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 ...
Read More »Warning: Disney World Restricts Exclusive Food and Merch to Higher-Paying Guests
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 ...
Read More »EPCOT Confirms Surprise Closures for Canada Area in Disney World
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 ...
Read More »Confirmed: Entire Disney Hotel Closing, Last Check-in Day October 10
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 ...
Read More »Disney World Covers up Historic American Area at EPCOT
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 ...
Read More »Iconic Magic Kingdom Restaurant Overhaul Confirmed, 50+ Changes Announced
Walt Disney World guests may notice some major differences the next time they sit down for a meal. Disney has rolled out a sweeping series of menu changes across the resort, with more than 50 new food and drink items appearing at restaurants, lounges, food courts, and quick-service locations. At the same time, plenty of familiar choices have disappeared. The ...
Read More »Disney World’s New EPCOT Fireworks Package Costs a Family of 4 Nearly $450
Watching fireworks around World Showcase Lagoon is one of the most popular ways to end a day at EPCOT. Soon, Disney World guests will have another option that combines dinner with a view of the nighttime spectacular. Disney is introducing a new fireworks dining package at Shiki-Sai: Sushi Izakaya, the table-service restaurant located inside EPCOT’s Japan Pavilion. The Shiki-Sai Fireworks ...
Read More »Magic Kingdom To Execute Park-Changing Measures for All Guests Effective August 7
Walt Disney World has once again adjusted its operating calendar, and this round of changes makes clear that Magic Kingdom isn’t just planning around Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party — it’s actively working to keep the park appealing to everyone else visiting that day, too. Disney Extends Hours Across Multiple Parks The latest update continues a pattern Disney has leaned into ...
Read More »Confirmed: Brand-New ‘Star Wars’ Attraction Launching in 2027 With Iconic Characters and More
An official new Star Wars attraction is launching next year. But not at Disney Parks. Disney Parks are home to the most immersive Star Wars experiences in the world. While longstanding attractions such as Star Tours — The Adventures Continue predate Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, the themed land is now considered the hub of the faraway galaxy, whether at Disneyland ...
Read More »Disneyland Hit With Citywide Water Failure, Chaos Follows
Every Disneyland guest has a mental list of things that can go wrong on a park day. Rain in the forecast. A favorite attraction down for refurbishment. Lightning Lane is selling out before you get to it. A stroller parking situation that eats up twenty minutes. These are the normal frustrations, and most regulars have made peace with all of ...
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