As summer crowds descend on Walt Disney World, one quiet corner of Magic Kingdom is drawing attention for all the wrong reasons. Tom Sawyer Island, the longtime raft-accessed attraction in Frontierland, isn’t set to close until early July. But guests say the experience has already begun to disappear—feature by feature, day by day. And unlike its famously secluded design, this ...

This week, nearly 10,000 Walt Disney World Resort guests were kicked out of Fantasmic! just a few minutes into a performance. Many Disney’s Hollywood Studios guests had waited over an hour and a half to secure their seats for the nighttime spectacular. Fantasmic! first opened at Disney’s Hollywood Studios on October 15, 1998, six years after its predecessor at Disneyland ...

Disney World is entering an exciting new era. Related: Disney Influencer Faces Backlash After Riding Flight of Passage While Pregnant In November 2024, Disney officially confirmed its long-rumored Lakeshore Lodge project, the newest DVC resort to open at the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida. DVC stands for Disney Vacation Club, the company’s in-house travel and vacation system where ...

When you’re an Annual Passholder at Disney World, there are plenty of perks that come with the territory—discounts, exclusive merch, early previews, and the bragging rights of being able to visit the parks whenever you want. But sometimes, Disney sweetens the deal even more. Right now, EPCOT is the place to be for Passholders, especially during this special summer window. ...

A Disney World guest on vacation is being hailed a hero after bringing a deceased teenager back to life using their skills, education, and quick thinking. Disney Guest Comes to the Rescue With Quick Thinking Strategy What was meant to be a day filled with lightsabers, shows, and smiles at Disney’s Hollywood Studios suddenly transformed into a terrifying scene no ...

Starlight Parade Timing and Schedule The highly anticipated Starlight Parade at the Magic Kingdom is set to debut on July 20. It will feature two scheduled showtimes: 9 p.m. and 11 p.m. This arrangement allows visitors to select their preferred viewing time, thereby enhancing their overall park experience. At 10 p.m., a classic fireworks show, “Happily Ever After,” will take ...

On Wednesday, Walt Disney World Resort dropped several tidbits of new information about multiple upcoming attractions, including the Piston Peak National Park area in Frontierland at Magic Kingdom Park and the “Zootopia: Better Zoogether!” show in the Tree of Life at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park. Alongside those details, Walt Disney World also shared some updates about the Muppets Mayhem retheme ...

If you’re still dreaming of a Disney World vacation this summer, there’s one big reason to make your move now. Disney is currently offering some serious savings on resort stays, and it’s the kind of deal that doesn’t come around too often. But just like that last bite of Mickey-shaped waffle, it won’t last forever. With both water parks open, ...

One of the most iconic attractions in Walt Disney World history is officially going dark—again. While it’s not the first time the Walt Disney World Railroad has hit the brakes, this one feels different. Disney just filed a construction permit for the Frontierland station, confirming what the company already shared: the ride that helped lay the foundation for Magic Kingdom ...

If you’ve noticed Hollywood Studios feeling extra packed lately—even by summer standards—there’s a specific group that might be causing that: Disney Adults. And no, we’re not talking about just anyone who enjoys a churro and a nostalgic ride. These are the seasoned Disney-goers, the ones with themed backpacks, custom ears, and a deep, deep knowledge of park trivia. Right now, ...