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Melissa is an author, adventurer, and chatterbox, who has worked at Walt Disney World, Disneyland Paris, and Adventures by Disney! A British native, she has traveled the world seeking new experiences, and now resides in Florida with her husband, an Air Force pilot. Find her children's book at @bear.hug.book

The Little-Known Secret Behind Disney’s Haunted Mansion

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“Happy haunts, materialize. And begin to vocalize. Grim Grinning Ghosts, come out to socialize!” Anyone who is now bopping along to that iconic Disney Park tune is definitely a fan of Disney’s Haunted Mansion attraction at Disneyland’s New Orleans Square and in Disney World’s Magic Kingdom Liberty Square. Inspiring coveted merchandise, Halloween parades, movies (starring Eddie Murphy and now Owen Wilson), ...

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VIDEO: Disney Guest Steals Pirates Water for Cooking

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The smell of Disney’s Pirates of the Caribbean water is enough to make any Guest know they’re at Walt Disney World. Disney’s classic boat ride attraction is renowned for its immersive theming, iconic music, and distinctive “water smell”, a smell that has become synonymous with Disney Park magic. One Guest, however, took their love for Disney water a little too ...

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Disney Introduces New “FastPass” Pack For One-Time Fee

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Whether you love them or hate them, Disney Genie and Lightning Lane have become a significant part of the Disney Park experience. At Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and Disneyland Resort theme parks, the Disney Genie tool has completely replaced the FastPass system, bringing with it a whole array of opinions and headaches for Guests. Now, Disney ...

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Tiana Replaces Belle in Surprise Disney World Switch

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Walt Disney World has seen some major changes recently to its theme parks, services, and experiences. From the new Disney Genie and Park Pass reservation systems to brand-new rides like Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind at EPCOT, Disney Guests always have something new to look out for on their next Disney vacation. Some changes, however, can be surprising, and ...

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DeSantis’s Attack on Disney Will Impact First Responders – and Guest Safety

Disney fans have been shocked this week by the political events surrounding Walt Disney World. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis finalized his retaliation project against The Walt Disney Company by signing a bill that looks set to dissolve the Lake Buena Vista Resort’s special treatment in the state. Now, Cast Members and first responders hired in the Reedy Creek District are ...

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President Caught With Pants Down at Disney’s EPCOT Theme Park

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Disney Parks have seen their fair share of incidents lately. From a dangerous pyramid trespass to a backstage Kilimanjaro Safari evacuation, Guests have witnessed some interesting events at Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom theme parks in the last few months. Some Guests, however, saw more than they bargained for this week when a United States ...

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The Disney Secret That Lets YOU Be a Jungle Cruise Skipper!

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If the “world-famous” Jungle Cruise isn’t one of your favorite Disney Park rides, then we think you’re in “the Nile”! Disney’s Jungle Cruise boat ride has become one of the most popular attractions at both Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resort, enchanting Guests for years with its witty skippers, exotic wildlife, and corny jokes. But did you know there’s a ...

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Disney Housekeepers Arrested in Targeted Sting Operation

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It may be the “Most Magical Place on Earth”, but that doesn’t stop Walt Disney World in Florida from seeing some unfortunate incidents happen from time to time. The Lake Buena Vista Resort has seen some interesting occurrences lately, not least the recent Reedy Creek fallout between Disney and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis. From ride breakdowns requiring boat evacuations to ...

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