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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."

Disney Hints at the Return of This Classic Magic Kingdom Attraction

One classic Walt Disney World attraction has remained closed due to  the construction on the new TRON Lightcycle / Run attraction coming to the Magic Kingdom. Since construction began on the Disney Park’s newest coaster, the Walt Disney World Railroad has been closed to Guests to accommodate work taking taking place along the tracks near Tomorrowland. It has been a ...

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The One Way Guests Can Still Watch ‘Happily Ever After’ at Walt Disney World

Missing Disney’s iconic Happily Ever After fireworks show? This fan-favorite nighttime fireworks spectacular debuted in the Magic Kingdom following the final run of Wishes in 2017, only to be discontinued at the start of Walt Disney World’s 50th anniversary celebration in October 2021. Of course, a lot changed in those couple of years, including a major closure of all Disney’s ...

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Permits Filed to Begin Dismantling Fan-Favorite Disney Hotel Rooms

Walt Disney World has been adding additional theming to its hotel rooms over the past couple of years, with rooms at Disney’s Contemporary Resort being redesigned with a motif inspired by The Incredibles (2004) and Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort taking on a new Moana (2016)-inspired look. The updates to Disney’s deluxe Resorts have been more subtle, with Disney’s moderate Resorts ...

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Record High Temps in Orlando Continue; Here’s How to Stay Cool (& Safe!) at Walt Disney World

Olaf melting in front of Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom

It is no surprise that the summer months can be brutally hot in Central Florida, but this week has been recordbreaking in terms of the high temperatures in the Orlando area. With the “feels like” temperature dipping over 100 degrees multiple days this week and 95+ degree days to continue in the week ahead, Guests visiting Walt Disney World may ...

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Everything You Need to Know About Disney’s MagicBand+

Disney just released new details on MagicBand+ the exciting update to this classic Disney Park accessory. With its launch date at the Walt Disney World Resort right around the corner, we’re taking a look at the differences between MagicBand+ and Disney’s original MagicBand, what you need to know about getting yours, all of its new features, and whether or not ...

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New Chaperone Policy Announced for Knott’s Berry Farm; Will Disney Parks Follow?

Increased incidents at theme parks have led to new policies across the country, and the latest update comes from Knott’s Berry Farm in Buena Park, CA. We have seen more instances of fights breaking out among Guests at Walt Disney World and the Disneyland Resort, and Knott’s Berry Farm has been dealing with their own issues resulting from physical altercations ...

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Launch Date & New Features Confirmed for MagicBand+ at Walt Disney World

MagicBand+ is coming to Walt Disney World, and we are thrilled to have the details on what this all-new version of our favorite interactive accessory will include AND when you can expect to see it rolled out at Disney Parks and Resorts (it might be sooner than you think!) MagicBand+ will come with all of the features Guests already know ...

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Another Brawl Between Guests Caught on Camera at Walt Disney World

Walt Disney World is “The Most Magical Place on Earth,” but sometimes that magic can have a difficult time holding up if a fight breaks out between Guests. Unfortunately, we have seen an increase in these types of incidents in recent years, and especially since the Disney Parks reopened in 2020. The latest fight at a Walt Disney World theme ...

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Why Is There Pink Water on the Jungle Cruise?

The Jungle Cruise is one of the most classic and beloved Disney theme park attractions, offering Guests a slow-moving ride into the jungle complete with only the best jokes and puns by talented Skippers. While regulars at both Disneyland Park and the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World have likely ridden this attraction numerous times, have you ever noticed anything ...

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These Are the Gift Shops You Can’t Miss in Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Disney's Animal Kingdom shops

Did you know Disney’s Animal Kingdom offers some of the best shopping experiences anywhere at Walt Disney World? From handmade authentic artwork from Asia and Africa to one-of-a-kind Disney souvenirs, Disney’s Animal Kingdom has it all, and some of our best purchases from this Disney Park have come from some unexpected places. If you’re a shopper who is heading to ...

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