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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 Resort Reveals Highest Admission Price for Parks Following Summer Attraction Cuts

A whimsical fairytale castle with striking blue spires rises above lush trees, evoking the enchanting centerpieces found in world-famous theme parks, set against a vivid blue sky.

Another Disney resort is spiking ticket prices in 2026. It’s clear that there is friction between Disney theme park resorts and guests over rising costs across all factors. From ticket admission to Lightning Lanes, hotel stays, and parking, the cost of visiting a Disney resort is increasingly high. This uptick in costs has seen attendance–notably at the Walt Disney World ...

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Disney World Issues Update After Closing Germany Areas at EPCOT

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Construction work continues to expand in EPCOT’s Germany World Showcase Pavilion at Walt Disney World. Credit: Steven Miller, Flickr Nestled between the Italy and China pavilions, Germany has been part of EPCOT’s World Showcase since the park opened in 1982, immersing guests in the atmosphere of a traditional German village, complete with cobblestone streets, themed shopping, and dining experiences such ...

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Disney World Begins Rolling Out Guest Dining Changes Across Resort

A family of four, including two children, enjoys a meal at a restaurant. They are smiling and sitting at a table with food and drinks. A plush toy resembling a cartoon duck is visible in the background, hinting at the delightful dining options at Disney World.

Walt Disney World has quietly introduced another change to its dining experience, this time at select Disney Resort hotels, with new designated ordering locations designed specifically for guests with food allergies. Credit: dylanw216, Unsplash The update, which has begun appearing at resorts including Disney’s Art of Animation Resort, Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort, and Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter, ...

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Disney World Guests Warned About Late Week and Weekend Visitation Effective Immediately

A bustling crowd walks down a vibrant street at a theme park, lined with colorful buildings and ornate shops. Balloons of various shapes and colors float on the right side. In the distance, a majestic castle stands tall under a clear blue sky.

Central Florida is heading into one of the hottest stretches of the summer so far, and Walt Disney World guests planning trips this week and weekend should be prepared for conditions that go well beyond typical Orlando summer heat. Heat Index Could Hit 109 Degrees Around Walt Disney World According to News 6 meteorologists, drier air is moving into the ...

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Disney World Officially Closes U.S.A. EPCOT Location Permanently

American Adventure Pavilion at EPCOT

Disney World gave guests extra time to experience one of EPCOT’s most meaningful offerings in the lead-up to the Fourth of July holiday, but now the attraction has officially reached the end of its extended run. Credit: Disney Earlier this year, Disney announced that “Portraits of Courage: A Commander in Chief’s Tribute to America’s Warriors” would remain open through the Fourth ...

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Disney World Guests Experience Rare Attraction After Operational Failure

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Technical issues don’t typically leave guests applauding a Disney park performance, but a recent showing of Fantasmic! at Disney’s Hollywood Studios delivered an unexpected twist that many fans say they wouldn’t mind seeing again. Credit: rickpilot_2000, Flickr Instead of concluding with its traditional finale aboard the iconic Steamboat Willie riverboat, the long-running nighttime spectacular wrapped up in an alternate fashion ...

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Disney World Handing Out $100 to Guests Amid Vacation Cost Crisis

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Walt Disney World and its sister resorts are, by most accounts, less crowded than they’ve been in years. Anecdotally, guests are reporting shorter standby lines, easier-to-book dining reservations, and hotel rooms available on dates that would have sold out overnight a few years ago. And yet Disney just posted one of the best quarters in its history. Credit: Disney The ...

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Disney World Guests Lose Access to Magic Kingdom Passes for Multiple Days Effective Immediately

Guests look on inside the Magic Kingdom besides the Walt Disney and Mickey Mouse statue, Partners, at Walt Disney World Resort

Happy 250th Birthday to the United States of America–but, if you’re visiting Magic Kingdom this weekend, it may be extremely hectic and leave little time to celebrate. Disney World’s Lightning Lane Premier Pass has never been shy about surging with demand, and this Independence Day is no exception. Magic Kingdom’s version of the pass has climbed toward one of its ...

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Marvel Reportedly Reversing Black Panther Decision as MCU Reset Confirmed

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The future of Wakanda in the MCU may rest on an unlikely set of shoulders. Black Panther 3 Gains Momentum Inside Marvel Studios Marvel Studios has confirmed that Black Panther 3 is in active development. Ryan Coogler, who directed both Black Panther (2018) and Black Panther: Wakanda Forever (2022), is returning behind the camera. Denzel Washington has also been confirmed ...

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