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The Gross Reason Disney World’s Liberty Square Has No Bathrooms

Liberty Square

When it comes to Disney Parks, there’s no denying the impressive attention to detail. From the forced perspective of Cinderella Castle to the immersive theming of each land, Disney Imagineers never miss a beat. Hardcore Disney fans have long been obsessed with these intricate details like how Cinderella Castle appears larger than it is thanks to clever architectural design. But ...

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The Underground Secrets of the Magic Kingdom’s Utilidors

A bustling underground utilidor with a colorful mural and structural pipes overhead. People in a mix of professional and casual attire walk through the space, while a few individuals in uniform stand against the wall. A large "STOP" sign is visible on the floor.

If you’re a Disney fan or a regular guest at Walt Disney World Resort, you’ve probably heard the term “utilidor” thrown around. These underground utility corridors are a crucial part of the Magic Kingdom’s operations, playing a vital role in maintaining the seamless magic that guests experience above ground. But did you know that while you’re strolling down Main Street, ...

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Walt Disney’s Housekeeper Died with an Amazing Secret

Split screen - Young Walt on one side, grown up Walt on other

Throughout his life, Walt Disney taught all of us to live our dreams. He passed that belief on to everyone around him, and it continues to live on through Disneyland and his final dream, Walt Disney World. The Housekeeper Disney was also incredibly generous to those around him, none more so than the Disney Family’s live-in housekeeper, Thelma Howard. But Howard’s ...

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“Splash Mountain” Gets a Brand New Look, And It Isn’t ‘Princess and the Frog’

Splash mountain rethemed to Tiana's Bayou Adventure

Splash Mountain and its closure have been one of the most debated topics in Disney’s history. The popular Magic Kingdom and Disneyland ride delighted fans of Brer Rabbit and The Laughing Place for decades before closing due to Disney’s felt need to address outdated themes. Closing at both locations earlier this year, Splash Mountain fans have been boisterous about their ...

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Disney & Warner Bros. Filming Spot Totally Engulfed in Flames Overnight

Filming spot in flames overnight

An iconic filming spot for Disney, Warner Bros., and Paramount caught fire overnight, becoming completely engulfed in flames and destroying the giant 17-story location. READ ALSO: Nobody Wants to Buy Disney’s Former Sprawling Estate, But Don’t Blame the Economy A three-alarm blaze tore through a historic hangar located at a former air base in Orange County in Southern California in ...

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UPDATE: Controversy Continues After Disney Removes Walt Disney

Walt Disney with Mickey Mouse dolls

An important update has been given on the issue that is causing mass upset from fans. Walt Disney, the man behind the magic of the Walt Disney Company, is a beloved figure whose legacy is kept alive by millions of fans around the world. Despite passing away in 1966, Walt’s name is still more recognizable than ever before. As a ...

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Port Disney: The Plans for Another U.S. Disney Resort

Port Disney artist rendering

In the annals of Disney theme park history, one chapter remains unwritten – the story of the Port Disney Resort. Envisioned as a maritime-themed paradise, this ambitious project was slated to grace the shores of Long Beach, California. What Was Port Disney? The Port Disney Resort was poised to be a groundbreaking addition to the Disney portfolio. Unfortunately, though, it ...

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Oscar Winning Pixar Film Returns to Theaters

disney springs amc marathon

Pixar Animation Studios (both before and after owned by Disney) has created some of the most iconic and memorable films. In addition to classics such as Toy Story (1995), Finding Nemo (2003), and Inside Out (2015), more recent films such as Soul (2020), Luca (2021), and Turning Red (2022), have found their place in pop culture. RELATED: Disney and Pixar’s ‘Elemental’ ...

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