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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."

This Beloved Disney World Attraction Is About to Close Forever

Br’er Fox and Br’er Rabbit pose together in front of Cinderella Castle at Disney World on a bright, sunny day, capturing the playful Splash Mountain atmosphere beloved by park guests.

Lots of changes are coming to the Walt Disney World Resort in 2023. From refurbishments at Disney hotels, to the opening of new attractions like TRON Lightcycle / Run and Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana, to new restaurants, and more, this year is sure to bring lots of updates to several theme park and Resorts. The Magic Kingdom will ...

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Annual Pass Sales Have Resumed for These Disney Parks

The iconic Partners statue of Walt Disney and Mickey Mouse stands proudly alongside Donald Duck and Tinker Bell, with the Magic Key Disneyland logo highlighting this magical scene.

Purchasing a new Annual Pass for Disney Parks has been a challenging task since the Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort reopened during the pandemic. While sales of new Annual Passes have remained paused for Guests planning to frequent Walt Disney World, the Disneyland Resort has opened up its Magic Key queue a couple of times, only for passes ...

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Another Character Meet & Greet Is Finally Returning to the Magic Kingdom!

Cinderella Castle stands as a backdrop while Flounder from The Little Mermaid appears nearby, and Ariel gives a warm hug to a young guest outside Ariel's Grotto at Disney Park.

The Walt Disney World Resort is picking up the pace in terms of bringing back more character experiences that have been missing since the theme parks and Resorts reopened in 2020. In the latest update, one popular Disney character meet and greet in the Magic Kingdom is set to return very soon, and we cannot wait to head “under the ...

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Disney World’s Latest Immersive Experience May Be Struggling to Entice Guests

Split image featuring a Star Wars stormtrooper on the left and Rey with a young fan in costume on the right, separated by a bold yellow question mark—evoking the immersive adventure and mystery of Disney's Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser experience.

The Walt Disney World Resort has seen several new experiences open to Guests over the last year, including attractions like Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind in EPCOT, new dining experiences like the BoardWalk Deli at Disney’s BoardWalk Inn, and even a new fully immersive two-day adventure aboard the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser. The majority of Disney’s newest experiences seem ...

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The Newest DOLE Whip Flavors at Walt Disney World You Have to Try

Three vibrant ice cream cones, Cinderella’s Castle gleaming in the background, and Minnie Mouse enjoying a sweet treat on a sunny day—experience the magic of DOLE Whips Swirls on the Water at Disney World for an unforgettable indulgence.

The Walt Disney World Resort is home to some of the best theme park snacks anywhere with the likes of churros, corn dog nuggets, Mickey premium ice cream bars, Mickey-shaped pretzels, popcorn (and its accompanying souvenir buckets), and so much more. Of course, one of the most popular Disney snacks is the DOLE Whip, and thankfully for those who love ...

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Automated Cameras Just Replaced More PhotoPass Cast Members at Walt Disney World

Minnie Mouse in a pink dress, joined by Goofy and Donald Duck in their Pete’s Silly Sideshow costumes, with a no photos symbol prominently displayed at the center, capturing the spirit of the Automated Camera Experience at Magic Kingdom.

Character meet and greets have continued to expand and reopen at the Walt Disney World Resort since the theme parks reopened in the summer of 2020. While every single character experience once offered has not yet returned to each Disney Park and Resort, the majority of the most popular meet and greets have returned, but there is one catch with ...

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EPCOT’s Figment-Inspired Treats Keep Coming With the Newest Passholder Special

EPCOT Festival of the Arts entrance featuring Figment alongside a vibrant Joffrey's One Little Spark drink in a plastic cup.

The EPCOT International Festival of the Arts has arrived at this Disney Park, with the event running through February 20, 2023. This fan-favorite annual festival celebrates all forms of art, with live drawing, painting, and chalk art demonstrations, opportunities to purchase authentic works from renowned artists, the Disney on BROADWAY live music series, themed outdoor kitchens, and so much more. ...

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Disney Cancels Performances of Fantasmic! for at Least the Next Month

Mickey Mouse dazzles the crowd on stage during Fantasmic! at Disneyland, joined by Goofy in front as vibrant fireworks explode in the night sky behind them.

Fantasmic! has been one of the most popular shows at both the Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort since the nighttime spectacular debuted in 1998 and 1992, respectively. The show, which features none other than Mickey Mouse as he takes on some of Disney’s most iconic villains when they invade his dream, has returned to its near-nightly performances by ...

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This Disney Resort Amenity Is Back for the First Time Since 2020!

A Disney World housekeeper character shares a cheerful moment with a young guest dressed as Minnie Mouse, with a magical backdrop of a Disney resort hotel and Tinker Bell sparkling nearby.

Most of the Walt Disney World Resort has returned to “normal,” and some of the latest news out of the Orlando Parks and Resorts have even taken this a step further by reinstating amenities that were removed years before the pandemic changed things. Health and safety restrictions (like physical distancing and mask requirements) put in place during the pandemic have ...

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Beloved ‘Muppets’ Experience Returns to Walt Disney World for a Limited Time

Spaceship Earth at Epcot glows brilliantly as a Beacon of Magic after dark, with Minnie Mouse greeting guests nearby and Kermit the Frog serenading everyone with “Rainbow Connection” on his banjo while relaxing on a log.

UPDATED: This experience returned for a limited time during the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts. This spring, the Park is celebrating its annual Flower & Garden Festival, which features different entertainment. Read our tips for Flower & Garden Festival here.  If there is anything we could always use some more of at Walt Disney World, it’s ‘Muppets!’ While the ...

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