It’s nearly time to say goodbye to DinoLand U.S.A., but for once, that’s not why we’re ranting. Disney’s Animal Kingdom is counting down the days until its quirkiest land goes extinct. The area, known for its nostalgic charm, will soon be replaced by the bright and vibrant Tropical Americas, complete with new attractions based on Encanto (2021) and Indiana Jones. ...
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It’s Official: Disney Taking Mickey Mouse’s Replacement to the Next Level
Disney is ramping up its focus on Duffy and Friends, elevating the lovable characters as key rivals to Mickey Mouse within its theme parks. While Duffy the Disney Bear didn’t quite take off when he was first introduced at Walt Disney World Resort back in 2002, he’s emerged as the star attraction of Disney’s Asian parks in the years since. ...
Read More »Guests Shocked as Disney Serves Moldy Meal With No Apology
If you think you’ve had a bad meal at Disney before, think again – one guest was served mold. Some people are at Disney for the rides, some people are there for the characters, but some people (cough, us) are there for the food. Disney’s theme parks have seriously upped their culinary skills in recent years, with standout dishes at ...
Read More »Disney (Finally!) Fixes EPCOT Centerpiece After a Year of Darkness
It’s been a long time coming, but Disney has finally fixed one of EPCOT’s newest features. Pre-pandemic, Disney spent a long time hyping up its rejuvenation of EPCOT. Having been sorely neglected for years compared to the other three theme parks on property, it was announced at the 2019 D23 Expo that Walt Disney World Resort’s second-oldest park was set ...
Read More »Guests “Angry,” Claim Disney Park Is Pushing $100+ Princess Meet and Greets
One Disney resort’s princess meet-and-greet is leaving guests frustrated. Meet and greets have long been a key part of the Disney park experience, with everyone from Mickey Mouse to Moana generating plenty of hype among guests. Over the years, some character experiences have proven more popular than others. For example, when Figment made his long-awaited return to EPCOT’s Journey into ...
Read More »New Rules: Today Marks Day One of Disney Park’s Stricter Entry Procedures
One Disney park has made an amendment to its entry rules, effective today. Guest behavior has been a contentious issue at Disney’s theme parks lately. In recent years, it feels like we’ve heard of more cases where Disney parkgoers have pushed the limits when it comes to interacting with fellow guests, listening to cast members, and just generally following the ...
Read More »The Fall of Disney World’s Beloved ‘Guardians of the Galaxy’ Ride
Just two years after its debut, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind is already struggling at Walt Disney World Resort. Opened in May 2022, the ride serves as a flagship attraction of modern-day EPCOT (by which we mean: Disney’s new IP-ified EPCOT), blending adrenaline-pumping thrills with the humor and energy of Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy franchise. This state-of-the-art roller ...
Read More »December 10 Change: Disney Overhauls Park Entry System After Guest Abuse
One Disney theme park has just updated its park entry rules after reports of guests abusing the system en masse. Next year marks the 70th anniversary of Disney’s theme park empire, a milestone shaped by significant transformations over the decades. Gone are the days of $1 entry—by 2025, a single-day ticket to Disney World will cost as much as $199. ...
Read More »Government Mandates Disney Parks Sales on January 8, New Details Revealed
The dates have been revealed for a government-mandated sale at two Disney parks. When “Disney” and “prices” appear in the same sentence, it’s usually for one reason and one reason only: things have become more expensive. From park tickets to merchandise and iconic Mickey Premium Bars, the cost of enjoying a Disney vacation has surged in recent years. A one-day ...
Read More »New ‘Indiana Jones’ Sees Harrison Ford’s Legacy Replaced in Classic Scene
The Indiana Jones franchise continues to evolve, with a significant shift taking place in its latest installment, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle. It’s been over 40 years since Raiders of the Lost Ark premiered, but the Indiana Jones franchise is still chugging along. Last year, the fifth cinematic installment, Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny (2024) saw Ford ...
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