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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.

Unexpected Guests Arrive at Walt Disney World as “Divine Travel Agent” Intervenes

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While many may think they know everything about attendance at Walt Disney World Resort–when to visit, when to stay away–and how crowds may impact their vacation, the parks are likely to be crowded with another type of “guest” if this self-titled divine travel agent has anything to do with it. Walt Disney World Resort is gearing up for its busiest ...

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Magic Kingdom Location’s Indefinite Closure at Disney World Gets Update

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Walt Disney World Resort’s Magic Kingdom will lose one iconic location this coming January–here’s the latest on Big Thunder Mountain Railroad’s transformation. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad: A Wild Transformation Ahead at Walt Disney World Disney’s Magic Kingdom Park has been a beacon of classic Disney charm for generations, anchored by its iconic attractions like Big Thunder Mountain Railroad. Now, as ...

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Animal Kingdom Demolition Update Surfaces as Disney World Prepares To Change Forever

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Earlier this year, at D23 Expo 2024, Disney Experiences chairman Josh D’Amaro said, “Imagineers dream, create, design, and build these stories into real places.” The executive went on to confirm that all the projects mentioned at the event were in “active development.” This has been a growing concern for Disney park enthusiasts, as the House of Mouse often shares only ...

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Disney Addresses Theme Park Backlash: “Some of Our Fans Feel Like We Are Altering Part of Their Personal Story”

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One month after The Walt Disney Company announced a series of exciting—albeit controversial—updates for its Disney Experiences division, department chairman Josh D’Amaro took to the stage once again, this time at the INBOUND 2024 conference in Boston, MA, to discuss those developments. In August 2024, the House of Mouse hosted its bi-annual D23 Expo–The Ultimate Fan Event–in Anaheim, Southern California. ...

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Family Told To Change Son’s Name or Ask Disney’s Permission To Go on Vacation

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A recent incident involving seven-year-old Loki Skywalker Mowbray has ignited discussions around copyright law. The Home Office in the United Kingdom denied his passport application due to concerns over his middle name, “Skywalker.” The name is notably associated with the iconic Star Wars franchise, which Disney owns. The family was given the option to either change Loki’s name or seek ...

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Magic Kingdom ‘Scandal’ Prompts Long-Awaited Update to Popular Disney World Location

Disney World Updates

The Walt Disney World Resort has quietly updated one of its fan-favorite Magic Kingdom locations following intense scrutiny earlier this year. Most Disney park fans know the resorts inside out. They know where to snag the best merchandise, where to find the best food (hello, Dole Whip), where to take the best Cinderella Castle shots, and where to find the ...

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Why Disney World Fans Are Going To Want to Book Magic Kingdom Tickets for January 6

Magic Kingdom News

Guests will want to save their dollars and book in the first half of 2025 if they want to experience a special event complete with a retired nighttime spectacular. In 2025, Magic Kingdom Park will host the popular Disney After Hours event. Guests will also have the option to book After Hours experiences at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and EPCOT, while ...

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Disney Parents MUST Know This Costume Rule, Especially for 2024

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As September approaches, many are getting ready for the upcoming Halloween season. Of course, when it comes to Disney theme parks, Halloween starts exceptionally early, with Walt Disney World Resort commencing its annual Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party sooner than ever. As for the company’s original park, Disneyland Resort, Oogie Boogie Bash–A Disney Halloween Party began on August 25, and officials ...

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