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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 Breaks Up Longstanding Princess Fairytale Hall Meet-and-Greet Format

Cinderella greets guests with a smile inside Princess Fairytale Hall, set among elegant curtains and rich wood paneling.

Meeting Disney Princesses is one of the most popular experiences at Magic Kingdom, especially for families with young children. For many guests, a visit to Princess Fairytale Hall ranks just as high as riding attractions or watching the fireworks. That’s why even a small change inside the attraction tends to get noticed quickly. Credit: Disney Dining Now, Walt Disney World ...

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Florida’s Summer Heat Is Back: 12 Walt Disney World Locations Guests Need Right Now

Finding Nemo: The Big Blue...and Beyond

A Walt Disney World vacation is filled with unforgettable attractions, incredible entertainment, and plenty of walking. What many first-time visitors don’t fully anticipate, however, is just how intense the Florida heat can be. Credit: Lee, Flickr Even during seasons outside of summer, Central Florida regularly delivers high temperatures and humidity levels that can quickly drain energy from both kids and ...

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Walt Disney World’s Most Miserable Month Has Become Its Biggest Crowd Loophole

Sunset hues cast a dramatic backdrop over the iconic cinderella castle and the statue of walt disney and mickey mouse at a bustling disney theme park.

For many Disney fans, July is the month they immediately cross off their vacation calendar. The Florida heat is intense. Afternoon thunderstorms roll through with little warning. Humidity can make even short walks feel exhausting. By midday, stepping onto the pavement at Walt Disney World can feel like opening an oven door. Yet despite all those challenges, July remains one ...

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Disney Pulls Back Disneyland Attraction Reopening One Day Before Return

Guests on Main Street, U.S.A., at Disneyland Park.

Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind has been unavailable to guests since February, when Disney California Adventure temporarily closed the attraction for refurbishment. The ride’s downtime stretched across much of the spring and into the beginning of summer, leaving many Pixar fans eager for its return. Disney had previously indicated that June 18 would mark the attraction’s reopening. For guests planning upcoming ...

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Disney World Warns Thousands of Guests They May Lose Resort Transportation Access on June 28

Four young adults walk outside, smiling and holding shopping bags, near a large colorful sign that says “Be Healthy Be Well.” They chat about Disney Shopping Tips as they stroll through the vibrant shopping area with stores and trees in the background.

A trip to Disney Springs has long offered Walt Disney World guests a convenient way to shop, dine, and enjoy entertainment without needing a park ticket. For many visitors, it has also become an unofficial transportation hub that provided access to various Disney Resort hotels throughout the property. That long-standing routine is about to change. Credit: Anthony Quintano, Flickr Over ...

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Disney’s Hollywood Studios Removes Original Chinese Theatre Courtyard Features After 37 Years

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Guests walking through Disney’s Hollywood Studios this week may notice something new sitting in front of one of the park’s most recognizable landmarks. The Chinese Theatre has welcomed millions of visitors over the years and serves as the home of Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway. It remains one of the most photographed locations at Walt Disney World, drawing guests throughout ...

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Disney Springs’ Largest New Addition in Years Just Revealed Its Next Move

Level99 at Disney Springs

Disney Springs is about to welcome one of its biggest new additions in years, and after months of anticipation, guests finally know when they can step inside. Level99, the interactive gaming and challenge venue taking over the former NBA Experience building, has officially announced that it will open at Disney Springs on June 29. The highly anticipated attraction has been ...

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Walt Disney World Reveals Biggest Magic Kingdom Hours Change of the Summer

A family stands watching Luminous a Symphony of us at Epcot

If you’re planning a Walt Disney World vacation around the Fourth of July, Disney just gave guests another reason to be excited. As one of the busiest vacation periods of the summer approaches, Walt Disney World has officially extended operating hours across several of its theme parks. The biggest change impacts Magic Kingdom, where guests will now have significantly more ...

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Disney’s Contemporary Resort Draws Emergency Response After Frightening Incident

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A frightening situation unfolded at Walt Disney World on June 15 after a near-drowning incident was reported in the area of Disney’s Contemporary Resort, one of the resort’s most popular hotels located just steps away from Magic Kingdom. While details remain limited, the incident serves as another reminder of the importance of water safety during one of the busiest and ...

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A Major Shift May Be Coming to Animal Kingdom’s New Experience

Mickey and Minnie at Adventures Outpost in Animal Kingdom

Disney’s Animal Kingdom has always been different from the other Walt Disney World parks. While thrill rides and character experiences draw plenty of attention across the resort, Animal Kingdom continues to stand apart because of its focus on wildlife and conservation. Credit: Edited by Inside the Magic Now, Disney is preparing to take one of its newest animal experiences to ...

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