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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.

It Took Three Months, but Disney World Just Returned Frontierland to Its Former Glory

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

After three months of waiting, a nostalgic feature has officially returned to Magic Kingdom Park’s Frontierland. The “Passage to Frontierland” sign, which had been missing since January, has now been restored, bringing a familiar touch back to the walkway that connects Adventureland and Frontierland, near Tortuga Tavern and Pirates of the Caribbean. This refurbishment is part of a broader transformation ...

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Disney Parade Stopped After “Entitled” Family Walked in Front of Float

Two performers dressed as Snow White and a prince are dancing happily on a castle stage. Snow White wears a classic red, blue, and yellow dress with a red bow, while the prince wears a blue vest over a white shirt. A crowd watches in the background.

A video from Disneyland Resort recently went viral on TikTok, showing what a Disney Park guest describes as an “entitled” family interrupting a parade on Main Street, U.S.A. Disney cast members had to intervene to protect the family, who many Disney Parks fans found too cute to be upset with! This week, TikTok user @keri.bestdayevervacays shared this video of a ...

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After 61 Years, Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room Is for Sale

Enchanted Tiki Room

If you’ve ever wanted to own a piece of Disney magic, now might be your chance—though it’s not exactly what you might think. An extravagant Utah mansion has recently made waves online, featuring a replica of Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room, a landmark attraction that has delighted guests for decades. For $34.5 million, you could own a 70,000-square-foot home complete ...

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First Responders Take Over Main Street at Disneyland California

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.

On Monday, dozens of first responders paraded down Main Street, U.S.A., at Disneyland Park. Disneyland Resort put on the “Heroes Salute Cavalcade” to celebrate firefighters, police officers, and other emergency responders who helped with January’s tragic wildfires in California. The one-time parade featured several first responders and their families, as well as Disney and Pixar characters, including Merida from Brave (2012), Miguel ...

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Magic Kingdom Quietly Removes Original Frontierland Town

Frontierland at Magic Kingdom

Magic Kingdom Park is pressing forward with its year-long Big Thunder Mountain Railroad refurbishment, and the latest construction update shows crews renovating a historic part of the Frontierland roller coaster: the fictional town of Tumbleweed. Walt Disney World Resort’s version of Big Thunder Mountain Railroad closed on January 6, 2025. Although Disney didn’t share many details about the refurbishment, they ...

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Disney World Disassembles Fan-Favorite Tomorrowland Ride After 50 Years

People walk through Tomorrowland at Magic Kingdom

Walt Disney World Resort guests may have noticed some construction walls in Magic Kingdom’s Tomorrowland, signaling the return of a disassembled attraction. The beloved Astro Orbiter, a staple in the park for over 50 years, is currently undergoing an extensive refurbishment. Guests visiting the original Central Florida Disney park over the past few months have seen the iconic ride structure ...

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Disney World Makes Another Inclusive Change to the Country Bear Jamboree

Country Bear Jamboree Finale

On Monday, Walt Disney World Resort made a major announcement for Country Bear Musical Jamboree fans! Months after the refreshed Frontierland show debuted, Magic Kingdom Park guests will finally have the chance to meet one of its most iconic characters: Romeo McGrowl. The original Country Bear Jamboree closed in January 2024. In July, it reopened as the Country Bear Musical ...

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Disneyland Offers Hotel Deal at New San Francisco Location

disneyland entrance

Disney is offering exclusive hotel package deals to guests in California, but not in Anaheim… Here’s the scoop. The Walt Disney Family Museum is a hotspot for Disney history enthusiasts in San Francisco, California. Located in the scenic Presidio district, the museum displays early Mickey Mouse and other animation drawings, animatronic models, a model of Disneyland Resort, and several interactive ...

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New ”it’s a small world” Revealed After Over Five Decades

Walt Disney with a model of "it's a small world"

After over five decades of delighting Disneyland Park guests, “it’s a small world” has undergone a historic transformation, marking a significant chapter in the ride’s long history. Following months of construction and anticipation, Disneyland Resort has finally unveiled the refreshed version of the iconic boat ride. The updates come just in time for the 70th anniversary of the Southern California ...

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