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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.

Disney Confirms New Contemporary Resort Security to Block All Outside Guests

Disney's Contemporary Resort exterior at night

Walt Disney World Resort may finally be taking steps to crack down on one of Magic Kingdom’s most popular unofficial fireworks viewing locations. For years, Disney’s Contemporary Resort has become more than just a Deluxe hotel for overnight guests. Thanks to its location directly beside Magic Kingdom and its elevated fourth-floor observation deck, the resort quietly turned into a nightly ...

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After 18 Years, Disney World Is Rebranding Hollywood Studios Theme Park

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Disney’s Hollywood Studios has had an identity problem for a very long time. When the park first opened in 1989 as Disney-MGM Studios, the concept was incredibly clear. Guests were stepping into the glamor of Hollywood. The park celebrated filmmaking, backlot tours, stunt shows, animation, and the magic behind movie production. It felt like walking through a working studio. But ...

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That “Disney Magic” Missing for 6 Years Has Finally Returned to Disney World

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For years, Disney fans have talked about something feeling different inside the parks. The rides were still there. The fireworks still lit up the sky every night. The snacks, merchandise, and attractions kept expanding. But many longtime visitors felt like something quietly disappeared after the pandemic. The spontaneous magic. Not the scheduled entertainment. Not the Lightning Lane reservations. The real ...

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Disney Store Closes All Access Amid Nationwide Shutdowns, Effective May 24

The Disney Store entrance with vibrant Ratatouille and High School Musical displays welcoming fans to a world of Disney magic.

For years, Disney fans watched as brick-and-mortar Disney Stores slowly disappeared across the United States. Shopping malls began losing major retail chains. Big-name stores shut their doors. Entire shopping centers started feeling emptier than ever as online shopping completely changed the retail landscape. That is why what just happened in Pennsylvania feels so surprising. Credit: Mike Kalasnik, Flickr At a ...

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Disney Confirms Planned Saratoga Springs Resort Closure, Will Last Multiple Months

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Disney World guests planning a stay at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa this summer may want to double-check their dining plans before arriving. Disney has now confirmed a lengthy refurbishment project at one of the resort’s most recognizable dining locations, and parts of the experience will remain unavailable for several months. While refurbishment projects are nothing new at Walt ...

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Disney’s Animal Kingdom Location Increases Prices on Nearly 100% of Items

Entrance to Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park decorated for Christmas.

Disney fans heading to Disney’s Animal Kingdom this summer may want to double-check their dining budgets before sitting down at one of the park’s most popular restaurants. Yak & Yeti Restaurant has quietly rolled out sweeping price increases across almost its entire menu, impacting around 40 different food items. For many longtime Disney guests, Yak & Yeti has become one ...

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Hulu Streaming Soon To Be Terminated as Disney Dissolves Into Disney+

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For years, Hulu and Disney+ operated like two completely separate streaming platforms under the same corporate umbrella. Hulu became the destination for prestige television, FX originals, ABC programming, live TV, and more adult-focused entertainment. Disney+, meanwhile, built its reputation around Marvel, Star Wars, Pixar, Disney Animation, and family content. But over the last two years, Disney has quietly started tearing ...

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Disney Confirms Replacement for ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ After 22 Seasons

Three doctors pose in front of Seattle’s skyline and the Space Needle at dusk, channeling classic Grey’s Anatomy excitement.

For more than two decades, Grey’s Anatomy has somehow survived everything television could throw at it. Cast exits. Behind-the-scenes shakeups. Major character deaths. Streaming changes. Network budget cuts. Even after 22 seasons, the long-running ABC medical drama still refuses to disappear completely. But lately, the signs of change have become harder to ignore. ABC officially renewed Grey’s Anatomy for Season ...

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Disney Confirms France Pavilion Closure at EPCOT, Effective This June

Immerse yourself in a picturesque European-style village, reminiscent of Epcot's charm, with pastel-colored buildings and grey rooftops. The Eiffel Tower graces the clear blue sky, while lush green trees and vintage street lamps complete this enchanting scene.

Something is quietly disappearing inside EPCOT’s World Showcase this summer, and many guests may not even realize it until they walk into the France Pavilion and see the doors closed. Disney has now confirmed that La Signature, the Guerlain fragrance and cosmetics boutique located in the back of the pavilion, will temporarily shut down beginning June 8, 2026. The closure ...

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