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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 Removes Goofy at Theme Park, Updates Given

Goofy in front of Magic Kingdom Cinderella Castle

Like Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Disney’s Animal Kingdom is currently undergoing a major overhaul that has seen attractions close permanently and fan-favorite experiences be replaced and moved around. Disney is aiming for a 2027 opening of its new Tropical Americas land, which is replacing the already almost extinct DinoLand U.S.A. at the Animal Kingdom park. One of the ...

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Multiple Head Injuries Reported at Disney World, Guests Suffer at Three Theme Parks

A Walt Disney World Resort vacation is meant to be magical and memorable, full of enjoyment and happiness. But for some guests visiting The Most Magical Place on Earth this past three months, it was certainly not the joyous occasion they expected it to be. Every quarter, the theme park incident report drops, revealing any accidents, injuries, and–in the case ...

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Disney World Guests Fined for Extravagant $69,000 Vacation

A whimsical castle with blue turrets stands under a clear sky, as cartoonish dollar bills float around, echoing Disney's recent decision to restart Florida political donations—adding an unexpected twist to this playful and fantastical scene.

The family, which spent a reported £52,000 (approx. $69,000) on a Disney World trip, has been fined. The startling amount of money spent on the vacation comes as the House of Mouse increases its prices and announces discounts. Disney’s Recent Price Activity Leaves Guests Asking Questions Earlier this week, the company rolled out increases across its American parks, affecting tickets, ...

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New Disney World Entrance Area Revealed to All Guests, Replacement at Iconic Location

Entrance to Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park decorated for Christmas.

Next month, guests visiting Disney’s Animal Kingdom will discover an all-new experience inside one of the park’s most recognizable icons. Beginning November 7, 2025, the Tree of Life Theater will unveil Zootopia: Better Zoogether!, a 4D adventure inspired by Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Zootopia (2016) and its upcoming sequel, Zootopia 2 (2025). This marks the official replacement for It’s Tough ...

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Disney Spent $600 Million on ‘Rise of Skywalker,’ Only To Remake It Six Years Later

Rey (Daisy Ridley) crouching in 'The Rise of Skywalker'

A damning report reveals just how much Disney spent on the divisive sequel trilogy installment. Credit: Lucasfilm Star Wars: Episode IX–The Rise of Skywalker (2019) closed out the nine-part Skywalker Saga with a mix of spectacle, nostalgia, and controversy. Directed by J.J. Abrams, the film follows Rey (Daisy Ridley), Finn (John Boyega), and Poe (Oscar Isaac) as they confront the ...

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After Magic Kingdom Location Blocked Off at Disney World, Updates Surface

The Walt Disney World Railroad boarding station near the entrance of Magic Kingdom on Main Street, U.S.A., during a cloudy day with guests and security cast members.

Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort is undergoing its largest transformation and expansion in its 54-year history. Credit: Inside the Magic Over the last few months, Disney has drained and cleaned the Rivers of America at Magic Kingdom, dismantling long-held riverboat channels and excavating silt in the riverbed surrounding Tom Sawyer Island. Scenes of heavy machinery and scaffolding ...

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Disney Makes Entrance Changes at Magic Kingdom, Fall Guests Affected

Disney rope-dropping

Disney World is shaking things up this fall. Credit: Inside the Magic As fall continues, guests at Walt Disney World Resort are experiencing some interesting operational updates—especially at Magic Kingdom Park. With the return of Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party this past August, Disney once again adjusted opening hours to give guests extra time to enjoy the park before the evening ...

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Significant Update Revealed for Animal Kingdom Replacement Land

Entrance to Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park decorated for Christmas.

The major development was captured this week. Credit: Steven Miller, Flickr Disney’s next big project at Animal Kingdom is turning heads after a major development left fans both stunned and excited. The upcoming Encanto-themed attraction, which will be the centerpiece of the park’s reimagined Tropical Americas area, has taken a significant step forward. Construction walls now surround large sections of ...

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