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New York Post
11-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Florida dad who paid $1,400 for family of 5's day trip at Disney World says he felt ‘punished' by park
The happiest place on Earth is facing growing criticism for becoming one of the most expensive. A Florida father is speaking out after a one-day visit to Orlando's Walt Disney World with his wife and three children cost nearly $1,400 — a price he says may not be worth it. 'It started with the ticket purchase, and then it ran right into the parking, and then it just was like a cash cow for the rest of the day,' small business owner Craig Stowell told 'FOX & Friends' on Wednesday alongside his daughter, Kendall. In a video that quickly went viral, Stowell broke down the cost of the trip: $30 for parking, $974 for five tickets using a Florida resident discount, and more than $245 for dinner. By the end of the day, the total had reached nearly $1,400. 'Trying to put a price tag versus value, what's it worth?' Stowell said. 'The lines were so long, so we're already a thousand [dollars] deep into the park. Now we're going to drop another $400 to get Lightning Passes.' Stowell added, 'I don't want to say it this way, but if you do the average of cost per ride, it probably isn't really worth it.' 5 5 Disney has increased prices in recent years. In 2024, the company raised the cost of single-day, single-park tickets for the 2025 season. Just recently, prices went up again for many 2026 dates. A one-day ticket to the Magic Kingdom now ranges from $139 to $199, depending on the day and season. To skip long lines, guests can purchase a Lightning Lane Multi Pass for an additional $40 per person during top times, but it only applies to a select number of rides. The feature, once free, has become a common add-on cost for visitors trying to make the most of their day. Stowell believes the company is favoring long-term guests who stay at Disney resorts over local families or day-trippers. 'Unfortunately, I don't think those day-trippers are what Disney wants,' he said. 'They want you to never leave the park. They want you there for five days, and they want you to drop 10 grand. So, I think that one-day trip I'm actually being punished for it.' 5 According to The Wall Street Journal, some Disney insiders have expressed concern that the company has become 'addicted' to raising prices and may be approaching the limit of what middle-class families can afford. Internal surveys also reportedly show a decline in the number of guests planning return visits to both Walt Disney World and Disneyland since late 2023. Despite the high price tag, Stowell said he didn't expect the level of support his video would receive online. 5 'I kind of had a feeling it would go viral,' he said. 'It's very relatable. It's family-friendly. Disney's always a hot topic and we're all trying to pinch pennies. 'So, I kind of had an idea that people would be able to relate to it, just maybe not so much.'
New York Post
11-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Florida dad who paid $1,400 for family of 5 day trip at Disney World says he felt ‘punished' by park
The happiest place on Earth is facing growing criticism for becoming one of the most expensive. A Florida father is speaking out after a one-day visit to Orlando's Walt Disney World with his wife and three children cost nearly $1,400 — a price he says may not be worth it. Advertisement 'It started with the ticket purchase, and then it ran right into the parking, and then it just was like a cash cow for the rest of the day,' small business owner Craig Stowell told 'FOX & Friends' on Wednesday alongside his daughter, Kendall. In a video that quickly went viral, Stowell broke down the cost of the trip: $30 for parking, $974 for five tickets using a Florida resident discount, and more than $245 for dinner. By the end of the day, the total had reached nearly $1,400. 'Trying to put a price tag versus value, what's it worth?' Stowell said. 'The lines were so long, so we're already a thousand [dollars] deep into the park. Now we're going to drop another $400 to get Lightning Passes.' Stowell added, 'I don't want to say it this way, but if you do the average of cost per ride, it probably isn't really worth it.' Advertisement 5 Florida dad Craig Stowell documented his expensive trip to Disney World with his wife and three kids in a video posted to TikTok on May 6, 2025. flyingwheels/TikTok 5 The family spent more than $245 for dinner at Disney World. flyingwheels/TikTok Disney has increased prices in recent years. In 2024, the company raised the cost of single-day, single-park tickets for the 2025 season. Just recently, prices went up again for many 2026 dates. A one-day ticket to the Magic Kingdom now ranges from $139 to $199, depending on the day and season. Advertisement To skip long lines, guests can purchase a Lightning Lane Multi Pass for an additional $40 per person during top times, but it only applies to a select number of rides. The feature, once free, has become a common add-on cost for visitors trying to make the most of their day. Stowell believes the company is favoring long-term guests who stay at Disney resorts over local families or day-trippers. Advertisement 'Unfortunately, I don't think those day-trippers are what Disney wants,' he said. 'They want you to never leave the park. They want you there for five days, and they want you to drop 10 grand. So, I think that one-day trip I'm actually being punished for it.' 5 Stowell's wife takes a sip from a frozen margarita during the expensive trip. flyingwheels/TikTok According to The Wall Street Journal, some Disney insiders have expressed concern that the company has become 'addicted' to raising prices and may be approaching the limit of what middle-class families can afford. Internal surveys also reportedly show a decline in the number of guests planning return visits to both Walt Disney World and Disneyland since late 2023. Despite the high price tag, Stowell said he didn't expect the level of support his video would receive online. 5 Stowell shared the final price to be $1,391.91. flyingwheels/TikTok 5 Stowell feels that the park is punishing locals in favor of long-term guests. flyingwheels/TikTok Advertisement 'I kind of had a feeling it would go viral,' he said. 'It's very relatable. It's family-friendly. Disney's always a hot topic and we're all trying to pinch pennies. 'So, I kind of had an idea that people would be able to relate to it, just maybe not so much.'
Fox News
17-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Fox News
Brian Kilmeade: The Left's Hero Problem: Why Are They Backing Criminals?
Story #1: The Left's three heroes: murderers, gang members, and criminals. How on earth did this happen? Plus, George Clooney and Jake Tapper play revisionist history. A conversation with Host of 'The Brian Kilmeade Show' on FOX News Radio, Co-host of 'FOX & Friends' & Host of 'One Nation with Brian Kilmeade,' Brian Kilmeade. Story #2: Will, his family, and The Crew attempted to debate who the ten most famous people in the world were, but instead it morphed into a Lebron James vs. Michael Jordan debate. Story #3: Tips on buying a home in 2025. A conversation with Chief Consumer Direct Production Officer at Pennymac, Scott Bridges. Tell Will what you thought about this podcast by emailing WillCainShow@ Subscribe to The Will Cain Show on YouTube here: Watch The Will Cain Show! Follow Will on Twitter: @WillCain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit
Fox News
14-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Fox News
'Harry Potter' actor undergoes emergency surgery after doctors warn he might never walk or speak again
Nick Moran, who portrayed Scabior in the "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" films, is recovering from a "life-threatening" diagnosis that caused him to undergo emergency spinal surgery. "Nick had surgery a little over a week and a half ago and is home walking, talking and making a full recovery," a representative for the 55-year-old actor told People magazine. "Nick will be back working on his next film shortly and is looking forward to being back at the studio, tending to his busy schedule. Nick would like to thank all of the well-wishers and assure them that he is well and appreciative of their support." In a lengthy interview with The Daily Mail, Moran's friend, Terry Stone, told the outlet that Moran's girlfriend was the one to encourage him to seek medical help after the actor was experiencing neck pain. Stone said his friend was told he needed an "emergency operation because this is life-threatening." "I spoke to one of his family members, and he damaged his neck somehow, and it's affecting his spinal cord and some of the things that operate your speech and your legs," Stone said. "He's recovering but [doctors] basically said [ahead of surgery] that he might never walk or talk again, which was traumatic. He's not in the best of health, but when he came out of the operation I was like, 'Thank, God,' because I think he'd decided he'd rather not walk or talk than die." "They had to replace [bones in his neck] with artificial bone, it was micro-surgery and because there's so many nerves around the neck and spine, this made the operation tricky with those awful chances of not being able to speak or walk again," he added. Stone said that while he's recovering, Moran still has a long road ahead of him. WATCH 'FOX & Friends' hosts a magical Harry Potter celebration "He's speaking now, which is a good sign, but he's shuffling around like a 100-year-old and has a neck brace on and taking it easy," he said. A representative for Moran did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment.
Yahoo
29-01-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Behind the scenes of ‘FOX & Friends': Hosts give rare insider access on FOX Nation
For the first time, viewers can get a behind-the-scenes look at America's #1 cable morning show, "FOX & Friends." The new FOX Nation documentary, "Behind the Scenes: FOX & Friends," takes audiences through nearly three decades of early mornings, evolving hairstyles, and the camaraderie that keeps the show going strong. "It goes through the history of 'FOX & Friends.' You see our many hairstyles over the last, almost 30 years. It's great," longtime co-host Steve Doocy remarked. The 40-minute special offers an intimate look at the hosts, producers, and crew who make America's mornings brighter. And, as Doocy revealed, caffeine plays a starring role. "A lot of people say, 'How do you do it every morning? You get up so early,'" he said. "'FOX & Friends' runs on Dunkin.'" Read On The Fox News App From 6 to 9 a.m., "FOX & Friends" continues to dominate the morning cable news ratings, holding the top spot for 23 consecutive years. With 1.2 million daily viewers, including 164,000 in the key 25-54 age demographic, the show's staying power is undeniable. Through old clips and never-before-seen footage, the documentary takes a trip down memory lane, back before "Fox & Friends" even had its now-iconic name. "It used to be called Fox Express," "FOX & Friends First" co-host Carley Shimkus revealed. "It was, in the very beginning, and it was like a newsreel where we'd talk about the news of the day in 15-mintutes," Doocy added. Original host Brian Kilmeade, who's been there from the start, recalled just how much the show has evolved. "In the beginning, there were no rules … The target was written in pencil," he said. Doocy agreed, reminiscing about the early days when the show had no script. "In the very beginning, it started out at about 4:30am, 5 o'clock, the producers would come in, and they'd go 'Ok, what do you want to talk about?' We'd come up with three things, and so on a single card we'd write down those three things, and over two hours we'd just talk." The documentary captures the trials and triumphs of keeping a live morning show running for nearly three decades, all while showcasing how the hosts — and their wardrobes — have changed since the '90s. It takes you through Fox offices, the green room, and even FOX News meteorologist Janice Dean's 20 years of coats. And if you ask Steve Doocy how he feels about the documentary? "It's so good!" "Behind the Scenes: FOX & Friends" is now streaming on FOX article source: Behind the scenes of 'FOX & Friends': Hosts give rare insider access on FOX Nation
