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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.

Disney Park Replaces Princess Belle in Controversial Theme Park Decision

Akershus Belle and Child

If you’ve spent any time on X (formerly Twitter) lately, you might have noticed Disney fans sharing some unusual — and downright hilarious — screenshots from their My Disney Experience app. Characters in the app are apparently swapping identities, leading to mash-ups that look like something straight out of a Disney fever dream. From Belle suddenly turning into Tramp, to ...

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Pirates of the Caribbean Expansion Will Require Guests to Clear Extra Entry Measure

Disney Pirates of the Caribbean Jack Sparrow animatronic

The Beak and Barrel saga continues—and it’s already one for the Disney history books. What should have been a straightforward dining reservation launch has turned into a multi-act adventure worthy of the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise itself. After the initial rollout collapsed under overwhelming demand last week, Walt Disney World is preparing to try again tonight. But this time, ...

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Disney Resort Guests No Longer Allowed to Walk Right Into Disney Springs

Signage for Disney Springs

For decades, Walt Disney World and Disneyland have been synonymous with immersive entertainment, thrilling rides, and a strong emphasis on guest safety. One of the most visible ways Disney ensures this safety is through its comprehensive security checks. From metal detectors to bag inspections, guests entering the parks can expect a thorough screening process. Even Disney’s shopping and dining districts, ...

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REPORT: Disney to Close EPCOT In October, Guests Rescheduled to Animal Kingdom

Animal kingdom Park entrance

Walt Disney World’s Extended Evening Hours perk just got a surprising shake-up, and it’s one that longtime fans of Disney’s Animal Kingdom have been waiting years to see. According to the latest calendar update, Animal Kingdom will host Extended Evening Hours on Monday, October 27, 2025, swapping out EPCOT’s usual Monday night spot for a rare nighttime event at the ...

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Walt Disney’s Original Haunted Mansion Gone Day After Legendary Actor Tragically Passes Away

An eerie, moonlit night at a grand, haunted mansion, complete with an abandoned carriage out front.

Something eerie — and festive — has taken place overnight at Disneyland Park. Guests arriving this morning were met with an unmistakable sight: the Haunted Mansion Holiday overlay has officially appeared, seemingly materializing out of nowhere. Overnight, the stately New Orleans Square mansion transformed into Jack Skellington’s playground, adorned with garlands of jack-o’-lanterns, twisted wreaths, and a foreboding presence of ...

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Disney World Confirms Fate of Pirates of the Caribbean After Theme Park Cancelation

Concept art for The Beak and Barrel, a family-friendly lounge inspired by Pirates of the Caribbean coming to Walt Disney World in 2025

After last week’s false start, Disney has officially confirmed a new reservation date for The Beak and Barrel, the highly anticipated pirate-themed tavern opening inside Magic Kingdom later this month. Beginning Tuesday, August 20 at 6:00 a.m. ET, guests will finally be able to book their seats at the park’s first-ever alcohol-serving lounge — a moment that is already shaping ...

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LAST CHANCE: Disney’s Premiere Pixar Attraction to End Operations Tomorrow

Disney Cars ride on the Disneyland Resort

If you’ve been waiting to take one more lap around Ornament Valley, today is the day to make it happen. Starting tomorrow, Radiator Springs Racers at Disney California Adventure will close for a multi-week refurbishment, making today the final opportunity to experience the beloved Cars Land attraction before the construction walls go up. Credit: Disney This isn’t just another quick ...

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‘Wednesday’ Lead Jenna Ortega’s Wardrobe Slip-Up Coincides With Major Casting Shift

A girl with long black braided hair and dark clothing stares intensely at the camera while holding up a black object, with a blurred group of people standing in the background outdoors.

Jenna Ortega’s goth glam fashion streak continues — but not without a hitch. Credit: Warner Bros. The Wednesday actress, currently deep into the Season 2 press tour for Netflix’s smash hit series, made a highly anticipated stop in Seoul to meet with fans. She stunned in a black patent leather crocodile-embossed dress from Dilara Findikoglu’s autumn/winter 2025 collection — a ...

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