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NEW: Company-wide layoffs have reached Disney Parks & Resorts, with Imagineering hit. Given Here’s what we know, how layoffs at WDI could have an outsized downstream impact, which projects are most likely to be impacted, and which are likely safe.
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Heads up: Walt Disney World has announced John Stamos and the California Sound as a replacement band for Eat to the Beat. But as explained, it's likely that this is (mostly) a change in name as opposed to substance or sound... disneytouristblog.com/disney…
NEW: Walt Disney World is shifting the schedule for Extended Evening Hours in early 2027, just in time for the best time of the year for the on-site perk at Magic Kingdom. Here are details, along with when we expect it to switch back to DAK/DHS and more!
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NEW: When we first stayed here 15 years ago, we hated it. Our dead last WDW resort--it felt un-Disney & dreary. We've come to appreciate the misunderstood hotel fans overlook. Not for everyone, but here's why we're now fans & think it's worth considering. disneytouristblog.com/corona…
NEW: The "rising tides" thesis was not correct, but neither was "Universal is going to eat Walt Disney World's lunch" fan claims. Here's a breakdown of attendance numbers, beyond just the headline increases & decreases, and what we expect going forward…
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NEW: The Muppet Christmas Carol, once a cult classic, is having a moment and is powering a major marketing campaign with multigenerational appeal. And through it all, Disney still isn’t quite sure what to do with the suddenly “it” Muppets IP.
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NEW: Disney's first-ever ride based on Wreck-It Ralph has a ~$200 million budget, and opens exactly when predicted in April 2027. The bigger and more surprising news is that Space Mountain Earthrise will not debut the same day...
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Disney has been on a mission to get guests onto rides per day by improving efficiency, decreasing downtime & more. This is a quiet but big win, and we have new details on the initiative that's as important as "sexy" projects like park expansion...
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Three years after it closed, millions more fans have been entertained by Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser's spectacular failure than took a voyage on the Halcyon. That continues via “The Kosmic Kruiser” lampooning by the Simpsons, with Jenny Nicholson...
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NEW: Most Christmas foods coming to Magic Kingdom, Hollywood Studios & Animal Kingdom are nothing noteworthy. One big exception is the new Santa's Holiday Grove, which has a holiday edition of Walt Disney World’s new viral dessert (that lives up to hype).
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For an affordable, easy & efficient meal at EPCOT, this eatery is tough to beat. Overlooked by most guests, there's covered seating, short lines, and an inexpensive menu with healthy *and* indulgent dishes, plus one of Walt Disney World's best desserts. disneytouristblog.com/sarah-…
Universal’s recent earnings call was a rough one, with leaders suggesting Annual Passes for Epic Universe are on the horizon. The only problem is that tension still exists with bandwidth to accommodate the influx of locals.
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NEW: Walt Disney World fans love to hate hotel room reimaginings, calling them boring & bland. We disagree with much of this criticism, but even we were blown away by the details and distinctly 'Disney' quality to the rooms at Tokyo Disneyland Hotel. Wow.
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Somehow, Bob Chapek returned. Disney's former CEO is taking a break from his book tour to "help" the Vail Resorts turnaround. Here’s how he might do for skiing what he did for Walt Disney World, and why he might be suited for a role on this board. Really!
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NEW: Walt Disney World's worst food park is getting new & refreshed menu items. It's a step in the right direction, but there are several more consequential changes WDW could make to dramatically improve dining at Magic Kingdom...
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Walt Disney World has added the last celebrity narrator to complete the 2026 Candlelight Processional lineup, with Jordan Fisher slated to host in the final spot. Here are full details, plus an update on our experience booking “sold out” dining packages…
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The first round of Muppet Christmas Carol merchandise is now available via Private Access, and Disney just announced another collection that looks even better. Guess I'll soon own my very first Spirit Jersey. Just look at that gem!!!
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This 23-track, 66-minute album is a win for EPCOT fans, old and new. Here are details, including the full tracklist, where you can stream it, why this is such a big deal to diehards & more of our favorite Walt Disney World BGMs...
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This 23-track, 66-minute album is a win for EPCOT fans, old and new. Here are details, including the full tracklist, where you can stream it, why this is such a big deal to diehards & more of our favorite Walt Disney World BGMs...
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NEW: Rumors are swirling that Walt Disney World will install new facial recognition entrances & replace hotel key readers. We believe the rumors in part, and expect it'll minimize MagicBands, but doubt the wearables die out at WDW for one simple reason...
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