Disneyland is commonly referred to as one of the most magical places on earth by pretty much everyone who visits it. The park is full of amazing attractions, rides, Disney characters, and different types of entertainment that young and old people can enjoy equally.
Even though it might seem exceptionally perfect, every place holds secrets. What’s interesting is that a former employee who worked at four of the Disney parks decided to reveal as much as possible about what actually goes on behind the scenes.
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The most interesting thing about Disney World is how many visitors it seems to get. It’s estimated that nearly 48.77 million folks visit the parks every year, making it one of the most popular global tourist destinations. People tend to travel to it from all across the world, but a majority of its visitors are folks from the United States.
There are so many reasons why people are hooked on visiting the parks. One of the biggest selling points for it is nostalgia, and that’s why people who grew up watching Disney movies connect with the parks in a big way. There are also so many sights to see that a person can spend an entire day taking them all in.
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All of the Disney parks combined have more than 77k cast members working in them. Their role is to create the best and most fun experience possible for all visitors. From operating the rides to managing food stalls or playing roles as certain characters, these workers do just about everything.
A wonderful thing about Disney parks is that they want to create a more inclusive work environment for their staff by giving them more flexibility in the way they present themselves. This includes things like their costume, hair, nails, and other personalizations that they want. This would help cast members to show up as their most authentic selves every day.
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Although most Disney employees seem to love their work and their interactions with guests, there are a few things about their jobs that still need to be improved. According to a large survey of workers, their hourly pay is often less than $15. It also seems like around 13% of employees are paid even less than that and get $11 an hour.
Some workers have issues with not just the pay scale but also the work schedule. More than half of the employees with young children struggle to care for their families because of the erratic schedules they have to endure. These circumstances make it tough for Disney workers to maintain a proper balance between their work and their lives.
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One of the reasons why people flock to Disney World is because of how the place and the people make them feel. The rides, cast members, shops, and food items are all centered around storytelling, and that’s exactly what connects to people’s emotions. People who visit the parks often get immersed in the fairytale-ness of the place as soon as they get there.
It is wonderful to experience that joy with one’s loved ones and family members. This quality of Disney parks is exactly what employees like about it. Since it’s their job to make people feel jolly, those skills become valuable in other areas of life as well. That’s why many top companies look to hire former Disney cast members, especially because of their expertise in customer satisfaction.
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If you’re an avid Disney lover and someone who regularly makes a trip to the parks, some of these secrets may shock you. Although it may not be the picture-perfect place everyone makes it out to be, it still creates a magical experience for every single visitor. That feeling of joy and wonder is a dire need in today’s world! Don’t you think?
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