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A Disney Springs tradition that dates back to the late 1990s is about to disappear — at least for a while. Ghirardelli Soda Fountain & Chocolate Shop has officially confirmed that it will vacate its longtime Marketplace location later this summer as part of a large-scale renovation project. For many Walt Disney World visitors, especially longtime fans, that announcement feels ...

Pixar is heading into one of its biggest theatrical releases in years with Toy Story 5 (2026), but just weeks before the film arrives on June 19, the studio suddenly finds itself dealing with unexpected controversy online. The newest installment already had fans talking thanks to the return of Woody, Buzz Lightyear, Jessie, and several other longtime favorites. Disney and ...

Disney’s Animal Kingdom may already be preparing for the next phase of Bluey’s Wild World, and if longtime Disney fans know anything about how the parks operate today, it is that popular experiences rarely stay completely free from the Lightning Lane system for very long. The brand-new Bluey experience just debuted at Conservation Station on May 26 and initially launched ...

Walt Disney World Resort may finally be taking steps to crack down on one of Magic Kingdom’s most popular unofficial fireworks viewing locations. For years, Disney’s Contemporary Resort has become more than just a Deluxe hotel for overnight guests. Thanks to its location directly beside Magic Kingdom and its elevated fourth-floor observation deck, the resort quietly turned into a nightly ...

Disney’s Hollywood Studios has had an identity problem for a very long time. When the park first opened in 1989 as Disney-MGM Studios, the concept was incredibly clear. Guests were stepping into the glamor of Hollywood. The park celebrated filmmaking, backlot tours, stunt shows, animation, and the magic behind movie production. It felt like walking through a working studio. But ...

For years, Disney fans have talked about something feeling different inside the parks. The rides were still there. The fireworks still lit up the sky every night. The snacks, merchandise, and attractions kept expanding. But many longtime visitors felt like something quietly disappeared after the pandemic. The spontaneous magic. Not the scheduled entertainment. Not the Lightning Lane reservations. The real ...

There is no such thing as a “perfect” week to visit Walt Disney World. Weather, crowds, ride closures, special events, and pricing all shift throughout the year. But after spending a lot of time inside the parks and watching Disney’s patterns closely, there are a few stretches in 2026 that stand out more than others. Some weeks are great for ...

For years, Disney fans watched as brick-and-mortar Disney Stores slowly disappeared across the United States. Shopping malls began losing major retail chains. Big-name stores shut their doors. Entire shopping centers started feeling emptier than ever as online shopping completely changed the retail landscape. That is why what just happened in Pennsylvania feels so surprising. Credit: Mike Kalasnik, Flickr At a ...

Disney World guests planning a stay at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa this summer may want to double-check their dining plans before arriving. Disney has now confirmed a lengthy refurbishment project at one of the resort’s most recognizable dining locations, and parts of the experience will remain unavailable for several months. While refurbishment projects are nothing new at Walt ...

Disney fans heading to Disney’s Animal Kingdom this summer may want to double-check their dining budgets before sitting down at one of the park’s most popular restaurants. Yak & Yeti Restaurant has quietly rolled out sweeping price increases across almost its entire menu, impacting around 40 different food items. For many longtime Disney guests, Yak & Yeti has become one ...