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Brittni is a Disney and Universal fan; one of her favorite things at both parks is collecting popcorn buckets. While at Disney World Resort, Brittni meets the princesses and rides Kilimanjaro Safaris. At Universal, Brittni enjoys the Minions and watching Animal Actors on Location! When not at Disney World Resort or Universal Orlando, Brittni spends time with her family and pets.

Walt Disney World Faces Red Flag Warning as Central Florida Temperatures Near Historic Levels

Donald Duck, wearing a blue sailor outfit and red bow tie, gestures with one hand raised in front of a colorful castle. Red exclamation marks and a warning triangle are overlaid on the image.

Central Florida is getting hit with some brutal weather, and Walt Disney World guests are feeling it in a big way today. A dangerous combination of record-breaking heat, dry air, and gusty winds has pushed the region into Red Flag Warning territory, creating conditions that are not only uncomfortable but potentially dangerous for anyone spending long hours outside at the ...

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Disney Springs Loses 10-Year Storefront as New Tenant Emerges in Permit Filing

A tall water tower with "Disney Springs" written on it stands against a partly cloudy sky. Palm trees and a white building with a bell tower are visible in the background.

Disney Springs is losing another longtime storefront, and the replacement could say a lot about where the shopping and dining district is headed next. Over the last few years, Disney Springs has continued evolving, with new restaurants, retail brands, and entertainment offerings constantly rotating in and out. Some changes have been massive, while others have quietly reshaped entire sections of ...

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Disney’s $119 Halloween Party Nights Could Be the Perfect Time to Go

Mickey Mouse dressed in a purple and orange Halloween costume, featuring a top hat and a cape, stands outside, smiling and striking a pose. The background is a blurred, illuminated theme park setting, possibly at night.

If you’ve ever looked at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party and thought, “That looks amazing… but when should I actually go?”—you’re not alone. Picking the right date can completely change your experience. The party itself is packed with exclusive entertainment, rare characters, and some of the best seasonal atmosphere Disney creates all year. But not every night delivers the same experience. ...

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Disneyland Suspends Cash Payments After 70 Years

Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse in front of Sleeping Beauty Castle at Disneyland Park

Paying for a Mickey-shaped pretzel or a Dole Whip at Disneyland has always involved the same reliable sequence: dig for your wallet, count out cash or swipe a card, pocket the change, and move on with your snack. For decades, both options have been available at the outdoor carts and stands that populate the park. That is changing, and depending ...

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Disney Confirms 5 Changes Made to Big Thunder Mountain in 2026 Opening

two guests outside big thunder mountain

Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is finally back, and after spending well over a year behind construction walls, it’s clear this wasn’t just a routine refurbishment. Disney took one of Magic Kingdom’s most iconic coasters and gave it a full-scale refresh designed to keep it running for decades to come—while also making a few noticeable changes that guests are already talking ...

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Big Thunder Mountain Returns After 16-Month Closure With Key Changes

Entrance sign for Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at a theme park, with lanterns hanging and a wait time display reading "40 minutes." Red Mickey Mouse balloons are visible in the foreground.

Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is finally back, and after spending well over a year behind construction walls, it’s clear this wasn’t just a routine refurbishment. Disney took one of Magic Kingdom’s most iconic coasters and gave it a full-scale refresh designed to keep it running for decades to come—while also making a few noticeable changes that guests are already talking ...

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