigarettes电子烟vapor/ˈveɪpə(r)/n.水汽；水蒸气QR codes二维码cast members演员；演员阵容

Shanghai Disney Resort officially launched construction of its ninth themed land, inspired by Spider-Man, on Monday, marking another major expansion in the theme park.上海迪士尼乐园于5月27日正式启动第九大主题园区建设，以蜘蛛侠为主题的全新园区破土动工，标志着这座主题乐园的又一次重大扩建。The new land, positioned adjacent to Zootopia, will feature Shanghai Disneyland's first major Marvel-themed attraction—a thrill coaster centered around the Spider-Man. The development will include retail outlets, dining facilities, and entertainment venues aligned with the Spider-Man theme.毗邻"疯狂动物城"主题区的新园区将打造上海迪士尼首个漫威主题项目——以蜘蛛侠故事为核心的过山车项目，配套主题零售商店、餐饮设施及娱乐场所。This expansion, first revealed at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event in 2024, represents the third major addition to Shanghai Disneyland since its opening in June 2016. The park previously added Disney·Pixar Toy Story Land in April 2018 and Zootopia in December 2023.此次扩建计划最早在2024年D23迪士尼全球粉丝大会上公布，是上海迪士尼自2016年6月开园以来第三次重大扩建。此前，乐园于2018年4月新增“迪士尼·皮克斯玩具总动员”主题园区，2023年12月开放“疯狂动物城”主题园区。The groundbreaking ceremony for the new themed land was attended by executives from Shanghai Disney Resort, Walt Disney Imagineering Shanghai, Shanghai Shendi Group, and the Administrative Commission of Shanghai International Resort.上海迪士尼度假区高管、华特迪士尼幻想工程（上海）团队、上海申迪集团及上海国际旅游度假区管委会代表共同出席新园区奠基仪式。The resort also unveiled plans for an extensive Pixar-themed celebration in June. The event will introduce three new Pixar characters to the park: Carl Fredricksen from Up, Bing Bong from Inside Out, and Edna Mode from The Incredibles. The characters will debut in a unique show on the E-Stage on June 3.度假区同时宣布将于6月启动"皮克斯主题庆典"，首次引入《飞屋环游记》卡尔·弗雷德里克森、《头脑特工队》冰棒、《超人总动员》衣夫人三位全新皮克斯角色，计划于6月3日在E空间舞台剧场进行特别首演。From June 3 to 19, visitors can meet various Pixar characters including Joy and Sadness fromInside Out, Lotso from Toy Story 3, Sulley from Monsters, Inc, and Red Panda Mei from Turning Red, for special limited-time greetings at Toy Story Land, Tomorrowland and Adventure Isle.6月3日至19日活动期间，游客可在玩具总动员乐园、明日世界及探险岛特定区域，与《头脑特工队》的乐乐和忧忧、《玩具总动员3》反派草莓熊、《怪兽电力公司》主角萨利文、《青春变形记》主人公美美等皮克斯人气角色展开限时互动。The Stargazer Grill, a restaurant in Tomorrowland, will reopen on June 3 as Stargazer Grill Pixar Celebration following a comprehensive renovation. The restaurant will feature Pixar-themed decor and a menu inspired by various Pixar characters and stories.明日世界景区"星露台餐厅"经全面改造后，将于6月3日以"皮克斯庆典特别版"焕新亮相。餐厅将采用皮克斯动画为主题装饰，并推出融合多部皮克斯动画角色和故事为灵感的菜单。launch/lɔːntʃ/vt. 开始从事;发起;发动retail outlets零售店debut/ˈdeɪbju:/n.首次登台，初次露面unveilvt. 推出; 揭幕

The six castles tour continues with a trip report from Shanghai Disney Resort! The new Zootopia land, the best Pirates of the Caribbean, and a Donald Duck restaurant!  There's so much to tell you about the newest Disney park, including how to get in to China, and how to pay for things...it's not as straightforward as you think! Plus, all the latest from Walt Disney World, how best to use on-site wifi, and how your calculator can do more than you expect on your next Disney trip!

De D-Tales reis door Azië is begonnen! In deze aflevering, die we opnemen in de bar van ons hotel met tientallen luisteraars als publiek, bespreken Ralf, Jorn en Michiel hun ervaringen in het jongste Disney-park: Shanghai Disneyland. Hoe is dat nou, "authentically Disney and distinctly Chinese"? Wat zijn de grootste verschillen met de parken die je al kent en hoe briljant of juist overhyped is die Pirates-attractie daar? 00:00 Introductie en situatieschets

Here is your Daily Disney News for Wednesday, February 19, 2025 - Ticket prices have risen at Walt Disney World and Disneyland, with single-day tickets starting at $119. Disney Vacation Club costs are also up, and Lightning Lane at Disney World is $449 per person, per day. - The Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival is about to start, part of Disneyland's 70th-anniversary celebrations with delicious food, parades, and spectaculars. - Shanghai Disney Resort and Hong Kong Disneyland give Castle Service Awards to mark 15 years of service for dedicated cast members. - A test at Disney's Hollywood Studios allowed groups of two on the Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run, but it has now returned to the solo rider setup. Have a magical day and tune in again tomorrow for more updates.

Hey there, and a magical Sunday to you! This is your Disney News for Sunday, February 2nd, 2025. Let's sprinkle some pixie dust on your day with the latest news from the Disney universe! - Disneyland California is reopening two iconic attractions, the Disneyland Monorail and Disneyland Railroad, on March 7th, 2025. - New lounges are coming to Disneyland hotels, including the High Key Club at Disneyland Hotel this summer and a sequoia-inspired lounge at Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa in 2026. - Key executive changes at The Walt Disney Company include Ken Potrock focusing on major events, Thomas Mazloum as President of Disneyland Resort, Joe Schott leading Disney Signature Experiences, and Andrew Bolstein heading Shanghai Disney Resort. - "it's a small world" in Disneyland Park is closed for refurbishment with no set reopening date as part of attraction enhancements. Have a magical day and tune in again tomorrow for more updates.

Ni hao! Stephen is back from China with fresh stories and insights from Shanghai Disney Resort! From iconic attractions and exclusive characters to Halloween festivities under a typhoon and memorable moments with family, Stephen shares the highlights and surprises of exploring Disney magic in a whole new setting. Kaity and Marissa join in to round out the adventure, and there's so much to unpack (literally).Send us a textDon't forget to check us out on Instagram and our new website!

Bob Weis spent his career at Walt Disney Imagineering across four decades before retiring from Disney in 2023. Beginning at WED Enterprises in 1980 right out of college, Bob worked on Tokyo Disneyland before taking a lead role on Disney-MGM Studios (now known as Disney's Hollywood Studios). Later in his career, Bob's design work extended to Tokyo DisneySea and the revitalization of Disney California Adventure. He also led the development of Shanghai Disney Resort and spent 6 years as the President of Walt Disney Imagineering. He concluded his Disney career as the Imagineering Global Ambassador.   In this episode, I chat with Bob about the history and Imagineering of The Haunted Mansion and his latest work of fiction inspired by this Disneyland attraction, Ghost Dog, available for purchase October 15, 2024.   Get bonus content, ad-free episodes, and more at patreon.com/imaginationskyway.   Book your next Disney vacation with our partners at KMV Travel.   Tag me and join the conversation below. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@imaginationskyway Instagram: www.instagram.com/imaginationskyway Facebook Group (ImagiNation): https://www.facebook.com/groups/imaginationskyway Facebook: www.facebook.com/imaginationskyway TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@imaginationskyway  Threads: https://www.threads.net/@imaginationskyway Twitter: www.twitter.com/skywaypodcast Email: matt@imagineerpodcast.com  How to Support the Show Share the podcast with your friends Rate and review on iTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-imagineerpodcasts-podcast/id1244558092 Join our Patreon Group - https://www.patreon.com/imaginationskyway Purchase merchandise - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/imagineer-podcast?ref_id=8929 Enjoy the show!

Here is your Daily Disney News for Wednesday, October 16th, 2024 - Shanghai Disney Resort announces a new "Frozen" themed attraction, bringing Arendelle to life with immersive rides and interactive experiences. - Disneyland's Haunted Mansion ride in California is enhancing its spooky offerings with new special effects for Halloween. - Walt Disney World kicks off "Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party," featuring a Halloween-themed parade and special fireworks. - Disney+ announces a new holiday original movie "A Christmas Wish," promising festive fun with a heartwarming tale and beloved Disney characters. Have a magical day and tune in again tomorrow for more updates.

Bob Weis spent his career at Walt Disney Imagineering across four decades before retiring from Disney in 2023. Beginning at WED Enterprises in 1980 right out of college, Bob worked on Tokyo Disneyland before taking a lead role on Disney-MGM Studios (now known as Disney's Hollywood Studios). Later in his career, Bob's design work extended to Tokyo DisneySea and the revitalization of Disney California Adventure. He also led the development of Shanghai Disney Resort and spent 6 years as the President of Walt Disney Imagineering. He concluded his Disney career as the Imagineering Global Ambassador.   In this episode, I chat with Bob about his career and his latest book, Dream Chasing, available for purchase September 24, 2024.   Get bonus content, ad-free episodes, and more at patreon.com/imaginationskyway.   Book your next Disney vacation with our partners at KMV Travel.   What is your favorite EPCOT Festival? Tag me and join the conversation below. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@imaginationskyway Instagram: www.instagram.com/imaginationskyway Facebook Group (ImagiNation): https://www.facebook.com/groups/imaginationskyway Facebook: www.facebook.com/imaginationskyway TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@imaginationskyway  Threads: https://www.threads.net/@imaginationskyway Twitter: www.twitter.com/skywaypodcast Email: matt@imagineerpodcast.com  How to Support the Show Share the podcast with your friends Rate and review on iTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-imagineerpodcasts-podcast/id1244558092 Join our Patreon Group - https://www.patreon.com/imaginationskyway Purchase merchandise - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/imagineer-podcast?ref_id=8929 Enjoy the show!

In this episode of Hangin' at the Hangar Bar, Scott and Candice dive into the exciting announcements from the recent D23 Experiences expo, providing a comprehensive rundown of all the major updates coming to Disney Parks around the world and the Disney Cruise Line. If you're a Disney Adult who wants to stay in the know, this is the episode for you! Key Topics Discussed: Walt Disney World & Disneyland:Scott and Candice explore the new attractions, shows, and experiences announced for both Walt Disney World in Florida and Disneyland in California. Highlights include a new nighttime spectacular at Magic Kingdom, updates to classic rides, and a peek at upcoming seasonal events. International Disney Parks:The hosts take you around the globe to discuss the latest from Disney's international parks, including expansions at Disneyland Paris, new experiences at Tokyo Disney Resort, and the upcoming transformations at Hong Kong Disneyland and Shanghai Disney Resort. Disney Cruise Line:Get ready to set sail as Scott and Candice talk about the newest ships joining the Disney Cruise Line fleet and the exciting new shows announced. Scott and Candice also add some snarky opinions and share their thoughts on what these announcements mean for the future of Disney Parks and experiences. Will these updates live up to the hype? Tune in to hear their insights and predictions. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to subscribe, rate, and leave a review! Follow Hangin' at the Hangar Bar on social media to stay updated on all things Disney and join the conversation with fellow Disney Adults. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hanginatthehangarbar/support

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Welcome back to another episode of the untalented podcast. We take a deep dive into the influence of exceptional mentors and the intricacies of strategic business planning in this insightful podcast discussion. Our guest, Sam Hornsby @TRPTK, shares heartfelt anecdotes about the pivotal role his history teacher, Mr. Houston, played in shaping his academic journey and fostering his potential, including guidance for Oxford. We explore the evolving landscape of creative services and strategic consultancy, delving into the intersection of branding, design, communications, and production. From understanding cultural nuances to long-term brand value creation, Sam sheds light on the holistic approach required for enduring business success. Additionally, he reflects on his experiences working on projects like Disney's Shanghai Disney Resort, showcasing the meticulous considerations involved in tailoring amusement attractions to Chinese consumer preferences.

When implementing Diversity, Equity and Inclusion policies into an organisation in an effective way, it is important to cultivate transformation, creativity and ultimately commercial success. Global Head of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Moët Hennessy, Greg Morley joins our CEO and host, Stuart Elliott today to speak about his career in DEI and the advice he has acquired over the years for building a safe and effective working community that champions inclusion.In this episode, Stuart and Greg talk about his long-standing career in Asia and the cultural differences he has encountered that have in turn aided his development within the DEI landscape. They also discuss Greg's insight into the most important factors for making progress around Diversity and Inclusion, highlighted in his upcoming book, ‘BOND: Keys to Inclusion and Belonging' as well as Greg's response to recent derogatory articles around DEI and the significance of rewiring the system to enforce real change.Greg Morley leads Global strategies to increase Diversity, Equity and Inclusion across Moët Hennessy, the luxury wines and spirits division of LVMH, based in Paris. Greg brings personal and professional passion to the development of talent and to helping others achieve more than they believe they can.  Prior to joining Moët Hennessy, he was Vice President, Human Resources Asia Pacific for Hasbro, Inc.  and was Vice President, Human Resources for the Shanghai Disney Resort based in Shanghai. Greg played a leading role in the team that produces Gay Games Hong Kong 2023, a participant sports, culture and inclusion event, in Asia for the first time in its 40 years history.Key Timestamps:- 01:02 - Intro into Greg Morley- 3:40 - Greg's transition into HR- 9:00 - The cultural appeal of working in Asia- 15:41 - The most important factors in making progress around Diversity and Inclusion- 23:20 - Greg's upcoming book: 'BOND: Keys to Inclusion and Belonging'- 31:56 - Response to recent derogatory views on DE&I- 40:28 - The 2024 agenda for DE&I- 48:25 - Advice for people throughout their career in HR You can listen to and download HR Insights from Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify and most popular podcast apps, subscribe so the latest episodes are directly available! You can also join our HR Community and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram. Thank you so much for listening and please rate and review!

Chapter 1 To understand The Ride of a Lifetime book"The Ride of a Lifetime" is a book written by Robert Iger, the former CEO of The Walt Disney Company. In this book, Iger shares his leadership philosophy and reflects on his tenure at Disney, providing insights into how he navigated major challenges and transformed the company into what it is today. He discusses the acquisition of Pixar, Marvel, and Lucasfilm, as well as the launch of Disney's streaming service, Disney+. The book also delves into Iger's personal journey and lessons he learned along the way.Chapter 2 Is The Ride of a Lifetime book worth the investment?As an AI language model, I haven't personally read the book "The Ride of a Lifetime" by Robert Iger. However, the book has received generally positive reviews from readers and critics alike. It provides insights into the career and leadership journey of Robert Iger, the former CEO of The Walt Disney Company. Many readers have found it informative, inspiring, and well-written. Nonetheless, opinions about books can vary, so it's always a good idea to read some reviews and see if the book aligns with your interests before making a decision.Chapter 3 Introduction to The Ride of a Lifetime book"The Ride of a Lifetime: Lessons Learned from 15 Years as CEO of the Walt Disney Company" is a memoir written by Robert Iger, the former CEO of Disney. In this book, Iger shares his journey and the lessons he learned throughout his career.The book begins with Iger's early life and how he got his start in the entertainment industry. He then dives into his time at Disney, starting as a studio executive and moving up the ladder to become CEO. Throughout the book, Iger highlights the challenges he faced and the strategies he implemented to turn Disney into the successful and innovative company it is today.One of the main themes of the book is leadership. Iger shares his personal philosophy on leadership and how he led the transformation of Disney, including acquisitions such as Pixar, Marvel, and Lucasfilm. He emphasizes the importance of taking risks, being adaptable, and creating a culture of collaboration and creativity.Iger also discusses the impact of technology on the entertainment industry and Disney's response to it. He explores the company's foray into streaming with the creation of Disney+ and the importance of embracing digital innovation.The book also offers a behind-the-scenes look at some of the major deals and negotiations Iger was involved in, such as the acquisition of Pixar and the building of Shanghai Disney Resort. He offers insights into the decision-making processes and the strategic thinking behind these deals.Additionally, Iger reflects on his personal and family life throughout the book. He shares the challenges of balancing his work and personal life and the lessons he learned about prioritization and maintaining integrity.Overall, "The Ride of a Lifetime" is a memoir that offers an inside look into the career of one of the most successful CEOs in the entertainment industry. It provides valuable lessons on leadership, innovation, and decision-making, making it a compelling read for business professionals and Disney fans alike.Chapter 4 The Ride of a Lifetime book Author's Profile The book "The Ride of a Lifetime: Lessons Learned from 15 Years as CEO of the Walt Disney Company" is written by Robert Iger. It was released on September 23, 2019.Apart from "The Ride of a Lifetime," Robert Iger has not written any other books. However, he has been involved in the production of other publications related...

I was asked recently by a listener which resort hotels should they stay at when visiting the Disney Parks in Asia. This is a great question, as huge new attractions and lands are opening in all three parks in the days and months to come. If you've never been before, or if you are thinking of doing it again, this is the time to start planning--especially in the wake of these offerings opening up. We'll visit Shanghai Disney Resort, Hong Kong Disney Resort and Tokyo Disney Resort. We'll talk about what's happening and coming to these parks, and then we'll explore the best places to stay. Even if visiting these places are just a bucket list idea, this is your opportunity to dream about the possibilities of visiting. Join us for the best resort hotel opportunities in Disney's Asian Parks. My new book, "A Century of Powerful Disney Insights" is available! Now available on Amazon! __________________________________________________________ More Disney Insights can be found below! Disney Insights YouTube Page--Check it out and subscribe. DisneyInsights.com--So many resources at our home site. Be sure to subscribe to receive notice of upcoming podcasts. Disney Insights Facebook Page--Come join and interact in conversation with others. The Wayfinder Society--Disney Insights Patreon Page--More Disney Insights to interact with, while supporting the podcast. Performance Journeys This podcast and post is provided by J. Jeff Kober and Performance Journeys, which celebrates its 20th year as a training and development group bringing best in business ideas through books, keynotes, workshops, seminars and online tools to help you take your organization to the next level. Want a Keynote Speaker? More than just nice stories, I offer proven insight and solutions having worked in the trench. Need Consulting? I've worked for decades across the public, private and non-profit arena.  Need Support? We offer so many classroom, online, and other resources to help you improve your customer service delivery, leadership excellence, and employee engagement. Contact us today, and let us help you on your Performance Journey!

Details are a little fuzzy, but one thing is clear: if Disney doesn't get the guest experience right in all this talk about big expansion plans they risk alienating their existing core group and the 700 million new guests they're targeting.Disney's Global Parks Expansion Plans Sound Great, But Details are Lacking and there are some Risks In the last episode, we discussed the potential future developments for Disneyland and, as if on cue, Bob Iger and Disney executives shared a little more this week about the Disney Company's future park investments around the globe. Here's what we know and what it may mean for you, the Disney traveler.The Disney Company is working on plans to increase the timing and investments in Parks, Experiences and Products globally. They plan to almost double the spend over the next 10 years to roughly $60 billion, including both American and international parks and Disney Cruise Line (not to mention DVC).Disney CEO Bob Iger and Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Chairman Josh D'Amaro met with Wall Street analysts and investors at Disney World to discuss how they plan to invest in experiences that leverage the ever-growing library of Disney stories.Which Disney Stories Will Come to Life?Not unlike Destination D23, this presentation was a lot of talking with little detail. Disney does plan to fuel future growth with stories that haven't had a significant presence in parks. We know that Frozen-themed lands are coming to Hong Kong Disneyland, Walt Disney Studios Park in Paris and Tokyo Disney Resort, and that a Zootopia-themed land is coming to Shanghai Disney Resort. But Disney specifically stated it will explore even more characters and franchises, including some they've never done before.“We have a wealth of untapped stories to bring to life across our business,” said D'Amaro. “Frozen, one of the most successful and popular animated franchises of all time, could have a presence at the Disneyland Resort. Wakanda has yet to be brought to life. The world of Coco is just waiting to be explored. There's a lot of storytelling opportunity.”No Shortage of Park Space for Disney to BuildIn a shot likely aimed at Universal, Josh D'Amaro said “We stand alone when it comes to scale and while our scale is impressive, we have no shortage of space or regions of the world in which to tell new stories.”Disney Parks has over 1,000 acres of land for possible future development to expand theme park space across its existing sites – the equivalent of about seven new Disneyland Parks.Focusing on Converting Disney Fans into Disney TravelersFor every park visitor today there are 10 other Disney consumers who've never visited a park. So DIsney has a plan to convert those 700 million Disney fans to become park guests. That's a lot of people in Disney Parks.This sounds great if you're a Disney exec, but could prove to be a nightmare for Disney travelers who sometimes have to navigate parks that are already over crowded. How they do this is critical.“Ultimately what is most important to us is the relationship that we have with every guest,” said D'Amaro. “Guests can spend a day with us at our Parks, a week with us on a Cruise, or the rest of their lives with us through Disney Vacation Club membership.”What Disney needs to consider is that every guest includes existing loyal Disney travelers. It will be a balancing act to bring in that many more new visitors, without disrupting the experience for everyone (and that includes convoluted tech processes for just about everything).Having enough hotel space is critical to making this vision work. While they did not mention hotels, they did talk about Disney Vacation Club (DVC). The DVC expansion strategy is currently to have a thousand new "keys" (aka DVC rooms) coming on board by the end of 2024. That's a lot of new DVC members.  340 DVC rooms came online with the opening of DVC Disneyland Hotel in September and  there will be approximately 360 Fort Wilderness cabins opening in 2024,  plus approximately 270 new Polynesian Villas also in 2024. Having every possible guest become a DVC member is clearly a "key" strategy for Disney.So what does that mean for the future of Disney travel and the management of crowd levels and an overall enjoyable experience? Only time will tell. For now let's focus on the positive fact that somehow somewhere, there will be a new park or parks at Disneyland and Walt Disney World.Thank You for Listening to the Disney Travel PodcastThank you very much for listening to this episode, Amelia and I hope that you enjoyed it. If you did, we would be very grateful if you could rate, review and subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts/iTunes (or on whichever app you choose to listen). A brief review about what you liked most about an episode truly helps to keep the show going by exposing it to new listeners. We look forward to continue producing new episodes each week.Sharing the podcast with your friends and on social media is also extremely helpful and very much appreciated.Contact 1923 Main StreetThank you for listening to the Disney Travel News Podcast at 1923MainStreet.com. As always, we love to get feedback and questions from our listeners and to hear your suggestions and ideas for future episodes.Please be sure to follow along on Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest and Facebook.Thank you for listening and have a magical day!Mike Belobradic and Amelia Belobradic--Media provided by Jamendo

Michael Crawford — Chairman of the Board, President, and CEO of the Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Company, which he joined in December of 2018.The Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment company is a publically traded organization (trading as HOFV on the NASDAQ) headquartered in Canton, Ohio. Spanning media, gaming, entertainment, resorts, and sports — the company is dedicated to making legendary moments for fans and leverages the power and popularity of the Hall of Fame Village, the 100-acre immersive destination centered around the Pro Football Hall of Fame and one of the largest commercial development projects in Ohio, with assets worth over $250 million.Before his role at the Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Company, Michael spent four years with the Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts Company, serving as Global President of Portfolio Management.Prior to that, Michael had a nearly twenty-five-year tenure at the Walt Disney Company where he rose to Senior Vice President and General Manager of Shanghai Disney Resort, as well as President of Shanghai's Walt Disney Holdings Company. From 2007 to 2014, he led the negotiation and multi-billion dollar development of Shanghai Disney Resort. As General Manager of Shanghai Disney, he led a talented team throughout the formation of the company and development of the new destination resort. He also managed relationships with the resort's local business partners, community and government leaders, and industry experts supporting the new venture in Disney's portfolio. Additionally, Michael currently serves on the Board of Directors for Texas Roadhouse — the multibillion-dollar steakhouse chain.Michael also recently authored "From the Mouse's House to the Penthouse." — a book that we'll reference throughout our conversation where he recounts personal stories, lessons, and techniques from his career.An Ohio native, Michael holds an undergraduate degree from Bowling Green State University and a master's degree in Business Administration from the University of Notre Dame; he and his wife, Kim, enjoy traveling, hiking, playing golf, and spending time with Michael's daughter, Kaitlin, who recently graduated from the University of Notre Dame.-----Lay of The Land is brought to you by Ninety. As a Lay of The Land listener, you can leverage a free trial with Ninety, the platform that helps teams build great companies and the only officially licensed software for EOS® — used by over 7,000 companies and 100,000 users!This episode is brought to you by Impact Architects. As we share the stories of entrepreneurs building incredible organizations throughout NEO, Impact Architects helps those leaders — many of whom we've heard from as guests on Lay of The Land — realize their visions and build great organizations. I believe in Impact Architects and the people behind it so much, that I have actually joined them personally in their mission to help leaders gain focus, align together, and thrive by doing what they love! As a listener, you can sit down for a free consultation with Impact Architects by visiting ia.layoftheland.fm!-----Connect with Michael Crawford on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikecrawfordhofv/Follow Michael Crawford on Twitter @HOFVILLAGECEO — https://twitter.com/HOFVILLAGECEOLearn more about The Hall of Fame Resort and Entertainment CompanyLearn more about The Hall of Fame VillageFollow The Hall of Fame Village on Twitter @HOFVillage — https://twitter.com/HOFVillageFollow The Hall of Fame Resort and Entertainment Company on Twitter @HOFRECO —  https://twitter.com/HOFRECOPurchase Michael's book, "From the Mouse's House to the Penthouse" (Amazon)-----For more episodes of Lay of The Land, visit https://www.layoftheland.fm/Past guests include Cleveland Mayor Justin Bibb, Steve Potash (OverDrive), Ed Largest (Westfield), Ray Leach (JumpStart), Lila Mills (Signal Cleveland), Pat Conway (Great Lakes Brewing), Lindsay Watson (Augment Therapy), and many more.Stay up to date on all our podcasts by signing up for Lay of The Land's weekly newsletter — sign up here.Connect with Jeffrey Stern on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffreypstern/Follow Jeffrey Stern on Twitter @sternJefe — https://twitter.com/sternjefeFollow Lay of The Land on Twitter @podlayofthelandhttps://www.jeffreys.page/

China is witnessing a travel boom during this year's five-day May Day holiday, the first such holiday since the country optimized its COVID-19 response measures. Domestic travel bookings for the holiday, which starts on April 29 this year, have surged more than 700 percent from last year, the latest data from online travel agency Trip.com Group shows.今年五一假期是中国优化新冠疫情防控措施后的第一个假期，中国正在经历一场旅游热潮。据在线旅游机构携程旅行网最新数据显示，今年五一假期，国内旅游预订量同比增长超过700%。Below are seven Chinese cities that are among the top holiday travel choices for tourists. Apart from first-tier cities, such as Beijing and Shanghai, smaller ones like Zibo of Shandong province are gaining prominence due to their various attractions.以下7个城市是游客最喜欢的热门旅游目的地。除了北京、上海等一线城市外，山东淄博等规模较小的城市也因其各具魅力而名列前茅。Beijing北京As a historic and cultural city, the Chinese capital is undoubtedly one of the most popular destinations. This year, Beijing recommends 16 tourism routes highlighting the city's ancient relics, royal gardens, parks, museums and venues for the Olympic Games and Winter Olympics. The Great Wall, the Palace Museum, the Summer Palace and the National Stadium, also known as Bird's Nest, are covered by the routes.Nearly 300 plays and 1,170 performances will be put on during the holiday, including symphonies and dance dramas, providing a cultural feast for audiences to enjoy in the country's cultural center.作为一座历史文化名城，中国首都无疑是最受欢迎的旅游目的地之一。今年，北京推荐了16条旅游线路，重点介绍了北京的古迹、皇家园林、公园、博物馆和奥运会及冬奥会场馆。长城、故宫博物院、颐和园和国家体育场，也包含在这些路线中。五一期间，北京上演近300部戏剧和1170场演出，包括交响乐和舞蹈剧，让人们在这个文化中心享受美妙的文化体验。Shanghai上海Boasting the Bund, the Oriental Pearl Tower and Shanghai Disney Resort, Shanghai is listed among the top 10 destinations by multiple online travel platforms.As an emerging means of travel following COVID-19, more and more tourists prefer a city walk, enjoying the historic buildings and street views along various interesting roads, such as Wukang Road and Anfu Road.Located in the core area of the Yangtze River Delta, Shanghai has also witnessed a growth in regional tours radiating out from the city. Train tickets from Shanghai to nearby tourist cities such as Suzhou, which is famous for its traditional gardens, and Hangzhou, where West Lake is located, have almost sold out.上海因其拥有外滩、东方明珠塔和上海迪士尼度假区等著名景点，被多个在线旅游平台列为目的地前十名之一。在新冠疫情之后，越来越多的游客更喜欢步行游览城市，欣赏沿途历史建筑和街景，如武康路和安福路。作为长江三角洲核心地带，上海还见证了从城市辐射出去的区域旅游的增长。从上海到周边旅游城市（如以传统园林闻名的苏州和西湖所在地杭州）的火车票几乎已售罄。Xi'an西安Xi'an, a city with over 3,100 years of history, is home to the Terracotta Warriors, Weiyang Palace and the ancient city wall of the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644).After visiting the cultural ruins in the daytime, tourists can dress in traditional Chinese costumes to immerse themselves in the historic city in the evening, strolling through ancient buildings, having a taste of local snacks and watching the acrobatics and lion-dance shows in the street imitating the ancient street scenes of the Tang Dynasty (618-907).西安是一座拥有3100多年历史的城市，有兵马俑、未央宫和明代（1368-1644）古城墙等著名景点。白天游览文化遗址后，可以穿上中国传统服饰，傍晚沉浸在历史名城中，漫步古建筑，品尝当地小吃，在街道上观看模仿唐代（618-907）古街景的杂技和舞狮表演。Guangzhou广州The southern city of Guangzhou attracts tourists with its landmark Guangzhou Tower, old and famous Cantonese restaurants, street night markets and night-cruise tours along the Zhujiang River.The Guangzhou Chimelong Tourist Resort is a must-see destination for families with children. Not only can visitors find some 20,000 precious wild animals, including the giant panda triplets, in the safari park, but they can also watch an international circus attended by more than 300 performers from more than 20 countries. A fair featuring Chinese traditional costumes and an electric music night party are also held in the resort during the holiday.南方城市广州以其地标性的广州塔、古老而著名的粤菜餐厅、街头夜市和珠江夜游吸引着游客。对于带孩子的家庭来说，广州长隆旅游度假区是一个必去的目的地。游客不仅可以在野生动物园里看到2万多只珍贵的野生动物，包括大熊猫三胞胎，还可以观看来自20多个国家的300多名表演者参加的国际马戏团。五一期间，度假村还将举办中国传统服装博览会和电子音乐晚会。Chongqing重庆Known as a "mountain city," Chongqing in Southwest China attracts people with its beautiful scenery, such as uneven roads and architecture built on hills and along the Yangtze River.Among the famous destinations are two UNESCO World Heritage sites: the Wulong Karst Scenic Area and the Dazu Rock Carvings. The former is famous for its giant sinkholes, natural bridges and caves, while the latter features an exceptional series of rock carvings dating from the 9th to the 13th century.In the city proper, the ancient town of Ciqikou, dating back some 1,000 years to the Song Dynasty, the temple fair and night tours allow tourists to enjoy the culture in the "mountain city."重庆素有“山城”之称，以崎岖不平的山路、长江沿岸的建筑风光吸引着人们。在著名的旅游景点中有两处联合国教科文组织评选的世界遗产：五龙喀斯特风景区和大足石刻。前者以其巨大的天坑、天然桥梁和洞穴而闻名，后者则以9世纪至13世纪的一系列不同寻常的石刻为特色。在市区内，具有1000多年历史的宋代古镇磁器口、寺庙庙会和夜游让游客充分感受这座“山城”的文化。Sanya三亚Nicknamed "Oriental Hawaii," Sanya, in the island province of Hainan, has long been on the list of hot destinations for tourists in China.In the past, the site mainly relied on its sea views to attract visitors, but nowadays, it offers a variety of tourism programs, as Sanya increasingly looks to refine its tourism sector. Tourists can ride a motorboat on the blue sea, sip coffee while reading in a seaside bookstore, enjoy a candlelight dinner and simply unwind with some self-brewed tea on the beach under the starry night sky.绰号为“东方夏威夷”的三亚，位于海南省，长期以来是中国游客的热门目的地。过去，这里主要依靠海景吸引游客，但现在，随着三亚越来越致力于发展旅游业，提供的旅游项目也越来越丰富。游客可以在碧海上骑摩托艇，在海边书店里读书品尝咖啡，享用烛光晚餐，在星空下的沙滩上煮茶放松心情。Zibo淄博Zibo, in east China's Shandong province, has become a new choice for travelers due to its iconic barbecues.The city shot to national fame earlier this year after social media influencers hyped up the unique local barbecue -- grilled meat wrapped in pancakes with shallots. Initially popular among college students due to its unique taste, DIY style and affordability, the dish has now attracted swarms of tourists to the city.While sparing no efforts to rein in hotel price hikes and implement tourist-friendly policies to cater to the holiday fervor, the city's authorities issued a letter noting that the influx of tourists has exceeded the reception capacity and asked tourists to travel off-peak or consider other cities in Shandong.位于中国山东省东部的淄博，因为烧烤而成为游客的新选择。今年早些时候，这个城市在社交媒体上广泛宣传当地独特的烤肉——将烤肉配上葱，裹在薄煎饼里。这道菜最初因其独特的口味、DIY风格和价格低廉而深受大学生欢迎，现在吸引了成群游客来到这个城市旅游。为了更好的旅游体验，淄博市政府不遗余力地抑制酒店涨价。同时他们还发出了一封信，指出游客的涌入已经超过了接待能力，建议游客在旅游淡季旅游或考虑前往山东省的其他城市。In addition to the above-listed cities, tourists also flock to Chengdu to watch giant pandas, to Xiamen to hear the sea breeze lying on the beach at Gulangyu Islet, and to Changsha to taste the yummy snacks at the night fair.Some netizens said they would like to travel to any destination for which they can secure a plane or train ticket.Railway trips in China hit a record high of 19.66 million passenger trips on Saturday, the first day of the holiday. About 120 million domestic trips are expected to be made by Chinese railway passengers from April 27 to May 4, an increase of 20 percent from the 2019 level. Meanwhile, the number of flight bookings for the holiday has already exceeded 6 million, generally equivalent to the level registered during the same holiday in 2019.The holiday travel spree in China shows that the tourism sector is recovering at full tilt in the post-epidemic era, and the world's second-largest economy is regaining its vitality.除上述城市外，游客还蜂拥到成都观赏大熊猫，到厦门听鼓浪屿的海风，到长沙品尝夜市的美味小吃。一些网民说，他们想去任何可以买到飞机或火车票的地方。4月29日，中国铁路客运量创历史新高，为1966万人次。从4月27日到5月4日，中国铁路客运量预计将达到1.2亿人次，比2019年增长20%。同时，假期航班预订量已超过600万，基本相当于2019年同一假期登记的水平。中国的假日旅游热表明，在后疫情时期，旅游业正在全面恢复，世界第二大经济体正在恢复活力。

Cet épisode bonus de Chronique Disney - Le Podcast est en fait une captation de l'épisode du mardi 31 janvier 2023 de l'émission hebdomadaire diffusée sur Twitch, Chronique Disney - Le Live : il vous est ainsi présenté, en replay audio, dans son intégralité, sans coupe ni montage. Il est par ailleurs possible de le retrouver en vidéo, disponible sur notre chaîne YouTube, Chronique Disney. Dans cet épisode, David, Romain et Crystal dévoilent tout ce qu'il faut connaître sur le dernier-né des Resorts Disney, Shangaï Disney Resort ! Après un rappel historique de la genèse du projet et des aléas de sa construction, ils reviennent sur leur visite personnelle ; certains d'entre-eux ayant été présents lors de l'ouverture inaugurale ! Ils jugent notamment quel a été leur ressenti sur l'expérience Disney vécue alors, ce qu'ils ont aimé et moins aimé lors de leur séjour shanghaïen ! Plus de raisons d'hésiter : découvrez ou redécouvrez les secrets de Shangaï Disney Resort en notre compagnie grâce à ce nouvel épisode de Chronique Disney - Le Podcast. Bonne écoute. 

Cet épisode est une captation de l'épisode du mardi 31 janvier 2023 de l'émission hebdomadaire diffusée sur Twitch, Chronique Disney - Le Live : il vous est ainsi présenté, en replay audio, dans son intégralité, sans coupe ni montage. Il est par ailleurs possible de le retrouver en vidéo, disponible sur notre chaîne YouTube, Chronique Disney. Dans cet épisode, David, Romain et Crystal dévoilent tout ce qu'il faut connaître sur le dernier-né des Resorts Disney, Shangaï Disney Resort ! Après un rappel historique de la genèse du projet et des aléas de sa construction, ils reviennent sur leur visite personnelle ; certains d'entre-eux ayant été présents lors de l'ouverture inaugurale ! Ils jugent notamment quel a été leur ressenti sur l'expérience Disney vécue alors, ce qu'ils ont aimé et moins aimé lors de leur séjour shanghaïen ! Plus de raisons d'hésiter : découvrez ou redécouvrez les secrets de Shangaï Disney Resort en notre compagnie grâce à ce nouvel épisode de Chronique Disney - Le Live. Bonne écoute. Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Disney Park foodies, Kristen Hoetzel, Aljon Go, Cat Arcori, and Big Bubba Alvarez, talk about Bubba's recent Disneyland trip. Lunar New Year food and drink offerings Disneyland Resort, Hong Kong Disneyland Resort, and Shanghai Disney Resort, as well as the latest Disneyland travel deal! BOOK YOUR VACATION TODAY! Book your next Disney Parks, Universal, or cruise vacation with Kristen, e-mail her at themeparksandcruises@gmail.com. - PODCAST SPONSORS: SHURE - The Dining at Disney Podcast uses the Shure MV7 Podcast Microphone bundle! Thanks to Shure for sponsoring this episode. Learn more at: https://www.shure.com/en-US/products/microphones/mv7?variant=MV7-K-BNDL - GATOR FRAMEWORKS - Stands and accessories for podcasters, content creators, music, lighting, and AV equipment. Visit https://gatorframeworks.com/ - AFFILIATE LINKS: KINGDOM STROLLERS ORLANDO - https://www.kingdomstrollers.com/?ref=kristenhoetzelgo - AMAZON - https://amzn.to/3HKYfQm - DISNEY STORE - https://bit.ly/3t3joRT - GARDEN GROCER - https://bit.ly/3JQC5yj - VISIT OUR SITE http://diningatdisney.com/ - FOLLOW THE TEAM! Kristen Hoetzel http://www.instagram.com/diningatdisney/ - Cat Arcori - http://www.instagram.com/cat_astrophe/ - Producer - Aljon Go http://www.instagram.com/aljongo/ - Vincent "Big Bubba" Alvarez - http://www.instagram.com/big_bubba_b/ - MUSIC - Dining at Disney Theme - World Map by Jason Farnham. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/diningatdisney/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/diningatdisney/support

Join Mike and Mark as they go through Bob Iger's career at Disney, and discover what we can decode about being our best versions.Bob Iger, who retired last year after 15 years as chief executive, has agreed to return to the post for two more years, Disney said in a statement late on Sunday local time.Robert A. Iger was Executive Chairman of The Walt Disney Company and Chairman of the Board of Directors. During his tenure as CEO, Mr. Iger expanded on Disney's rich history of unforgettable storytelling with the acquisitions of Pixar (2006), Marvel (2009), Lucasfilm (2012) and 21st Century Fox (2019), as well as the landmark 2016 opening of Disney's first theme park and resort in Mainland China, Shanghai Disney Resort. Over his 15 years leading the Company, Mr. Iger built Disney into one of the world's largest and most admired media and entertainment companies ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Speaker: Mike Crawford is the Chairman of the Board, President and Chief Executive Officer for Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Company and its subsidiaries, including Hall of Fame Village powered by Johnson Controls, which he joined in December of 2018. Mr. Crawford spent almost 25 years at the Walt Disney Company. He rose to Senior Vice President and General Manager of Shanghai Disney Resort and President of Shanghai's Walt Disney Holdings Company.   For full speaker bio and event details visit: https://bit.ly/3S5J7SY

A producer, executive creative director, and Imagineer for over 31 years, Doris Hardoon, has just received the Buzz Price Thea Award recognizing her for “a lifetime of distinguished achievements.” Beginning her themed entertainment career in 1975 at Marine World Africa USA as a graphic designer, Doris was hired four years later by WED Enterprises (now known as Walt Disney Imagineering), working on projects including EPCOT's The Land Pavilion, Tokyo Disneyland, and Disneyland Paris. Hardoon became a senior executive creative director, producer, and creative lead for a varied portfolio of investments, working at some point on all six Magic Kingdom-style Disney parks on three continents. Realizing the “Authentically Disney and Distinctly Chinese” philosophy, Doris lead the successful realization of the Shanghai Disney Resort that opened in 2016. She also served as a creative executive for WestCOT, Long Beach's DisneySea, and Hong Kong Disneyland. Doris recently retired as an Imagineer and continues her work in the themed entertainment industry through her own design company DDesign Consultancy. On the podcast, she shares the cultural significance of her design choices, discusses how she came to be an Imagineer and she reveals hiding the names of some of her cherished teammates in the ironwork of Disneytown.  

Shanghai Disney Resort has been shut down from March 21 due to a new surge in coronavirus cases while harsh restrictions in the city have drawn protests online. https://ept.ms/3qpV0I5 Shanghai Disney, coronavirus, COVID-19 

The guys answer listener questions on topics including selling DVC contracts, Figment popcorn buckets, EPCOT's 40th Anniversary, bringing older kids to Disney, and Disney guilty pleasures. DVC confirmed that the popular member lounge in EPCOT will continue to be available in 2022. Disney announced that Roundup Rodeo BBQ in Toy Story Land will open in 2022 along with a new shop. Spaceship Earth debuts a brand-new light show featuring the classic song ‘Rainbow Connection'. Disney released a video of the JAMMitors at EPCOT playing a song with Kermit the Frog. A food guide was released for the Lunar New Year celebrations at Disneyland Resort, Hong Kong Disneyland Resort, and Shanghai Disney Resort.

Join hosts Brittani and Seth as they bring you news and discussion about all things theme parks, as well as their thoughts on the latest movies, television, and video games on The Attractions Podcast. This week on The Attractions Podcast, Brittani and Seth discuss the pure gold Castle of Magical Dreams now for sale at Hong Kong Disneyland, the opening of the CookieAnn Bakery & Cafe at Shanghai Disney Resort, Holidays in Space returning to Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, SeaWorld and Busch Gardens parks hosting holiday day camps for kids, Disneyland's limited-time Southern California ticket offer, Mardi Gras coming to SeaWorld San Diego for the first time ever, Disney Cruise Line choosing Port Everglades as its second year-round port, and the newly-announced dates for the 2022 Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival. This podcast is sponsored by Destinations with Character Travel. Contact them today at DestinationsWithCharacterTravel.com. We welcome your suggestions and want you to be a part of the discussion. Please send your comments to info@attractionsmagazine.com with the subject line “The Attractions Podcast.” Statements or opinions herein are those of the hosts and advertisers and do not necessarily reflect the views of the producers, Dream Together Media LLC, or staff.

Shanghai Disney Resort. [Photo/IC]Over 33,000 people tested negative for COVID-19 at the Shanghai Disney Resort, after the entertainment complex conducted massive on-site nucleic acid tests on Sunday night and announced temporary closures to cooperate with an epidemic probe linked to other provinces.上海迪士尼乐园紧急闭园，现场筛查33,000余人，核酸结果均为阴性。As of 8 am on Monday, all the 33,863 people tested at the facility reported negative results, the Shanghai municipal government said in its official WeChat channel.据上海市政府公布，截至11月1日8时，累计筛查相关人员33,863人，核酸检测结果均为阴性。A total of 920 physical objects and environment samples from the site were also tested negative, the notice said, adding that all relevant venues have undergoneterminal cleaning.累计采集相关场所物品和环境样本920件，核酸检测结果均为阴性。相关场所已进行终末消毒。Shanghai Disneyland and the neighboring Disneytown is closed today and tomorrow due to epidemiological investigations related to COVID. 上海迪士尼乐园和迪士尼小镇将于11月1日和2日暂时关闭，以配合新冠肺炎疫情流行病学调查。Despite the emergency, glamorous displays lit up the night and placated visitors as they waited patiently in line for testing at the exits — a prerequisite for leaving the facility.已在乐园的游客在离园时需要在出口处接受核酸检测。当晚，迪士尼烟花齐放，夜空绚烂，予等候的游客以慰藉。Glamorous displays light up the night at the Shanghai Disney Resort on Oct 31, 2021. [Photo/IC]Guests who were inside the park were reminded to strictly comply with epidemic prevention measures including wearing a mask and maintaining social distance at all times. Customers can also purchase blankets and cloaks at Disney shops to keep warm, according to social media posts by visitors at the park.尚未离园游客必须严格佩戴口罩，保持社交距离，做好各项防护措施。园区社交媒体发出公告，旅客亦可前往园区内商铺购买毛毯和外套保暖。"Shanghai Disneyland is highly responsive and considerate in terms of its contingency plans," Xie Shichen, a guest going through the testing procedure, wrote in a memo posted on People's Daily's online channel. "Chinese and English bilingual notices are broadcast, informing people of ticket refund and exchange policies," Xie said. "In a nutshell, the responses are smooth, precise and fast."一名接受检测的游客在《人民日报》发布的备忘录中写道：“面对紧急情况，迪士尼乐园反应迅速，考虑周全，还通过中英双语广播告知游客退、换票政策。简言之，园方行动稳健、准确、迅速。”At the meantime, the Shanghai Municipal Transportation Commission dispatched 220 shuttle buses to fetch visitors, after suspending operations of metro Line 11— a key subway route connecting Disneyland and the city center— from 20:15 on Sunday.据上海市交通主管部门部署，当晚20时15分起，连接上海市中心与迪士尼的交通要道——轨道交通11号线迪士尼站停止运营，同时排出220辆临时接驳公交车至站点转送游客。Upon leaving the resort, guests are also required to undergo a second round of nucleic acid testing after 24 hours. If both tests are confirmed to be negative, they will then be asked to follow a 12-day self-health monitoring protocol.所有人员离园24小时后须参与二次筛查。若两次核酸检测均为阴性，则继续做好后续12天自主健康监测。Per the request of the Shanghai municipal government's epidemic prevention and control task force, people who had visited the resort over the weekend need to immediately notify their residential neighborhood committees, companies and schools, and take COVID-19 tests at designated hospitals and clinics. The office has published a list of 34 designated testing sites, which are open 24 hours.上海市政发布公告称，请2021年10月30日至10月31日期间进入上海迪士尼乐园和迪士尼小镇的所有人员，主动向所在社区、单位、学校等报告，前往就近的指定医疗机构进行核酸检测，并公布指定的34所全天候开放医疗机构名单。complex英 [ˈkɒmpleks]；美[kəmˈpleks , ˈkɑːmpleks] adj. 复杂的；费解的；复合的n.建筑群；一组事（物）；情结epidemiological investigations英 [ˌɛpɪdiːmɪəˈlɒdʒɪk(ə)l ɪnˌvɛstɪˈgeɪʃənz]；美[ˌɛpədimiəˈlɑdʒɪkəl ɪnˌvɛstəˈgeɪʃənz] n. 流行病学调查，流调shuttle bus英 [ˈʃʌtl bʌs] 美[ˈʃʌtl bʌs] 接驳车；区间车；摆渡车notify英 [ˈnəʊtɪfaɪ]；美[ˈnoʊtɪfaɪ] vt. 通知；通报；报备

Jen Psaki, Joe Biden's White House press secretary, said on Sunday she had tested positive for Covid-19. The global death toll from COVID-19 topped 5 million on Monday, less than two years into a crisis that has not only devastated poor countries but also humbled wealthy ones with first-rate health care systems. Shanghai Disney Resort suspended entry late Sunday and asked visitors to get coronavirus tests, just hours before the night of Halloween. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

红色旅行 全家出游 国庆出行人数激增︱Red tourism, family outings fuel holiday travel surgeThe National Day holiday saw a surge in tourism, as people unleashed a strong demand for traveling that was suppressed over the summer holiday due to sporadic COVID-19 outbreaks.暑假期间，零星暴发的新冠疫情抑制了人们对出行的强烈需求。到了国庆，各地游客人数激增。Data from the Ministry of Culture and Tourism showed on Thursday that domestic attractions received about 515 million trips over the seven-day break, from Oct 1 to Thursday.经文化和旅游部数据中心测算，10月1日至7日，全国国内旅游出游5.15亿人次。The total number of trips is roughly 70 percent of the number during the same period in 2019, before the pandemic hit.国内出游人次恢复至2019年，即疫前同期的70.1%。The ministry said that revenue of about 389 billion yuan ($60.3 billion) was generated over the holiday, roughly 60 percent of that in 2019.此外，国庆期间，各市场实现国内旅游收入3890亿元（合约603亿美元），恢复至疫前同期的60%。Travel agencies said they have seen an increase in tour package reservations after their businesses had a hard time during the summer. Red tourism, in which people visit sites with historical significance for Communism in China, and tour products focusing on appreciating autumn scenery and family trips are popular.各旅行社表示，夏天是旅游淡季，生意不景气。此后，成团旅行的预订量有所增加。游览爱国主义教育基地等历史性纪念地的“红色旅游”、以全家出行，欣赏秋日美景为主的旅游路线受备受热捧。The travel portal Fliggy said in a new report that sales at its platform of tickets for attractions registered a 100 percent increase in the first three days of the holiday compared with the same period last year.国内旅游平台“飞猪”在一份新报告中称，10月1日至3日，景点门票的销售额比起去年同期增长了一倍。The Universal Beijing Resort took the top slot on holiday travelers' wish list, followed by Shanghai; Chengdu, Sichuan province; and Chongqing, according to Fliggy.据“飞猪”平台显示，在游客的国庆旅行愿望单中，北京环球影城排名第一，上海排名第二，成都市和重庆市分居第三与第四。According to online travel agency Qunar, the top 50 theme parks, including Shanghai Disney Resort and Chimelong Tourist Resort in Guangzhou, Guangdong province, saw a 20 percent average increase in ticket sales.线上平台“去哪儿旅行”公布的数据显示，国内排名前五十，包括上海迪士尼乐园和广州长隆旅游度假区在内的主题公园，门票销量平均增长20%。Travelers also showed an increasing preference for Red tourism, as the National Day holiday this year marked the 72nd anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China.2021年的国庆，标志着中华人民共和国成立72周年，越来越多的游客开始选择红色旅游。Data provided by Trip.com Group, an online travel services provider, show that family trips to Red tourism attractions experienced a 30 percent rise at its platform compared with the same period last year. Destinations including Beijing; Yan'an, Shaanxi province; and Changsha, Hunan province were the most popular Red tourism attractions, it said.据“携程”集团统计，该平台上选择红色旅游路线全家出行的数量同比增长30%。其中，北京、陕西延安、湖南长沙是最受欢迎的红色旅游景点。Yuan Lili, who is from Anhui province, said it was a good time to take her child to learn the history of the Communist Party of China and pay tribute to martyrs who made their great contribution to the nation's founding.一名来自安徽的旅客说，借着国庆假期，正好带孩子了解中国共产党的历史，向为建国献身的烈士们致敬。"We went to Shaoshan (in Hunan) on Sunday, which is the birthplace of Chairman Mao Zedong, and then traveled to Changsha for two days," she said.这名旅客表示：“周日去了毛主席的出生地湖南韶山，然后又去了长沙两天。”suppress英 [səˈpres]；美[səˈpres] vt.压制；禁止；抑制；忍住sporadic英 [spəˈrædɪk]；美[spəˈrædɪk] adj. 零星的；偶现的；断断续续的pay tribute to英 [peɪ ˈtrɪbjuːt tu]；美[peɪ ˈtrɪbjuːt tu] v. phrase致敬；讴歌；赞美

Join hosts Brittani and Seth as they bring you news and discussion about all things theme parks, as well as their thoughts on the latest movies, television, and video games on The Attractions Podcast. This week on The Attractions Podcast, Brittani and guest host Jeff DePaoli discuss the new Crown Jewels of the Walt Disney Archives exhibit announced for Bowers Museum, the return of Duffy Month to Shanghai Disney Resort, the opening of the new Halloween Horror Nights Tribute Store at Universal Studios Florida, "Disney KiteTails" opening this October at Disney's Animal Kingdom, holiday magic returning to Disneyland Resort this November, Universal Beijing Resort setting an official opening date, Walt Disney World's new annual pass tiers and their details, the kick-off of Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Orlando Resort, and Jeff's report of his recent sneak peek at two of this year's mazes for Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood. This podcast is sponsored by Destinations with Character Travel. Contact them today at DestinationsWithCharacterTravel.com. We welcome your suggestions and want you to be a part of the discussion. Please send your comments to info@attractionsmagazine.com with the subject line “The Attractions Podcast.” Statements or opinions herein are those of the hosts and advertisers and do not necessarily reflect the views of the producers, Dream Together Media LLC, or staff.

Murray King is one of those people who took an early bet on China, and applied for a Beijing posting with the Canadian diplomatic service in the 1990s. Fast forward two decades, and he was part of the team that was bringing the Disney experience to China. In today's episode, Murray shares how he continues to apply his experience in negotiation and public relations to his role as the Head of Public Affairs for the Shanghai Disney Resort.We end our discussion on a question that might resonate with all the other people out there who have spent decades living in Asia: What's your end game? And Murray actually has an inspired answer to that question.

Murray King is one of those people who took an early bet on China, and applied for a Beijing posting with the Canadian diplomatic service in the 1990s. Fast forward two decades, and he was part of the team that was bringing the Disney experience to China. In today's episode, Murray shares how he continues to apply his experience in negotiation and public relations to his role as the Head of Public Affairs for the Shanghai Disney Resort. We end our discussion on a question that might resonate with all the other people out there who have spent decades living in Asia: What's your end game? And Murray actually has an inspired answer to that question. Subscribe to the PREMIUM version, see the visuals, and/or follow the full transcript for this episode at https://mosaicofchina.com/season-02-episode-29-murray-king Join the community on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mosaicofchina_), LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/mosaicofchina), Facebook (https://facebook.com/mosaicofchina) or WeChat (https://mosaicofchina.com/wechat). The episode also includes a catch-up interview with Emily Madge from Season 01 Episode 14. https://mosaicofchina.com/season-01-episode-14-emily-madge

The world's first "Zootopia" movie-based theme park is currently under construction at Shanghai Disney Resort. Learn more about the new attractions with Studio Plus.

Welcome Ladies & Gentlemen, to the #1 Podcast in the World! The A&A Show strives itself to bring you the best content, guests, and knowledge you can find on any podcast out there. We will always work to better our channel, communicate with our audience, and stay up to date on everything we can deliver you! So sit back, soak it in, and enjoy content we have brought to your screen!Disney announced some major theme park news at the IAAPA Expo: Virtual Education Conference, revealing new information about highly anticipated ride openings and hotels. Josh D'Amaro, chairman of Disney Parks, Experiences, and Products, gave updates on the progress at the Avengers Campus at Disneyland and Disneyland Paris, new rides and attractions coming to Epcot (including Remy's Ratatouille Adventure, set to open next year), and an upcoming “Zootopia”-themed land at Shanghai Disney Resort, among other projects. We can't wait to see all these plans come to life, but we're most excited for the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser, a totally unique experience currently in the works at Disney World.

This week on Green Tagged: California theme-park reopening redux; discouraging cruise news; USO to invest in affordable housing; “Frozen” sing-a-long returns while movie theatres close; Disneyland opens a popup; Shanghai Disney Resort celebrates Halloween; Silver Dollar City creatively pivots; brands pivot to in-person Halloween experiences; Zipline into Godzilla's Mouth. Ful Show Notes: https://greentaggedshow.com/theme-park-industry-news-green-tagged-oct11/

It’s on the news around the globe. You know what I’m talking about. Coronavirus. Sadly, it’s affected theme parks in Asia including Hong Kong Disneyland and Ocean Park in Hong Kong. Followed by Shanghai Disney Resort in Mainland China. In this episode, we discuss what this could mean for your trip. What to do. How to stay safe and more importantly, how to stay informed. Read our updated information on the theme parks and the coronavirus. Support the Podcast & Website Make your trip planning to Tokyo Disney Resort & Universal Studios Japan with our premium ebook travel guides! If you want to plan a stress-free vacation, then these are a must. Buy your park tickets through Klook and save $4USD off your first order (with a minimum of $50 USD) with code KLKTDREX. Any purchases made through our affiliate links helps keep us going and doesn't cost you anything extra. Thank you so much for listening and remember to rate and subscribe to us on iTunes and Stitcher! If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love it if you could support us on Patreon. Once we reach our goal of $500, we will record an extra 30-minute episode per month where we just answer your questions! Even $1 a month will help us immensely.

At the time of recording, Philippe Gas was the President & General Manager of the Shanghai Disney Resort. Philippe is one of the most charming business leaders I've met, and in this interview we talk about his experiences in the five or so years that he has been with Disneyland in Shanghai, from the tail-end of the construction phase to today, where the Resort has been open for around 3 years. Among other things, we talk about how Philippe managed local and international stakeholders, about the Chinese consumer and their tastes on everything from Snow White to Star Wars, and most importantly how the Disney organisation has itself managed to adapt to the needs of the China market. Philippe and I recorded this in my apartment in Shanghai, so the sound quality isn't as good as the interviews that I've done in the studio. But I hope it doesn't distract you from what was otherwise a great conversation.Philippe Gas' Object: A photo of Mickey Mouse on the Great Wall of China.Philippe Gas' best purchase in China: his Niu electric scooter.Philippe Gas' favourite restaurant: Canton Disco at The Edition. Factoid from Philippe Gas: The five timezones of China before they were combined into just one.Philippe Gas' favourite WeChat sticker (1).(Add @oscar10877 on WeChat to join the Group and see the original sticker)Philippe Gas' favourite WeChat sticker (2).(Add @oscar10877 on WeChat to join the Group and see the original sticker)To join the WeChat Group for Mosaic of China, either scan this QR Code, or search for User ID: oscar10877. After connecting, you will be manually added to the group.

At the time of recording, Philippe Gas was the President & General Manager of the Shanghai Disney Resort. Philippe is one of the most charming business leaders I've met, and in this interview we talk about his experiences in the five or so years that he has been with Disneyland in Shanghai, from the tail-end of the construction phase to today, where the Resort has been open for around 3 years. Among other things, we talk about how Philippe managed local and international stakeholders, about the Chinese consumer and their tastes on everything from Snow White to Star Wars, and most importantly how the Disney organisation has itself managed to adapt to the needs of the China market. Philippe and I recorded this in my apartment in Shanghai, so the sound quality isn't as good as the interviews that I've done in the studio. But I hope it doesn't distract you from what was otherwise a great conversation.Philippe Gas' Object: A photo of Mickey Mouse on the Great Wall of China.Philippe Gas' best purchase in China: his Niu electric scooter.Philippe Gas' favourite restaurant: Canton Disco at The Edition. Factoid from Philippe Gas: The five timezones of China before they were combined into just one.Philippe Gas' favourite WeChat sticker (1).(Add @oscar10877 on WeChat to join the Group and see the original sticker)Philippe Gas' favourite WeChat sticker (2).(Add @oscar10877 on WeChat to join the Group and see the original sticker)To join the WeChat Group for Mosaic of China, either scan this QR Code, or search for User ID: oscar10877. After connecting, you will be manually added to the group.

At the time of recording, Philippe Gas was the President & General Manager of the Shanghai Disney Resort. Philippe is one of the most charming business leaders I've met, and in this interview we talk about his experiences in the five or so years that he has been with Disneyland in Shanghai, from the tail-end of the construction phase to today, where the Resort has been open for around 3 years. Among other things, we talk about how Philippe managed local and international stakeholders, about the Chinese consumer and their tastes on everything from Snow White to Star Wars, and most importantly how the Disney organisation has itself managed to adapt to the needs of the China market. Philippe and I recorded this in my apartment in Shanghai, so the sound quality isn't as good as the interviews that I've done in the studio. But I hope it doesn't distract you from what was otherwise a great conversation.Philippe Gas' Object: A photo of Mickey Mouse on the Great Wall of China.Philippe Gas' best purchase in China: his Niu electric scooter.Philippe Gas' favourite restaurant: Canton Disco at The Edition. Factoid from Philippe Gas: The five timezones of China before they were combined into just one.Philippe Gas' favourite WeChat sticker (1).(Add @oscar10877 on WeChat to join the Group and see the original sticker)Philippe Gas' favourite WeChat sticker (2).(Add @oscar10877 on WeChat to join the Group and see the original sticker)To join the WeChat Group for Mosaic of China, either scan this QR Code, or search for User ID: oscar10877. After connecting, you will be manually added to the group.

At the time of recording, Philippe Gas was the President & General Manager of the Shanghai Disney Resort. Philippe is one of the most charming business leaders I've met, and in this interview we talk about his experiences in the five or so years that he has been with Disneyland in Shanghai, from the tail-end of the construction phase to today, where the Resort has been open for around 3 years. Among other things, we talk about how Philippe managed local and international stakeholders, about the Chinese consumer and their tastes on everything from Snow White to Star Wars, and most importantly how the Disney organisation has itself managed to adapt to the needs of the China market. Philippe and I recorded this in my apartment in Shanghai, so the sound quality isn't as good as the interviews that I've done in the studio. But I hope it doesn't distract you from what was otherwise a great conversation.Philippe Gas' Object: A photo of Mickey Mouse on the Great Wall of China.Philippe Gas' best purchase in China: his Niu electric scooter.Philippe Gas' favourite restaurant: Canton Disco at The Edition. Factoid from Philippe Gas: The five timezones of China before they were combined into just one.Philippe Gas' favourite WeChat sticker (1).(Add @oscar10877 on WeChat to join the Group and see the original sticker)Philippe Gas' favourite WeChat sticker (2).(Add @oscar10877 on WeChat to join the Group and see the original sticker)To join the WeChat Group for Mosaic of China, either scan this QR Code, or search for User ID: oscar10877. After connecting, you will be manually added to the group.

Join Mercedes and Tash as they discuss the world's newest Disney park, Shanghai Disneyland. Mercedes also gives a review of the much anticipated Marvel movie, Avengers: End Game, which was released last week. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chatdisney/message

We're bringing you an extra episode this week! Jamie is freshly back from a six-week adventure through China, and he's got oodles to share. On this episode, we primarily chat about Shanghai Disney Resort and Hong Kong Disneyland - the differences between them, the pros and cons of both, a look at some of their rides and attractions, and Jamie's honest and unfiltered opinions of both parks. As someone who's lived in Mainland China and has traveled extensively around the country, it's a fairly unique perspective.

2017-04-18 Special EnglishThis is Special English. I'm Ryan Price in Beijing. Here is the news.China has seen its air quality worsen a little in the first quarter of this year, particularly in Beijing, Tianjin and Hebei province.The national environmental authority said that in the first three months, 70 percent of days in 340 cities tracked had good air quality. The figure is 1 percent higher than the same period last year. However, the concentration of PM2.5 increased 3 percent year-on-year. PM2.5 refers to the fine particulate matter with a diameter less than 2.5 microns that is hazardous to human health. PM2.5 is one of the six air pollutants that are monitored continuously. While the average air quality has deteriorated slightly nationwide, the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region saw a major drop in air quality in the first quarter. PM2.5 concentration soared to 95 micrograms per cubic meter, a 27 percent increase year-on-year. The national air quality standard for PM2.5 is 35 micrograms per cubic meter or less. Six of the top ten most polluted cities were in Hebei Province, where heavy industry is an economic pillar. The provincial capital topped the list in the first quarter. This is Special English.Beijing residents could be rewarded with up to 500,000 yuan, roughly 72,000 US dollars, if they can provide useful information on spies or related activities.A government policy took effect recently. Under the policy, informants are eligible to be offered rewards ranging from 10,000 yuan to 500,000 yuan, depending on how useful the information is.Informants can pass information to authorities by calling a hotline, sending letters or visiting the bureau. Informants' privacy and information about spy-related messages will not be disclosed. Information providers can ask authorities for protection if they or their family are in danger due to the act of informing. The policy stipulates that informants will face punishments if they deliberately slander others or invent and spread false information. Beijing's Public Security Bureau says China saw rapid increases in international exchanges, as well as the number of people entering or exiting the country.Overseas espionage agencies and other hostile forces have also intensified their disruptive activities in China, including political infiltration and the stealing of intelligence. The bureau says Some Chinese individuals have also betrayed the nation to benefit their private interests.You're listening to Special English. I'm Ryan Price in Beijing. China has announced it had completed controlled tests on its first hot-water drill, which is capable of drilling through 1,500 meters of ice and will be used for Antarctic research. This is the fourth test on the drill, which was conducted in Northeast China. The drill used pressurized hot water to melt and bore into the ice. The assessment panel said it is capable of drilling 1,500 meters into the ice shelf in Antarctica.The review panel said the drill will be invaluable to China's Antarctic scientific exploration.The panel agreed to further testing and said the equipment should be used during China's upcoming 34th Antarctic expedition in November. Once it passes the Antarctic test, China will be the third country in the world to have mastered hot water drilling deeper than 1,000 meters, following the United States and Australia. The drilling helps with the detection of ice shelves which are floating ice platforms between glaciers and the ocean surface. The freeze-thaw underneath ice shelves has an important effect on the continental ice sheets, and water masses and ocean currents. This is Special English.Strong downstream demand led to increasing sales of excavators in China last month.Data with China Construction Machinery Association showed that sales of excavators in March rose more than 55 percent year on year as the Chinese economy gained momentum. Analysts said April is expected to follow the same pattern.For the January to March period, sales almost doubled from a year earlier.Economists say excavator machinery is a barometer of new infrastructure, and its strong growth indicates that the economy could expand steadily in the first half of this year.Adding to a slew of upbeat data on the economy, surveys on the country's manufacturing and non-manufacturing sectors showed the economy had staged a strong start.China's manufacturing sector in March stayed above the boom-bust mark for the eighth month in a row, and the non-manufacturing sector continued to expand, nearing a three-year record high.You're listening to Special English. I'm Ryan Price in Beijing. A fund for assisting the medical treatment of patients with rare diseases has been initiated in Shanghai.The fund has starting money of 3 million yuan, roughly 440,000 U.S. dollars. It was jointly raised by rare disease prevention and treatment institutions in Shanghai and drug firms.The chairman of the Shanghai Rare Disease Prevention and Treatment Fund said the funding would encourage more effective prevention and medical treatment of rare diseases.He said the fund would help pool more financial support and company donations for rare disease patients.Globally, there are some 6,000 to 7,000 recognized rare diseases. Only a few of them have established medical treatment.Around 60 percent of rare disease patients are children, with 30 percent living less than five years.There has been no epidemiological survey of rare disease patients made in China.Early diagnosis and treatment can effectively check on the progress of rare diseases and even cure them.It could take years for doctors to diagnose a rare disease, while patients miss the best time for treatment and suffer from inflicted problems leading to mental difficulties, heart problems and atrophied muscles. You're listening to Special English. I'm Ryan Price in Beijing. You can access the program by logging on to crienglish.com. You can also find us on our Apple Podcast. Now the news continues.Chinese telecoms giant Huawei has unveiled the 20 winners of the 7th edition of the company's Digital Talents program, offering French students two weeks of technological immersion in China.For the first time, 20 students have been selected to travel to Huawei's base in Shenzhen in July.Organizers say that this year, the candidates proposed their original and innovative solutions to social challenges in relation with digital transformation.Projects involved sectors including the environment, education, employment, health and energy resources.Huawei says it runs the program "to identify the digital talents of tomorrow".Chaired by the former housing minister of France, the jury included a think tank founder, Huawei communications director, newspaper editor-in-chief, the director of a science institute, and the general director of Paris' economic development agency. Members of the jury met on April 4 in Paris to choose the best 20 projects.The 20 selected projects deal with a range of issues, including connected glasses, recycling cigarette butts, cyber attacks, video games, and providing help for refugees. This is Special English.The School of Global Governance has been opened at Beijing Foreign Studies University, aiming to train more multilingual professionals with global vision and cross-cultural communication proficiency.The school aims to cultivate talents who are proficient in international rules and at least two working languages of the United Nations.It will carry out research on international organizations and provide intellectual support for China's participation in international affairs.The school is the first of its kind in China. It offers undergraduate, graduate and doctoral programs. It grew out of an education reform pilot program launched in 2010. Some former graduates have been employed by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization, Pan American Health Organization, and United Nations Office at Geneva.You're listening to Special English. I'm Ryan Price in Beijing. In addition to 600 million yuan, roughly 87 million U.S. dollars, in box office sales in China so far, the Hollywood blockbuster "Beauty and the Beast" has given rise to countless hot-selling products.Beast-themed puppets and tea cups often sell out at Shanghai Disneyland, and the 30-plus types of dessert based on the movie have become top choices for movie fans at Shanghai Disneyland Hotel.Tina Dai, a merchandise team member at Shanghai Disney Resort, said the resort is planning to restock the ceramic teacups, based on one of the characters in the movie, which sell for 85 yuan each.Dai said the popularity of movie-based products shows consumers' keen interest in Disney characters and movie stories.While China is shifting its growth engine from the industrial to the service sector, U.S. companies are exploring new growth points.Statistics show China-U.S. service trade exceeded 100 million U.S. dollars last year.Global coffee chain Starbucks is among the beneficiaries of the huge Chinese market.The corporation's fiscal report showed comparable store sales increased 6 percent in China, 3 percentage points higher than global growth. Net quarterly revenues for the China/Asia Pacific segment grew 18 percent year on year to 770 million U.S. dollars.The robust sales growth is partly due to cooperation between Starbucks and Chinese Internet giant Tencent, which has offered mobile payment services for Chinese customers since December.The two companies have also rolled out a digital gift-giving service on WeChat, allowing WeChat users to send and receive Starbucks digital gifts and then cash them in at offline outlets.Starbucks is the first retail brand to use the digital gift-sharing service, supported by the social network's 850 million monthly active users.This is Special English.China has launched a universal network covering the data of elder care facilities across the country.The Civil Affairs Ministry said information recorded about these institutions in the network will include internal management, service quality, security management and staff profiles. The ministry said it has started a training program on how to use the new network. The first set of information will be entered by May 10. China's aging society is a major social issue. There are currently more than 220 million people over 60 years of age in the country, or 16 percent of the total population, and the numbers are growing. Authorities have said they will streamline the approval process for elder care institutions to address challenges brought by the aging population. This is the end of this edition of Special English. To freshen up your memory, I'm going to read one of the news items again at normal speed. Please listen carefully.This is the end of today's program. I'm Ryan Price in Beijing, and I hope you can join us every day, to learn English and learn about the world.

2017-02-06 Special EnglishThis is Special English. I&`&m Mark Griffiths in Beijing. Here is the news.Beijing is planning to equip schools with air filtration devices as the city chokes on heavy smog. Beijing&`&s education authority has said that air purifiers will be installed in pilot primary and secondary schools and nurseries to protect students and small children from polluted air. The program is to be subsidized by the municipal government. According to a local newspaper, some schools in the city have installed air filtration systems using donations from businesses. A staff member in a school equipped with an air purifier system told the Beijing News that the concentration of PM2.5 had been reduced remarkably in the school after the system was set up. Beijing has suffered heavy air pollution since winter began. To avoid polluted air, outdoor activities have been suspended in schools, nurseries and extra-curricular education institutions. The municipal government said children&`&s health is a priority concern of education authorities. It urged schools to raise the students&`& awareness of self-protection to prepare for days with heavy pollution.This is Special English.Chinese scientists are drawing a 1:2.5 million scale map of the Moon&`&s geology.Scientists of China&`&s lunar exploration program said five universities and research institutes from across China have set standards for digital mapping. They have begun drawing the map of the Moon&`&s geological structure.A sketch version of the map measures around 4 by 2 meters. It will be finished by 2018, and will be released by 2020.The map will provide information on the structure and rock types of the Moon and will reflect the timeline of the Moon&`&s evolution.Scientists say the map will clearly show the size and appearance of the Moon and the craters on it.Creating the map depends on data and images sent from circumlunar satellites from China and other countries. The scientists say that a lunar map is very different from that of the Earth, where scientists can go to the spot in person to learn the details.Through the satellites, the scientists have obtained overall images of the Moon, which contribute to the precision of the lunar maps. You&`&re listening to Special English. I&`&m Mark Griffiths in Beijing.A total of one million registered domain names with Chinese characters are in use. The information was released by the China Internet Network Information Center.The center said that at present, Chinese-character domain names can be used in mainstream browsers, search engines and input methods. This means that, for example, by inputting a Chinese-character domain name in a browser, users are able to reach a corresponding website, like with any regular English domain name.Since domain names were created in the 1980s, they had long been formed with characters in the Roman alphabet.The information center has called on Chinese Internet companies, including email service providers, to further promote the use of Chinese-character domain names. This is Special English.Shanghai Disney Resort is planning to expand its talent pool by partnering with local educational institutions. Shanghai Disney is Walt Disney Company&`&s latest theme park.Walt Disney says it will sign agreements this year with 10 universities, colleges and vocational schools to launch its "Talent Class" for professional training. Philippe Gas, general manager of Shanghai Disney Resort, says the move is part of the Disney Company&`&s goal of finally having at least 98 percent of its staff members being from the local area.Gas says interaction with visitors is an essential part of the resort, and it relies on the company&`&s 10,000 staff members to achieve visitor satisfaction. The training will be provided jointly by the company and the schools. Internship opportunities are also up for grabs. Under the training, students will take on different roles including animation designers, makeup artists, accountants and mechanical technicians. Outstanding participants can apply to intern at the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida in the United States, training alongside their American counterparts. The first several schools to ink the deal include the Shanghai Polytechnic University and the Tourism College of Zhejiang.Shanghai Disney will employ 2,000 people in full-time and part-time jobs this year, with the vacancies tailored to disabled people in China. You are listening to Special English. I&`&m Mark Griffiths in Beijing.Toxic pollutants in the Arctic pose great health threats to polar bears, leading to brain damage in the animal.Italian scientists analyzed the effects of persistent organic pollutants, or POPs, on species in the Arctic, and found that polar bears are exposed to greater health risks than seals. Polar bear cubs are at the highest risk.POPs are widely used around the world in industrial production as they have been since World War II. They are toxic chemicals that have a negative impact on human health, animals and the environment. The toxins can be transported by wind and water, accumulate in the environment and pass between different species through the food chain.In 1996, researchers in Norway observed two cases of "intersex" in polar bears. The bears were normal males by their looks but neither of them showed signs of having a Y chromosome which could determine that they were male.Scientists believe that the number of such "intersex" polar bears may have risen as a result of hormonal disruptions caused by pollutants. This is Special English.Australia experienced its fourth-hottest year on record last year despite also having above average rainfall.Australia&`&s Annual Climate Statement showed that the national mean temperature was 0.8 degrees Celsius above average, resulting in the nation&`&s fourth-warmest year on record.2016 was one of the most eventful years in terms of weather in Australia.Bushfires earlier in the year came about after a prolonged hot spell, while the end of the El Nino weather event later last year brought flooding rains for some states.Despite being one of the warmest years in Australia&`&s history, annual rainfall last year was 17 percent above average.Widespread, drought-breaking rains led to flooding in many states. Even northern Australia saw widespread rainfall, during what is usually the dry season, and in green regions that had been in drought for several years.The World Meteorological Organization has announced that 2016 would likely be the warmest year on record for global mean temperatures.You&`&re listening to Special English. I&`&m Mark Griffiths in Beijing. You can access the program by logging on to newsplusradio.cn. You can also find us on our Apple Podcast. If you have any comments or suggestions, please let us know by e-mailing us at mansuyingyu@cri.com.cn. That&`&s mansuyingyu@cri.com.cn. Now the news continues.U.S. scientists have discovered that microscopic structures within a brain region change from childhood into adulthood over a timescale that mirrors improvements in people&`&s ability to recognize faces.The study has overturned a central thought in neuroscience. People used to believe that as humans are born with brains riddled with excess neural connections, the amount of brain tissue goes in one direction throughout their lives, from too much to just enough.By looking at the brains of children, the team examined a region of the brain that distinguishes faces from other objects. It&`&s only in the last 10 years that psychologists started looking at children&`&s brains. The study shows that children are not miniature adults, and that there is still a lot of very basic knowledge to be learned about the developing brain in that age range.The study found that there are actual changes to brain tissues and the process takes place for the whole lifetime.The study is the first to use quantitative MRI to directly assess changes in brain regions.This is Special English.Plans are being made to turn China&`&s most complete 2,000-year-old cemetery into a national park.The tomb of the "Marquis of Haihun" near Nanchang, the capital of east China&`&s Jiangxi Province, is one of the few imperial tombs that have not been looted.The remains of the marquis were found in a coffin in an interior chamber and hoisted out in January, last year, for lab research. More than 10,000 artifacts have so far been unearthed.Local authorities said the design of the national park by the China Architecture Design Group has been completed.The site, which covers over 20 square kilometers, will preserve the tomb in its original form by the side of Poyang Lake, China&`&s largest freshwater lake.The construction, landscaping and preservation are expected to cost 1.2 billion yuan, roughly 170 million U.S. dollars. A tourist center in the park is set to open in 2019.The marquis, Liu He, was grandson of Emperor Wudi of the Western Han Dynasty, whose reign began one of the most prosperous periods in China&`&s history.The excavation of the tomb began in 2011. It has been recognized as a model archeological research and relic protection project. Preservation was carried out alongside the archeological excavation and an application for it to be inscribed on the UNESCO world heritage list is in the pipeline.You&`&re listening to Special English. I&`&m Mark Griffiths in Beijing.The Belgian Cancer Foundation has presented a campaign to encourage Belgians not to drink alcohol during the month of February this year. A total of 82 percent of Belgians consume alcohol, and as much as 51 percent consume more than 11 glasses per week.According to the foundation&`&s website, the "Mineral Tour" campaign has been organized for the first time this year and it aims to raise awareness. Candidates register to participate on Mineral Tour campaign website where they can find health information, testimonies, and advice on participating. So far, public figures and celebrities including renowned tennis players, federal ministers, actors and actresses have confirmed their participation. The campaign will also include charitable motifs including donation of money to the Cancer Foundation for research.This is Special English.Britain&`&s interior department says more than 200 people died in the past year after taking psychoactive drugs known as "legal highs".The Home Office said that almost 500 people have been arrested by law enforcers since a landmark psychoactive substances law came into force six months ago which made so-called designer drugs illegal.New powers were introduced under the new law to tackle what officials described as the menace of so-called legal highs.Home Office figures showed that new psychoactive substances were involved in 204 deaths in Britain in the last year, an increase of 25 percent compared to the previous 12 months.The government minister for Vulnerability, Safeguarding and Countering Extremism Sarah Newton said that new psychoactive substances are banned because they are not safe, and can devastate lives and are not tolerated in the country.Police forces have stopped 330 shops across Britain from selling the substances since the new law came into force.Police Commander Simon Bray, from the National Police Chief&`&s Council, said the Psychoactive Substances Act has fundamentally changed the way police tackle the supply and distribution of dangerous drugs.You&`&re listening to Special English. I&`&m Mark Griffiths in Beijing.American students have a math problem. The latest global snapshot of student performance shows declining math scores in the United States and stagnant performance in science and reading.Education Secretary John B. King Jr. said the U.S. is losing ground, a troubling prospect when, in today&`&s knowledge-based economy, the best jobs can go anywhere in the world. (全文见周六微信。)

In this episode, we will take a look at the brand new Disney park, Shanghai Disneyland. We will review all of its lands and all of it's attractions and discuss how is it different (and the same) as Walt Disney World. This is one of our previous TFP Exclusive episodes that were are releasing to all of our listeners while the TFP crew is at Disneyland.

On our special episode 42.5 (June 29, 2016) of the TDRNow Podcast, we gather your frequently asked questions about Shanghai Disneyland and answer them all! Everything from food to language and character greetings! If you’re planning a trip to Shanghai Disney Resort, you won’t want to miss this episode! How to get a Visa for Shanghai Booking Shanghai Disneyland Shanghai Disney Resort First Impressions Shanghai Disneyland Trip Report Podcast Find us on Twitter, Facebook, iTunes, Stitcher, and Player FM! Thank you so much for listening and remember to rate us on iTunes and Stitcher! Hosted by Trish and Chris.

On Episode 42 (June 23, 2016) of the TDRNow Podcast, we dedicate this entire episode to the Grand Opening of Shanghai Disneyland! We discuss the opening itself, attractions, food, merchandise, hotels, parades, and tips! If you’re planning a trip to Shanghai Disney Resort, you won’t want to miss this episode! Find us on Twitter, Facebook, iTunes, Stitcher, and Player FM! Thank you so much for listening and remember to rate us on iTunes and Stitcher! Hosted by Trish and Chris.

This is NEWS Plus Special English. I'm Liu Yan in Beijing. Here is the news. President Xi Jinping has underscored the importance of combat effectiveness in the military academy. Xi made the remarks during an inspection tour of the top military academy, the National Defense University of the People's Liberation Army. Xi applauded the university's accomplishments. He encouraged the university to continue to improve its educational theories and training models, as this would boost the competence and professionalism of its faculty. The president said to build a world-class army, military-affiliated colleges must be elite academies, adding that reform and innovation would support this goal. The president urged all military academies to advance warfare strategies to create a military theory that is up-to-date, pioneering and unique. They were encouraged to closely follow global military developments, research the role of IT in military operations and address the problems in the country's combat readiness. Xi is also chairman of the Central Military Commission. He urged servicemen and women to adhere to the correct political direction. He also underscored the importance of military innovation, calling for more efforts to nurture, gather and retain talented servicemen and women. This is NEWS Plus Special English. No more side effects have been detected among the people vaccinated with suspected illegal vaccines. The National Health and Family Planning Commission says the observation was based on the analyses made by medical experts with a state-level database on vaccines. The commission has been working with local health departments to crack down on illegal vaccines, calling for local departments to report more information on the whereabouts of the illegal products. It was revealed recently that vaccines improperly stored and expired have been sold in 20 provincial-level regions since 2011. In a related development, the World Health Organization has released a notice, saying improperly stored and expired vaccines pose a very small risk of causing a toxic reaction. The notice says vaccines need to be stored and managed properly or they can lose potency and become less effective. It says however, improperly stored or expired vaccines seldom cause a toxic reaction, adding that there was likely minimal safety risk in this particular incident. You are listening to NEWS Plus Special English. I'm Liu Yan in Beijing. Xinhua News Agency President Cai Mingzhao has pledged continuous support to the United Nations Environment Program on environment protection and sustainable development, and particularly to UNEP's efforts to stop illegal trade in wildlife. During his visit to the UNEP headquarters in Nairobi in Kenya, Cai said Xinhua will constantly explore new cooperation models with the U.N. agency with a view to make greater contribution to human development. Cai says Xinhua, China's state news agency, is willing to support UNEP's environmental campaigns including wildlife protection, through enhanced news coverage and interactions on official websites and social media platforms, as well as by jointly holding public service activities. Both organizations have agreed to combine resources to bring greater attention to the illegal trade in wildlife so that consumers understand the damage caused by their purchases, in an effort to reduce demand. UNEP deputy executive director Ibrahim Thiaw said Cai's visit has come at a critical moment, as UNEP is leading the United Nations campaign to combat the illegal trade in wildlife. He said the UNEP welcomes Xinhua's participation in its other major campaigns this year, including Marine Litter, Sustainable Tourism, and Air Pollution. This is NEWS Plus Special English. A new report says as of the end of last year, 4 million Chinese students had studied or were studying overseas since 1978 when China opened to the world. The report, by the Ministry of Educaton, features employment of students who have returned to China. It found that a total of 2.2 million students had returned. Last year, over 520,000 Chinese students went abroad for study, and 410,000 returned. Most of the returnees, around 75 percent of interviewees, were willing to work in eastern coastal cities. Almost half of the respondents said they were willing to stay in China's biggest cities including Beijing, Guangzhou, Shanghai and Shenzhen. More than 3 percent of interviewees hope to start their own business; and career development space is the most important factor for them in choosing jobs, followed by location and salary. Students majoring in management, science and economics are in greatest demand after they go back to China, followed by those who majored in engineering, arts and law. An official from the ministry says almost all of the students were studying abroad at their own expenses. The report is aimed at helping students and their parents to make better plans for their future studies. You are listening to NEWS Plus Special English. I'm Liu Yan in Beijing. The death of a 4-year-old girl, who was beheaded in a knife attack in Taiwan, has sparked widespread public anger on the island and criticism of calls to abolish the death penalty. The attack took place as the child was cycling towards a metro station with her mother in Taipei. The 33-year-old suspect attacked and decapitated the girl with a cleaver in full view of her mother. Bystanders heard the mother's screams and rushed to restrain the attacker until police arrived. The suspect, Wang Ching-yu had been arrested in the past for drug-related crimes and had twice sought medical treatment for mental conditions after physical altercations with his family. Television footage showed angry people gathered outside a police station in Taipei where the suspect was being held. Some attacked the suspect as he was being transferred to the prosecutor's office for questioning. Many went to lay flowers and toys at the spot where the girl was killed. Taiwan resumed capital punishment in 2010 after a five-year hiatus. Executions are reserved for serious crimes, including aggravated murder and kidnapping, but politicians are divided over whether or not to retain it. This is the second child-killing case in Taiwan in a year. This is NEWS Plus Special English. China's tuberculosis infection rate has been decreasing steadily over the past five years. According to the National Health and Family Planning Commission, the morbidity rate from TB has reduced from 71 in every 100,000 people in 2011 to 63 last year. The death rate caused by TB has also been following a downward trend, dropping from 3 in 100,000 people in 2011 to 2 in 2014, well below the international average of 15 in 100,000 people. The commission says a TB prevention and treatment system is gradually taking shape, which places a particular focus on groups including students and migrant workers. Last year there were 34,000 students reported to have contracted TB in China, down 29 percent compared with 2011. China has invested more than 7 billion yuan, roughly 1 billion U.S. dollars, on the prevention and treatment of TB during the past five years, and will continue to enhance the work. You're listening to NEWS Plus Special English. I'm Liu Yan in Beijing. You can access the program by logging onto NEWSPlusRadio.cn. You can also find us on our Apple Podcast. If you have any comments or suggestions, please let us know by e-mailing us at mansuyingyu@cri.com.cn. That's mansuyingyu@cri.com.cn. Now the news continues. Doctors from south China's Hunan Province performed a successful spinal surgery recently, using 3D printing technology on a man suffering from a spinal deformity. The surgery was conducted by a team from the Third Xiangya Hospital of Central South University. It used a 3D-printed device to help the doctors determine the angle and depth of the incisions to ensure the accuracy of the operation. The patient had long suffered from spinal arthritis, leading to a severe humpback. His height decreased from 1.7 meters to 1.3 meters due to the deformity, and doctors cut parts of his spine to restore him to an upright posture. Due to the densely distributed nerves on the spine, the surgery required very high precision, and any mistake could result in paralysis of the patient. The 3D-printed nylon part is a precise model of the patient's spine, on which the position and depth of the incision are marked. Fastened to the spine, it made the surgery much easier for the doctors, cutting the surgery time by half, to five hours. The patient is expected to be able to walk in a week. You're listening to NEWS Plus Special English. I'm Liu Yan in Beijing. Enthusiastic visitors have snapped up the first batch of tickets in just five minutes for the opening day of the Shanghai Disneyland Park on June 16, temporarily crashing the official website. A statement issued by the Shanghai Disney Resort says it had received warm feedback since it started selling tickets online at noon on Monday. Within half an hour, clicks on the website shanghaidisneyresort.com reached more than 5 million. The massive volume resulted in the company's ticketing system malfunctioning temporarily. The statement says all official website ticketing systems and authorized partners' distribution channels functioned well later. But it did not say how many tickets were sold. Disney Resort's flagship store on Alitrip, one of its authorized ticket-selling websites, also sold out standard admission tickets and two-day tickets that include the opening day. According to Alitrip, more than 20,000 tickets were sold in 30 minutes. By 4 pm, the Alitrip store had seen 35,000 transactions of one-day tickets and 12,000 two-day tickets sold. Meanwhile, hotels at the resort are also open to bookings, with rooms at the Shanghai Disneyland Hotel starting from 1,650 yuan, roughly 254 U.S. dollars, and those at the Toy Story Hotel priced at 850 yuan. This is NEWS Plus Special English. （全文见周日微信。）