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In the aftermath of the Wall Street Journal report, Disney finds itself in damage control mode, facing criticism for its relentless price hikes. The article indicates that since 2019, the cost of a four-day vacation for a family of four has surged by more than $11,000, with close to 80% of that increase attributed to new service fees that were once included. The transition from the free FastPass system to the paid Lightning Lane exemplifies this trend—guests now either pay extra for convenience or face long wait times in line.