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As Hurricane Milton wreaks havoc across Florida, Disneyland Resort in Orlando finds itself at the center of a storm of a different kind. Amid the chaos of power outages, extensive damage, and tragic losses, Disney’s attempt at a goodwill gesture has left some guests and netizens scratching their heads.
The Category 3 storm has resulted in massive power outages affecting 3.4 million residents while causing at least 14 fatalities. In this turmoil, Disneyland guests in Orlando found themselves stranded, but Disney wanted to help ease their plight by providing “sandwich kits” consisting of peanut butter, jelly, a loaf of bread, and utensils — all for $10. Intended as a convenient solution, the move quickly sparked backlash when stranded guests realized the kits weren’t free.
A video showcasing the kits posted by “Disney Mama” Alyssa Sprake on TikTok went viral, amassing millions of views. While Sprake initially lauded the initiative, reactions in the comments indicated mixed feelings. “It should be free,” one commenter declared, encapsulating the sentiment of many who were surprised by the charge. Another user said, “The fact that they are charging for sandwiches right now is WILD.”
However, not everyone was displeased. A few defended the pricing, asserting that during such crises, paying for groceries isn’t unusual. “Why is everyone saying it should be free? If these people were home they would have to pay for groceries during the storm,” one commenter pointed out. Meanwhile, Business Insider reported that Disney also offered a 40% discount on accommodation and reduced meal prices at their restaurants for those stranded during the disaster.
So, what do you think? Should the sandwiches have been free, or is Disney’s gesture still a reasonable solution? Share your thoughts in the comments below and join the conversation!
Source: Maira Butt
