Disney Tips Your Guide To A Great Disney Vacation

Disney parks vary across the world, but few boast as many unique quirks as Tokyo Disney Resort. The resort – which is owned by The Oriental Land Company, not Disney – operates differently in many ways. This extends to guest behavior, with an unwritten rule applying to parade viewing. The seated parade policy at Tokyo Disneyland isn’t a niche tradition. ...

One of Disney’s biggest franchises is getting a surprising update. When Star Wars: A New Hope premiered in 1977, it introduced audiences to Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia, Han Solo, Darth Vader, Obi-Wan Kenobi, and a galaxy that would redefine blockbuster filmmaking. The original film launched a franchise that now spans movies, Disney+ series, novels, comics, video games, and theme park ...

A seasonal Disney tradition has officially begun. Haunted Mansion has disappeared from one Disney park’s lineup, but only temporarily. Haunted Mansion Goes Dark for Seasonal Change As of August 4, Haunted Mansion at Tokyo Disneyland is officially closed to guests. The attraction is expected to remain unavailable through September 14, with Disney using the downtime to prepare the ride for ...

Gone are the days when alcohol was a rarity at Disney parks. Over the years, alcoholic beverages have become increasingly available across the company’s theme parks worldwide. At one location, however, guests must follow a surprising policy. While other non-castle parks have sold alcohol for a while, it took over 60 years for stiff drinks to hit menus at Disneyland ...

Disney has confirmed the return of two shows at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Fantasmic! is currently the primary entertainment at the theme park, often performed twice per night – typically 9 p.m. and 10.30 p.m. – at the Hollywood Hills Amphitheater. Credit: Disney During the day, Hollywood Studios offers a broader mix of live entertainment, including Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular!, ...

The happy haunts are preparing to disappear from two Disney parks. Haunted Mansion has spent decades balancing humor with horror. Guests board Doom Buggies before passing a rattling coffin, Madame Leota’s séance, transparent ballroom dancers, and a graveyard occupied by some of Disney’s most enthusiastic ghosts. The attraction has several versions worldwide, but no two are identical. Disneyland’s original resembles ...

A routine summer afternoon at SeaWorld came to an abrupt halt yesterday. SeaWorld San Diego is part marine-life park and part thrill destination, pairing orca and dolphin presentations with roller coasters including Emperor, Electric Eel, Manta, and Arctic Rescue. Its extended summer calendar also keeps guests inside the Mission Bay park well into the evening. The 2026 season has included ...

Disney has pulled a much-hyped Muppets addition from Disney’s Hollywood Studios, with cast members claiming that it is unclear when – or if – it will return. Earlier this year, Disney debuted Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets at the park. The reimagined attraction replaced Aerosmith with Kermit, Miss Piggy, and the Electric Mayhem, giving the high-speed indoor coaster a ...

One of EPCOT’s most elaborate rooftops is disappearing piece by piece. World Showcase has always relied on architecture as much as attractions. Its 11 country pavilions encircle a 1.3-mile promenade, using restaurants, shops, entertainment, and carefully recreated landmarks to transport guests without leaving Walt Disney World. Credit: Disney Germany has been part of that lineup since EPCOT opened on October ...

Disney has added a $22 paywall for those hoping to secure the best view of a popular parade, starting September 16. Multiple paywalls and upcharges have arrived at Disney parks in recent years. Free FastPass was replaced by paid Lightning Lane access, while Walt Disney World’s Premier Pass can cost roughly $129 to $449 per person for one-time entry to ...