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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."

Meet the First Plus-Sized Protagonist in a Walt Disney Animation Studios Film

Two animated Disney characters in leotards rehearse ballet at a barre, as a Disney+ logo and a bright "New!" badge highlight this latest streaming addition for fans of Disney experiences.

One of the things we love most about Disney+ is its vast library of content that falls under the Disney umbrella, including live-action and animated hits, along with films by Pixar, Marvel, and Lucasfilm. Walt Disney Animation Studios has a large presence on Disney’s streaming platform, but the studio’s Short Circuit Experimental Films have become greatly underrated compared to its ...

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A New Security Feature Was Just Added to One of Disney’s Most Thrilling Attractions

Goofy takes on the hilarious job of dinosaur security beside a lifelike dinosaur animatronic, entertaining guests with his antics as they pass by in their ride vehicles and react with laughter and surprise at this playful Disney moment.

The Walt Disney World Resort is home to some of the most thrilling and immersive attractions of any theme park, and some of our favorites can be found right in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. From the drops and run-ins with the Yeti on Expedition Everest to quick getaways from a Carnotaurus on DINOSAUR, this Disney Park is packed with thrills alongside ...

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Returning Home From These Disney Parks Just Got Easier!

Sleeping Beauty Castle at Disneyland with Mickey Mouse alongside a smartphone featuring the Disneyland Car Locator app screen—perfect inspiration for planning your next magical visit.

Arriving to and departing from any Disney Park can be a lengthy process in itself, especially in the case of the Magic Kingdom, which requires Guests to park then board a monorail, ferry boat, or sometimes bus to arrive at the entrance. This design was intended to create a more immersive experience for Guests visiting the Magic Kingdom, as Disneyland ...

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Is the Reopening of Fantasmic! at Disney’s Hollywood Studios Delayed?

Mickey Mouse lights up the Fantasmic stage with sparklers, while Goofy waves enthusiastically from the corner, delighting Disney World guests.

Things are getting back to normal at the Walt Disney World Resort, and we love to see it! This year marked the return of favorite seasonal events like Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party and Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, along with exciting news out of the 2022 D23 Expo. One of the most beloved Walt Disney World experiences, that once took ...

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Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Celebrates the Birth of a Critically Endangered Animal

Zebras graze on the lush grass, joined by a fun Minnie Mouse sticker, while an Addax antelope and its calf explore near a shaded wall at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge.

Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park and Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge are home to roughly 2,000 animals, some of which are critically endangered in the wild. As such, Parks like Disney’s Animal Kingdom are vital to their continued growth in the wild as these facilities raise awareness and educate Guests visiting from all over the world about these amazing creatures. Both ...

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New Themed Rooms Will Replace Pirate Rooms at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort

Ariel and Sebastian bring Disney magic to a Caribbean Beach Resort hotel room, featuring two ship-shaped beds that immerse guests in a whimsical undersea adventure.

Themed Resorts and accommodations are part of what makes a vacation at the Walt Disney World Resort so special. While all Disney Resort hotels continue immersive experiences Guests may associate most with the theme parks, some Resorts go above and beyond in offering themed rooms and suites on top of common areas. At Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort, Pirate-themed rooms had ...

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Tickets Are Going Quickly for One of Disney World’s Most Popular Holiday Events

Mickey and Minnie, dressed in their holiday best, pose by a sparkling Christmas tree during Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party at Magic Kingdom, with Goofy nearby waving to guests.

It might still feel “too soon,” but the holiday season is really right around the corner! Walt Disney World is currently in the midst of the Halloween season, but Christmas festivities will be arriving at the theme parks and Resorts before we know it. This holiday season is set to be the most exciting in recent years with several pre-pandemic ...

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Disney Resellers Are At It Again, This Time at EPCOT’s 40th Anniversary

A guest browses vibrant red shirts at EPCOT, with Donald Duck nearby and the iconic Spaceship Earth gleaming in the background—a scene that resonates with Disney enthusiasts and frequent park shoppers alike.

Today is the 40th anniversary of EPCOT at Walt Disney World (and the 51st anniversary of the entire Resort). Disney celebrated the milestone anniversary of the company’s second Florida theme park by holding a special rededication ceremony this morning and offering unique merchandise, snacks, and complimentary commemorative maps and posters to Guests in attendance. Unfortunately, nearly any special event at ...

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VIDEO: 100-Year-Old Veteran Enjoys a Heartwarming Surprise Trip to Disneyland

A 100-year-old veteran shows off a Minnie Mouse sticker while beaming with pride at the entrance of Disneyland, standing next to the vibrant Mickey Mouse flower bed that greets guests.

Disney Parks are full of magic for both the young, and the young at heart, and this statement was never more true than during a recent trip to the Happiest Place on Earth for a 100-year-old veteran. The trip was made possible thanks to TikToker Isaiah Garza who was once homeless himself and now uses his following to pay it ...

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Disney Resort Delays Reopening Following Hurricane Ian

Goofy welcomes guests on a deck with a round table and chairs set before a charming cabin inspired by Disney’s Treehouse Villas, all nestled among lush, vibrant trees.

Hurricane Ian devastated parts of southern Florida and left severe flooding in the Orlando area when the storm came through as a Category 4 hurricane earlier this week. The Walt Disney World Resort was among the first Central Florida attractions to reopen following the storm, with most Parks, Resorts, and amenities up and running by midday on Friday, September 30. ...

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