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Steven has a complicated relationship with Disney. As a child, he visited Walt Disney World every few years with his family. But he never understood why kids his age (and older) were so scared of Snow White or Alien Encounter. He is a former participant of the Disney College Program (left early…long story), and he also previously worked in Children’s publishing, where he adapted multiple Disney movies and TV shows. He has many controversial opinions about Disney…like having a positive view of Michael Eisner, believing Return of the Jedi is superior to The Empire Strikes Back, and that Toy Story Land and Galaxy’s Edge should have never been built (at least not at Hollywood Studios). Every year for the past two decades, Steven has visited either Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Aulani or went on a Disney Cruise. He’s happy to share any and all knowledge of the Disney destinations (and he likes using parenthesis a lot…as well as ellipses…)

DOLE Whip Day – New Treats Coming to Disney World

Hand holding a cup of dole whip soft serve

Every Walt Disney World Resort (and Disneyland Resort) fan knows that Dole Whips are a classic Park treat that makes a Disney day extra special. July 20 is National Dole Whip Day, and Disney is celebrating by introducing a series of new goodies. RELATED: Disney World’s Ugliest Popcorn Bucket… Magic Kingdom Park Guests have the most options and opportunities to grab ...

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Russia in EPCOT’s World Showcase?

Artist rendering of Russia Pavilion at EPCOT

When the World Showcase was initially conceived, it was not to be part of an EPCOT theme Park. It was to remain a separate area on Walt Disney World property, with dozens of pavilions representing countries throughout the world. As time passed and costs became an issue, the two concepts merged. RELATED: Canceled Theme Park: Disney’s America The original concept included ...

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Disney World’s Ugliest Popcorn Bucket…

Woody scared in 'Toy Story'

As any hardcore Walt Disney World Resort fan knows, the theme parks release a new refillable popcorn bucket every few weeks (or months). RELATED: The Best Disney Burns Beauty… Sometimes they are works of art like the Cinderella Coach Premium Popcorn Bucket or capture classic Walt Disney World magic as with the Figment Popcorn Bucket. Others, however…are just odd… RELATED: Strange Creature ...

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‘Haunted Mansion’ Movie Premiere May Be A “Private Fan Event”

One of Walt Disney Studios’ next releases is the Haunted Mansion (2023), set to hit theaters later this month. The Walt Disney Company hopes this film will end a long string of box office flops starting with Lightyear (2022) and continuing to Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny (2023). RELATED: Be the Best Ghost Host With Haunted Mansion Housewares And ...

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Walt Disney World Attendance in Decline

Exterior Shot of Cinderella Castle

Last week during the fourth of July holiday, Walt Disney World wait times were the lowest they’ve been in years. Although that may not be the best news for the theme park resort or the Walt Disney Company, it’s fantastic news for those planning a Disney World vacation. RELATED: Disney World Sees Lowest Crowds in 10 Years Disney World’s Decreasing Crowds ...

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Ticket Sales Resume for Disney’s Unique Halloween Event

Oogie Boogie Bash

Celebrating Halloween time at a Disney Park is a fantastic experience that every Disney fan should enjoy at least once in their lifetime. In addition to fall decorations and themed entertainment, Guests also have an opportunity to interact with characters (and Disney villains) seldom found in the standard Disney theme park. RELATED: Halloween Party at Disney World Sells Out Blame it ...

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Disney’s Lost Animation (From Snow White to The Little Mermaid)

Mickey Sorcerer from Fantasia

Walt Disney Animation Studios has a history that goes back over 100 years, from the first days of Walt Disney working on his early sketches of Oswald the Lucky Rabbit to the latest movie produced by the studio. RELATED: Disney to Lose $1 BILLION With Indiana Jones 5 In terms of feature films, Walt Disney Animation Studios has produced 61, with ...

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Be the Best Ghost Host With Haunted Mansion Housewares

Coffin inside the Haunted Mansion

Have you ever wanted to live at the Haunted Mansion? Well, that may not be possible, at least not without breaking theme Park rules and getting trespassed from Walt Disney World for life. RELATED: Police Step in With Out of Control Disney Guests But you can do the next best thing – turn your home into a ghostly manor with all ...

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Everything We Know About ‘Inside Out 2’

Fear, Sadness, Joy, Disgust, and Anger lined up from Inside Out

Inside Out (2015) is arguably one of Disney Pixar’s best films in recent years, even earning an Academy Award for Best Animated Feature. And it certainly performed better at the box office than Lightyear (2022) or Elemental (2023). Disney California Adventure Park in California has even seen an Inside Out-themed attraction (Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind) debut at its Park. RELATED: Disney ...

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Disney World Shocks with Surprise Close of Haunted Mansion

Haunted Mansion with Closed Sign Hanging

The Haunted Mansion has lately been featured a lot in Disney news. Not only is the new movie being released later this month but a new series of Haunted Mansion-themed merchandise is available at Disney Parks and online. RELATED: New ‘Haunted Mansion’ Stars Spotted at Disney Haunted Mansion Closing But this piece of news addresses neither of those topics. Walt Disney ...

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