In 2018, Walt Disney World Resort ended one of its long-running conservation-themed attractions at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park, and one insider recently claimed to know the reason why. “Song of the Rainforest” had been part of Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park for over 20 years. Located in the Conservation Station in the Rafiki’s Planet Watch area, the attraction was ...

Today marks a solemn anniversary for the Walt Disney World community. On June 14, 2016, 2-year-old Lane Graves lost his life in a tragic alligator attack while playing near the shoreline of the Seven Seas Lagoon at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa in Orlando. The incident shocked the nation and left an indelible mark on the Disney Resort experience. ...

Pricing Changes Ahead of Independence Day Disney World has announced significant price hikes for its Lightning Lane services, specifically tailored for the anticipated influx of guests during the Fourth of July weekend. The Lightning Lane Premier Pass, which allows visitors to bypass traditional wait lines at various attractions, has seen increases of approximately 7% to 9% across multiple parks. At ...

An incident took place at Magic Kingdom this week that is dividing guests. A New Era for the Magic Kingdom Begins Next Month Magic Kingdom is the world’s most-visited theme park for a reason. With its immersive lands and plethora of attractions, Disney fans flock to the park in droves year after year. The theme park is set for a ...

Overview of the Drowning Incident A tragic drowning incident occurred at the Westgate Town Center Resort, located in the Disney World area, involving a five-year-old autistic boy named Ashton. When he wandered away from their supervision, Ashton was vacationing with his family, preparing to visit the nearby Central Florida theme parks. Emergency services were called to the resort around 10 ...

A troublesome part of Walt Disney World is now off limits. Related: Pixar Returns to Italy with Gatto, A Cat’s Journey of Friendship Over the years, each of Disney World’s four theme parks has changed significantly, though EPCOT looks especially different from how it did on opening day. While EPCOT’s core focus and message remain true in 2025, there’s now ...

New details have emerged ahead of the closure of an iconic Disney World attraction. Related: Disneyland Paris Tones Down Its Version of Haunted Mansion, Is Disney World Next? Walt Disney World is home to dozens of classic rides and attractions. From legendary dark rides like Haunted Mansion and Peter Pan’s Flight to modern marvels like Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic ...

Disney World has seemingly pulled back on one of its expansion plans for Magic Kingdom, which was announced and started in 2019. What’s going on? What’s Going on in the Kingdom? Disney World Pulls Back 2019 Expansion Plan It’s a curious sight that longtime Walt Disney World visitors may not notice—unless they know exactly what to look for. Where guests ...

Talent Search for Jollywood Nights Disney has officially announced the search for talent to enhance this year’s Jollywood Nights, a prominent holiday event at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The casting call highlights the requirement for vocalists and dancers, specifically emphasizing roles that capture the essence of beloved Disney characters like Tiana and Belle. The requirements for the vocalists are particularly rigorous. ...

In a surprise report, a classic Disney World attraction–known for being a guest favorite–has been stripped from the Magic Kingdom. Nestled in the heart of Fantasyland at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom, The Sword in the Stone attraction offers guests a brush with legend, inviting them to test their strength—and destiny—by attempting to pull the fabled Excalibur from its anvil. ...