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A frequent visitor of Walt Disney World Resort and Universal Orlando Resort, Andrew will likely be found freefalling on Twilight Zone Tower of Terror or enjoying Pirates of the Caribbean. Over at Universal, he'll be taking in the thrills of the Jurassic World Velocicoaster and Revenge of the Mummy.

Universal Orlando Is Taking Away Another Original Attraction, Leaving Just One Major Survivor

Rotating globe with the Universal Studios logo, under a clear blue sky, welcoming visitors to an adventurous theme park experience.

Universal Orlando Resort is preparing to say goodbye to another longtime attraction, and this particular closure marks the end of an important chapter in the theme park’s history. Over the years, Universal Studios Florida has undergone some major transformations. Attractions that once helped define the park have disappeared, making room for newer experiences, updated technology, and entirely different entertainment offerings. ...

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Official: Disney Makes Fantasyland Replacement Possible at Magic Kingdom

Vibrant carousel spinning near Sleeping Beauty Castle at Disneyland, all under a clear blue sky.

Walt Disney World has spent much of 2026 making changes throughout Magic Kingdom, and another familiar area of the park is getting some attention. From major attraction refurbishments to smaller improvements that guests might overlook, Disney continues working to refresh several sections of its most popular theme park. Credit: Disney Tomorrowland has already experienced significant changes, while Fantasyland has also ...

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Disney World’s Most Expensive Hotels Have One Problem Nobody Wants to Talk About

Polynesian-style bungalows and the Great Ceremonial House at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort.

Staying at one of Walt Disney World’s most expensive hotels sounds like the ultimate vacation experience. Beautiful rooms, impressive pools, convenient transportation, and some of the best locations on Disney property make these resorts incredibly appealing. But there’s one problem that doesn’t always get enough attention when families start planning their vacations. Credit: Scott Smith, Flickr What happens when you’re ...

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Disney World Has Lost Some of Its Greatest Attractions — These 7 Deserve Another Chance

Mickey and Minnie Mouse posing together at Disney World.

Walt Disney World has spent more than five decades creating unforgettable attractions, themed lands, and experiences that families continue talking about years after their vacations. But not everything Disney creates gets to stick around forever. Over the years, the company has permanently closed some of its most beloved attractions to make room for new rides, updated technology, and massive expansions. ...

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Disney World Officially Closes Area, Abandons Original EPCOT Vision

Spaceship Earth at Epcot.

Walt Disney World is making another major change to EPCOT, and this time, the company is walking away from a feature that was supposed to help define the park’s future. After years of problems, repeated repairs, and temporary closures, Disney has begun permanently removing a major part of World Celebration’s original design. What was once promoted as an exciting addition ...

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Universal Confirms 3 Attractions and Entire Theme Park Will Close in October

Guest at the Universal Orlando globe.

October is one of the busiest times of the year at Universal Orlando Resort, but guests visiting this month will find several experiences missing from their plans. Between Halloween Horror Nights, fall vacations, and the usual rush of visitors heading to Orlando, October can bring plenty of excitement. Unfortunately, it can also bring attraction closures, and Universal has several significant ...

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Disney World Preparing to Shut Down Popular Roller Coaster After 20 Years

Castle of Magical Dreams at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort

One of Walt Disney World’s most popular roller coasters is facing some major changes, and guests planning a visit to Disney’s Animal Kingdom may want to pay attention. Expedition Everest – Legend of the Forbidden Mountain has been a favorite among thrill seekers for years. Between its backward drop, towering mountain, and terrifying encounter with the legendary Yeti, the attraction ...

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Walt Disney World Eliminates Free Guest Perk, Days After New Price Hikes

Entrance sign to Walt Disney World with a blue and gold design, featuring the phrase "The Most Magical Place on Earth." The sky is partly cloudy, and trees are visible in the background.

Walt Disney World guests are getting hit from just about every direction when it comes to vacation costs, and Disney’s latest decision is giving some of its most loyal fans another reason to be frustrated. Just days after introducing another round of price increases across its Florida resort, Disney has eliminated a longtime discount that helped certain guests save money ...

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Universal Issues Islands of Adventure Replacement After 27 Years

Universal’s Islands of Adventure logo sign at the park entrance.

Universal Orlando Resort appears ready to move on from one of the last pieces of the original Islands of Adventure. The question is what, exactly, comes next. For months, attention has centered on Lost Continent, the once-expansive land that has gradually lost nearly everything that made it a destination. Construction walls, demolition, and other changes have only fueled speculation that ...

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