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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

COVID-19 Mask Mandate Extended for Travelers

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It’s been wonderful to see Disney Parks return to normal, international borders open, and the travel industry finally boom after a long pandemic interruption. The COVID-19 pandemic brought many modifications and regulations for travelers, including those experiencing the magic at Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Disney Cruise Line, and beyond. From social distancing and quarantining to face masks and travel policies, ...

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Disney Guests Be Warned: Skin Irritation Reported From Unlikely Source

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We all want our Disney vacation to be perfect. Guests dream of a Walt Disney World trip full of Cast Member magic, low attraction wait times, Disney character surprises, and delicious Mickey-shaped food. Disney Parks like Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom, as well as water parks like Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon, create magic for Guests every day, ...

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Forget Figment! Disney Releases a New LIGHT-UP Popcorn Bucket

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The post-pandemic comeback is on at Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts, with beloved Disney Park entertainment, experiences, and shows returning across Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and Disneyland Park. On April 22, Disney’s Main Street Electrical Parade and fireworks spectacular Disneyland Forever will return to Disneyland Park, while World of Color will finally dazzle once again ...

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Disney’s Beloved Iago, Gilbert Gottfried, Passes Away

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Any fans of Disney’s classic animated movie Aladdin (1994) will recognize the distinctive voice of Jafar’s comedic sidekick villain Iago. The Disney bird was voiced by comedian Gilbert Gottfried, who has today, April 12, sadly passed away at the age of 67. The Gottfried family revealed the sad news on the actor’s official social media pages: pic.twitter.com/STHhfpVSKU — Gilbert Gottfried (@RealGilbert) April ...

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Guests Experience Rare Version of Disney’s Runaway Railway Attraction

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Most Disney Park fans know their favorite attractions like the back of their hands. Whether it’s the soundtrack, the storyline, or the quotes, Guests familiar with Walt Disney World always know what to expect when riding Disney’s classic selection of attractions. But there are some rare versions of rides across the Walt Disney World Resort that some Guests might never ...

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Looks Like Disney’s Beloved Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Has Its New Name

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With its intense launch, thrilling inversions, and classic rock soundtrack, Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith has become one of Disney’s most popular attractions. Opening in 1999 next to The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror at the previously named MGM Studios Park in Walt Disney World (now Disney’s Hollywood Studios), the roller coaster propels Guests to speeds over 57 m.p.h ...

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Fire Breaks Out Near Guests During Disney’s Harmonious

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We all love the iconic Disney scents of “Rome Burning” during EPCOT’s Spaceship Earth and the fires of Pirates of the Caribbean, but what happens when fire becomes real at Walt Disney World? Disney’s new nighttime spectacular Harmonious dazzles Guests with its fireworks, projections, and Disney songs performed in a variety of languages. But Guests recently were dazzled with some ...

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How Disney Charges For Parking Based On Your Hotel Choice

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A Disney vacation is full of fun attractions, delicious dining, magical meet and greets, and, unfortunately, lots of spending. Disney Guests have seen a lot of changes come to their theme park experience at Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resorts, all while becoming more expensive. The new Disney Genie system, Mears Connect, and Individual Lightning Lane reservations have caused much debate ...

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Pixar’s ‘Turning Red’ at Canada Pavilion for Limited Time

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EPCOT Park at the Walt Disney World Resort is seeing intense transformation lately. The Lake Buena Vista theme park has already seen the debuts of its new Harmonious fireworks show and Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure, and on Memorial Day weekend will see the launch of Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind. And, under the radar, Disney Pixar’s Turning Red (2022) has also made ...

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The Rare Rise of the Resistance End of the Night Surprise

Disney Park magic is everywhere at Walt Disney World in Florida, from the enchanting character meet and greets to thrilling well-themed attractions. But recently, social media has been rife with Disney fans divided over the post-pandemic Disney Park experience – especially after the launch of Disney Genie, Individual Lightning Lane, and the Park Pass reservation system. This week, though, we experienced ...

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