Big changes are on the horizon for Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. Star Wars may be one of the most popular franchises of all time, but its respective theme park land has garnered mixed reactions since debuting in 2019. Located at both Disneyland Resort in California and Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, the land transports guests to the remote Black ...
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Major EPCOT Overhaul Sparks Debate as Disney Shifts Focus After 42 Years
Guests are questioning some of Disney’s most recent updates to its second-oldest theme park in Florida. It’s common knowledge among Disney fans that the EPCOT we know and love (or, in the case of some people, love to hate) today is totally different to what was originally envisioned by Walt Disney himself. Walt’s version of the “Experimental Prototype Community of ...
Read More »Disney Pauses Ride Overhauls, Brings Back Classic Attraction After 33 Years
Disney is on something of a roll with tweaking its classic attractions lately, which is what makes its latest effort so suprising. While Disney is home to some of the most beloved rides in theme park history, even its most iconic attractions aren’t totally immune to change. In recent years, Disney has made it clear that no ride is off-limits ...
Read More »Disney Ending Controversial Parade Viewing Policy in February
The rules are changing for paid viewing of parades and shows at two Disney parks in February. While Disney’s theme parks are full of rides, attractions, and character experiences, it’s often the shows that set them apart from their competitors. From Disneyland Resort to Tokyo Disney Resort, you can find everything from Broadway-style productions and dinner shows to daytime and ...
Read More »Disney Reportedly Exploring Plans for a New Park Concept
After years of rumors, we may have some inkling of when and where Disney will build a new theme park. Disney currently boasts six theme park resorts worldwide (five, if we’re being technical, given that Tokyo Disney Resort is operated by The Oriental Land Company), but fans continue to clamor for the next big expansion. Where Will Disney Build Its ...
Read More »The Rise and Fall of Disneyland’s ‘Guardians of the Galaxy’ Ride
Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: BREAKOUT! isn’t in the best shape, as per recent visitors to Disneyland Resort. It’s been over seven years since Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: BREAKOUT! first launched at Disney California Adventure on May 27, 2017, transforming the former Twilight Zone Tower of Terror into a high-energy Marvel thrill ride. The attraction quickly became ...
Read More »Racism at Disneyland: Guests Report Troubling Encounters in the Parks
Disneyland Resort, often celebrated as “The Happiest Place on Earth,” is facing scrutiny as guests report an alarming increase in racist behavior within its parks. While Disney’s carefully crafted environment promotes inclusion and magic for all, the actions of parkgoers remain beyond the company’s direct control. Disney’s park rules explicitly require all visitors to “show common courtesy to fellow Guests ...
Read More »We Admit It: We’re Sick of Disney World’s Water Park Fiasco
Disney World’s water parks have long been a unique offering in the theme park industry, but their post-pandemic operation has left many fans (us included) feeling frustrated. Once a year-round escape from the Florida heat, Blizzard Beach and Typhoon Lagoon now function on a rotational schedule that limits guest access and raises questions about the long-term viability of this approach. ...
Read More »Who Will Play Rapunzel? Disney’s Choice for ‘Tangled’ Finally Revealed
Disney’s top choice for Rapunzel in its upcoming Tangled (2010) remake has been revealed. If you can count on one thing from Disney on the big screen, it’s a live-action remake. Over the past decade or so, the studio has slowly worked its way through its back catalog to recreate some of its most popular animations – with some proving more popular ...
Read More »Disney’s Ultra-Exclusive Club 33 Closes for Renovations, Walls Erected
Disney has shuttered one of its Club 33 locations, with walls erected around the ultra-exclusive restaurant. Club 33 is Disney’s most exclusive retreat, hidden in plain sight within its theme parks. Originally conceived by Walt Disney as a VIP lounge for dignitaries and corporate sponsors, this private club has become a legend among Disney enthusiasts. Of course, this doesn’t come ...
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