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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.

Disneyland Park Adds Iconic Star Wars Character Fans Have Been Waiting For

A family walking through Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge at Disneyland.

Disneyland Park is about to feel a little more like stepping straight into the original Star Wars trilogy—and longtime fans are going to notice the difference almost immediately. Credit: Disney For years, Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge has leaned heavily into the sequel-era timeline. That meant characters like Rey and Kylo Ren defined the experience, while classic icons were mostly left ...

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After 55 Years, Disney Moves to Change Magic Kingdom’s “it’s a small world”

An It’s a Small World character doll in vibrant traditional attire greets guests inside the ride’s playful, carnival-inspired setting.

There are certain attractions at Walt Disney World that go beyond being just rides. They become part of the experience in a way that sticks with you long after you leave the park. And few attractions fit that description better than it’s a small world. Credit: Disney It’s colorful. It’s classic. And of course, it’s home to one of the ...

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Disney Just Made a Move That Could Ease Magic Kingdom Wait Times

Big Thunder Mountain Magic Kingdom

Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is finally making its return—and this time, it’s not just reopening. It’s stepping right back into one of the most important systems at Magic Kingdom, and that could have a ripple effect across the entire park. Credit: Norm Lanier, Flickr After being closed for more than a year, the classic coaster is officially set to reopen ...

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Disney Is Launching Something Big on May 26

Child and parent at Disney's Pop Century

There’s a date this summer that’s starting to stand out more than the rest—and if you’ve been keeping even a casual eye on Walt Disney World, you’ve probably seen it pop up more than once. May 26 isn’t just another day on the calendar. It’s shaping up to be the unofficial kickoff to something Disney is clearly putting a lot ...

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Disney Just Made Another Move on Its Failed Star Wars Hotel

For a while, it felt like Disney just wanted everyone to forget about the Galactic Starcruiser. The ambitious Star Wars-themed hotel arrived with massive expectations, a completely different concept, and a price tag that made headlines almost immediately. It wasn’t just a place to stay—it was an experience. Guests stepped into a fully immersive storyline, interacted with characters, and essentially ...

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Guests Spot New Feature Inside Expedition Everest Before Boarding

The Tree of Life at Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park in front of a clear blue sky.

Walt Disney World’s Animal Kingdom is in the middle of a transformation, and if you’ve been paying attention, you can feel the ripple effects throughout the park. On the surface, it still looks like the same place—lush landscapes, immersive lands, and one of Disney’s most unique park identities. But once you spend a full day there, it becomes clear that ...

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