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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.

All Magic Kingdom Rides Offline After Bizarre Worldwide Outage

Magic kingdom crowds on happily ever after finale night

Guests arriving at Magic Kingdom this morning were met with something that’s almost unheard of: every wait time sign across the park had gone dark. Attractions are still operating as normal, but the posted wait times at the physical entrances are currently unavailable — and there are other outages, as well — due to a massive technical disruption tied to ...

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Disney World Confirms 13 Resort-Wide Closures for 2026

If you’re planning a Disney World trip in 2026, there’s some big news you’ll want to know before locking in those resort reservations. Disney has officially confirmed 13 closures and refurbishments that will stretch across multiple properties next year — and they’re not small projects. From pool closures to room renovations to a major transportation downtime, these changes could absolutely ...

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Disney World Set To Change 45% of EPCOT By 2026

Disney Epcot

EPCOT is entering a major transformation phase that’s reshaping nearly half of its ride lineup. With 11 riding attractions currently operating in the park, five of them are either already being updated or confirmed for significant changes by 2026. This means nearly 45% of EPCOT’s attractions will look or feel different in just a year and a half. For longtime ...

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Muppets Fans Are Concerned After Disney’s Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Update

Disney Rock 'n' Roller Coaster

The Muppets are about to step into the spotlight in a big way at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The iconic Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith is officially set to close early next year to make way for Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets — a completely re-themed version of the fan-favorite thrill ride. On paper, that might sound like ...

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Walt Disney World Just Lost 8 Major Attractions at Once

A girl in a red dress happily kisses Mickey Mouse on the nose at Disney, with other visitors and the castle blurred in the background.

It’s a wild week at Walt Disney World. Guests opening the My Disney Experience app right now are seeing something they never want to see on vacation—an unusually long list of closures. In fact, eight major attractions across the parks are currently unavailable, creating ripple effects on crowd patterns, wait times, and guest plans. Some are closed for refurbishment, some ...

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Magic Kingdom’s Big Tomorrowland Ride Is Only Working at Half Power

Astro Orbiter

For months now, something has been a little off in Tomorrowland. Guests step into the rockets, the music swells, and the Astro Orbiter begins to spin high above Magic Kingdom. But what many don’t realize is that the ride isn’t actually soaring the way it’s supposed to. A key element that gives Astro Orbiter its signature height has been broken ...

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Concern Grows as Disney Reveals Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster In Its Last Days

Disney Rock 'n' Roller Coaster

Big changes are coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and they’re not exactly the kind that ease crowd levels. As Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith nears its final months of operation before closing for its massive Muppets reimagining, Disney has confirmed a timeline that’s leaving many fans uneasy — and for good reason. This isn’t just another refurbishment. This is ...

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Disney Introduces the Future of Pop Century Resort

Disney's Pop Century Resort

When it comes to Disney’s Value Resorts, few are as instantly recognizable as Disney’s Pop Century Resort. With its bright colors, oversized icons, and playful nods to pop culture through the decades, this hotel has long been a favorite for families looking to stay close to the magic without breaking the bank. Now, Disney is giving the resort’s lobby a ...

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