Disney Tips Your Guide To A Great Disney Vacation

Disney has permanently closed the Trading Post Refreshments bar in EPCOT’s Canada Pavilion as of February 27, 2026. This closure removes another cultural experience from Walt Disney World and adds to the growing concern among fans about the loss of offerings that were meant to celebrate world cultures through storytelling and real experiences. The Trading Post bar was a quick-service ...

Hallmark has announced the completion of filming for Holiday Ever After: A Disney World Wish Come True, the first Christmas movie shot at Walt Disney World. Production took place over three months, from early December 2025 to late February 2026. The film will premiere during Hallmark Channel’s 17th annual Countdown to Christmas in 2026 and was filmed at iconic locations ...

CrazyShake by Black Tap will replace Sprinkles at Disney Springs, opening March 2, 2026, in the former cupcake shop’s location. The pop-up will offer indulgent, photogenic milkshakes featuring over-the-top candy and cookie toppings. Unlike other recent full-service restaurants, CrazyShake will operate as a grab-and-go window, focusing solely on milkshakes. The pop-up will open at noon daily and operate for an ...

A former Kilimanjaro Safaris guide at Disney’s Animal Kingdom has shared the controversial protocol for dealing with a guest falling into the crocodile area. According to @william.rath on TikTok, drivers are instructed to leave the area immediately instead of attempting a rescue. This Disney rule, although alarming, is rooted in safety concerns due to the lethal nature of crocodile attacks. ...

Disney has removed the breezeway seating area near Connections Café at EPCOT, eliminating tables and benches that served as overflow seating for guests. This change aims to facilitate smoother movement for participants during the upcoming Princess Half Marathon Weekend, helping runners navigate the busy corridor without obstacles. The outdoor seating was initially introduced to accommodate the high demand for indoor ...

Joe Rohde’s new book, Floating Mountains: The Art of Imagining the Impossible, has quickly climbed to the top of the Best Sellers in Traveler & Explorer Biographies on Amazon, despite only being available for pre-order for a few days. This success highlights Rohde’s devoted fanbase, cultivated over decades as a Disney Imagineer. Officially recognized as a Disney Legend in 2024, ...

A family aboard the Disney Wonder faced an extended quarantine after their daughter was diagnosed with a suspected viral illness, turning their vacation into a medical ordeal. The parents felt confused and frustrated, dealing with conflicting information and pressure to disembark. Illnesses on cruises can spread rapidly due to close proximity, prompting Disney Cruise Line to implement strict quarantine measures ...

Jeff Galloway, the official training consultant for runDisney, has passed away at age 80 after a hemorrhagic stroke in Pensacola, Florida. His death is a significant loss to the runDisney community and the running world, as his training methods made long-distance running accessible to many beginners. Galloway’s run-walk-run method helped countless individuals complete events they thought were impossible, allowing them ...

Gay Days Orlando has reversed its decision to cancel the 2026 event and will now take place from June 4-7, 2026. This announcement, made on February 24, 2026, is a relief to the LGBTQIA+ community and allies who were disappointed by the February 9 cancellation due to sponsor losses and issues with the hotel agreement. The event will be hosted ...

Walt Disney World has introduced additional Good-to-Go Days for Annual Passholders in March 2026, enhancing flexibility by allowing visits to the parks without needing advance reservations. The new dates include Monday, March 2, and Tuesday, March 3, and apply to all four theme parks and Annual Pass tiers. This change helps restore the spontaneity of the Passholder experience that was ...