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Lightning Lane Warning: EPCOT Removes “Pay-to-Ride” Access from Tier 1 Attractions

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Lightning Lane Multi Pass can be a great way to cut down on wait times at Walt Disney World. At Magic Kingdom and Hollywood Studios, guests often have multiple opportunities to use the service on attractions that regularly draw long lines. EPCOT, however, offers a much different experience. Although the park uses the same Lightning Lane Multi Pass system, its ...

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Disney Confirms Widespread Closure for Art of Animation Resort in 2027

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Disney’s Art of Animation Resort has become one of the most popular Value Resorts at Walt Disney World, especially for families. Between the oversized Disney character theming, spacious family suites, and direct access to the Disney Skyliner, it’s easy to understand why the resort books up so quickly throughout the year. But if you’re thinking about staying there in 2027, ...

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Walt Disney World Confirms 3 Christmas Traditions Retired Permanently

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The holidays remain one of the most magical times to visit Walt Disney World, with festive decorations, exclusive entertainment, seasonal treats, and special events transforming the resort every year. While Disney continues introducing new offerings, longtime fans have also watched several beloved Christmas traditions quietly disappear over the past decade. Some seasonal experiences simply skipped a year before returning. Others, ...

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Walt Disney World’s Biggest July Changes Begin in Less Than One Week

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With July only a few days away, now is the perfect time to double-check your Walt Disney World plans. Summer is always one of the busiest times of the year at the resort, and this July brings more than just holiday crowds. Guests will encounter special entertainment, attraction closures, resort refurbishments, new experiences, and ongoing construction that could affect how ...

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The End of Free Transit: Disney World’s Controversial New Transportation Ban Launches Today

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If you are waking up at Walt Disney World or planning a trip to Central Florida, the rules for property transportation have just undergone a massive change. Credit: Disney Today, Sunday, June 28, 2026, Disney has officially made its controversial ban on Disney Springs bus transportation permanent. Following successful testing windows earlier this year, the permanent policy went live this ...

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Goodbye to the Wild West: Disney Moves Forward With Plans to Erase Frontierland for Non-Stop Movie IP

Construction in Frontierland at the Magic Kingdom

For decades, Walt Disney World has proven that no part of its theme parks is completely untouchable. Guests have watched beloved attractions close, entire lands evolve, and classic experiences disappear in favor of new ideas. While change has always been part of Disney’s strategy, some transformations have sparked far more debate than others. Now, one of Magic Kingdom’s most iconic ...

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Disney World Is Locking Down Walt’s Favorite Ride Next Week—But Its Secret Clones Aren’t Leaving

Historical photo of John Progress the animatronic.

If you walk through Tomorrowland at Magic Kingdom today, June 28, 2026, you are officially standing in the final days of theme park history. In exactly seven days, on July 5, 2026, Walt Disney’s Carousel of Progress will host its final rotation in its current form. On July 6, the doors will lock for a massive, top-to-bottom temporal reimagining, keeping ...

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New ‘Pirates’ Expansion Announced for Magic Kingdom

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A new Pirates experience is coming to Walt Disney World Resort soon, prompting speculation on a possible expansion. Will we see more of the beloved Captain Jack Sparrow? Disney Fans Have Been Waiting for Adventureland to Feel Alive Again There are certain corners of Magic Kingdom that seem to come alive differently during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. The music changes. ...

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Disney World Just Made Holiday Travel Cheaper—But Only If You Pass This Screen Test

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Visiting Walt Disney World during the final months of the year is an unmatched experience. With festive overlays, seasonal treats, and a winter wonderland atmosphere, it is prime time for families to book a getaway. However, it is also traditionally the most expensive time to visit. Credit: Disney In a surprising move, Disney has just dropped a massive vacation package ...

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