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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.

You Want Good News? Here Are the BEST Things Happening at Disney World in 2025

Entrance sign to Walt Disney World with a blue and gold design, featuring the phrase "The Most Magical Place on Earth." The sky is partly cloudy, and trees are visible in the background.

Let’s be honest—Disney World news hasn’t exactly been sunshine and churros lately. It feels like every week brings another headline about ride closures, price increases, or disappointing updates to once-beloved attractions. And for many longtime fans, the magic can start to feel a little dimmer when that’s all they see in their feeds. But here’s the thing: not all the ...

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Disney Springs Just Got a Lot Spookier Thanks to This New Overlay

Disney Springs Sign

Disney Springs is about to look a little spookier this fall, and fans of Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar will have plenty to celebrate. Known for its adventurous Indiana Jones-inspired theme and quirky pilot backstory, this riverside bar is now preparing for its very first Halloween makeover. Disney has already teased the upcoming seasonal transformation, and from what we’ve seen so ...

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NEW: Disney Reveals Big-Time Change for Big Thunder Mountain

Big Thunder Mountain Magic Kingdom

For months now, guests visiting Magic Kingdom have seen something unusual towering above Frontierland—something that didn’t quite fit the Old West vibe. A massive crane had been perched backstage behind Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, signaling that serious changes were underway. But now, it’s officially gone. And believe it or not, that’s a much bigger deal than it sounds. Why? Because ...

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Disney’s Safari Ride Evacuated—Guests Get a Very Up-Close Adventure

A safari vehicle on a dirt road passes two giraffes, one standing and another lying in lush green grass. Tall trees and a partly cloudy sky create a vibrant background.

You never really expect your Disney World safari adventure to involve climbing down a ladder and walking through the dirt—but that’s exactly what happened to a group of guests recently on Kilimanjaro Safaris at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. A new video making the rounds on social media shows a safari truck stopped near the end of the attraction, completely stalled out, ...

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Truck Crashes Into Disney World Bridge, Transportation Suspended

When most guests arrive at Walt Disney World, they’re greeted by pastel-colored buildings, joyful background music, and the feeling that real-world problems have been left behind. Between boat rides to Disney Springs and peaceful resort strolls along the Sassagoula River, it’s easy to forget you’re still in the middle of a massive and very real logistical operation. After all, Disney ...

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Disney Confirms Devastating Change to Classic Magic Kingdom Waterway

Wide-angle view of Tom Sawyer Island with a rustic wooden dock, barrels, a rowboat, and surrounding greenery along the Rivers of America. Calm water reflects the trees and structures. Various wooden buildings and a boardwalk are visible in the background, creating a tranquil setting.

If you were holding out hope that Disney might change its mind, consider that hope officially sunk—literally. Rivers of America, once one of the most iconic and peaceful corners of Magic Kingdom, is being drained—not figuratively, not symbolically, but actually. The process has started, the water line is dropping, and the photos don’t lie. Disney has already confirmed that Rivers ...

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