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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.

Disneyland Suffers Crowd Loss After Reports of ICE Activity at Park

disneyland resort entrance to disneyland park

Multiple Disneyland Resort guests recently shared videos of sparse crowds at the Southern California theme parks. This latest report comes amid weeks of allegations that Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park are empty, exacerbated after social media posts falsely claimed that United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents were spotted on the property. Weeks ago, amid heated ICE ...

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Expedition Everest Experiences Mechanical Failure at Animal Kingdom

Expedition Everest

Expedition Everest—Legend of the Forbidden Mountain has been one of the most iconic attractions at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park for 24 years. However, the thrilling roller coaster recently shut down unexpectedly, forcing several Disney Park guests to exit their ride vehicles and climb down over 80 feet. The towering roller coaster, one of the only Walt Disney World Resort ...

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Updated Disney World Rule Limits Food & Beverage Options, Effective Immediately

Guests look on inside the Magic Kingdom besides the Walt Disney and Mickey Mouse statue, Partners, at Walt Disney World Resort

A few years ago, Walt Disney World Resort updated its list of banned items, prohibiting guests from bringing ice into Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, or Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park. Still, not many Disney Park guests know about this change. TikTok user @mimimouseears recently posted a video reminding guests that they can no longer bring loose ice ...

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Disney’s Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Ride Melts Down With Several Guests on Board

A Princess Tiana animatronic on Tiana's Bayou Adventure at Magic Kingdom.

Tiana’s Bayou Adventure recently experienced a temporary technical malfunction, leaving several Magic Kingdom Park guests stuck on the ride. The attraction, which reimagined the former Splash Mountain into a Princess and the Frog (2009)-themed experience, was shut down for a brief period, much to the surprise of several riders hoping to enjoy the end of their park day. The Splash ...

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Walt Disney World Officially Bans Ice at Florida Theme Parks

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Did you know that Walt Disney World Resort officially bans ice at Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park? Here’s what you need to know before you visit the Central Florida Disney parks. On Tuesday, TikTok user @mimimouseears shared this video warning potential Walt Disney World Resort guests that ice is prohibited at Magic ...

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Disney Schedules Frontierland Demolition, Days Remain To Experience Original Magic Kingdom Land

Low crowds at Magic Kingdom's Frontierland with rip diagonally across the image

Just weeks before Tom Sawyer Island closes for good at the Magic Kingdom, Walt Disney World Resort has filed new demolition permits for the original Frontierland area. At D23 Expo 2024, Disney Experiences Chairman Josh D’Amaro revealed that Walt Disney Imagineering was building two all-new Cars (2006) attractions in Frontierland at Magic Kingdom Park. This expansion will take over much ...

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Princess Tiana Officially Takes Over Disneyland

Illustration of Disney Tiana's Palace, a vibrant restaurant with bright lights and ornate details. Tiana stands on the balcony in a green gown, while the sky, a warm gradient from orange to purple, enhances the festive atmosphere.

Tiana’s Palace has become a must-visit dining destination at Disneyland Park, bringing the flavors and charm of New Orleans to life. Inspired by Disney’s beloved animated film The Princess and the Frog (2009), this Quick Service restaurant in New Orleans Square captures the essence of Princess Tiana’s dream: a vibrant eatery filled with soul, celebration, and delicious food. Tiana’s Palace: ...

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Disney Officially Replaces Original ‘Toy Story’ Character After Almost 30 Years

An original Toy Story (1995) character underwent a disturbing and quiet transformation at Walt Disney World Resort last week. Pixar’s Toy Story franchise has entertained generations of fans for almost 30 years, with over four films and one more coming in 2026. The attraction is featured in several Walt Disney World Resort attractions, including Buzz Lightyear Space Ranger Spin at the Magic ...

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