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Author Archives: Brittany DiCologero

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."

New Disney Cruise Line Ship to Be the First to Sail From Southeast Asia

Major expansion projects are underway at Disney Cruise Line, and the latest endeavor will take one of its upcoming ships to Southeast Asia for the first time. Disney Cruise Line has been steadily expanding since work began on the newest ship to join the fleet, the Disney Wish. The Wish launched in summer of 2022 out of Port Canaveral, Florida, ...

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Disney Makes Changes to ‘Happily Ever After’ Ahead of Its Return to the Magic Kingdom

Disney's Happily EVer After Fireworks

Disney’s Happily Ever is returning soon to the Magic Kingdom after a nearly two-year hiatus, and the return of these iconic fireworks will come with some big changes. The current Magic Kingdom fireworks show, Disney Enchantment, debuted on October 1, 2021, as a special presentation during the 50th-anniversary celebration of the Walt Disney World Resort. While this nighttime fireworks spectacular ...

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Disney World’s Latest Offer Could Save You 30% Off Your Next Resort Stay!

Disney's Pop Century Resort

This summer is set to be an exciting time at the Walt Disney World Resort! And your next stay at a Disney Resort can be made even more magical with the season’s latest special offer. With TRON Lightcycle / Run opening this April at the Magic Kingdom, and several new characters making their meet-and-greet debuts, including Moana and Mirabel Madrigal, ...

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Minnie Mouse to Debut a New Look in 2024

Minnie Mouse New Look Feature

One of Disney’s most iconic fashionistas, Minnie Mouse, has impressed Guests with several iconic looks over the years, and the next revamp of her wardrobe is set to debut next year. Minnie’s style has evolved so much since her debut alongside Mickey Mouse in Steamboat Willie (1928). And while she is usually seen sporting her iconic red dress with white ...

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Disney Continues to Drop Prices for ‘Star Wars’ Galactic Starcruiser

Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser

Disney’s ambitious “Star Wars hotel” had been highly anticipated since it was originally announced at the 2017 D23 Expo. After its spring 2022 opening, the immersive two-night experience officially known as the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser received largely rave reviews from Guests who had stayed aboard the Halcyon themselves, and mixed reviews from Guests who were not yet willing to ...

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Disney Just Launched Massive Discounts on Some of Its Most Popular Merchandise

EPCOT 40th Merchandise

The Walt Disney World Resort is packed with merchandise that Disney fans will simply feel they “need to have” during their trips to “The Most Magical Place on Earth.” Some of the most popular souvenirs Guests tend to go after at the Parks and Resorts are those tied to seasonal events and anniversary celebrations. And unfortunately, for those unable to ...

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Refurbishments Are Underway at ANOTHER Disney Resort

Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge Lobby

There is nothing quite like staying right in the middle of the magic at the Walt Disney World Resort, and for many Guests, staying on property is a must. All Disney World Resort hotels come with special benefits exclusive to Resort Guests, like complimentary transportation to and from the theme parks, immersive theming around the hotels (and in their Guest ...

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Disney’s Animal Kingdom Could Surpass EPCOT With This Specialty Cocktail Lineup

Disney's ANimal Kingdom Cocktails-Feature

This year is an exciting one for Disney’s Animal Kingdom as the fourth theme park at the Walt Disney World Resort prepares to celebrate its 25th anniversary. The Park opened on Earth Day, April 22, 1998, and with its milestone anniversary around the corner, Disney is getting ready to celebrate with new experiences and some of the Resort’s most unique ...

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New Updates Revealed for This Beloved Disney Character Restaurant

Belle and Child at Akershus

Is character dining a must-do for your Disney vacations? If so, you won’t want to miss one beloved character dining experience, that will soon offer breakfast and lunch for the first time since the onset of the pandemic in 2020. Some of the most beloved restaurants at the Walt Disney World Resort are character dining experiences, allowing Guests the chance ...

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Disney Extends Refurbishment Through Most of the Year at This Deluxe Resort

Disney's Beach Club Resort

Staying at a Disney Resort can make any vacation to “The Most Magical Place on Earth,” even more memorable and convenient. By staying on Disney property, Guests can enjoy complimentary transportation to each of the four theme parks, along with early entry giving them access to some of the most popular attractions before day Guests arrive. Guests who opt for ...

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