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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.

Haunted Mansion vs. Pirates: The Next Big Shutdown at Magic Kingdom

Pirates of the Caribbean (left) and Haunted Mansion (right) at Magic Kingdom

Let’s be honest—Disney hasn’t exactly flinched when it comes to closing down beloved attractions, especially as of late. Remember when Splash Mountain closed for good? That ride had generations of fans, but it was completely reimagined and transformed into Tiana’s Bayou Adventure. Then, more recently, Disney shut down the entire Rivers of America area, including Tom Sawyer Island and the ...

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Another Major Area at Walt Disney World Is Shutting Down This August

The statue of Walt Disney and Mickey Mouse stands proudly in front of Cinderella's Castle at Disney World, surrounded by Disney guests and vibrant blue skies with scattered clouds.

It’s starting to feel like Walt Disney World is in a constant state of construction, refurbishment, or farewell. If you’ve been trying to plan your dream trip lately, you’ve probably noticed something alarming—more and more beloved spots around the resort are either shut down for good or closed for refurbishment with no return date in sight. And now, another location ...

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Magic Kingdom Sets Timeline for New ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ Attraction

Pirates of the Caribbean

If there’s one thing Disney loves, it’s keeping us on our toes. One minute, you’re walking through Magic Kingdom thinking you know every corner of the park, and the next, something brand-new is quietly taking shape right under your nose. Adventureland, in particular, has been full of little mysteries lately—construction walls, subtle changes, and the occasional peek behind the scenes ...

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Disney World Fans Told to Cancel EPCOT Trips as “Nightmare” Dates Unfold

Disney Epcot Parks

There’s nothing quite like EPCOT during the holidays. The lights shimmer across the World Showcase Lagoon, the smell of freshly baked cookies drifts through the air, and the park pulses with music, laughter, and excitement. The EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays is one of Walt Disney World’s most beloved seasonal traditions, drawing in visitors from all over the world. ...

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CONFIRMED: Spaceship Earth at EPCOT Is Closing for Shocking Length of Time

Spaceship Earth in EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort

Something is stirring over in World Celebration, and this time it’s not another festival food booth or new character experience. EPCOT fans may have noticed a recent uptick in behind-the-scenes activity around one of the park’s most iconic attractions. From social media chatter to early park entry schedules, there’s been a shift. And whenever Disney starts adjusting schedules quietly, it ...

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Photos Reveal Once-Beloved Disney World Area Is a “Disaster Zone”

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If you’ve wandered around Disney’s Hollywood Studios lately, you’ve probably noticed something that doesn’t quite fit the usual magic and charm—an area that now looks like it was hit by a wrecking ball, because it was. What used to be a quirky, colorful corner of the park is now a construction site strewn with broken pavement, torn-up sidewalks, and barely-standing ...

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