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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.

Walt Disney World May Be Permanently Removing Easter Celebration in 2026

Walt Disney World's characters at Magic Kingdom

Spring is usually one of the most charming times to visit Walt Disney World. Between the warmer weather, blooming gardens, and seasonal treats, the resort leans into the lighter side of the year. For many Disney fans, Easter has quietly become one of those seasonal traditions worth experiencing—especially at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. But 2026 may bring an ...

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The 2026 Banned List: 7 Items Disney Security Is Now Rejecting at the Front Gate

A security guard checks a bag at an outdoor checkpoint as people wait in line; a woman holding a drink stands by, and several people are in the background under a canopy on a sunny day.

Anyone who visits Walt Disney World regularly knows that the security checkpoint has slowly evolved over the years. What used to be a quick bag check has become a sophisticated operation involving scanners, trained security teams, and clearly posted rules about what guests can and cannot bring into the parks. Most of the time, the process is smooth. Guests walk ...

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Walt Disney World Confirms Cost-Saving Removals from EPCOT Ride

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Walt Disney World is always evolving. Attractions receive updates, seasonal overlays change throughout the year, and festivals bring new decorations and experiences to the parks. At EPCOT in particular, longtime fans have grown used to seeing classic rides receive special touches during major events like the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival. Sometimes those updates are exciting additions. Other times, ...

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Frontierland Demolition Confirmed: Disney Permanently Removing Location from Magic Kingdom

Magic Kingdom's Frontierland Shootin' Arcade

Change has become the new normal at Magic Kingdom. Over the past few years, Walt Disney World has steadily reshaped parts of the park, sometimes with bold announcements and other times through quieter operational shifts that fans only notice after the fact. Frontierland now finds itself at the center of that transformation. What was once one of the park’s most ...

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EPCOT Downgrades Flower & Garden Festival, Confirms 2026 Cuts

Disney Topiary at Festival of the Arts

Spring has officially arrived at Walt Disney World, and with it comes one of EPCOT’s most beloved seasonal traditions. The EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival has long been the park’s celebration of color, nature, food, and live entertainment. Guests flock to the park every year to admire intricate topiaries, taste seasonal dishes, and enjoy a lively atmosphere that feels ...

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Alert: Walt Disney World Cuts Top Lightning Lane Passes by 25% Overnight

Slinky Dog Dash races through lush Toy Story Land, twisting beneath a sunny sky at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Walt Disney World.

Walt Disney World guests planning a trip to Disney’s Hollywood Studios just experienced a quiet but meaningful change — one that could significantly affect how visitors strategize their park day. Without a major announcement or splashy update, Disney has effectively reduced the number of Tier-1 Lightning Lane attractions at the park by 25%, reshaping how guests use one of the ...

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Pull the Lever! Disney Reveals ‘Emperor’s New Groove’ Coaster for Magic Kingdom

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Walt Disney World may be on the verge of delivering one of the most unexpected ride concepts Magic Kingdom has seen in years — and it’s coming straight out of The Emperor’s New Groove (2000). According to new reports from Discussing Film and The Wrap, fresh details about Disney’s upcoming Villains Land have surfaced. And if they’re accurate, this expansion ...

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The 4 Specific Weeks to Save $1,250 on Your 2026 Disney World Vacation

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If you’ve priced out a Walt Disney World trip lately, you already know how quickly the numbers climb. Between tickets, resort rates, and dining plans, a standard five-night vacation can feel like it snowballs before you even add airfare. But 2026 presents a rare opportunity. There are four specific weeks when Disney pricing softens in a meaningful way — not ...

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