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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 Disney Springs Dining Location Is Set to Close Next Month

Signage for Disney Springs

The Walt Disney World Resort is home to some of the most delicious eats around. From snack kiosks to signature dining experiences, the Resort offers something for nearly every taste and budget when it comes to Disney’s foodie scene. And many of the best eats do not even require a theme park ticket, as Disney Springs is home to some ...

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Walt Disney World to Offer Complimentary Figment Souvenir to Select Guests

Figment EPCOT

EPCOT’s beloved purple dragon Figment has continued to grow in popularity in recent years, prompting Disney to announce that he will eventually have his own character meet and greet and even a full-length film. As the unofficial mascot of EPCOT’s seasonal festivals, Disney fans can usually track down some merchandise featuring Figment, but one such souvenir will soon be available ...

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Auliʻi Cravalho Shares Major News on Live-Action ‘Moana’

Moana

Disney is moving ahead with several live-action adaptations of its hit animated films, one of which being Moana. The original animated version of Moana (2016) has remained one of the most-watched films on Disney+, lending to the title character’s latest addition to the theme parks in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Now, as additional details are revealed as to what fans can ...

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Why the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Failed and How Disney Could Fix It

A group of people stand at the entrance of a futuristic room reminiscent of Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser. An extraterrestrial figure dressed in colorful attire gesticulates while facing them, set against a backdrop of vibrant lights and sleek, sci-fi interiors.

On May 18, 2023, Disney dropped the bombshell announcement that the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser will take its final voyage this September. The 100-room immersive Halycon ship had only been immersing Guests in the Star Wars universe since last March, but bookings have been dwindling for months. Well ahead of the closure announcement, Disney began removing some of the Starcruiser’s ...

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Is Disney Actually Planning to Keep DinoLand U.S.A.? This Update Might Share Some Insight

DinoLand U.S.A. at Disney's Animal Kingdom

DinoLand U.S.A. has been rumored to be on the chopping block at Walt Disney World, and Disney has even hinted that a replacement is a real possibility for this uniquely pre-historic-themed land. With no confirmation that DinoLand will be closed, however, one recent update has us wondering if this Animal Kingdom staple could have a longer lifespan than some originally ...

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Disney to Permanently Close Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser

Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser

As Disney’s premium immersive experience aboard the Halcyon, the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser, only opened in March 2022, but today, the company announced it will be permanently closing. The two-night experience perfect for diehard Star Wars fans had been controversial since it began due to its high price points (of roughly $4,500 for the two-night stay.) Despite several amenities, including ...

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The Tips You Need to Find Discounted Disney Parks Merchandise at Burlington

Burlington DIsney Merchandise Feature Image

Did you know discounted Disney Parks merchandise can sometimes be found closer to home? You may be aware of Joffrey’s ground coffee flavors that occasionally make their way to TJ Maxx or HomeGoods, but there is one more national retailer that has been a great place to find items from the theme parks near home. RELATED: Disney Just Launched Massive Discounts ...

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Disney World Confirms Start Date for Live-Action ‘Little Mermaid’ Character Experience

Halley Bailey Ariel Meet and Greet Feature Image

Disney’s latest live-action adaptation of one of its classic animated films is set to debut next week when The Little Mermaid (2023) releases in theaters on May 26, 2023. The film, starring Halle Bailey as the title character, has inspired an upcoming character meet and greet experience at Disney Parks, and we’ve got all the details for how you can ...

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Disney Enhances Festival of Fantasy Parade, But Some Performers Are Still Missing

Disney's Festival of Fantasy Parade dragon

Disney’s Festival of Fantasy Parade is a must-do for many Guests visiting the Magic Kingdom, but things have not quite been the same since the Park reopened during the pandemic. As the Park continues to return to normal, we have the latest update on the iconic parade. Like nearly all areas of operations at Walt Disney World (and most businesses ...

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Beloved Character Meet & Greet Finally Returns to Tomorrowland

The Walt Disney World Resort is getting closer and closer to how it was pre-pandemic every day, and the latest update has brought back a much-beloved character meet and greet experience for the first time since 2020. The Magic Kingdom has always been home to some of the most popular character experiences at Walt Disney World, with many Guests planning ...

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