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Want to Celebrate Halloween & Christmas In the Same Disney Vacation? Here’s When to Visit!

Left: Jack Skellington stands among glowing Halloween pumpkins, setting a spooky scene on Main Street in Disneyland. Right: Toy soldiers march past sparkling holiday lights and falling snow near Sleeping Beauty Castle, capturing the festive spirit of a Disney Parks Christmas celebration.

Choosing the perfect time of year to visit the Walt Disney World Resort can be a tricky one. This is in addition to deciding on the length of your Disney vacation and if you can tie it in with national holidays that will allow you to take a vacation without having to take too much time off work.  Of course, ...

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This Disney Park Isn’t Letting Foreigners Into Media Previews

Mickey Mouse greets guests in front of the vibrant, storybook castle beneath a sunny blue sky at Tokyo Disneyland.

If you’ve visited Walt Disney World recently, you’ll know how crowded the Parks have been lately. Whether walking along Main Street, U.S.A. or shopping in a Disney store, it can start to feel as if your personal space is constantly being filled. Lines for a popular ride, such as the Haunted Mansion, Space Mountain, Splash Mountain, or other attractions in ...

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This Beloved Hollywood Studios Character Experience Finally Has a Return Date

Woody, Buzz Lightyear, and other Toy Story favorites pose along bright yellow lines in front of the iconic Chinese Theatre at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, while the lively Green Army Drum Corps marches past, filling the park with extra Disney magic.

Did you know some of the best character experiences at Walt Disney World can be found at Disney’s Hollywood Studios? From seeing characters in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, to Olaf, and even Sorcerer Mickey, this Park has something for everyone when it comes to shows and Disney character meet and greets. This was even more true before the pandemic when ...

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The First Fantasmic! Reopening Showtimes Have Been Revealed

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After nearly three years of waiting for Disney World’s nighttime spectacular to return, fans have finally been satiated by a return date for Fantasmic!, the Hollywood Hills Amphitheater staple. RELATED: New Details Released for the Return of Fantasmic! Dining Packages If you’re just now finding out about the return of Fantasmic!, then you probably haven’t heard about the brand-new sequence being ...

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The History of That Lovable Fellow, Figment

Figment delights fans near the Imagination! ride sign at EPCOT, appearing with his dragon puppet, playful cartoon companions, and whimsical dragon statues—capturing the ride’s signature magic and spirit.

When EPCOT first opened in 1981, it was hardly a child-friendly Park. Between the presentational and pedagogical attractions of Future World, the lack of rides in World Showcase, and the massive amount of walking required to traverse the two halves of the Park, many of the smallest Guests had nothing to get excited about when visiting Walt Disney World’s second ...

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Galaxy’s Edge, Galactic Starcruiser & the Limits of Immersion

Galaxy’s Edge adventure at Disney Parks, an immersive Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser hotel suite, and Mickey and Minnie Mouse—decked out for travel—preparing for their magical Disney vacation.

When Universal Orlando opened The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade at Universal’s Islands of Adventure in 2014, the opening shot was fired in a new battle between the world’s biggest theme park companies. Universal would spend the next decade fighting back-and-forth with the Walt Disney Company over which Park could create the most intricate, ornate, fan-desired new land ...

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Why Do We Love That Disney Merchandise So Much? Here Are Three Reasons!

At Disney World, Minnie Mouse greets guests outside Mouse Gear and Emporium, holding shopping bags and inviting fans to explore a vibrant selection of Disney merchandise perfect for park visitors of all ages.

If there’s one thing that Disney Parks fans love as much as the attractions at their favorite theme parks . . . well, it’s the food. But if there are two things that Disney Parks fan love as much as the attractions . . . it’s probably character meet-and-greats. However, if there are three things that Disney Parks fans love ...

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This Disney Park Just Made Inclusivity History

Mickey Mouse greets excited fans in front of a dazzlingly illuminated castle at night, creating magical memories for the crowd at Hong Kong Disneyland.

In our current cultural climate, diversity and inclusion are incredibly important. Companies all over the world are trying to create spaces that are welcoming to everybody, and the Walt Disney Company is no different. One Disney Park, in particular, has made Disney’s inclusivity history this Halloween season by including sign language in one of their live performances. RELATED: This Disney ...

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Guest Risks Ruining Shoes Because of This Disney Park’s ‘No-Show’ Policy

Disney fans are known for making some significant sacrifices to visit their favorite theme Park, but would you be willing to put $150 shoes on the line? One Guest felt that she had no choice due to this Disney No Show policy. RELATED: This Disney Park Is Offering A Special Discount Just for Vaccinated Guests Disneyland’s Annual Passholders, also known ...

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The Parts of Walt Disney World We Often Forget To Visit

Goofy strikes playful poses in front of the Storybook Circus entrance at Walt Disney World, surrounded by vibrant circus decor that brings Disney magic and entertainment to life.

There’s no denying that a visit to Walt Disney World is a truly magical experience. With so much to offer, not just in the theme parks, but beyond them, in each Disney Resort hotel, the Disney water parks and Disney Springs, that you’re in for a wonderfully busy vacation when visiting Lake Buena Vista. When you’re a regular Guest in ...

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