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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.

Paywall Added for Mickey and Minnie Mouse Meet and Greet at Disney World in 2026

Mickey and Minnie at Disney

Disney Vacation Club (DVC) members have reason to plan ahead: Disney has officially confirmed that the Membership Magic Beyond perk will return in 2026 — and with it comes a brand new, members‑only character meet & greet with Mickey and Minnie in travel‑themed costumes. Credit: Inside the Magic What Is Membership Magic Beyond? Membership Magic Beyond is an optional benefits ...

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Following Government Airline Service Suspension, Affordable Airline Cut Flight Routes

A yellow Spirit Airlines plane flies low above a colorful Disney castle against a bright blue sky with clouds.

If you’re one of the many families who rely on low-cost airlines to make your dream Disney vacation a reality, you might want to check your flight plans—Spirit Airlines just dropped another round of routes, and it’s hitting budget travelers hard. Credit: elisfkc2, Flickr Starting October 2, 2025, Spirit Airlines is pulling out of 11 more U.S. cities, part of ...

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After 54 Years, Disney Will Have 16 Locations, Rides, Hotels and More Closed This Week

If you’re heading to Walt Disney World this October, you’ll want to be fully informed about the latest attraction, resort, and pool closures happening around the property. With refurbishments, permanent shutdowns, and massive overhauls across the parks and resorts, guests could find themselves caught off guard if they don’t check the latest updates. Luckily, we’ve compiled everything you need to ...

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First Known Image Shows Both Epic Universe and EPCOT from One Spot

A scene with two monorail trains—one yellow and one green—passing by on elevated tracks at Disney Transportation and Ticket Center. Below, several people are entering the entrance marked "MONORAIL." Some trees and signage are visible around the area, with a partly cloudy sky above.

It’s not every day that Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando Resort share the spotlight — literally. But thanks to a sharp-eyed photographer and just the right line of sight, fans got an unexpected treat this week: a single snapshot showing both EPCOT and Universal’s new Epic Universe together in one photo, no helicopter required. The image, taken by Orlando-based ...

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Disney Issues Multiple Days of Refunds to Thousands After Weather Plague Persists

An entrance sign to walt disney world, featuring a large blue banner with the park's name in stylized white lettering, flanked by flags, under a clear blue sky with fluffy clouds.

A recent trip report from a Walt Disney World guest has captured the hearts of Disney fans online, highlighting both a once-in-a-lifetime magical moment and the practical generosity Disney has extended during this year’s often rain-soaked Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party (MNSSHP) season. From being honored as Dinosaur’s “first family” to experiencing an unexpected PeopleMover evacuation during a thunderstorm, this guest’s ...

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Disney World Park Unleashes Ultra-Rare Character Experience

Disney's Hollywood Studios

In a move that has thrilled long-time Disney fans and character hunters alike, Disney’s Hollywood Studios has quietly introduced a lineup of rare and classic character meet and greets that many guests haven’t seen outside of ticketed events or parades in years. As of late September 2025, beloved favorites like Pinocchio, Jiminy Cricket, Mary Poppins, and Bert have stepped back ...

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Disney World Ends Multiple Operations Across All Theme Parks, Beginning Now

Walt Disney World's characters at Magic Kingdom

With the final days of summer behind us, Walt Disney World has shifted gears — and seasons — in a big way. As pumpkins line Main Street, U.S.A. and the aroma of apple cider fills the air, the resort’s fall transition is far more than just aesthetic. From character meet-and-greet reshuffles to full-scale land closures and new entertainment procedures, guests ...

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Hundreds Erupt in Hollywood Protest Against Disney CEO Bob Iger Bowing to Donald Trump

A person holds a sign showing a cartoon of Donald Trump pointing at a sad, kneeling Mickey Mouse with "WTF" above them. People and American flags are visible on a city street in the background.

Hundreds of protesters gathered Thursday evening outside the El Capitan Entertainment Centre in Hollywood, where ABC’s Jimmy Kimmel Live! is typically taped. The demonstration was peaceful but unmistakably potent, as protestors waved signs reading “Bob Iger Is Not a Man — He’s a Mouse,” and “Disney Bows to Trump.” Passing cars honked in solidarity, creating a cacophony of support on ...

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