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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."

Everything You Need to Know About Disney World Character Meet and Greets

Disney World Character Meet and Greets

Raise your hand if Disney World character meet and greets are some of the most memorable experiences you’ve had during past trips to “The Most Magical Place on Earth!” It is certainly one of our favorite things to do at both the theme parks and Disney Resorts! With so many characters meet and greets, and such a limited amount of ...

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This Disney Attraction Has Been Unexpectedly Closed For Nearly a Week

Guests fill the bustling avenue at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, with Lightning McQueen making an appearance and the iconic Hollywood Tower Hotel looming in the background, radiating energy and anticipation near Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy.

Downtimes at rides and attractions can be inevitable at any theme park. While routine refurbishments are scheduled throughout the year to (ideally) keep up with maintenance to avoid later downtimes on attractions, unexpected issues can still occur. One attraction at Disney’s Hollywood Studios has experienced a surprising amount of downtime over the past week, with Guests finding the unfortunate “temporarily ...

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Disney World’s Latest Souvenir Sipper is a Must-Have for ‘Muppets’ Fans

Sam Eagle proudly holds his collectible Sam Eagle Sipper while gazing out the window; nearby, the Muppets gather for a fun photo in front of Epcot’s iconic geodesic sphere under bright, sunny skies.

The Walt Disney World Resort has seriously been upping its game when it comes to souvenir popcorn buckets and sippers over the past couple of years. Some of these Disney Park items have sold out nearly instantly, like last year’s Figment popcorn bucket that debuted during the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts. Thankfully, Disney got a handle on the ...

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Gone Already? Disney Adds Then Removes New Souvenir Sipper Featuring This Favorite Muppet

Gonzo poses with a Sam Eagle Sipper in front of the Epcot sphere, while a bright yellow question mark floats in the sky above.

Disney World’s next big souvenir sipper just dropped! …Or did it? For a brief moment, the My Disney Experience app showed a new sipper available to add onto mobile orders at a popular EPCOT quick service restaurant, but as fans on social media were quick to point out, the sipper is already no longer available. RELATED: EPCOT Reopens Classic Attraction Following ...

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Disney Park to Shut Down for the Day Later This Month

Goofy greets guests in front of the vibrant ski lift at Disney’s Blizzard Beach, surrounded by snowy mountain backdrops and palm trees, offering a taste of frosty fun even while the water park is temporarily closed.

The New Year is bringing with it several closures and refurbishments (some leading to the opening of entirely new attractions) at the Walt Disney World Resort. Along with closures for refurbishments and updates, however, entire Disney Parks and select experiences always have the possibility of shutting down for other reasons, too, like inclement weather, special events, and corporate buyouts, just ...

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New Disney+ Feature Encourages Fans to Spend More Money on Their Favorite Films

A family enjoys streaming Disney+ on their home TV, while Scrooge McDuck lounges nearby atop piles of gold, proudly holding a Disney+ Shop bag—capturing the magic and merchandise spirit found across Disney’s parks and entertainment experiences.

Disney+ is an essential subscription for any Disney fan as it includes not only recent Disney releases, but also everything under company’s umbrella including Star Wars, Marvel, Pixar, National Geographic, and several incredible animated and live-action series, just to name a few. While the platform has undergone some changes since its 2019 launch, including the addition of ad-supported subscription tiers, ...

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Disney Has Officially Failed to Keep This Promise from 2022

Goofy poses excitedly between Epcot’s iconic Spaceship Earth and Hollywood Studios’ legendary Chinese Theater at Disney World, ready for adventure just moments from the convenient Disney World Parking Trams.

Happy New Year! 2023 is already shaping up to be an incredible year to visit Walt Disney World and Disney Parks and Resorts around the world. Here in Orlando, “The World’s Most Magical Celebration” in honor of the 50th anniversary of the Walt Disney World Resort will continue to run with special events, decorative touches, food, merchandise, and shows through ...

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5 Unique Birds to See at Walt Disney World

Vibrant Disney World birds soar above lush trees as Daisy and Donald Duck greet guests in front of Cinderella Castle.

There is plenty of wildlife to see at the Walt Disney World Resort with numerous species of birds that reside in specialized habitats at the Parks or are simply native to Central Florida (or visiting during migratory travels.) Whether you are just getting interested in bird-watching or are looking for some exciting experiences you may have missed on past Disney ...

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The 90s-Inspired Disney Merchandise Available for One Weekend Only

Disney marathon backpack showcasing iconic runDisney 90s merch and a playful Minnie Mouse graphic, set against the backdrop of Cinderella Castle.

If you are reading this article, you are probably just as interested in all of the latest Disney World merchandise as we are! While we could easily spend hours scrolling shopDisney or checking out all of our favorite gift shops at Disney Parks and Resorts, the reality is that some of the best Disney merchandise is in limited supply or ...

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Disney Continues to Remind Guests That MagicBand Chips Are for External Use Only

Guests clasp hands near a playful Goofy cartoon and a bold red warning sign with an exclamation mark—one guest shows off their MagicBand implant.

MagicBands make visiting the Walt Disney World Resort (and now the Disneyland Resort) a breeze. These stylish bracelets, which double as a fun accessory for Disney fans, allow Guests to enter theme parks, their Resort rooms, use Lightning Lane, pay for food and shopping throughout their visit, store PhotoPass images, and even perform some extra fun “magic” thanks to the ...

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