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Author Archives: Alessia Dunn

Orlando theme park lover who loves thrills and theming, with a side of entertainment. You can often catch me at Disney or Universal sipping a cocktail, or crying during Happily Ever After or Fantasmic.

Disney World Price Surge: Theme Park Adds 15% Punishment to Your Wallet

Mickey Mouse dressed in a purple and orange Halloween costume, featuring a top hat and a cape, stands outside, smiling and striking a pose. The background is a blurred, illuminated theme park setting, possibly at night.

Walt Disney World’s beloved Halloween tradition is returning this fall, but for many fans, the scariest part of Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party isn’t the villains or ghosts—it’s the price of admission. Following the event’s official date announcement, Disney has revealed pricing details for the 2025 party season, and the jump is enough to make even the most devoted Disney guest ...

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Disney’s Global Empire Faces Lethal Trouble: What Went Wrong This “Failing” Quarter?

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As domestic parks post solid growth, Disney’s international resorts are showing worrying signs of decline—just as the company announces a brand-new theme park venture in Abu Dhabi. Could this ambitious move backfire? Domestic Strength vs. International Struggle Disney Parks & Experiences delivered a 13% increase in domestic operating income in the second quarter of fiscal 2025, rising from $1.6 billion ...

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Disneyland Adds New Entry Policy for Millions, Rules Now Public

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There’s nothing like that first step into Disneyland—the music, the excitement, the buzz of Main Street U.S.A. But before you grab a churro or head to your favorite ride, you’ll first notice that something at the gates has changed: Disneyland and Disney California Adventure have overhauled their entry process. Where You’ll Enter (and How That’s Changed) Both parks still share ...

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Trump Just Declared War on Hollywood, Disney Will Pay the Price

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In a bold and controversial move, President Trump announced plans to implement a 100% tariff on all movies produced outside of the U.S., rattling the entertainment industry and sending shockwaves through global film markets. Major studios, including The Walt Disney Company and Comcast (owner of Universal Pictures), saw their stock prices tumble in response, raising fresh concerns about the future ...

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Closure List Revealed: Reschedule Your Disney World Vacation This Week

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As Walt Disney World Resort continues its phased transformation across all four parks and beyond, guests visiting the week of May 4–11, 2025, should be aware of several scheduled and ongoing closures. From major ride refurbishments to shifting dining options, here’s a comprehensive look at what’s paused, what’s permanent, and what’s coming soon. EPCOT Test Track has officially gone offline ...

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Disney Now Subtly Forcing Guests to Spend $100 Minimum When Online Shopping

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If you’ve been planning a shopping spree on DisneyStore.com, take note—the threshold to qualify for free shipping just got higher. New Free Shipping Minimum: $99 As of this week, Disney Store has officially increased the minimum spend required to receive free standard shipping. Previously, customers who spent $75 or more could enter the promotional code SHIPMAGIC at checkout and have ...

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