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The Disney Movies You Need to Watch Before Visiting Animal Kingdom

Simba, Timon, and Pumbaa from The Lion King join vibrant, animal-inspired performers onstage in a dazzling live show at Disney’s Animal Kingdom.

Excited for your next visit to Disney’s Animal Kingdom? As one of the most immersive theme parks at Walt Disney World (and anywhere!), Animal Kingdom does an excellent job of placing Guests not only into natural settings to learn about fascinating animals, but also into the middle of some favorite Disney movies. Watching Disney movies is always a fun way ...

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The New Photo Ops You Can’t Miss at This Year’s EPCOT Food & Wine Festival

Two friends enjoy the magic of EPCOT, smiling for the camera as a woman shows off a giant pretzel—one of the park's iconic treats. In the foreground, Mickey Mouse snaps their photo, creating a classic Disney World photo op moment.

The 2022 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival is now underway with outdoor kitchens around the Disney Park, beer and wine flights, exclusive merchandise, a live music series, and more. This year’s event is longer than ever running July 14-November 19, 2022, and it marks the return of the Eat to the Beat Concert Series, which had been paused since ...

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Should You Fly or Drive for Your Next Walt Disney World Vacation?

A whimsical plane soars past Cinderella Castle as Goofy and Donald Duck cruise by in a classic red car with Mickey Mouse along for the ride, evoking the excitement of an adventure on the way to Disney World.

Getting ready for your next Walt Disney World Vacation? Whether you have been to Disney World numerous times or are planning your first trip, one part of your travel to Central Florida is sure to be a major part of your planning, and that is whether you should opt to fly or drive. Between higher gas prices, flight cancellations, parking ...

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Do You Go to EPCOT’s Mexico or Canada First? Here’s Our Pick

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With EPCOT’s transformation into its four neighborhoods, the Disney Park is a must-do as new attractions and experiences welcome Disney visitors from across the globe. Setting aside the excitement of the new Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind in World Discovery, let’s talk about a question Disney Guests often face… do you first go left (Mexico) or right (Canada) first ...

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The Cons of Disney Resorts that No-one Mentions

Disney princess in a sparkling blue dress poses at the illuminated entrance of a luxury Disney Resort hotel at dusk, capturing the magical atmosphere beloved by theme park guests.

Walt Disney World Resort hotels are a significant part of the Disney experience for many Guests. Whether you are a Disney Resort hotel Guest or are just stopping by for a Disney dining reservation or browse around a Resort, it’s a chance to break way from the crowds, and enjoy Disney design and architecture in a whole new way. Staying ...

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The 90-Minute Disney Quick Service Line We Didn’t Expect To See

Guests line up outside beneath clear blue skies and leafless trees, with Goofy joining the crowd as everyone eagerly waits to grab a bite at a popular EPCOT quick-service spot.

Quick-service dining is a definite part of any Walt Disney World vacation. Not only does it offer the chance to eat without taking too much time of your day, but the quick-service restaurants often offer shade from the sun, providing Guests with a blast of much-needed AC.  When Guests think of quick-service, they will likely think of typical fast food ...

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Here’s Why You MUST Visit The Art Of Disney In Disney Springs This July

Step into the magical entrance of The Art of Disney at Disney Springs, where the storefront sparkles with welcoming lights and lush greenery frames the doorway. Greeted by Minnie Mouse holding art supplies, fans are immersed in an enchanting atmosphere that beautifully blends Disney charm with the artistry of Thomas Kinkade Studios.

Located in the Disney Springs Marketplace, The Art of Disney is the place to shop for unique art pieces and collectibles. The store offers a gallery-style experience to Guests. Canvases and artwork hang from the walls, easels are placed around the floor area, displaying larger pieces, and glass cabinets and table tops are filled with collectible pieces. Whether you intend ...

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Minnie Vans Are Back at Walt Disney World! Here’s What You Need to Know

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Minnie Vans have returned to the Walt Disney World Resort offering Guests another convenient way to get around Disney property! Guests can use the Lyft app to request a Minnie Van ride to any destination at Walt Disney World including each Disney Park, Resort, the water parks, and Disney Springs. The vans, which had been on hiatus since Disney Parks ...

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The New Disney Springs Experience You Won’t Want To Miss

A charming Disney bear brings creativity to life, painting at an easel beside the sparkling turquoise lake at Disney Springs. Guests can spot the iconic wooden bridge and vibrant shops in the background, all part of the bustling Art Walk experience.

Disney Springs is a must-visit for any Guest vacationing in the Walt Disney World Resort. Guests can shop for popular Disney merchandise, as well as world-famous brands, wine and dine in popular restaurants, and enjoy local musical talent at the many stages placed around the neighborhoods of Disney Springs. The experiences aren’t limited to shopping and eating at Disney Springs ...

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How to Plan (and Budget!) for Amenities That Still Have Not Returned to Walt Disney World

Goofy welcomes a family with their suitcases inside a vibrant Disney World resort, capturing the excitement and magic that make the vacation experience so memorable.

Walt Disney World has reopened the majority of attractions and restaurants that had closed sometime over the past two years, but a number of very helpful services and amenities are still missing. Some of these former “perks” have replacements (that may or may not be pricier than their original forms) while others are still unavailable altogether. If it has been ...

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