When Disney rolled out Lightning Lane, the pitch was simple: skip the standby line and enjoy your day with less waiting. At Walt Disney World, that convenience comes with a cost. Guests can purchase a Lightning Lane Multi Pass or a Single Pass for the most in-demand rides, days in advance if they’re staying at a Disney resort. But over ...

Disney guests were left stranded and unable to visit the theme parks in the United States after an entire airline suspended all flights indefinitely following a massive employee walkout. Disney Guests Left in Shock Following Airline Flights Suspension It’s every traveler’s nightmare: months of planning, saving, and daydreaming about the perfect Disney vacation—only to have it fall apart before you ...

Walt Disney World’s Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is set to make its spirited return to Magic Kingdom this year, running from August 15 through October 31. As ever, the special after-hours event promises entertainment, treats, and rare character appearances you won’t find during regular park hours. Credit: Jamie S., Inside the Magic While the party officially begins at 7 p.m., ...

A sad event unfolded on the evening of August 13, 2025, at Disneyland, after a guest was violently attacked and robbed after heading home from the theme parks. Credit: Disney Disneyland Guest Robbed, Punched Multiple Times After Leaving Theme Park It’s a scene most Disneyland guests know well—leaving the park with tired feet, a bag of souvenirs in hand, and ...

For years, Disney World has been known as the ultimate family vacation spot. But in recent years, that “most magical place on earth” tagline has also started to come with a “most expensive” reputation. Between tickets, food, and hotel stays, costs have steadily crept upward. Now, with Disney’s latest paid skip-the-line system, families may soon be facing an even bigger ...

EPCOT is adding some entrance security protocols to keep up with high demand. Will this change the way you enter this theme park? Credit: Greg Goebel, Flickr EPCOT Setting up New Entrance Protocols for All Guests It’s the kind of morning Disney fans dream about: the Florida sun is just peeking over the horizon, Spaceship Earth glimmers in the distance, ...

You might think Disney World is all churros, character hugs, and happily-ever-afters. But take a closer look, and you’ll realize it’s pretty easy to get on the wrong side of the rules—sometimes without even realizing it. Guests have been escorted out by security, called out by Cast Members, and even arrested in extreme cases, all because they broke a park ...

A food health crisis has stricken the Central Orlando area as seven different restaurants right outside of Walt Disney World have shut down by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation. Credit: Brian McGowan, Unsplash Walt Disney World Area Hit With Health Crisis Following Food Establishments Closing Down by Health Department The idea of dining just outside Walt Disney ...

After being caught sinking, Disney World is finally fixing an EPCOT dock. EPCOT Sinking Dock Finally Dealt With by Disney It was almost eerie: a piece of EPCOT’s iconic World Showcase was slowly disappearing beneath the water—and no one seemed to be talking about it. Photos showed a once-reliable dock near the Morocco Pavilion tilting, sagging, and dipping beneath the ...

There’s nothing quite like EPCOT during the holidays. The lights shimmer across the World Showcase Lagoon, the smell of freshly baked cookies drifts through the air, and the park pulses with music, laughter, and excitement. The EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays is one of Walt Disney World’s most beloved seasonal traditions, drawing in visitors from all over the world. ...