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Disney Tips shares guides and travel updates related to planning your trip to the Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort.

10 Things to Know About Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance at Walt Disney World

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When Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge opened at Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World in August 2019, it did so with a few shops, restaurants, one attraction—Millennium Falcon: Smugglers’ Run—and the promise of another attraction—Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance—in December of the same year. The brand-new 14-acre park—that cost more than $1 billion to construct, by the way—is set inside ...

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Best & Worst Quick Service Restaurants at Walt Disney World

If you ask a recent visitor to Walt Disney World about the food, you are likely to get one of two answers.  Either it is “overpriced typical theme park food”, or it’s “amazing – a foodie haven!”  With such polarizing reviews, which is accurate?  Actually, they both are.  The quality of Disney dining is really variable based on what restaurants ...

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First Things We Do When Arriving at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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With more than 20 attractions, numerous restaurants, thirst-quenching bars and tempting snack carts, world-class shows, almost 30 shops, and of course the wonderful animals, there is so much to see, do, and experience in Disney’s Animal Kingdom.  Toss in new attractions and shows being added all the time, and it can definitely be daunting to tackle this park! Make sure ...

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Tips for a Stress Free Trip to Walt Disney World

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I believe vacation should be relaxing, not stressful.  Yet just a few minutes of people watching at Walt Disney World will provide you dozens of examples of stressed-out visitors!  Some people might even say that a Disney vacation is inherently stressful, but I disagree.  Here are ten tips for keeping your Disney trip stress free!  [google_ad]  1. Plan your transportation ...

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Reopening of Magic Kingdom: Things To Know Before Visiting

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Magic Kingdom reopened to adoring fans on July 11 of this year. It was music to our ears—there’s just something about knowing the parks aren’t in operation that makes our skin crawl and our hearts sad. With the phased reopening, however, come several changes—each one brought about to protect the health and safety of Guests and Cast Members alike—that lend ...

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Restaurants We Love at Walt Disney World’s Moderate Resorts

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Walt Disney World is known for its amazing dining options that range from grab-and-go snacks to signature dining. With literally hundreds of dining options to choose, many guests love to indulge in wonderful meals throughout their vacations, including special times at full service restaurants that can create the perfect breakfast, lunch, or dinner. While many guests tend to head to ...

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