It sounds like the kind of twist you’d only see in a movie: an animator who helped bring The Lion King (1994), Mulan (1998), and Aladdin (1992) to life suddenly walking away from Disney. For Tom Bancroft, that’s precisely what happened. Known for his work on Mushu the dragon, young Simba, and even Jafar’s sly sidekick Abu, this famous animator ...

For more than a decade, Walt Disney World has relied on the My Disney Experience app to keep vacations running smoothly. It’s the central hub for booking dining reservations, securing Lightning Lanes, checking wait times, and managing family plans. But now, after 13 years of offering a familiar feature for free, Disney has suddenly pulled the plug—and guests are already ...

For many Disney fans, the Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover is one of the most underrated rides in the park.  Gliding above Tomorrowland, it gives you a chance to relax, recharge, and take in a bird’s-eye view of one of the park’s most iconic lands. And for years, part of its charm has been peeking into attractions like Space Mountain and ...

Guests had an “extra” magical day at Disneyland. Credit: Disney Related: Disney Teases Return of Beloved Attraction After Nearly 5 Years Of Downtime When visiting the original Disneyland Resort, there are so many thrilling and iconic rides and attractions that guests can experience. From Matterhorn Bobsleds to Haunted Mansion, the level of quality is unmatched when it comes to Disney theme ...

Navigating Walt Disney World is a little tricky right now. Credit: Disney Related: Disney Announces Final Closing Date for a Entire Theme Park Area There’s a lot happening at Walt Disney World Resort, so much in fact, it can be hard to keep up. Disney recently wrapped up its Destination D23 event, which saw the company deliver a treasure trove ...

Disney’s Animal Kingdom is preparing for its annual maintenance cycle as Kali River Rapids is set to close for refurbishment beginning October 6. The popular water attraction is scheduled to reopen in December, giving guests a refreshed experience just in time for the holiday season. Closing Date Announced Disney confirmed that this year’s refurbishment comes earlier than usual, a strategic ...

The magic at Walt Disney World is a well-oiled machine. From the moment you scan your MagicBand to the time fireworks burst behind Cinderella Castle, the “Most Magical Place on Earth” appears seamless to guests. But behind that perfectly polished curtain lies an entire hidden world of operational procedures, staff protocols—and yes, code words. A recent viral post in the ...

A visit to Walt Disney World’s EPCOT this morning started with anything but magic, as a surprise power outage threw key operations into disarray—leaving guests confused, frustrated, and stuck in lengthy delays before the park had even officially opened. Credit: Jose Alvarez, Flickr Multiple guests took to Reddit and social media to report that upon arriving at EPCOT on the ...

Disney World claims that no one has ever died on the property. But a person claiming to be a former cast member has spilled some tea on what actually happens when someone does, in fact, cross to the other side while vacationing at the most magical place on earth. Credit: Scott Calleja, Flickr Disney World Claims No One Has Ever ...

Walt Disney World Resort is known as the Most Magical Place on Earth, and for good reason. Between the four incredible theme parks, two water parks, the huge shopping and dining area of Disney Springs, the unique hotels, and more, there is so much to love about it. Many people can’t imagine taking their vacation anywhere else. People who love ...