It was a routine, sunny Florida morning. Families sipped coffee, children clutched mouse ears, and guests eagerly boarded the ferry to Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom—until a loud thud sent a wave of gasps across the vessel. What should have been a peaceful float across the Seven Seas Lagoon turned into an unexpected spectacle when the iconic Magic Kingdom ferry ...

It’s not every day that Disney World quietly rewrites the script on how guests experience its hotels—but that’s exactly what’s happening, and you might not even realize how much it could affect your next magical stay. Disney World Hotels Change: A Simpler Approach for 2026 Bookings Imagine this: You’ve saved for months, maybe even years, to plan the perfect Disney ...

Walt Disney World Resort is marketing to families this summer, offering a free kids dining plan and discounted Disney Resort hotel rooms. Amid the family-friendly push, Disney’s BoardWalk Inn closed its beloved adults-only piano bar, Jellyrolls. Now, just days after the bar’s doors closed for the final time, demolition has begun. For over 20 years, Jellyrolls sat along Crescent Lake, ...

Walt Disney World Resort is currently refurbishing multiple areas at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort, resulting in the closure of several guest areas, including the Stormalong Bay pool. Construction began in January, and we have an update on its progress. Disney’s Yacht Club Resort, sister to Beach Club, is a Deluxe Disney Resort hotel with a beautiful waterfront. Steps from EPCOT ...

If you’re planning a rustic retreat at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground anytime soon, there’s something important you need to know: a burn ban has officially taken effect in Central Florida, and yes—it’s impacting this beloved Magic Kingdom resort. While safety always comes first at Walt Disney World, the timing of this ban has certainly stirred up some conversation ...

When you visit Walt Disney World, three things are inevitable: Mickey Mouse, popcorn, and lines. Over the years, Disney has introduced several systems (RIP FastPass) to help guests cope with its parks’ famously long lines. While Lightning Lane is, in theory, a solution, the reality is that many guests believe that the system has inflated wait times across the parks, ...

EPCOT at Walt Disney World is a paradise for food lovers. It offers an incredible selection of quick-service dining options. Unlike standard theme park fast food, EPCOT’s counter-service spots serve up flavors worldwide. Many of these options rival table-service quality without the wait or high price. Here are the top eight counter-service restaurants in EPCOT that you must try! 8. ...

Disney World is making a big adjustment starting next year. Related: Disney Makes Big Adjustment To Beloved Pirates of the Caribbean Ride, Fans Rejoice Guests have a lot of options when it comes to planning and actually experiencing a Walt Disney World Vacation. Not only is there an abundance of rides and attractions to enjoy, but Disney World is also ...

Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser, the now-defunct immersive themed hotel experience that opened its doors to guests at Disney World, Orlando, in 2022, will likely be considered the worst disaster to have ever emerged from the faraway galaxy franchise. That’s saying something when you consider how badly received the sequel trilogy films were — especially Star Wars: Episode VIII — The ...

On Monday, a Delta Air Lines passenger plane caught fire at Orlando International Airport (MCO), the most popular airport for guests visiting Walt Disney World Resort and other Central Florida theme park destinations. The blaze started shortly before takeoff, when all passengers were already boarded and in their seats. The tragedy comes at a time when many Americans have heightened ...