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Mar- 2026 -17 March
Disney Quietly Adds NEW Perk for Hotel Guests as Prices Rise in 2026
Planning a trip to Walt Disney World in 2026 can feel like a completely different experience compared to just a few years ago. Ticket prices have climbed. Hotel stays cost more than ever. Even smaller add-ons that used to feel…
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17 March
The Secret Disney Resort That’s Been Around for 30 Years
Disney’s Hilton Head Island Resort is celebrating 30 years of enchanting guests with its unique coastal charm, located 300 miles from Walt Disney World. Since opening in 1996, this South Carolina retreat has offered families and Disney Vacation Club members…
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15 March
The Queen of Country Shares a “Soft Place to Land”: Dolly’s Vulnerable Reveal at Dollywood
The Great Smoky Mountains were alive with more than just the sound of bluegrass this past weekend. On Friday, March 13, 2026, country music legend Dolly Parton made a triumphant, glitter-drenched return to the spotlight to kick off Dollywood’s 41st…
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14 March
Shake Up in Leadership at Disney’s MICHELIN-Starred Restaurant
Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa has appointed Matthew Sowers as the new executive chef, overseeing all 13 food and beverage locations, including the MICHELIN-starred Victoria & Albert’s. Sowers brings over 20 years of experience from Victoria & Albert’s, where…
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14 March
Under the Sink: The Chilling Lawsuit Behind an Infant’s Fentanyl Overdose at an Orlando Resort
A family vacation meant for Mother’s Day memories became a descent into a medical nightmare, and now, a major Orlando resort is being held to account in a court of law. On March 12, 2026, a lawsuit was officially filed…
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13 March
Entrance Blocked at Disney’s Most Expensive Resort While Guests Still Pay Full Price
Construction walls have surrounded the porte cochère of Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa as refurbishment begins, blocking the entrance area that also houses the monorail station above. This phase of construction is set to continue through early 2027, with…
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11 March
This 54-Year-Old Disney Hotel Is Shutting Down Major Amenities
Walt Disney World has revealed further details about the ongoing refurbishment of Disney’s Contemporary Resort, a 54-year-old hotel that opened alongside Magic Kingdom on October 1, 1971. Beginning March 23, 2026, the main tower will undergo exterior refurbishment as part…
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8 March
The $10 Billion Debt Trap: Why Your Local Roller Coasters Are Running Out of Time, as More Regional Theme Parks are Sold or Close
For generations, the regional theme park was the “easy win” of the American summer. It didn’t require a cross-country flight or a five-figure savings account. You just packed the car, survived a few hours of “Are we there yet?” and…
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6 March
Disney World Resort Update: Major Amenity Changes Confirmed for All-Star and Deluxe Hotels
When families plan a trip to Walt Disney World Resort, there’s usually a picture-perfect moment that comes to mind: a relaxing afternoon at the pool after a long day in the parks. For many guests, those quiet resort moments are…
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6 March
Disney World Issues 2026 Hotel Warning for Onsite Guests
Walt Disney World vacations require a lot of planning. Guests often map out their trips months in advance, choosing which parks they want to visit, where they want to eat, and—most importantly—where they want to stay. But now, Disney has…
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