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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."

Magic Kingdom Brawl Earlier This Year Allegedly Involved Disney+ Star

Stylish guest in a teal suit strikes a pose on the red carpet, while an action-packed Magic Kingdom Brawl unfolds nearby with costumed characters battling in front of iconic fairytale castles.

The Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World was the center of a bizarre brawl earlier this year, when two families became physically violent following a member of one of the parties attempting to re-enter the line at Mickey’s PhilharMagic in Fantasyland. Details have continued to come out regarding the incident, and most recently we have learned that a Disney+ star ...

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Tragic Death After Riding Disney’s PeopleMover Revealed in Theme Park Injury Report

The PeopleMover sign welcomes guests above the escalators in Tomorrowland at Magic Kingdom, featured in the PeopleMover Florida Theme Park Injury Report.

The state of Florida releases a theme park injury report largely focused on Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando, and other Orlando-area Parks throughout the year, and sadly the latest report notes the death of an 83-year-old man following a ride on a Magic Kingdom attraction. According to the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services report, the Guest who sadly ...

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Disney Genie+ Variable Pricing Was Just Lowered for the First Time

A couple smiles at their phone in front of Cinderella Castle with the Disney Genie+ mascot joining them at Magic Kingdom.

Disney Genie+ has undergone several changes since the system was introduced as a new, paid version of FastPass+ last year, and the latest update certainly has its pros and cons. Last week, Disney Genie+ was updated to include variable pricing, meaning that the per person, per day cost of the service, could now vary by date. While this could be ...

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Could These EPCOT Restaurants Reopen Soon?

Goofy greets guests between the elegant World Showcase Restaurant and the illuminated Japanese pagoda in Epcot at sunset.

Walt Disney World has been reopening lots of experiences that closed during the pandemic, but one iconic area of a Disney Park in particular still has a couple of restaurants that have remained shuttered since 2020. EPCOT has had a couple of new restaurants open in the past couple of years, including the addition of Connections Cafe & Eatery for ...

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Reopening Date Confirmed For This Unique Disney Character Dining Experience

Belle twirls with a young guest beside a smiling Donald Duck illustration inside the enchanting Akershus Royal Banquet Hall at EPCOT.

Lots of restaurants are reopening around the Walt Disney World Resort, and we love to see it! While many aspects of a pre-pandemic Disney vacation have already returned, several shops, restaurants, and even a couple of attractions have remained closed. For dining, continued closures are likely due to staffing, which has continued to be a challenging area to recover from ...

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This Magic Kingdom Construction Update Could Hint at the Return of a Beloved Attraction

Goofy poses for fans between the futuristic blue glow of the TRON Lightcycle / Run attraction and the iconic Walt Disney World Railroad steam train, capturing a magical moment at Magic Kingdom.

Guests at Walt Disney World have been anxiously waiting for the opening of the newest attraction in the Magic Kingdom for several years now. While TRON Lightcycle / Run will still not be making its debut in Tomorrowland for some time, another attraction impacted by the construction of the new ride could be opening soon. RELATED: After 5 Years, Disney Finally ...

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Disney World Closes Two Popular Shops to Focus on Streaming-Related Merchandise

Vibrant Dress Shop Disney collection dresses showcased alongside a dozing Minnie Mouse, with the iconic Disney Springs water tower standing tall beneath a bright blue sky.

The Walt Disney World Resort is constantly changing, but the latest update to a popular merchandise location could hit fans of Disney merchandise particularly hard. The ultimate shopping destination at Walt Disney World is of course, Disney Springs, which includes a wide variety of merchandise offerings, restaurants, and entertainment. Along with several notable non-Disney shopping experiences, Disney Springs is home ...

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These Disney World Perks Used to Be Free, Here’s What They Cost Today

Mickey Mouse dressed in a sharp suit stands at the iconic Disney castle, surrounded by whimsical illustrations of cash and coins flying through the air, capturing the thrill of uncovering exclusive perks at Walt Disney World.

It is no secret that the cost of a Walt Disney World vacation is higher than ever, with the latest price increases affecting everything from character dining experiences to Disney Genie+, and so much more. At the same time, reports estimate that the Resort’s attendance has fallen behind Universal Orlando (with the exception of Magic Kingdom Park), but this could ...

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Have You Abandoned Disney World for Universal? You Aren’t Alone…

Pluto stands in front of Cinderella Castle at Walt Disney World, with an arrow pointing toward the Universal Studios globe, playfully nodding to the friendly attendance rivalry between Disney and Universal on a sunny day.

Price increases have been prevalent around the Walt Disney World Resort recently. Between added costs, and the continued pause on Annual Pass sales, temporary closures of some attractions, shops, and restaurants (due to the pandemic), and more, the latest theme park attendance report is telling. In particular, large numbers of Guests who in the past might have planned their Central ...

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Curious About the First Step to Becoming a Disney Cast Member? It All Starts With Traditions!

Guests beam with excitement as they put on iconic Mickey Mouse ears, embodying the magic of Disney Traditions; front and center, Mickey Mouse himself grins cheerfully before a vibrant, colorful backdrop.

It’s the Cast Members that make visiting Disney Parks and Resorts truly special, but a lot goes into their preparation to take on exciting new roles at “The Most Magical Place on Earth.” Whether a Disney Cast Member is preparing for a semester-long internship on the Disney College Program, a short-term stint as a Disney Cultural Representative, or a full-time ...

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