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Brittany is a New England-based writer focused on the history of the Walt Disney World Resort. She is the author of "Red, White, and Disney: The Myths and Reality of American History at the Walt Disney World Resort," and "Brittany Earns Her Ears."

Spiked Coffee & Cold Brews Finally Arrive in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge

A refreshing iced coffee served at a Disney park café, Minnie Mouse enjoying her signature afternoon tea, and the immersive rocky landscape of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge featuring a detailed spaceship.

Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge takes Guests visiting Disneyland Park and Disney’s Hollywood Studios on an immersive excursion to Black Spire Outpost on the planet of Batuu. Outfitted with signs of the rebellion and the First Order, this immersive land is nearly identical on both coasts with a couple of minor changes. While both Disney theme parks include such iconic eats ...

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Disney Park Launches New Ticket Offer Just for California Residents

A cheerful couple stands at the iconic Sleeping Beauty Castle entrance, with Goofy enthusiastically waving nearby, embodying the unforgettable magic and thrills California residents can enjoy with special Disneyland tickets.

Attention, California Residents- Disney just released a sweet deal for park tickets this summer for trips to the Disneyland Resort! The Disney Parks Blog shared the details of a new, limited-time ticket offer that offers special savings while visiting both Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure with weekday and weekend passes. The new ticket offer lets California residents visit both ...

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These Classic Disney Restaurants Just Rolled Out New Menu Items and They Look Delicious!

Mickey Mouse greets guests in front of a drive-in theater scene with classic cars and a vibrant retro pink kitchen, capturing the nostalgic vibes of Disney World’s Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater and 50's Prime Time Cafe.

Walt Disney World just rolled out some new menu items at a couple of fan-favorite restaurants, and we are well ready to make our next dinner reservations! Both 50’s Prime Time Cafe and the Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater at Disney’s Hollywood Studios have been popular restaurants for Guests looking for a casual table service experience with a fun theme for years. ...

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Disney Park Pauses Sales of Magic Key Passes Ahead of Summer Crowds

Goofy stands in front of a pastel-hued Disneyland castle, with "Disneyland Magic Key" boldly crossed out in red above the classic Disneyland logo.

Both the Disneyland Resort and a Walt Disney World Resort have had a rocky couple of years of managing Annual Passholder sales, renewals, and expectations since theme parks on both coasts reopened following their 2020 closures. While new Annual Pass sales have not yet been possible at Walt Disney World (with the exception of very few Florida Resident passes) Disneyland ...

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Disney Shelved a Big Bang-Themed Omnicoaster for Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind

Big Bang Omnicoaster, Guardians of the Galaxy Cosmic Rewind

Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind recently opened in EPCOT at Walt Disney World offering an all-new thrill ride for Guests. The ride is housed within the Wonders of Xandar pavilion, the former home of the Universe of Energy attraction. While Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind has largely been a hit with Guests so far, despite bringing on motion ...

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Should You Bring Your Own Stroller or Rent One at Walt Disney World?

Walt Disney World strollers in classic red and black designs featuring Mickey Mouse line up, with a cheerful cartoon Mickey Mouse welcoming guests at the front.

If you are planning a Walt Disney World vacation with little ones, you may be weighing the pros and cons of bringing your own stroller vs. renting one when you arrive at each theme park. There are advantages and disadvantages to both stroller options at Walt Disney World, as well as renting a stroller from a third-party company in Orlando. ...

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Do You Know These Secrets From Pandora – The World of Avatar?

The floating mountains of Pandora, covered in lush greenery, tower in the background, bringing the magic of Disney’s Animal Kingdom to life as Mickey Mouse stands in the foreground, holding a finger to his lips for a playful shh.

Pandora – The World of Avatar is one of the most immersive lands in any theme park and it’s located right at Walt Disney World in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The Valley of Mo’ara and the attractions, shops, and restaurants that Guests can visit while on the moon of Pandora set the scene to move Guests into the world of Avatar, ...

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Parking Trams Have Finally Returned to Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Parking Trams Animal Kingdom

Parking at Walt Disney World can be quite the process with massive parking lots broken down into multiple sections, rows, and spaces. For Guests visiting Disney’s Animal Kingdom since the parks reopened following the COVID-19 closure in 2020, parking trams remained unavailable leading to long walks to their cars after exiting the hottest park at Walt Disney World. As of ...

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How to Keep Your Phone Charged at Walt Disney World

A guest scans their fully charged phone at a Walt Disney World park entrance, ready for a magical day, as Mickey Mouse enthusiastically waves nearby.

Your cell phone is a necessity during a trip to the Walt Disney World Resort, thanks to the My Disney Experience app. Not only does the app allow for online check-in and updated information about your Disney Resort, but it also contains everything you need to know about visiting the theme parks, including attraction wait times, dining availability, mobile order ...

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Reservations Available Now for Eat to the Beat Dining Packages

Eat to the Beat EPCOT Dining Packages

This year’s EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival kicks off earlier than ever on July 14, 2022. The event runs through November 19, 2022, with a celebration of food and wine from six continents taking over nearly every area of this Disney Park. While outdoor kitchens might be the focal point of the festival, another popular event is the Eat ...

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