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When he’s not thinking about the Magic Kingdom, Thomas is usually reading a book, becoming desperately obsessed with fictional characters, or baking something delicious (his favorite is chocolate cake -- to bake and to eat). He's a dreamer and grew up on Mulan saving the world, Jim Hawkins soaring through the stars, and Padmé Amidala fighting a Nexu. At the Parks, he loves to ride Everest, stroll down Main Street with an overstuffed pin lanyard around his neck, and eat as many Mickey-shaped ice creams as possible. His favorite character is Han Solo (yes, he did shoot first), and his favorite TV show is Buffy the Vampire Slayer except when it's One Tree Hill. He loves sandy beach walks, forest hikes, and foodie days out in the Big City. Thomas lives in England, UK, with his fiancée, baby, and their dog, a Border Collie called Luna.

Disney World Closes Multiple Signature Attractions, Four at Magic Kingdom Ahead of Christmas

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As the Christmas season approaches, Walt Disney World Resort families planning their magical holiday vacations will find themselves navigating a resort undergoing significant transformation. The last ten days of December 2025 represent the busiest stretch of the entire year at Disney World, with every day from December 21 onward expected to reach maximum crowd levels, making these attraction closures particularly ...

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Confirmed: Director Forced To Change New ‘Star Wars’ Movie

'Star Wars: Starfighter' logo

The Star Wars director explained why he was forced to change the upcoming science-fiction movie. Lucasfilm is steering Star Wars into an entirely new era, and this shift is coming straight from the top. Kathleen Kennedy is officially distancing the franchise from its long-running Skywalker lineage, emphasizing a commitment to new characters, untapped timelines, and fresh corners of the galaxy. ...

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‘Ahsoka’ Actress Officially Exits ‘Star Wars’ After Disney Dispute

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A new face will be entering the Star Wars universe as the Ahsoka actress leaves the franchise. When Ahsoka debuted on Disney+ in August 2023, it functioned as far more than a continuation of a former Jedi’s story—it positioned itself as a crucial linchpin connecting decades of Star Wars mythology. Created by Dave Filoni and executive-produced by Filoni, Jon Favreau, ...

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Disney World Theme Park Abruptly Shuts Down This Thanksgiving Weekend

Silhouette of Mickey Mouse holding hands with a statue, set against a backdrop of a Disney theme park entrance with decorative buildings and a busy crowd below. Bright, festive lighting enhances the cheerful atmosphere while celebrating unity and diversity.

A change of plan for the theme parks of the Walt Disney World Resort as millions descend on The Most Magical Place on Earth. Thanksgiving week at Walt Disney World Resort unfolded with high attendance, changing weather, and closed attractions, presenting guests with strategic decisions to make the most of their visit. Approximately two million people traveled through Central Florida, ...

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Disney World Guests Will Need To Take Note of This Chilling Thanksgiving Update

Two million visitors are descending on Central Florida this week, and they’re arriving into a perfect storm of record crowds, higher prices, fewer attractions, and a dramatic weather swing. Lightning Lane Premier Passes at Magic Kingdom have sold out through November 28, and on various dates across the other parks during the holiday period. With skip-the-line access gone, guests downgrade ...

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Guests Evacuated From Disney World’s Tree of Life Attraction Two Weeks After Retheme

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An unexpected turn of events at the latest Walt Disney World Resort attraction. Credit: Steven Miller, Flickr Disney’s latest transformation at Animal Kingdom comes to life inside the Tree of Life Theater, where Zootopia: Better Zoogether! officially debuted on November 7, 2025. The new 4D show replaces the former attraction, It’s Tough to Be a Bug!, which ran for more ...

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Kathleen Kennedy Rejects ‘Star Wars’ Legacy Characters, Confirms New Franchise Direction

Three people dressed in sci-fi adventure clothing stand confidently in a desert, with a gold humanoid robot and spaceship in the background under a bright sky.

The Star Wars franchise is gearing up for a new era. Nearly five decades after George Lucas introduced the saga, Lucasfilm is ready to steer the galaxy to uncharted territory, this time beyond the Skywalker legacy. Credit: Lucasfilm Star Wars returns to theaters next year for the first time since J.J. Abrams’ Star Wars: Episode IX–The Rise of Skywalker (2019). ...

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Disney World Rush Incoming as 2 Million Descend on Orlando, Enhancements Made at Central Hub

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The beginning of the end-of-the-year rush is here. Credit: Brian McGowan, Unsplash This Thanksgiving week at Walt Disney World presents a perfect storm of operational constraints and premium pricing that reveals the true state of how the Mouse House manages peak season. The Lightning Lane Premier Pass is sold out through November 28 at Magic Kingdom, major attractions across all ...

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Disney World Guests Send Message to Bob Iger Following Lightning Lane Update

Entrance to the Haunted Mansion ride at a theme park, with a sign reading "Lightning Lane Entrance." Guests, some in rain ponchos, walk nearby on a cloudy day. The mansion’s gothic architecture is visible in the background.

History is repeating itself. It’s a sobering snapshot for Disney World fans: the $429 Lightning Lane Premier Pass at Magic Kingdom is now sold out for the Thanksgiving week, underscoring how tough skip-the-line perks have become during peak season–a repeat of last year’s guests’ response. Here’s the crunch: over the weekend of November 22, the Magic Kingdom Premier pass isn’t ...

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