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Splash Mountain’s True Replacement Confirmed by Disney—Tiana Takes a Step Back

Concept art of 'The Lion King' attraction at Disneyland Paris

In a groundbreaking move that has Disney enthusiasts buzzing with excitement, this Disney Resort is set to unveil the world’s first-ever “The Lion King” themed land, complete with an immersive flume ride that promises to transport guests straight into the heart of the African savanna. The New Disney ‘Lion King’ Log Flume Ride Reminds You of an Old Friend This ...

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Magic Kingdom’s Sonny Eclipse Removed as Disney Unveils $60 Billion Revamp

Left side: An animatronic alien named Sonny Eclipse dazzles at a piano in a vibrant outfit. Right side: A cartoon dog character, sporting an orange hat, stands before a majestic fairytale castle under the clear blue sky.

The iconic Sonny Eclipse has been removed from Magic Kingdom Park this week. Some visit Walt Disney World’s original park for thrill rides like TRON Lightcycle / Run and Space Mountain. Others come for classics like Pirates of the Caribbean and “it’s a small world.” Then there are those who seek out Disney’s more eccentric touches—like stopping by Cosmic Ray’s ...

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End of an Era: Disney Announces Countdown to Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Closure

Disney Rock 'n' Roller Coaster

For over two decades, Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith has been a staple of Disney’s Hollywood Studios, offering one of the most intense thrill rides in all of Walt Disney World. Since its grand opening in 1999, the ride has taken guests on a high-speed limo ride through Los Angeles, complete with a heart-pounding Aerosmith soundtrack. Now, the countdown ...

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Disney Shuts Down Tree of Life Attraction and Moves Fast with New Notice

A large, illuminated tree with a thick trunk and sprawling branches is adorned with colorful lights and patterns. Bright spots resembling stars light up the night sky in the background.

The Walt Disney World Resort is moving on quickly as it bids farewell to the iconic Tree of Life attraction in Animal Kingdom. Despite not always being as flashy as its sister parks–Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT, and Disney’s Hollywood Studios–Disney’s Animal Kingdom is a beloved part of the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Central Florida. While the park may ...

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Spring Break Rush: Fantasmic! Expands Showtimes at Hollywood Studios to Keep Up

Fantasmic! Walt Disney World

If you’re planning a trip to Disney’s Hollywood Studios soon, you may want to take note—Disney has added extra showings of Fantasmic! for a limited time. With the parks expected to be packed due to spring break, this change could help manage the high guest volume and ensure more people get to experience this fan-favorite nighttime spectacular. The Magic of ...

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“it’s a small world” Demolished at Disney World After Five Decades of Operation

Guests riding "it's a small world."

Walt Disney World Resort‘s original “it’s a small world” attraction appears to have been damaged by an unruly Magic Kingdom Park guest. “it’s a small world” opened alongside Walt Disney World Resort on October 1, 1971, following the original at Disneyland Resort in 1966. Walt Disney, Mary Blair, and Alice Davis originally created the attraction to support the United Nations ...

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Magic Kingdom Resort May Be Ruining Vacations — Is Yours Next?

Contemporary Resort Exterior Night

For decades, Disney’s Contemporary Resort has been one of the most recognizable and sought-after places to stay at Walt Disney World. Opened in 1971 alongside the Magic Kingdom, the resort has long been a symbol of Disney’s forward-thinking design, with its sleek A-frame structure and the famous monorail gliding straight through its heart. Guests staying here enjoy some of the ...

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Is Disney About to Modernize Carousel of Progress? Fans React to New Teaser

Carousel of Progress Exterior at Night / Magic Kingdom Park

Recently, Walt Disney Imagineering released a short video that showcased the intricate details of the Carousel of Progress, an attraction long cherished by visitors to Magic Kingdom Park. This teaser provided viewers with close-ups of iconic props and scenic elements, piquing interest and excitement. However, the release also ignited a wave of concern among many Disney fans who worry that ...

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Disney’s Magic Kingdom: The Surprising Transformation of Frontierland

Big Thunder Mountain Railroad

Work continues on Magic Kingdom Park’s Big Thunder Mountain Railroad roller coaster as Walt Disney World Resort overhauls its Frontierland area. In the next few years, Frontierland will be nearly unrecognizable to long-time Disney Park guests. Walt Disney World Resort has already replaced the original Frontierland Shootin’ Arcade with a Disney Vacation Club (DVC) lounge, rethemed Splash Mountain into Tiana’s ...

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Guest Shocked by Wild Animal Incident at Walt Disney World—A True Nightmare

The Tree of Life at Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park in front of a clear blue sky.

Poop has been an unusually hot topic at Walt Disney World Resort recently, from accidents in line for Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind at EPCOT to contamination in Disney Resort hotel rooms. In February, one Disney Park guest shared how cast members handled an unfortunate fecal situation at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park. Unlike some recent incidents across Walt ...

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