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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 Drops MASSIVE 30% Discount for Special End of Year

A picturesque view of a fairy tale Cinderella Castle with spires, under a clear blue sky with the sun setting behind, casting a warm glow over the scene at Walt Disney World Resort.

If you’re an Annual Passholder planning a trip to Walt Disney World this holiday season, Disney just dropped a festive gift your way—one that could seriously ease the strain on your wallet. The holidays at Disney World are already a magical time. With sparkling lights, oversized Christmas trees, themed treats, and special events like Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, it’s ...

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Disney Didn’t Warn You About This—But It’s Affecting Every Visitor in 2025

A family of four beams with joy standing next to a cheerful Mickey Mouse at a magical theme park. Behind them, a majestic castle with blue spires rises against the clear sky, capturing their excitement and happiness.

If you’ve been to Disney World recently—or are planning to go—you’ve probably seen the pictures: families smiling in front of Cinderella Castle, kids eating Mickey ice cream bars, couples wearing matching shirts. But here’s something you don’t see in those magical snapshots: the phones. Everyone’s on one. All. Day. Long. And in 2025, it’s only gotten worse. The Phone Has ...

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Fan Backlash Forces Disney To Change Jollywood Nights 2025

A smiling young couple in festive outfits takes a selfie at night in front of a brightly lit Hollywood sign and a large glowing gingerbread man decoration.

If there’s one thing Disney fans know how to do well, it’s give feedback—especially when something doesn’t quite hit the mark. And when Jollywood Nights first rolled out as Hollywood Studios’ glamorous take on a holiday celebration, the idea was great, but the execution left some guests frustrated. The biggest complaint? Guests didn’t feel like they were getting enough time ...

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Disney Confirms ‘Star Wars’ Attraction Will Never Reopen

People dine in a futuristic, space-themed restaurant with colorful lighting. A performer in an elaborate alien costume entertains guests at the front of the room. Tables are filled with food and drinks.

It’s been almost two full years since Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser permanently closed at Walt Disney World, but only now has Disney finally taken a small but symbolic step: covering up one of the directional road signs that pointed to the shuttered experience. The update might not seem like much—a simple decal covering the words “Galactic Starcruiser”—but for many fans, ...

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Confirmed: Disney World’s Newest Parade Will Not Run Every Night

Cinderella Castle on main street u.s.a. at Magic Kingdom

Magic Kingdom’s newest nighttime parade hasn’t even debuted yet, but Disney fans already have some scheduling details to keep in mind—and they’re not thrilled about it. Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away officially begins dazzling guests on July 20, 2025. The brand-new nighttime spectacular has been hyped as a spiritual successor to beloved classics like Main Street Electrical Parade and ...

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Disney World To Abandon Beloved Restaurant Again, Will Close in July

Spaceship Earth Epcot Disney Imagineers

If you’ve been enjoying a rare slice of peace and perks in EPCOT’s Morocco Pavilion lately, here’s your heads-up—it’s all about to disappear. Disney World is once again preparing to shut down the temporary Annual Passholder lounge inside Restaurant Marrakesh, leaving the beloved (and often forgotten) restaurant empty… again. This isn’t the first time Disney has left Marrakesh sitting idle, ...

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Stitch Makes Long-Awaited Return: Joining Classic Magic Kingdom Ride

Stitch's Great Escape

After years of sitting on the bench, Disney’s most mischievous alien is finally back in the game. Thanks to the live-action Lilo & Stitch (2025) becoming a worldwide box office phenomenon, fans everywhere have been wondering the same thing: where’s Stitch in the parks? The movie’s record-breaking $182.7 million domestic debut over Memorial Day weekend and its near-billion-dollar global haul ...

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