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Jess Colopy is a Disney College Program alum and kid-at-heart. When she’s not furiously typing in a coffee shop, you can find her on the hunt for the newest Stitch pin.

Disney Abruptly Closes 44-Year-Old Roller Coaster, Dozens Flee Area

People sitting on the broken down Space Mountain.

Guests at Disneyland Resort got more than they bargained for when Space Mountain, one of the park’s most iconic roller coasters, abruptly stopped operations mid-ride. While technical issues occasionally disrupt attractions, the sudden closure led to an evacuation with riders descending emergency stairs, giving them a rare, lights-on glimpse of the beloved 44-year-old coaster. A Legendary Attraction Comes to a ...

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Disney World Coaster Shut Down Amid Unaddressed Water Damage

The exterior of Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind at EPCOT.

Walt Disney World Resort’s Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind faced an unusual partial shutdown this week, leaving thousands of guests with Virtual Queue reservations unable to ride. The popular EPCOT attraction, a guest favorite since its debut in 2022, has recently come under fire for unresolved maintenance issues, including reports of water damage. An Afternoon of Frustration for EPCOT ...

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Disney Opens New Attraction With Unfixed Hole in the Wall

Two children wearing 3D glasses sit in a colorful amusement park ride, smiling and holding toy blasters. The background features vibrant lights and playful decor, creating a fun and lively atmosphere.

When Disney California Adventure Park opened Toy Story Mania! on Paradise Pier (now Pixar Pier) in June 2008, excitement ran high for the interactive 4-D attraction. But shortly after its debut, Disney Parks fans noticed something unexpected—and disappointing. According to a former Disney Parks fan podcaster, the ride’s pristine, new aesthetic was marred by guest-caused damage that remained untouched for ...

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Mold Allegations at Disney Restaurants Spark Major Safety Concerns

Father and Daughter eating Ice cream bars at EPCOT

Disney Parks are often regarded as some of the cleanest vacation destinations worldwide, largely thanks to Walt Disney’s commitment to maintaining high standards at Disneyland Park. However, recent allegations from a former Disneyland Resort cast member have raised concerns about potential cleanliness issues at the Southern California theme parks. The claims, shared in an online discussion, suggest mold contamination in ...

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“7-Inch” Dust Piles Reported at Disneyland California, Walt Disney’s Cleanliness Forgotten

A futuristic spacecraft interior on Star Tours.

Disneyland Resort might be The Happiest Place on Earth, but some Disney Parks fans are questioning whether the theme park is maintaining Walt Disney’s legendary standards of cleanliness. A Reddit post detailing alleged hygiene issues on Star Tours – The Adventures Continue has reignited concerns about upkeep and maintenance at Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park. Dust Takes Over ...

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Disney World Monorail Suspended After Guest Threat, Police Investigate

Risky Monorail

Last weekend, security cast members and police officers responded to an altercation at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa–one of Walt Disney World Resort’s Deluxe Resort hotels. Multiple Disney Park guests shared their recollections of the incident on social media. Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa is one of three Deluxe Resort hotels on the Monorail line, along with Disney’s ...

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Disney World Replaces Moana Just Days Before Sequel Premiere

An animated girl with long, wavy hair stands on a boat in the ocean, wearing a red patterned dress and a seashell necklace. The sun sets behind her, casting a warm glow over the water.

Days before the Thanksgiving premiere of Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Moana 2 (2024), Walt Disney World Resort brought a new version of the Polynesian Disney Princess to EPCOT. Moana (2016) has practically taken over The Walt Disney Company. Conceived initially as a Disney+ series, executives decided to upgrade Moana 2 to a feature film after seeing what Walt Disney Animation Studios had planned. Although ...

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Damage on Disney’s Space Mountain Reportedly Goes Unfixed for Months

Space Mountain in front of the lake at Magic Kingdom Park

Disney Park guests have reportedly damaged and defaced a metal panel in the Space Mountain attraction building at Disneyland Resort. A photo of the damage indicates repeated tampering by guests over a long period of time. Space Mountain is one of Disney’s most iconic attractions–it first opened at Walt Disney World Resort’s Magic Kingdom Park in 1975 before making its ...

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Disney World Closes ‘Guardians of the Galaxy’ Coaster, All Guests Rushed Away

Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind line

Guests waiting in line for Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind recently were disappointed when Disney cast members suddenly rushed everyone out of the attraction building. Walt Disney World Resort didn’t specify what went wrong with the EPCOT ride but said it would be down “for a while” after the incident occurred on Saturday, November 16. An Inside the Magic ...

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Disney Alters 3-Year-Old EPCOT Attraction, Paves Way for Major Change

Remy's Ratatouille Adventure

As rumors swirled about Walt Disney World Resort activating the existing Single Rider line for Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure, the Central Florida Disney park made another change to the EPCOT attraction. New Seating at Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure Walt Disney Imagineering recently enhanced the France World Showcase Pavilion attraction, adding seat numbers for guests. This change represents a potential evolution in the ...

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