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Inside the $30 Million Secret Upgrading Two Disney World Resorts

Animal Kingdom lodge fire

While most eyes are on the thrilling rides and massive park expansions coming to Walt Disney World, an entirely different multi-million-dollar transformation is quietly underway outside the park gates. The Disney resort hotels are a core part of the Central Florida vacation experience, and the company is making sure its accommodations remain as magical as ever. Credit: Steven Miller, Flickr ...

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The End of the Extra Fee? Disney World is Finally Fixing Its Most Hated Lightning Lane Flaw

As the Seven Dwarfs Mine Train exits the tunnel and descends a hill at the theme park, it's surrounded by rock formations, small trees, and a wooden bridge. Thrilled riders eagerly raise their hands, fully immersed in the enchanting adventure.

If you have visited Walt Disney World recently, you already know that the resort is undergoing a historic transformation. Imagineers are actively working on massive, landscape-altering expansions across three of the four theme parks. Credit: Disney Disney’s Hollywood Studios is rapidly moving ahead with Monstropolis, which will feature a suspended-door coaster. Over at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, DinoLand U.S.A. is officially ...

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It’s Official: Disney World’s 2027 Prices Push a Family Vacation Toward $10,000

Family with Pluto at EPCOT

Planning a Walt Disney World vacation has never exactly been cheap, but families looking ahead to 2027 may want to start putting money aside sooner rather than later. The biggest problem isn’t necessarily one massive expense. It’s how quickly everything starts piling up. You need somewhere to stay. You need theme park tickets. Everyone needs to eat. Unless you live ...

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Truth Behind Disney Park Restrictions: Are Playing Cards Really Banned?

Shanghai Disneyland entrance

Rumors have swirled online about Disney allegedly banning an unusual item from its theme parks, but a development has clarified the truth about what guests can – and cannot – bring into Disney parks. All theme parks boast their own set of rules, but Disney boasts a few more unique and stringent restrictions than others. For instance, both Disneyland Resort ...

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Warning: Disney World Restricts Exclusive Food and Merch to Higher-Paying Guests

A smiling child and adult enjoy Mickey Mouse-shaped ice cream bars included with the Disney Dining Plan in front of a castle at a theme park, with a fountain and blue sky in the background.

Anyone planning a late-summer trip to Walt Disney World should know that Magic Kingdom won’t operate the same way for every guest for much longer. Beginning next week, certain experiences and purchases will no longer be available to everyone inside the park, creating a noticeable divide between standard admission and a more expensive ticket. While regular daytime visitors will still ...

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EPCOT Confirms Surprise Closures for Canada Area in Disney World

Fairytale stone castle surrounded by vibrant gardens, set against a bright sky—reminiscent of Disney Parks’ magical atmosphere.

Another part of EPCOT’s World Showcase is getting some attention from Disney, and guests will notice some changes while walking through the Canada Pavilion. Construction walls have appeared throughout portions of the pavilion, blocking several areas that guests would normally be able to access. One of the closures affects an accessible walkway, forcing some visitors to use a different route ...

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Confirmed: Entire Disney Hotel Closing, Last Check-in Day October 10

Castle of Magical Dreams at Hong Kong Disneyland

Disney is closing the entirety of one iconic hotel from October 12. As per a new announcement, October 10 will mark the last check-in day for guests to check into one of Disney’s flagship resorts. Disney’s Hotel Closures, Explained While total hotel closures are rare for Disney, they can – and do – happen. Disneyland Paris has previously closed entire ...

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Disney World Covers up Historic American Area at EPCOT

The Japan and American Adventure Pavilions at EPCOT as seen across the World Showcase Lagoon

The construction presence at the American Adventure World Showcase Pavilion at EPCOT grew significantly on Wednesday, with new barriers now wrapping around portions of the building that hadn’t been touched since the repair work began. Unfortunately, the damage being uncovered in the process is worse than what was initially visible. More Pillars, More Damage WDWNT reported on July 29 that ...

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