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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 Installs New Barriers Inside EPCOT Ahead of Summer Event

A monorail glides over a scenic park with vibrant flower beds and floating floral decorations on a sunny day.

Walt Disney World is getting ready to roll out another limited-time perk just for Annual Passholders, and if you’ve been inside EPCOT recently, you may have already noticed something unusual taking shape. It’s not a new ride or a major construction project—but it is one of those subtle changes that hints at something exclusive happening behind the scenes. Credit: Disney ...

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Disney World Hotels Face Widespread Disruptions Ahead of Peak Travel Season

A happy woman and child hold hands near vibrant Disney character statues, as Disney World enforces new vendor policies.

Walt Disney World is heading into one of its busiest construction seasons in recent memory—and if you’re staying on property this summer, it’s something you’ll want to understand before you arrive. The resorts are still open. Guests are still checking in every day. But behind the scenes—and in some cases, right out in the open—there’s a massive wave of refurbishment ...

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Disneyland Begins Major Comeback With Ride Reopenings

Mickey's Fun Wheel and Incredicoaster at dusk.

Disneyland Resort has gone through a pretty heavy stretch of ride closures this year, and if you’ve been following along, you’ve probably noticed how different parts of the parks have felt a little… incomplete. Between refurbishments and temporary shutdowns, it hasn’t exactly been the easiest time to experience everything in one trip. But that’s finally starting to change. Credit: Disney ...

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Disney’s New $25 Ticket Offer Could Be the Best Value of Summer 2026

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Walt Disney World is doing something a little different this summer—and if you’re not paying attention, you could easily miss it. Credit: Viictor Mendes, Flickr While most guests focus on ride wait times, Lightning Lane strategies, and what’s happening inside the parks, Disney has started building out something much bigger across the entire resort. It’s not just about attractions anymore. ...

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Disney World Pulls Back on Animal Kingdom Offerings During Major Changes

Disneyland Animal Kingdom

It’s a strange feeling walking into Disney’s Animal Kingdom during what should be one of its most celebratory times of the year… and realizing something is missing. Credit: Lee (myfrozenlife), Flickr For longtime fans, Earth Day isn’t just another date on the calendar—it’s the park’s birthday. Since opening in 1998, Animal Kingdom has always used April 22 as a moment ...

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These Are the Most Affordable Days at Disney World in 2027 So Far

Reimagined EPCOT merchandise

Planning a Disney World vacation that doesn’t completely drain your wallet takes a little strategy—but if you’re aiming for 2027, there’s actually a pretty clear pattern already forming. Ticket pricing, crowd levels, and even seasonal trends are all lining up in ways that make certain times of the year far more budget-friendly than others. If you’re flexible with your dates, ...

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Disney Confirms New Waterfront Resort Near Magic Kingdom for 2027

Disney Magic Kingdom

Something new is rising along the shores of Bay Lake—and if you’ve been paying attention to Walt Disney World’s long-term plans, you already know this isn’t just another hotel project. This is one of those additions that feels like it could reshape how guests think about staying on Disney property, especially for those who want something a little quieter and ...

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