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Chloƫ is a theme park addict and self-proclaimed novelty hunter. She's obsessed with all things Star Wars, loves roller coasters (but hates Pixar Pal-A-Round), and lives for Disney's next Muppets project.

Disney Urgently Recalls Christmas Merchandise, Asks Guests To Return 4,000+ Items

A young child in a yellow shirt excitedly reaches for a plush reindeer in a store. Two adults smile in the background. The store is filled with stuffed toys and costumes, creating a colorful and cheerful atmosphere.

Disney has issued a merchandise recall during one of its peak shopping seasons. Merchandise is always in high demand at Disney parks, holidays or not. In recent years, the parks have introduced virtual queues and exclusive passes to manage the frenzy sparked by new releases. Without these protocols, extreme incidents have seen lines stretch on for as long as eight ...

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Illegal Wheelchair Rentals Disrupt Disney Park as Guests Play Bumper Cars

Shocked Mickey Mouse in front of Dumbo the Flying Elephant at Shanghai Disneyland

Frustration is mounting at one Disney park as an increasing number of young parkgoers rent electric wheelchairs for convenience, creating chaos for other guests. Disney parks worldwide provide mobility aids to accommodate guests unable to endure the extensive walking required to navigate their parks. Electric scooters and wheelchairs are available at Walt Disney World and Disneyland, while Disneyland Paris offers ...

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Rule Change: All Disney Park Guests Must Provide ID, Starting Next Month

A fairytale-like castle with blue-topped towers and ornate spires stands against a partly cloudy sky, reminiscent of the whimsical charm of Zootopia. Decorative street lamps and a fence are visible in the foreground, nestled amid lush greenery.

We now know when one Disney park is implementing its new ID rules, as previously announced in September. As if soaring ticket prices weren’t hard enough, another very real issue for some Disney parks is ticket scalping—the practice of reselling event tickets at inflated prices, often way above the original face value, for profit. At Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney ...

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Is There Any Hope for Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance?

A group of stormtroopers stands in formation inside a futuristic spacecraft. One stormtrooper with a red shoulder pad is in the foreground. A large window shows a view of space with stars and a distant spacecraft.

When it works, Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance is truly one of – if not the best – attractions Disney has ever built. It’s immersive, thrilling, and a borderline technical marvel. But emphasis onĀ whenĀ it works. Since opening, the star attraction of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge has become increasingly well known for its poor temperament. Thanks to the high demand, ...

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More Upcharges: Disney Adds New $22 Paywall for Parade

Mickey and Minnie Disney Christmas

Another day, another pricey paywall hits a Disney park. Though Disney ticket prices keep climbing, guests seem to be getting less bang for their buck. Since COVID-19, perks that were once free—like the Magical Express at Walt Disney World Resort and the FastPass—have disappeared, swapped out for new paid options (like Lightning Lanes) that reshape the park experience. Most recently, ...

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Disney World Christmas Staple Seems To Be Gone for Good – And We Think We Know Why

A large Christmas tree adorned with multicolored lights stands illuminated at night next to a glowing geodesic dome structure. The tree is decorated with festive ornaments, and a streetlamp is visible in the foreground.

It’s been a long five years since we last saw Cinderella Castle Dreamlights at Christmas – and it doesn’t seem likely that we’ll see them again any time soon. First introduced in 2007, the Cinderella Castle Dreamlights transformed Walt Disney World Resort’s iconic castle into a stunning winter wonderland every holiday season. The display featured over 200,000 sparkling LED lights, ...

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Can Disney Improve Attendance? One Park’s Fate Hangs in the Balance

A bustling theme park scene unfolds at Disneyland Paris, with people strolling along a main street lined with shops and green lampposts. In the distance, under a clear blue sky, the iconic castle-like structure stands majestically.

Disney fans are always clamoring for a new theme park, but building one is more complicated than you’d think at one resort. First opened in 1992, Disneyland Paris famously went over budget. While the quality of the OG park rings true today, its financial issues surfaced almost immediately. Attendance lagged, costs soared, and cultural missteps left some European visitors disconnected ...

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