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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 Confirms This Beloved Character Will Be Featured in Tiana’s Bayou Adventure

Rendering of Mama Odie on Tiana's Bayou Adventure

After lots of speculation, Disney has confirmed that an iconic character (along with several others) will make appearances in Tiana’s Bayou Adventure. Inspired by The Princess and the Frog (2009), Tiana’s Bayou Adventure will pick up after the final kiss shared in the film by Princess Tiana and Prince Naveen. The attraction, which will use the same ride system as ...

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Disney Confirms Closing Date for Splash Mountain

Disneyland Splash Mountain

Splash Mountain is on its way out of Disney Parks and an all-new experience inspired by Disney’s The Princess and the Frog (2009) is in the works. Changes are in the works across several Disney Parks this year, and for the Magic Kingdom and Disneyland Park one of the most noticeable is the permanent closure of Splash Mountain. Preparations have ...

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New Experiences Arrive at Disney’s Animal Kingdom This Month

Disney's Animal Kingdom

This year has already been an eventful one for the Walt Disney World Resort, and the attention is about to turn toward Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The Resort recently wrapped up its 50th-anniversary celebration on March 31, 2023, and is now in the midst of Disney100, which celebrates the 100th anniversary of the Walt Disney Company. In the Magic Kingdom, Tomorrowland ...

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You Can Still Participate in the Sold Out Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend

runDisney

Registration for the 2024 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend opened up on the official runDisney website this morning, April 11, 2023, but all events have already sold out. Here’s how you can still participate. The Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend is the most popular runDisney event, offering Guests the opportunity to complete road races through Disney Parks while supporting a ...

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Disney’s $100 Magic Kingdom Photo Sessions Just Got an Upgrade

Magic Kingdom Capture Your Moment - Feature

Capturing your Walt Disney World vacation memories is a must during any trip to “The Most Magical Place on Earth,” and with several different photo packages available, it’s easier than ever. Stopping for a photo with Disney’s PhotoPass photographers is the easiest way to ensure that everyone gets in the picture at Walt Disney World. Whether you purchase just one ...

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Disney World Has Begun Removing Its Biggest Eyesore

Sunset Epcot World Showcase

A new nighttime spectacular is in the works at Walt Disney World, and as a result, one of the most loathed sights at the Resort is finally going away… Disney has been changing up its fireworks shows recently following the conclusion of the Resort’s 50th-anniversary celebration. The festivities kicked off on October 1, 2021, and after 18 months, came to ...

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‘Rogers: The Musical’ Opening Date Revealed

Rogers the Musical

Some of the best attractions at Disney Parks are actually live performances, not rides. And one of the most highly-anticipated musical attractions, especially for fans of Marvel, is currently in the works. Shows have been a major part of the Disney Parks experience since the opening of Disneyland in 1955. Between parades, fireworks, Audio-Animatronics shows, 3D shows, and live musical ...

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