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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.

RIP Frontierland: Disney Shrinks Original Magic Kingdom Area Even Further

Construction in Frontierland at the Magic Kingdom

Magic Kingdom guests are seeing even more of Frontierland restricted as Walt Disney World Resort continues work on one of its most iconic roller coasters. Construction around Big Thunder Mountain Railroad has grown once again, leaving the surrounding pathways tighter and the land’s familiar layout increasingly difficult to navigate during the busy holiday season. Construction Walls Expand Around Big Thunder ...

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Disney’s Holiday Season Begins With Back To Back Police Calls Near Magic Kingdom

Driving toward the Magic Kingdom main entrance.

The holiday season at Walt Disney World Resort opened with a pair of police calls that brought deputies to the Magic Kingdom Resort Area on December 2. Trespasser at the Magic Kingdom Authorities first responded to Walt Disney World Resort shortly before 9:30 a.m. following a trespassing report in the area of Magic Kingdom Park and Disney’s Contemporary Resort. The ...

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New Harry Potter Theme Park Announced, Not Owned by Universal

A family walks towards Hogwarts Castle in The Wizarding World at Universal

A new Harry Potter theme park is on the way, but it’s not owned by Universal Destinations & Experiences. The Comcast-owned company currently operates six Wizarding World lands at Universal Orlando Resort (including Universal Epic Universe, Universal Islands of Adventure, and Universal Studios Florida), Universal Studios Hollywood, Universal Studios Japan, and Universal Studios Beijing. Warner Bros. and J.K. Rowling have ...

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Another Casualty Reported at Disney World, Latest in Series of Fatalities

The entrance to Walt Disney World Resort in Central Florida as seen through a car window

First responders flooded Disney Springs on Wednesday morning after yet another tragic “person down” call, the latest in a series of tragedies at Walt Disney World Resort in the last few months. The news came just one day after paramedics rushed to Magic Kingdom Park to help another unconscious guest. Recent Tragedies at Walt Disney World Resort Credit: Disney Fanatic ...

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Sequels Canceled: Disney Animation To Return to Original Movies

An animated heroine marvels as glowing blue orbs float around her in the magical, grand hall of a fantasy-themed attraction.

Walt Disney Animation Studios has quietly confirmed that it is returning to its classic form and creating original movies for fans. The revelation comes amid what can only be described as a “sequel era” for the studio, which is already seeing overwhelmingly positive reviews and booming box office returns on its Thanksgiving release, Zootopia 2 (2025). Are All Disney Movies Sequels ...

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Guest Injured Escaping Sinking Boat at Walt Disney World

A ferryboat named Admiral Joe Fowler crosses a lake with several people on board; American flags are flying, and a castle is visible in the background under a blue sky.

A Walt Disney World Resort guest has come forward after suffering an injury while escaping a sinking Living with the Land ride vehicle, one of several alarming incidents that have taken place on the EPCOT ride over the last month. Three separate boats have either sunk or tipped since October 31, prompting emergency evacuations and compensation for some affected riders. ...

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New Disney Adventure World Will Open to the Public on March 29, 2026

Mickey Mouse, dressed in his classic red shorts, yellow bow tie, and black jacket, stands with one arm outstretched in front of a fairytale castle at Disneyland. The sky is clear and blue, creating a magical, inviting atmosphere.

The rumors are true! On November 24, Disneyland Paris Resort announced the grand opening of the reimagined Walt Disney Studios Park, now known as Disney Adventure World. The updated second European Disney park will premiere alongside the brand-new World of Frozen land on March 29, 2026. Disney Adventure World Credit: Disney Much like the transformation of Disney-MGM Studios into Disney’s ...

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