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Disney’s Blizzard Beach Is Scheduled to Be Open on Thanksgiving Day

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Disney’s Blizzard Beach has been closed on November 23 and 24. Cool temperatures in Central Florida made it undesirable to spend time in the Water Park. With a slight rise in temperatures for Thanksgiving Day, it looks like Disney’s Blizzard Beach will be open on November 25. If your Thanksgiving Day plans include Disney’s Blizzard Beach, you will want to ...

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Celebrate the Holidays at Nearby Margaritaville Resort Orlando

A towering red flip-flop decked with a Santa hat takes center stage in the lively, festive lobby of a tropical resort, surrounded by colorful holiday ornaments—a holiday display that brings beach vibes to your sunny getaway.

The lack of availability at the Walt Disney World Resort hotels has caused many people to look elsewhere. Guests want to stay someplace that is close to Disney, that still has a fun theme, and has great service. One place that checks off all those boxes and more is Margaritaville Resort Orlando. Margaritaville is located in Kissimmee, and is just ...

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Skip That, Ride This Instead at Walt Disney World’s Hollywood Studios

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There’s never been a better time to visit Walt Disney World’s Hollywood Studios. Once, Park Guests might spend half a day in, or skip altogether when short on time, but no longer! Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge and Toy Story Land have breathed new life into what once felt like a neglected Theme Park. All of the new attractions and lands in Disney’s Hollywood ...

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Walt Disney World is No Longer Selling Tickets for Thanksgiving Week

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If you were hoping to spend Thanksgiving week at Walt Disney World, you might be out of luck. According to the official Walt Disney World website, they are no longer selling new tickets November 23rd through 26th. Even if you already have an Annual Pass, there are no open reservations on November 23rd or 24th. There is limited availability for Annual Passholders on November ...

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Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular! Showtimes

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Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular! will finally return to Disney’s Hollywood Studios on December 19, and we could not be more excited! This is one of our favorite live shows, and we have missed it. We now know what the showtimes will be once Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular! returns. According to the Walt Disney World website, there will be ...

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Skip That, Ride This Instead at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom

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Boasting nearly two dozen rides, Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom has more rides than any other WDW Theme Park.  So, chances are a Guest won’t be able to ride every single attraction in any one visit to the Park, although you certainly could. It would just mean neglecting the fabulous attractions at Disney’s EPCOT, Hollywood Studios, and Animal Kingdom Parks.  Prioritizing ...

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An Update on Availability for Thanksgiving Day

The grand Christmas tree at Magic Kingdom, decked out in festive ornaments with an American flag at its base, stands tall in the heart of Main Street, U.S.A. Guests stroll around, taking in iconic Disney buildings and the holiday magic under a vibrant blue sky—a classic Disney World holiday celebration.

With Thanksgiving just a few days away, we thought we’d update you on Disney Park Pass availability for Thanksgiving Day. According to the Availability Calendar, both the Theme Parks Tickets category and Select Resort Hotels category are full on Thanksgiving Day. The spots that were open last week are now gone. Things are a bit different for Annual Passholders. As ...

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Pocket Guide to Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter

Port Orleans Resort aglow at dusk, inviting Disney fans to discover the magic of a new Resorts Collection guide.

It isn’t easy to decide where to stay on a Walt Disney World vacation. There are so many possibilities! How do you know what each Resort has to offer? Disney Parks Blog and planDisney have taken some of the guesswork out of planning by releasing a series of Pocket Guides. The latest is all about Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – ...

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Best Quiet Pools in Walt Disney World Resorts

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Feature pools are always a hit at Walt Disney World Resorts. They’re often huge, crowded, and they make quite an impact with their theming and features, like water slides. But what if you’re looking for a Disney pool that’s a little more subtle, where you can relax without all the crowds at a feature pool?   This is where Disney’s leisure or ...

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Best Feature Pools in Walt Disney World Resorts

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Location, theming, cost – these are all common considerations when choosing a Walt Disney World Resort Hotel.  But have you taken the time to research the many amazing feature pools that call Disney Resorts home?  This is another important criterion in any Resort Hotel search, because while you can visit other Disney Resorts during your stay, you won’t be able to swim ...

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