Universal Orlando Resort has retracted a previously announced benefit for its Premier Passholders just weeks ahead of the opening of its newest theme park, Epic Universe. The change comes after a post in Universal’s official Annual Passholder Facebook group stated that the Express Pass after 4 p.m. benefit—currently available at Universal Studios Florida and Islands of Adventure—would also apply to ...
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Disney Sparks Mass Disappointment After Finally Unveiling Its First-Ever ‘Up’ Ride
Disney has unveiled its first Up (2009) attraction. Disney’s theme parks may differ in layout, culture, and local flair, but one thing unites them all: a deep reliance on beloved intellectual property. While a handful of original attractions still exist, recent years have seen Disney double down on IP-driven experiences across all its resorts. That’s certainly the case at Walt Disney ...
Read More »New Treasure Hunt Coming to Disneyland Paris, Inspired by ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’
Not every Disney classic gets a second act—but in 2025, Pirates of the Caribbean will. More than three decades after the ride first debuted at Disneyland Paris, Disney is bringing new life to the beloved franchise with a story-driven expansion designed not for theaters or cruise ships, but for the winding caves of Adventure Isle. Slated to launch in autumn ...
Read More »Disney’s Worst-Rated Hotel To Be Reimagined in 2026
Not every Disney hotel tells a story worth revisiting. While Disney prides itself on turning overnight stays into immersive experiences, not all of its properties have aged with the same care—or fanfare. In Paris, one long-standing hotel has become a symbol of missed potential. Now, after years of complaints and falling ratings, Disney is finally rewriting the narrative. Disneyland Paris ...
Read More »As Universal Moves On, ‘Harry Potter’ Finds a New Home in Chicago
Harry Potter has officially landed on the Magnificent Mile. The long-awaited Harry Potter Shop opened its doors at 676 N. Michigan Avenue, marking the third standalone store of its kind in the world and only the second in the United States. With locations already in London and New York, the Chicago shop brings a new level of immersive retail to ...
Read More »No Jabba, No Problem: George Lucas’s Original ‘Star Wars’ Is Back
The force is stirring—but not in the way fans might expect. Before the Jedi Order fell, before Grogu ever sipped bone broth, before the Special Editions rewrote history frame by frame, Star Wars existed in a pure, unaltered form. And now, nearly 50 years after its debut, that version is finally returning to the big screen. Since its release in ...
Read More »This 26-Year-Old Universal Orlando Resort Land Might Be Due for a Rethink
When Islands of Adventure opened its gates in 1999, Seuss Landing stood out as its primary land built entirely for younger guests. Whimsical, vibrant, and filled with curved lines and storybook references, it offered a playful counterpoint to the thrill rides found elsewhere in the park. More than two decades later, much of that spirit remains intact – even if ...
Read More »Disney Cruise Line Unveils 5 Major Ship Changes After 13 Legendary Years
After 13 years, one Disney Cruise Line ship is undergoing some major updates. Launched in 1996 as a subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company, Disney Cruise Line has grown into a major player in the family cruise market. Its first ship, Disney Magic, debuted in 1998, followed by Disney Wonder the next year. Today, the fleet consists of six equally ...
Read More »Here’s Every Surprise Change Heading to Disney Cruise Line Ship
Since joining the fleet in 2012, the Disney Fantasy has become a staple of the Disney Cruise Line experience—equal parts floating resort and character-filled escape. The ship has long been praised for its attention to detail, family-forward programming, and signature attractions like the AquaDuck water coaster. But after more than a decade at sea, Disney is finally pulling back the ...
Read More »New Universal UK Theme Park Leaves Out ‘Harry Potter,’ Fans Outraged
When rumors first started spreading that Universal was building a theme park in the United Kingdom, it was the kind of move that felt both long overdue and quietly seismic. The company has made billions transporting fans into cinematic universes, and the UK—home to some of the most globally recognizable stories—seemed like a natural next step. This week, we finally ...
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