As a 22-year-old "Disney adult," I was thrilled to plan a trip to Disneyland to celebrate the return of character hugs post-COVID. (Photo: Casey Clark) I've been visiting Disney Parks multiple times a ...

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If there’s anything that can heal your inner child, it’s watching compilations online of kids hugging their favorite characters at Disneyland. They really get you every time, but if you look closely, ...

It’s been two years since Disneyland visitors have been able to hug Winnie the Pooh, high five Chip and Dale or strike a royal pose with Cinderella as Disney characters continue to maintain a safe ...

FILE - Costumed Cinderella greets a young guest at an event marking the inclusion of Disney's "Cinderella" into the National Film Registry on its 70th anniversary, June 20, 2019 at the Library of ...

Guests no longer have to stay away from Mickey. “That personal, one-on-one interaction may be the most powerful offering that the Walt Disney Company has.” By Brooks Barnes ANAHEIM, Calif. — As the ...