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Travel + Leisure
14 hours ago
- Health
- Travel + Leisure
We Asked Disney Cast Members for the Best Walking Shoes—and These Are the 11 Comfy Styles They Swear By
If anyone knows the importance of a good pair of walking shoes, it's Disney cast members. These pros easily clock tens of thousands of steps a day, whether they're working long shifts around Cinderella's Castle or spending a well-earned day off park-hopping with friends. So when it comes to finding the best shoes for walking all day at Disney, they know which styles actually hold up under pressure (and humidity). We asked current and former Disney employees to share the walking shoes they rely on most, both on and off the clock. From ultra-cushioned Hoka shoes that feel like "walking on marshmallows" to the supportive Asics pairs that can handle 35,000-step shifts, these are the shoes that Disney cast members actually wear. Whether you're planning a trip to Magic Kingdom or just need a pair of sneakers that won't quit halfway through your errands, these are some of the best walking shoes for Disney World and beyond. There's a reason Hokas are the go-to shoes at Disney parks, including for cast members. One current employee called the Hoka Clifton 9 Shoes 'a game changer,' adding that 'they're like walking on marshmallows from rope drop to fireworks.' They're lightweight, ultra-cushioned, and surprisingly supportive for long days on your feet. The Bondi 9 shoes are the second most popular Hoka pick among Disney employees. Fans say this version feels lighter than previous Hoka Bondi styles while still delivering plush support and a bit of extra lift, perfect for all-day wear, whether you're working a shift or hitting every park in one day. If you want a high cushion without bulk, the Hoka Rincon 4 is a standout, according to Disney employees. Designed with soft, springy foam and a snug fit, this ultra-light trainer is ideal for long walking days. Bonus: The breathable upper and sleek silhouette make it a stylish choice beyond the parks, too. With built-in stability and cushioned support, the Hoka Arahi 7 is a favorite among cast members who log serious steps. One park regular noted they hit 17,000 steps in these and still felt great. Amazon carries them in six color options—so whether you want to go neutral or bold, there's a pair for you. You might not think of Nike Air Force 1s as theme park shoes, but they're a quiet favorite among cast members. The classic style features Nike's signature lightweight air cushioning and a streamlined look that works just as well with Minnie Mouse ears as it will with jeans and a tee back home. While Asics might fly under the radar, plenty of Disney insiders swear by them, particularly the Gel-Nimbus 26s. One former cast member said, 'I averaged 25,000 to 35,000 steps per shift. These lasted longer than my Skechers and were lighter than most other options I tried.' The Gel-Nimbus 26 delivers soft cushioning and stability without extra weight. The Asics Gel-Cumulus 25 is a great option if you want a well-cushioned shoe without the premium price tag. One Amazon reviewer said they rival $200 shoes in comfort. With a smooth ride and breathable build, these sneakers are ideal for long walks and everyday wear alike. The latest version of Brooks' popular Adrenaline GTS 24 stability shoe is also this year's pick for the brand's DisneyRun collection. With nitrogen-infused foam and a GuideRails support system, these are built for comfort, stability, and high mileage—perfect for marathon park days. The Pegasus 41 is one of Nike's most beloved shoes for good reason. This latest version features a breathable upper and new ReactX foam for a more energy-returning, springy ride. Dual Air Zoom units add even more bounce, making them a great option for full days of walking (and snapping Disney pics for your Instagram). The New Balance 327 offers a great blend of comfort and style, especially if you're not used to being on your feet all day. A lightweight upper and grippy outsole make these breathable and great for hikes, too. One reviewer even wore them to an all-day golf tournament and said they felt amazing. Spotting On Cloud shoes at Disney parks has become common, and the Cloud 6 style is one of the most-worn styles. The newest version features a roomier step-in, a better heel fit, and the same signature cloud-like cushioning. They're comfy, supportive, and easy to wear straight from the teacups to a fireworks show, and dinner after. Love a great deal? Sign up for our T+L Recommends newsletter and we'll send you our favorite travel products each week.
Gulf Insider
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Gulf Insider
Disney On Ice To Debut At EWB As Part Of Bahrain Summer Season 2025
The Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority (BTEA), in collaboration with Beyon Al Dana Theatre, will host Disney On Ice at Exhibition World Bahrain from August 12 – 17, as part of the Bahrain Summer Season 2025. The live family entertainment show will feature iconic Disney characters including Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, Goofy, Moana, Cinderella, Frozen, Beauty and the Beast, Marigold, and Coco, offering audiences of all ages a memorable on-ice performance. The event forms part of the Kingdom of Bahrain's efforts to diversify its tourism offerings in line with the 2022 – 2026 Tourism Strategy, positioning the Kingdom as a key summer destination in the region. It aims to enhance the summer events calendar with high-profile entertainment that appeals to residents, citizens, and GCC families. Tickets will be available online from May 29 via For further details on Bahrain Summer Season 2025 and related events, follow @ on social media or visit Additional information on concerts and events is available via Source Bahrain News Agency
The Sun
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Mickey Mouse and Team Spidey swing into Southeast Asia for Disney Jr.'s first-ever regional tour
DISNEY Jr. is bringing the magic of its most popular characters to Southeast Asian stages for the first time with 'Disney Jr. Live On Tour: Let's Play!' — an immersive concert experience that promises to delight young fans and their families across the region. The tour will make six spectacular stops from July through October 2025, visiting Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, the Philippines, and Thailand. Families can expect to see fan-favorite characters including Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Ariel the Little Mermaid, and the Puppy Dog Pals, alongside newcomers Ginny and Bitsy from 'SuperKitties' and Team Spidey from 'Marvel's Spidey and his Amazing Friends' — marking their first-ever appearance in Southeast Asia. A Playdate Gone Wrong, Made Right The show's storyline centers around Mickey Mouse planning the ultimate playdate for his friends at the Clubhouse. When mysterious green weather threatens to spoil the fun, Team Spidey swings into action to save both the day and the playdate. The production features singing, dancing, dazzling 3D visuals, and exciting acrobatics that create a fully immersive experience for audiences. Fans can look forward to hearing hit songs from their favorite Disney Jr. series, including 'Hot Dog' from 'Mickey Mouse Clubhouse,' 'Oopsie Kitty' from 'SuperKitties,' and 'Do the Spidey' from 'Marvel's Spidey and his Amazing Friends.' From U.S. Success to Global Expansion 'After delighting audiences across the U.S. and making its official international debut in London, we are excited to share this magical production with families throughout Southeast Asia,' said Jonathan Shank, producer at Terrapin Station Entertainment. The tour represents a significant expansion for Disney Jr.'s live entertainment offerings, targeting preschoolers aged 2-7 and their families — a demographic that has embraced the brand's signature blend of magic, music, adventure, and heart. Tour Dates and Locations The Southeast Asian tour schedule includes: Jakarta, Indonesia: August 1-3, 2025 Bekasi, Indonesia: August 8-10, 2025 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia: August 29 – September 1, 2025 Singapore: September 5-7, 2025 Manila, Philippines: September 19-28, 2025 Bangkok, Thailand: October 23-26, 2025 Nicolás Renna, CEO of Proactiv Entertainment, the tour's regional partner, expressed enthusiasm about the collaboration: 'We are thrilled to be bringing world-class family entertainment to the Southeast Asia region. This show promises to create unforgettable memories and is a joyful way to spend family time in 2025!' Families can find more information and updates by visiting or following the tour on social media using #DisneyJrTour. The tour represents a major milestone for Disney Jr.'s expansion into live entertainment across Southeast Asia, offering families in the region their first opportunity to experience the brand's beloved characters in an interactive, theatrical setting.
The Sun
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Disney Jr. Live Tour Debuts in Southeast Asia 2025
DISNEY Jr. is bringing the magic of its most popular characters to Southeast Asian stages for the first time with 'Disney Jr. Live On Tour: Let's Play!' — an immersive concert experience that promises to delight young fans and their families across the region. The tour will make six spectacular stops from July through October 2025, visiting Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, the Philippines, and Thailand. Families can expect to see fan-favorite characters including Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Ariel the Little Mermaid, and the Puppy Dog Pals, alongside newcomers Ginny and Bitsy from 'SuperKitties' and Team Spidey from 'Marvel's Spidey and his Amazing Friends' — marking their first-ever appearance in Southeast Asia. A Playdate Gone Wrong, Made Right The show's storyline centers around Mickey Mouse planning the ultimate playdate for his friends at the Clubhouse. When mysterious green weather threatens to spoil the fun, Team Spidey swings into action to save both the day and the playdate. The production features singing, dancing, dazzling 3D visuals, and exciting acrobatics that create a fully immersive experience for audiences. Fans can look forward to hearing hit songs from their favorite Disney Jr. series, including 'Hot Dog' from 'Mickey Mouse Clubhouse,' 'Oopsie Kitty' from 'SuperKitties,' and 'Do the Spidey' from 'Marvel's Spidey and his Amazing Friends.' From U.S. Success to Global Expansion 'After delighting audiences across the U.S. and making its official international debut in London, we are excited to share this magical production with families throughout Southeast Asia,' said Jonathan Shank, producer at Terrapin Station Entertainment. The tour represents a significant expansion for Disney Jr.'s live entertainment offerings, targeting preschoolers aged 2-7 and their families — a demographic that has embraced the brand's signature blend of magic, music, adventure, and heart. Tour Dates and Locations The Southeast Asian tour schedule includes: Jakarta, Indonesia: August 1-3, 2025 Bekasi, Indonesia: August 8-10, 2025 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia: August 29 – September 1, 2025 Singapore: September 5-7, 2025 Manila, Philippines: September 19-28, 2025 Bangkok, Thailand: October 23-26, 2025 Nicolás Renna, CEO of Proactiv Entertainment, the tour's regional partner, expressed enthusiasm about the collaboration: 'We are thrilled to be bringing world-class family entertainment to the Southeast Asia region. This show promises to create unforgettable memories and is a joyful way to spend family time in 2025!' Families can find more information and updates by visiting or following the tour on social media using #DisneyJrTour. The tour represents a major milestone for Disney Jr.'s expansion into live entertainment across Southeast Asia, offering families in the region their first opportunity to experience the brand's beloved characters in an interactive, theatrical setting.
Scottish Sun
24-05-2025
- Scottish Sun
My grandad used sick ‘Minnie Mouse game' to sexually abuse me from age 5… monster stole my childhood but I made him pay
Evil Melvin Denton told Disney-obsessed Jasmin Flint not to tell anyone as 'they'd want to play too' PURE EVIL My grandad used sick 'Minnie Mouse game' to sexually abuse me from age 5… monster stole my childhood but I made him pay Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) LIKE most little girls, Jasmin Flint was Disney-obsessed, getting lost in the magical world of her favourite princesses. She'd spend hours watching fairytale films like Beauty and the Beast, along with her younger sister and mum. 6 Jasmin Flint was sexually abused by her step-grandad from the age of five Credit: HotSpot Media 6 She and her sister were huge Disney fans and loved the cartoon characters Credit: HotSpot Media 6 Melvin Denton used a sick 'Minnie and Mickey' game to abuse Jasmin Credit: HotSpot Media Their home was filled with film memorabilia, with Jasmin's step-grandad, Melvin Denton, often treating the girls to second-hand Disney gifts. But when she was five, Denton preyed on her innocent love for the popular fictional characters in a sick plot. Under the guise of playing a game of "Minnie and Mickey", he sexually abused Jasmin for his own perverted pleasure for three years at her nan's home. Twenty four years on, in September 2021, mum-of-three Jasmin finally found the courage to report him to police after bumping into her abuser in a supermarket. Last month, the 79-year-old predator was jailed for ten years for four counts of gross indecency and five counts of indecent assault with a child under 14. Knowing Melvin will die behind bars gives me some comfort Jasmin Jasmin, from Lincolnshire, says: 'Knowing Melvin will die behind bars gives me some comfort. 'But I hate anything Disney now. I won't let my children wear anything character-themed and barely let them out of my sight. 'Melvin preyed on me in the wickedest way by exploiting my love for innocent children's characters. 'He's a monster.' My childhood abuser walked free -Life stories As a child, Denton was her dad's stepdad, but she called him Grandad and doted on him. While her younger sister stayed home with her mum, Jasmin spent every weekend at the home he shared with her nana. She remembers: 'They spoiled me and would often buy me new CDs and let me watch TV until late. 'Nana would cook me any dinner I liked, too.' But everything changed when Jasmin turned five. Twisted game Jasmin recalls: 'One night, he took me into his bedroom and asked if I wanted to play a game of Mickey and Minnie. 'I was so excited and agreed.' 6 Jasmin says that she had no understanding of what was happening and believed it was a game Credit: HotSpot Media 6 It wasn't until she reached high school that she realised she had been sexually abused Credit: HotSpot Media With that, Denton ushered Jasmin to sit on his lap so he could carry out his sick abuse. She added: 'He was laughing, so I thought it was fun and was happy to play. 'Afterwards, he stopped and told me it was a secret and not to tell anyone as they'd want to play too. I agreed.' From then on, every weekend, during bedtime, while her nana was watching TV downstairs, Denton played the "game". The following year, when Jasmin was aged six, her nana came home and disturbed Denton while he was carrying out the sick abuse. Jasmin explains: 'Nana had come back early from church and when the door went, Melvin bolted up. 'As he went downstairs to greet my nana, I followed him. 'Before she saw me he barked at me to go and get dressed.' Then, when she turned seven, the abuse became more aggressive. Jasmin says: 'I started to cry as a massive burning pain shot through me. 'In agony, I told him I didn't want to carry on so he tucked me in bed, kissing me goodnight.' 'My life began to spiral' The following year, aged eight, Jasmin suddenly stopped seeing Denton. She says: 'One day, Mum said I wasn't going back to theirs. 'I was devastated and missed playing Minnie and Mickey. 'I blamed her for breaking up the family.' It wasn't until years later, when Jasmin turned 13, during school she realised she'd been abused. 'I confided in a friend about what had happened but she seemed to think it was normal,' Jasmin says. 'That's when my life began to spiral. 'I began skipping school and I rebelled against my mum - our relationship was very strained.' Aged 19, she had her daughter which Jasmin credits for getting her life back on track. She says: 'Having her saved me. But I hated people touching or kissing her. 'I was fiercely protective of her.' Then, in August 2018, she met her now partner and they had a little girl together before going on to have another in August 2021. That month, she was in the supermarket with her mum and younger daughters when she bumped into Denton. While he didn't speak to Jasmin, he clearly recognised her and smirked. Panicked, she raced to the bathroom. She says: 'I was hysterical and couldn't breathe. 'It took me 15 minutes to gather myself.' That night Jasmin finally confessed to her mum all about Denton's abuse. Melvin was a real-life villain and I'll never forgive him for stealing my childhood away Jasmin Flint Her mum was totally supportive and encouraged her to report him, but Jasmin wasn't ready. The following month, after suffering numerous panic attacks and nightmares, she plucked up the courage to phone the police. She gave a video statement and Denton was arrested. Three years later, she took the stand at Grimsby Crown Court to give evidence against him. Denton was found guilty of multiple sexual offences against Jasmin and jailed for ten years. Jasmin says: 'Melvin tried to control me until the very end. Delaying his sentencing four times by claiming he was ill. 'But I was determined not to let him win. 'Now I have justice. I want others to know they can too. 'It's a hard process but it's worth it. 'Melvin was a real-life villain and I'll never forgive him for stealing my childhood away.'
