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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 Loses 5 Classic Attractions as New Rules Change the Park

A view of Cinderella Castle at dusk in Walt Disney World Free. The castle is illuminated with blue and gold lights, surrounded by people. Trees and lampposts are visible, with the sky gradually transitioning to night. The scene captures a moment of magic and wonder.

Walt Disney World has never been a place that stands still. From the day Magic Kingdom opened in 1971, Disney has constantly updated attractions, replaced aging experiences, and reimagined entire lands. But the latest wave of changes feels different. Instead of one ride closing here or there, guests are watching several longtime Disney experiences disappear within a relatively short period. ...

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Disney’s Latest Bluey Offering Still Isn’t Operating as Originally Planned

Bluey and Bingo greet fans in front of Animal Kingdom’s Tree of Life, surrounded by lush greenery—a Disney must-see for families.

Disney’s Animal Kingdom has spent the past few weeks celebrating one of its newest additions, but guests are still waiting for a key part of the experience to finally open. When Bluey’s Wild World debuted at Rafiki’s Planet Watch, it quickly became one of the park’s most popular family offerings. The limited-time experience brought Bluey and Bingo into the park ...

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Universal Confirms June 9 Will Change Toon Lagoon at Islands of Adventure

A large blue and gold globe with the word "UNIVERSAL" in bold white letters, located at the entrance of Universal Studios theme park.

Guests walking through Toon Lagoon at Islands of Adventure this summer may notice that one of the land’s most recognizable play areas finally looks like itself again. After months hidden behind construction walls and refurbishment work, Me Ship, The Olive is nearing the end of a major refresh project. Universal has now confirmed that June 9 marks the scheduled end ...

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Disney World Debuts New 25% Discount at 7 Disney Springs Hotels

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.

Planning a Walt Disney World vacation isn’t exactly cheap these days. Between park tickets, food, Lightning Lane purchases, and hotel costs, families are always looking for ways to cut expenses without sacrificing the experience. That’s especially true for teachers, who spend most of the year in classrooms before finally getting a chance to enjoy a well-earned summer break. Now, Disney ...

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Disney Replaces The Citrus Blossom With New EPCOT Lounge Experience

Spaceship Earth in EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort

EPCOT visitors may have noticed a subtle but intriguing change taking place in World Celebration. While much of the attention around the park has recently focused on new attractions, upcoming festivals, and ongoing construction projects, a new addition has quietly appeared at one of the park’s most recognizable seasonal locations. Credit: Steven Miller, Flickr The Odyssey Pavilion, which most recently ...

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Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend Gets Major Update Following Sign-Up Failure

runDisney finish line with Mickey and Minnie

For many Disney fans, runDisney events are more than just races. They are vacations, celebrations, personal goals, and traditions shared with friends and family. That is why registration day is often treated almost like a major Disney event itself. Runners set reminders, clear their schedules, and prepare to register the moment sign-ups go live. This week, however, things did not ...

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Disney Springs Confirms Major Replacement for Recently Closed Shopping Location

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 constantly changing. New restaurants open, stores move around, seasonal experiences pop up, and longtime locations sometimes disappear altogether. Even guests who visit Walt Disney World every year usually notice something different every time they stop by the shopping and dining district. Now, another major update is officially on the way. A brand-new retail location is preparing to ...

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Bluey’s Wild World at Animal Kingdom No Longer Drawing the Crowds Disney Expected

Entrance to Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park decorated for Christmas.

Disney’s Animal Kingdom looked ready for absolute chaos when Bluey’s Wild World officially dropped its virtual queue system this week. For days, many Disney World fans assumed the new Bluey experience would become one of the hardest things to do anywhere on property once standby officially launched. The attraction had already generated massive attention after opening on May 26, especially ...

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