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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 World Receiving Backlash After Using AI To Change Haunted Mansion

A nighttime image of a brick pillar with an ornate metal sign reading "Haunted Mansion," featuring a demonic face at the top. The background shows a dimly lit, gothic-style building with intricate ironwork, adding to the eerie atmosphere reminiscent of Disney's Haunted Mansion ride.

Disney World has spent decades finding new ways to put a little extra magic into vacation photos. But one of its latest experiments is getting a much different reaction from some fans. Disney PhotoPass recently tested a new Haunted Mansion Magic Shot at Magic Kingdom that transforms guests into stone busts. At first glance, the concept fits the attraction almost ...

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Universal Confirms Jurassic Park Closure at Islands of Adventure

The T-Rex roaring in 'Jurassic Park'

Another part of Jurassic Park has officially gone behind walls at Universal Islands of Adventure, and this closure isn’t going to be a quick one. Universal Orlando Resort has now closed the Jurassic Park restrooms for a major refurbishment. While restroom closures normally wouldn’t generate much attention, this one could have a noticeable impact on guests moving through one of ...

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Disney World Hits New Capacity as Guests Are Turned Away From Multiple Parks

Disney Epcot Parks

Walt Disney World has spent much of September giving guests something they always hope to find on vacation: manageable crowds. This past weekend offered a very different picture. For the first time in quite some time, Walt Disney World Annual Passholders ran into reservation capacity restrictions, preventing some passholders without existing reservations from entering their preferred parks during the busy ...

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Walt Disney World Confirms Controversial Policy Return, in Effect Indefinitely

Twilight Zone Tower of Terror at Disney's Hollywood Studios

For years, Walt Disney World Annual Passholders could decide they wanted to visit a theme park, get in the car and simply go. That freedom has never completely returned. Although Disney has loosened its theme park reservation rules considerably since their introduction, the reservation system remains part of being an Annual Passholder in 2026. Many fans have wondered whether Disney ...

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Walt Disney World Set To Shut Down Expedition Everest Coaster, Updates Given

Expedition Everest’s runaway train barrels toward the ferocious yeti, deep within a frostbitten Himalayan cavern—capturing the electrifying spirit of Disney Parks’ latest D23 adventure reveals.

One of Disney’s Animal Kingdom’s biggest attractions is finally getting an update fans have wanted for roughly two decades. But bringing that change to life could come with a major downside for anyone planning a Walt Disney World vacation. Expedition Everest – Legend of the Forbidden Mountain is expected to eventually close for what could be a substantial refurbishment. Disney ...

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Disney Confirms New Mickey Mouse in 2026, Becomes Official on September 30

Mickey and Friends in front of Sleeping Beauty Castle at Disneyland Park

Mickey Mouse is getting another major Disney update before September comes to an end. Disney has officially confirmed the return of Mickey Mouse Clubhouse+ for its second season, bringing Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Daisy, Goofy, Pluto, and several familiar friends back for another round of adventures. And fans don’t have long to wait. Credit: Disney Season 2 of the Disney Jr. ...

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Disney Confirms Disney Springs Replacement and Changes After 11 Years

Disney Springs

Disney Springs has changed dramatically over the last decade, but Disney is preparing to make another round of updates to the massive shopping, dining, and entertainment district. A new collection of construction permits points to work at several recognizable Disney Springs locations, including restaurants, stores, and one important piece of infrastructure that thousands of guests use to move around the ...

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Disney World Confirms Saratoga Springs Resort Area Replacement, Effective September 30

Colorful building with a pastel green facade, red and white striped awnings, and a cylindrical tower attached. A sign reads "Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa," one of the renowned Disney Resorts. Several bicycles are parked nearby, and the sky is partly cloudy.

Walt Disney World is getting ready to reopen a familiar dining location at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa, but guests who remember the restaurant from before its refurbishment are going to find several changes waiting for them. The Turf Club Bar and Grill is scheduled to reopen on September 30 following its refurbishment, and Disney has now revealed the ...

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Extra Hours Confirmed for Animal Kingdom and EPCOT at Walt Disney World

A nighttime scene at Epcot with a family of four wearing Mickey Mouse ears admiring the large, illuminated Spaceship Earth. The geodesic sphere is lit up with bright, colorful patterns, primarily in red and white, creating a festive atmosphere.

Walt Disney World is giving Disney Vacation Club members more opportunities to experience two theme parks after most guests have gone home. Disney Vacation Club has added three Moonlight Magic events to the 2026 calendar, bringing an additional night to EPCOT and two additional nights to Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The events provide eligible DVC members with complimentary after-hours access to ...

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Disney Confirms Walt Disney World Railroad Station Removal at Magic Kingdom

A monorail travels along elevated tracks in the foreground, with a vast parking lot below. In the background, trees surround a castle-like structure, and the sky is illuminated by a vibrant sunset.

Magic Kingdom has lost another small piece of its past, though this time, there is still a chance the missing piece could eventually return. Guests walking through the Walt Disney World Railroad station on Main Street, U.S.A. may notice something different inside the historic-looking space. One of the vintage Penny Arcade machines that had been displayed there for years has ...

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