Over the next few years, the Walt Disney World Resort will grow exponentially with a slew of new offerings. In mid-January, Walt Disney World Resort closed three attractions in its popular DinoLand U.S.A. area. This was to make way for the already announced Tropical Americas-themed land which will feature signature experiences based on the Encanto and Indiana Jones franchises. The ...
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U.S. Trade War Could Disrupt Travel Plans, Impacting Some Disney Vacations
The United States has once again found itself at the center of a global trade dispute—this time with its closest neighbors, Canada and Mexico—which could negatively impact Disney (DIS) vacations. The Cost of Disney Vacations Could Rise for Canadians and Mexicans In response to sweeping tariffs imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump, both countries have fired back with retaliatory tariffs ...
Read More »Disney’s Tower of Terror Ride Stops Mid-Drop as Emergency Brakes Engage
A Walt Disney World Resort guest recently shared their experience of being saved by the emergency brakes on The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror. The Disney’s Hollywood Studios attraction went off course, putting guests in danger. The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror opened at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in July 1994. It’s grown to be the icon of the third Walt ...
Read More »Walt Disney World Announces Major Operational Changes Taking Effect This Month
If you’re planning a trip to Walt Disney World soon, you might want to double-check those park hours. Disney is known for tweaking its schedule to accommodate crowd levels, special events, and seasonal celebrations. Whether you’re an early riser looking to beat the crowds or a night owl hoping to soak up every last bit of Disney magic, these updates ...
Read More »New Report Reveals Challenges Ahead for Disney World Cast Members
In 2023, the Service Trades Council Unions, a collective of unions representing the thousands of cast members at the Walt Disney World Resort, won a much-deserved raise for Disney World employees. The new contract would raise most cast members’ salaries above $20 an hour by early 2024 and nearly $25 an hour by 2026. It was a well-deserved raise for ...
Read More »Disney Retires Historic Opening Day Attraction—Closing in 40 Days
The landscape of Disney’s Animal Kingdom is undergoing significant change, and yet another beloved attraction is preparing to take its final bow. It’s Tough to Be a Bug!, the long-running 4D show located inside the iconic Tree of Life, is officially set to close permanently on March 17, 2025. The attraction, which has been entertaining guests since the park’s opening ...
Read More »CDC Issues Health Advisory as Multiple Illnesses Surge—What Disney World Guests Should Know
With winter in full swing, Florida experienced its coldest January in nearly two decades. The state known for sun and beaches even got up to eight inches of snow, crippling travel in the northern part of the state. Besides the obvious issues with the weather in Florida, there is an unintended side effect that could make winter even worse and ...
Read More »Disney World Announces Changes to ‘Avatar’ Land Amid 2025 Closures
Disney’s Animal Kingdom has quietly launched a refurbishment project in Pandora – The World of Avatar, surprising many park-goers. The breathtaking bioluminescent walkways, which come alive after dark, are getting a fresh coat of paint. While the refurbishment was unexpected, it aligns perfectly with the park’s upcoming extended hours in February, giving guests more opportunities to experience Pandora at night ...
Read More »Trump’s Immigration Policy and Tariffs Impact Disney’s Expansion Plans
In the fall of 2024, college campuses started booming again. For the first time since the pandemic, college enrollment increased by 4.7 percent to nearly 16 million students. While these statistics are great news for colleges, it’s bad news for the construction industry. With more high school graduates heading to college, there are fewer going into the skilled trades at ...
Read More »Beloved Disney Attractions Closing in Summer 2025—Here’s What’s Going Away
Walt Disney World has confirmed that Jellyrolls, the beloved dueling piano bar located at Disney’s BoardWalk Inn, will be closing its doors in 2025, adding to the list of 2025 shut downs at Disney World. Below, we will cover all upcoming closures that may effect your 2025 vacation. This marks another significant change in the resort’s ongoing transformation, which has ...
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