Price hikes have moved the Happiest Place on Earth out of reach for many Americans, alienating parkgoers and worrying executives. ”It was really stressful for me thinking all the time about how much we were spending.

The Wall Street Journal has published an article which examines the fear that Disney vacations are now out-priced for many families due to rising costs — an issue that some in the company are concerned about.

In what appears to be a response to the article, Disney issued a statement today defending its pricing strategy. Disney Parks Chairman Josh D’Amaro and CFO Hugh Johnston emphasized that the company offers a range of pricing options to keep visits accessible,