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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 Mickey Mouse Change, Coming in 2026

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Mickey Mouse has always been the heart of Walt Disney World. No matter how many new attractions, lands, or characters arrive, the famous mouse remains the face of the entire resort. From meet-and-greets on Main Street, U.S.A. to stage shows across the parks, Mickey continues to evolve with every generation of guests. That evolution is about to continue again. Disney ...

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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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