For many people, the Most Magical Place On Earth is just that. But to some guests, the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Central Florida, lacks magic. That once shining crown jewel in the Disney Experiences portfolio has come under increasing backlash for its rising costs, high crowds, and operational changes, including the divisive Lightning Lane. Controversy over costs and ...

Is President Trump attempting to turn Washington, D.C., into his Disney EPCOT theme park? Politics and theme parks don’t blend too well, but some news outlets are reporting that Trump is indeed “reshaping DC into his own EPCOT.” From Disney World in Orlando to EPCOT In…Washington D.C. – Trump Seeks Personal Theme Park? The streets are quiet, yet filled with ...

Disney has always been a company that prides itself on moving forward. The parks constantly shift, grow, and reinvent themselves to keep up with technology and guest expectations. That’s part of the magic—nothing at Walt Disney World ever stays completely still. If you’ve visited in the last decade, you’ve probably noticed how quickly Disney pivots, finding new ways to deliver ...

Disney World fans love to speculate, but nothing stirs excitement like talk of a fifth theme park. Over the years, whispers of a “fifth gate” have popped up whenever construction walls appear or permits are filed, but in recent months, the chatter has grown louder. With sweeping changes across all four existing parks, many believe Disney is quietly setting the ...

Vacations to the Walt Disney World Resort are always memorable, but that doesn’t mean the memories are always good. Credit: Kaleb Tapp, Unsplash From the Cinderella Castle spires in Magic Kingdom and the glamor of Hollywood Studios to the innovation of EPCOT and the wildlife in Animal Kingdom, Disney World is primed to entertain, inspire, and be enjoyed. However, navigating ...

There’s a strange trend going on in Walt Disney World. Related: The Verdict Is In; Guests Say These Are the Most Overhyped Disney World Restaurants The Disney theme parks are chock-full of rides, attractions, restaurants, and shows to enjoy. From thrilling roller coasters like Space Mountain to classic dark rides like Haunted Mansion, there’s practically no end to the magic ...

Disneyland just made a bold move that’s sending ripples across the theme park world. At Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway, Cast Members are now enforcing what fans have dubbed a “hands-free policy.” Guests must stow every single item—phones, cameras, hats—before the ride even starts. According to first-hand reports, the attraction won’t dispatch until everyone complies, and Cast Members are holding ...

Change is nothing new at Disney World. Guests have watched some of their favorite attractions disappear over the years,often with a bittersweet goodbye. From the closure of Splash Mountain to beloved entertainment offerings fading away, these decisions usually spark debates and even petitions. But every once in a while, Disney demolishes a ride that leaves fans not heartbroken—but relieved. That’s ...

Disney World has been the unquestioned king of Orlando theme parks for years. But in the last decade, Universal has stepped up significantly. No longer just “the other park down the road,” Universal Orlando Resort has become a true competitor, gaining serious traction with guests who want thrills, cutting-edge attractions, and immersive lands. The rivalry has grown so intense that ...

Some Florida residents are not particularly happy about the prioritization of Orlando’s theme park guests. Located in Central Florida, Orlando has made its name as the theme park capital of the United States, if not the world (although Abu Dhabi is putting up a good fight to change that fact). What started with Walt Disney World Resort in 1971 has ...