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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.

After 29 Years, Disney Springs Staple To Vacate Location This Summer

Disney Springs at night

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 ...

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Pixar and Bad Bunny Accused of “Blatant Plagiarism” in ‘Toy Story 5’

L to R: Jessie, Woody, Bullseye and Buzz on the runway in 'Toy Story 2'

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 ...

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After 29 Years, Disney Springs Staple To Vacate Location This Summer

Disney Springs at night

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 ...

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Pixar and Bad Bunny Accused of “Blatant Plagiarism” in ‘Toy Story 5’

Bullseye, Jessie, and Woody

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 ...

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Disney May Shift Bluey to ‘Pay-to-Experience’ Attraction at Animal Kingdom

Bluey and Bingo greet fans in front of Animal Kingdom’s Tree of Life, surrounded by lush greenery—a Disney must-see for families.

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 ...

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Disney Confirms New Contemporary Resort Security to Block All Outside Guests

Disney's Contemporary Resort exterior at night

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 ...

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