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10 Things A Walt Disney World Cast Member Might Never Tell You

A vibrant Cast Member in a bright pink wig playfully shares secrets, delighting guests as crowds blur in the background.

1) Complaints about their roles When I’ve worked for other, small, family owned companies, it would not necessarily be the worst thing in the world (although it wouldn’t be the best either) to admit to another employee or a regular customer that you’ve had a long week, or you’re working a double that day. However, in Walt Disney World, complaining ...

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8 Facts And Secrets About Big Thunder Mountain Railroad At Walt Disney World

Sepia photo of Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at Walt Disney World, showcasing its iconic rugged peaks and wooden trestle bridge.

Encompassing 2,780 feet of railroad track and reaching an average top speed of 30 miles per hour, it may not be the fastest ride in the Magic Kingdom or Walt Disney World, but it is certainly the wildest ride. Located in Frontierland, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad zips riders around sagebrush and pine, through an abandoned ghost mine, into dark caves, ...

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7 Things They Won’t Tell You About Shopping at Walt Disney World but We Will

Must-have Mickey Mouse ears hat featuring glowing white ears and vibrant Mickey faces—perfect for Disney World fun and photos!.

by Brittany DiCologero 1) Shipping services Items purchased in the park can be shipped either to your resort gift shop or to package pick up at the front of the park. Simply ask to have your items shipped while you’re being checked out, remembering that food items cannot be shipped. It is also important to consider how much longer you ...

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7 Facts and Secrets About Walt Disney World’s Memory Maker

A photographer with a tripod and camera captures a scene on a sunny day in a theme park. People walk by, including a man pushing a stroller. Shops and umbrellas are visible in the background.

1) It’s cheaper to buy in advance By purchasing Memory Maker in advance, you’ll be able to use the same service for a somewhat smaller cost. If you purchase Memory Maker at least three days before you plan on using it, the cost will be $169, however if you purchase it during your Disney vacation you’ll be paying $199—leaving the ...

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9 Facts And Secrets About Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party

Ghostly parade floats draped in fog glide down Main Street at Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party, thrilling Disney fans.

Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween party is a ticketed event that occurs during part of September and all of October! There is separate admission for the event, so you will want to make sure you have your tickets purchased for the night that you are interested in. The parties aren’t scary in nature at all, but more focused on fun, ...

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6 Facts & Secrets About Walt Disney World’s Hollywood Studios

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Guests who spend time in Walt Disney World love to visit Disney’s Hollywood Studios and enjoy all that the amazing park has to offer. Themed to bring Hollywood and television to life, guests who spend time in Disney’s Hollywood Studios can enjoy rocking out with Aerosmith, entering into The Twilight Zone, shrinking down to the size of toys, and blasting ...

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8 Facts & Secrets About Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom

Peter Pan’s Flight sign at Magic Kingdom, featuring Peter, Wendy, John & Michael soaring above Big Ben—a beloved Disney classic.

Guests who enjoy a Walt Disney World vacation love to spend plenty of time in the wonderful Magic Kingdom. The park is full of amazing attractions, dining, entertainment, and shopping for guests to enjoy spread out throughout several themed lands. While guests spend plenty of time exploring and enjoying all that the Magic Kingdom, they may not realize that the ...

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Disney Rides You Might Be Able To Ride Over And Over With Short Lines

Iconic “it’s a small world” entry with whimsical boats and joyful children, a Disney Parks favorite guests love to revisit.

While there are times these attractions have lengthy lines, we find them to be our best bet for riding over and over again if there is a chance to on any Disney World attractions! [google_ad] 1) Peoplemover The Peoplemover, located in the Magic Kingdom’s Tomorrowland often generates a short line regardless of the time of day. I can only assume ...

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8 Facts and Secrets About the Jungle Cruise

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By Melissa Fegely Deep in the lush jungles and mysterious paths of Adventureland, the Jungle Cruise awaits daring and brave travelers with a sense of humor. Opening in 1971, where else can guests float down the Amazon, Congo, Nile, and Mekong rivers in ten minutes, come across fierce natives, and encounter exotic wildlife, but the Magic Kingdom’s Jungle Cruise? Your ...

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7 Facts And Secrets About Pirates Of The Caribbean At Walt Disney World

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The slow transformation from the hometown nostalgia of Main Street USA to Aventureland begins around the Crystal Palace. The transition continues as you cross over the wooden bridge and start to hear the distinctive drumbeats. The vegetation is lush, tiki statues dot the walkway, and the music is now a tropical melody. As you journey deeper into Aventureland, you will ...

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