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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.

Disney World Reopens Hidden Yacht Club Favorite After Nearly 3 Months Behind Walls

Disney's Yacht & Beach Club Resort hotels

There’s something about Disney resort lounges that longtime Walt Disney World fans become oddly attached to. Maybe it’s the atmosphere after a long park day. Maybe it’s the quieter pace compared to the parks themselves. Or maybe it’s just the comfort of knowing there’s a reliable spot waiting nearby where you can grab a drink, relax, and escape the nonstop ...

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Disney Springs Could Become an Even Bigger Nighttime Destination After Summer Opening

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 has spent the last few years evolving far beyond a place where guests simply grab dinner after a long park day. What was once viewed as a shopping and dining district has gradually turned into a full-day destination of its own. Between major restaurants, live entertainment, exclusive merchandise, and nightlife offerings, Disney Springs now pulls massive crowds even ...

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Magic Kingdom Replacing ‘Happily Ever After’ for 3 Nights During 2026 Holiday Rush

Disney's Happily EVer After Fireworks

There are certain Disney World experiences that feel almost untouchable. You expect them to be there every time you visit, operating exactly the way you remember. At Magic Kingdom, few things fit that category more than the nightly fireworks show. Credit: Disney For a lot of guests, that nighttime spectacular is the emotional ending to the entire vacation. Families build ...

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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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