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Ten Lies About Disney World

Maleficent’s towering dragon animatronic breathes real fire as it dazzles guests in a Disney World parade beneath sunny skies.

6. You have to be on Main Street to see the parades I don’t know if this is as much of a lie as it is simply a desire to be on Main Street, but you absolutely do not need to be on Main Street to see the parade. If you don’t want to spend some serious time camping out ...

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Ten Lies About Disney World

Disney World guidemaps fanned out on blue, showcasing vibrant covers—your ticket to every magical secret in the parks.

7. It can be done in one or a few days This lie is interesting to me, and I can only assume it happens as a result of one of two reasons. One reason is that the people who promote this lie do absolutely no research—they do so little research that they think Walt Disney World is one park, and ...

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Ten Lies About Disney World

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8. You can get free stuff if you ask This is another lie that I heard occasionally while on my college program. I assume that by “free stuff” people are usually referring to things like snacks or basic merchandise items. I don’t know of any company that would just give out free stuff because you asked, and Disney certainly does ...

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Ten Lies About Disney World

Two park employees in themed uniforms pose in front of a rustic kiosk. They wear khaki shorts, white shirts, orange scarves, and brown sashes. The background features a colorful map and stone details.

9. Cast members will watch your kids for you Disney does offer some excellent childcare services, however these services come from cast members whose job it is to watch your children, not any cast member you happen to see. While safety is indeed a huge priority for any Disney cast member, watching your children is really not part of your ...

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Ten Lies About Disney World

Disney FastPass+ Entrance sign with clock above and Sleeping Beauty, Cinderella art below—essential for Disney park first-timers.

10. Fastpass costs money One “lie,” or misconception that I occasionally heard during my college program was from guests who did not use Fastpass until the end of their trip, because they assumed that it cost money. I assume this misconception occurs simply because other theme parks do generally charge for similar services, however Fastpass at Walt Disney World is ...

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Changes for Annual Passholders at Walt Disney World

Set of four Disney World Annual Passholder cards (2013–2014) with Donald, Goofy, Mickey, and Minnie Mouse on display.

There have been a couple of neat changes announced for Walt Disney World annual passes.  The first is that starting October 2nd, if you purchase an annual pass, you get 13 months for the price of 12.  The passes must be purchased between October 2, 2016 and January 3, 2017 in order to qualify for the promotion.  If you have ...

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Yacht & Beach Club Convention Space to Expand at Walt Disney World

Walt Disney World Resort's Yacht Club Resort hotel exterior

The permit applications have been filed to kick off the required work to expand the current convention center space at Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club.  The current convention space is around 75,000 square feet.  With the expansion, the new size is expected to be around 100,000 square feet.  Disney plans to begin the construction soon and finish by spring of ...

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New Visa Photo Spot at Walt Disney World

Water flows down a striking brown fountain at Epcot, one of Disney World's eye-catching attractions and hidden favorites.

It is said that the Imagination! Pavilion will be the host to the new Visa cardholder exclusive photo spot.  With this addition, the current location at Innoventions West will be closing.  You must show your Disney Chase Visa in order to enter the area for your free photo spot with the character for that day.  This may help drive a ...

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Walt Disney World Expands the Wishes Fireworks Dessert Party

Fireworks burst above Cinderella Castle in Magic Kingdom, illuminating the night as guests watch in awe during a spectacular show.

You may already be familiar with the Wishes Fireworks Dessert party that has previously been offered.  The event is an extra ticket in addition to park admission, and with it you get exclusive access to unlimited desserts and non-alcoholic beverages as well as private viewing for Wishes fireworks without fighting the crowds on Main Street, USA.  Starting on October 1st, ...

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La Nouba Dinner and Show Package Offered at Walt Disney World

Disney Springs brochure packed with insider tips, a fresh map, and vibrant photos of top attractions and dining hotspots.

You can now purchase a La Nouba Dinner and Show package, which includes dinner at Morimoto Asia.  The meal includes an appetizer, entree and a non-alcoholic beverage.  The menu for the package is prix fixe, so you don’t get full choices across the entire menu.  The costs are $129 for tickets that are front and center ($109 for kids) or ...

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