Walt Disney World Resort has confirmed a phased closure at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa, a Deluxe Villa Resort hotel. This is the second refurbishment announced for Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort in 2026. Disney World Resort Hotel Phased Closure This month, Walt Disney World Resort’s website confirmed the start of a phased refurbishment of the Treehouse Villas at Disney’s ...

There is a particular kind of anticipation that builds around a theme park opening that has been years in the making. Construction walls go up, concept art gets released, social media accounts post progress photos, and the dedicated fans who have been watching every update start counting down the days with a specific, almost physical impatience. When the preview dates ...

Florida weather has a way of making itself the main character of any Walt Disney World vacation. Anyone who has spent time at the resort knows the drill: the morning starts clear and hot, the afternoon builds toward something dark on the horizon, and by mid-afternoon the sky opens up in the particular way that only Central Florida can manage. ...

In the minds of millions of travelers, Walt Disney World represents something close to an idealized escape. Families spend years planning their visits to the sprawling Central Florida resort, often saving thousands of dollars to experience a place designed to feel separate from everyday life. Inside the gates of parks like Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and Disney’s Animal ...

On Sunday morning, law enforcement responded to two separate reports of a fire at Disney Springs, Walt Disney World Resort‘s shopping, dining, and entertainment complex. Here’s everything we know about the two incidents. First Fire at Disney Springs Credit: Gary Leavens, Flickr Law enforcement first responded to Disney Springs shortly after 4:00 a.m., before the shopping, dining, and entertainment complex ...

If you’ve stepped onto Sunset Boulevard at Disney’s Hollywood Studios lately, you’ve likely noticed the silence at the end of the street. The high-octane riffs of Aerosmith have officially faded into the history books, but the “Quiet on the Set” sign is about to be flipped. We’ve known for months that the Muppets are officially taking over the Rock ‘n’ ...

A second iteration of part of the Space Mountain attraction has been installed at Magic Kingdom Park, unifying the futuristic theme across Tomorrowland. Space Mountain-Style Update in Tomorrowland In early March, Walt Disney World Resort installed another Space Mountain-style attraction sign in Tomorrowland at Magic Kingdom Park. This time, though, the white spires are pointing to a different ride: Buzz ...

A scary accident involving Disney World guests occurred earlier this afternoon, leading to multiple injuries. Disney World Accident Involving Guests Results in Serious Injuries as EMS, Police Arrive on Scene For many visitors to Walt Disney World Resort, the magic doesn’t stop when they leave the theme parks. Just a short drive away sits Disney Springs, a sprawling dining, shopping, ...

An argument turned violent for two Disney World cast members on March 10, leading to one being put in handcuffs. For Many Disney Fans, the Magic of Walt Disney World Extends Beyond the Parks Themselves For millions of guests who visit Central Florida every year, Walt Disney World Resort represents something special: a carefully crafted world where imagination, storytelling, and ...

After six long years, Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa will reopen its afternoon tea experience on March 19, 2026. This beloved Garden View Lounge Tea Experience, which has been closed since March 2020 due to the pandemic, is eagerly anticipated by Disney guests. Reservations became available on February 19 and are in high demand, prompting guests to book early ...