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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 Pulls Major Discount After Charging Guests Thousands

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If you’re a Magic Key holder planning to dine at Great Maple inside Disneyland’s Pixar Place Hotel, there’s a weekend surprise you’re not going to love. Multiple guests are now reporting that the popular modern-American eatery no longer honors Magic Key discounts on weekends, a policy shift that’s catching even longtime Disney fans off guard. Here’s what we know—and what ...

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Families Heading on Vacation Evacuated After Jet Ignites on Runway: Is Disney Safe to Visit?

A smoky airport scene with people near a plane, overlaid with a circular image of a Disney parade featuring a large dragon float and spectators in front of a castle.

On July 26, 2025, American Airlines Flight 3023, a Boeing 737 MAX 8 destined for Miami, experienced a serious mechanical failure during takeoff at Denver International Airport. With 173 passengers and six crew members on board, the pilots detected a landing gear or tire malfunction, triggering a loud bang and emergency braking operation. The aircraft halted, smoke and flames appeared near ...

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Disney Charges $400+ for No Air Conditioning Amid Record-Breaking Heatwave

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The magic may be fading for some Disney guests—at least if you ask those who recently stayed at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort. One visitor took to Reddit this week to share a deeply frustrating experience that sparked a broader conversation about Disney World’s rising prices and falling standards. The guest, who had reserved a room at Caribbean Beach—a “Moderate” tier ...

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Disneyland Paris Officially Files for Demolition, Golden Arches Will Fall

A vibrant scene at a Disney theme park features a fairytale castle with blue and pink towers. People are seen walking and enjoying the sunny day. Inset is a McDonald's drive-thru sign. The juxtaposition forces an element of modern commercialism into the magical setting, blending fantasy with reality.

Disney Village at Disneyland Paris is in the midst of a total transformation, and now, one of its most recognizable and beloved fast-food fixtures is officially on the chopping block. The longtime McDonald’s restaurant—famous for its Italian Commedia dell’arte theming and iconic golden arches—is slated for demolition following a permit filed on July 23, 2025, according to DLP Works on ...

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Disneyland Activates All-New Entry Procedure, Guests Undergo New Security Protocol

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A small change at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa may be signaling a much-needed shift in the way Disneyland Resort handles security. Guests entering the park through the hotel’s private entrance now have access to a designated line for those without bags—a change that has already caught the attention of regular parkgoers and sparked a larger conversation about efficiency ...

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Disney World Now a $5,000 Homeschool Classroom for the Wealthy

Disney's Animal Kingdom

For some families, education is best served with a side of pixie dust. A rising trend among homeschooling parents—particularly mothers—is transforming Walt Disney World into more than just a magical vacation destination. It’s becoming the classroom. From EPCOT’s cultural pavilions to Animal Kingdom’s walking trails, more and more families are using the parks as hands-on learning environments multiple times a ...

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