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These Are the Best Resort Gift Shops at Walt Disney World

Donald Duck, arms full of gifts, greets guests outside a sparkling BVG store that glows like a classic Disney resort shop. Through the windows, bursts of vivid carpet and dazzling merchandise displays invite visitors to dive into the magic inside.

Walt Disney World Resort hotels are full of immersive theming, dining, recreational activities, and even shopping that make them worth a visit during a day outside of the theme parks. While all of the resorts carry some similar Disney merchandise, like Minnie ear headbands, T-shirts, and hoodies, along with sundries and toiletries, there are some resort shops that are especially ...

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Trash Cans and Bags Available to Motion Sick Guests at Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind

Mickey Mouse greets excited visitors next to sleek, red ride vehicles inside a Disney World attraction, just steps away from the high-energy adventure of Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind—where thrill-seekers should prepare for an unforgettable experience (and maybe some motion sickness).

Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind opened today at EPCOT, and midway through the ride’s first day of operation for Guests it seems those prone to motion sickness are feeling nauseous upon exiting the attraction. The newest roller coaster at the Walt Disney World Resort, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind has been praised for the smooth feeling of the ...

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Construction Update: Roundup Rodeo BBQ Restaurant in Toy Story Land

Concept art showcases the inviting entrance to a Disney theme park, with an aerial view revealing family-favorite attractions like the Roundup Rodeo BBQ Restaurant and an impressive giant Jessie statue, all bringing the lively Toy Story atmosphere to life.

Construction has been underway for a couple of years now for the newest table service restaurant to open in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and new aerial photography seems to indicate that work on the space is moving right along. Roundup Rodeo BBQ Restaurant was first announced by Walt Disney World in 2019, with a forecasted 2020 opening at the time. Of ...

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iCan the Showbot Appears at Walt Disney World for the First Time Since 2017

A young guest smiles alongside the iCan Showbot at EPCOT, with Spaceship Earth’s iconic geodesic sphere in the background.

Guests visiting EPCOT today were surprised to see a familiar face from Walt Disney World history. iCan the Showbot, who formerly roamed Tomorrowland interacting with Guests at the Magic Kingdom, has been spotted in EPCOT! iCan, the interactive “showbot” was last seen around Rockettower Plaza in Tomorrowland, where he greeted Guests in an attempt to learn more about Earthling culture. ...

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Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Opens With Virtual Queue & Lightning Lane

Mickey Mouse greets guests near the Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind attraction at EPCOT, as a smartphone displays the virtual queue system for this exciting Disney World ride.

Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind opened today in EPCOT, making it the newest thrill ride at the Walt Disney World Resort. The ride features one of the country’s longest indoor roller coasters, all housed within the Wonders of Xandar pavilion (formerly the Universe of Energy). With an epic preshow featuring the stars from Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy and ...

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Sorry Popcorn Buckets, This Typhoon Lagoon Sipper Could Be the Hit of the Summer

Mickey Mouse excitedly points toward the iconic Miss Tilly Sipper boat perched on a rock, with the vibrant attractions and sparkling waters of Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon stretching out in the background.

H2O After Hours events are returning to Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon this year after a three-year hiatus! The event has some changes from when it was last hosted in 2019, including an array of brand new specialty food and beverage items, including an adorable Miss Tilly sipper. Disney’s foodie guide for the water park’s after-hours events is quite extensive, with sweet ...

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Secret Cast Member Tips for Winning Prizes at the DinoLand Games

DinoLand Games Disney's Animal Kingdom

DinoLand USA is one of the most underrated themed lands in Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and really at the Walt Disney World Resort. Chester and Hester’s Dino-Rama is certainly a divisive area among Disney theme park fans, as some Guests are turned off by the carnival-like atmosphere while others appreciate the land’s detailed backstory. One thing is for sure though, Chester ...

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Is Cirque du Soleil & Disney Drawn To Life Struggling?

Drawn to Life

Sat at the very end of the West Side in Disney Springs, the white Cirque du Soleil tent-inspired building is a recognized landmark of the Disney Springs skyline. Its location offers Guests the opportunity to experience the world-famous Cirque du Soleil shows, right in the heart of Lake Buena Vista. Guests of Walt Disney World may choose to book tickets ...

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Mirror Mirror…Not on the Wall? Disney Parks Bathrooms

The Evil Queen from Disney’s Snow White, wearing her regal crown, stands in a brightly tiled restroom at the park, looking unimpressed as she seems to question why there are no mirrors at Disney World.

Anyone else ever noticed that mirrors can be hard to find inside Disney Parks bathrooms? There might be one mirror at the end of the sink area by the air dryers and the paper towels, but there are never any mirrors over the sinks. It’s an annoying feature that we have definitely noticed before. In our minds, it makes sense. ...

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Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance Doubles Wait Times; Guests Lined Up for Five Hours

Mickey Mouse at Disney World gazes up at a 5-hour wait sign surrounded by a crowd of stormtroopers, capturing the thrill and excitement fans feel as they anticipate boarding Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance in the epic galaxy-themed setting.

Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance is one of the most popular attractions at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and at Walt Disney World as a whole. The star attraction of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge operated solely on a difficult-to-score virtual queue and boarding pass system until November of last year, with many Guests thankful for the ability to wait in the ...

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