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Is the Grand Floridian Orchestra returning to Disney's Grand Floridian Resort? This story plus tips for the Tron Virtual Queue, Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party and our take on the new DVC building at Disney's Polynesian Village Resort. Trip Report: Disney's Vero Beach Resort and Walt Disney World Grand Floridian Resort   Every August we do a split-stay Disney trip with three nights Disney's...

The New Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Photo Ops for 2023 Where to find them and where to find some Returning Favorites as Well Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is now scaring things up at Magic Kingdom Park, and Disney PhotoPass photographers have some brand new spooky shots and spots taking place during the event. New photos include Donald Duck’s mischievous nephews, the Lonesome Gho...

Disney Vacation Planning Just Got a Little Easier Maybe it should have been there from the very start, but after years of having to jump through hoops with Disney World and Disneyland vacation planning, Disney is finally implementing a change that will make trip planning a little easier for guests. This story, plus Disney Aulani news and a Christmas 2023 Disneyland update. The Big Changes for How...

Heading to Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party in 2023? If yes, you're in luck as this promises the best year ever when it comes to specialty foods. Our complete guide on what to try, plus our take on the recently reopened Trail's End and Crockett's Tavern at Fort Wilderness. The Must Eat Items at Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party   This is one of the best years ever for foodies at Mickey's...

The walls at EPCOT have been there for so long that we forget what it was like to wander freely without them. But that will be coming to an end soon. So what will it be like when the walls come down at EPCOT? This story and more Disney travel news. Here's What Will Happen When the Walls Come Down at EPCOT EPCOT will be the center of the Disney100 celebration at Walt Disney World and when the walls...

It's Time for Our Annual Review of the EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Foodie Guide For 2023 there are a total of 32 new food dishes to try and 42 new beverages options to try at the EPCOT Food and Wine Festival. We share the entire menu including our top picks from what's new and top picks from returning favorites. As a reminder, Emile's Fromage Montage is back and the locations are noted below. Thi...

If you're looking to try the most bizarre food that's available at Walt Disney World, we share where to find the newest strange culinary offerings. Will you dare to try them? Plus where to find the seven newest Disney PhotoPass Magic Shots at Disneyland. Where to Find the Most Bizarre Food at Walt Disney World  A Strange New Culinary Adventure is Coming to EPCOT International Food & Wine Festi...

The Internet is full of Disney travel "experts" sharing Disney summer travel tips, so which tips are actually worth heeding and which are pure hogwash? We Searched the Web to Find the Trends in Disney World Summer Travel Tips, What we Found was Eye Opening   We compiled a range of summer travel tips for Walt Disney World to share what we think are actually tips to consider. We are not Orlando loca...

Disney's latest update to Genie+ isn't really big news, but it is a welcome enhancement that may signal more things to come. The good and the bad of this update for the Disney traveler, plus Rogers: The Musical top tips and more Disney travel news. Update to Disney Genie+ Service at Walt Disney World In a first baby step towards making Disney Genie+ a little more flexible, you will now have the op...

Walt Disney World is Launching a Brand New Christmas Holiday Party at Disney’s Hollywood Studios: How Will it Compare to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party? We share everything you need to know about both Walt Disney World Christmas Holiday Parties, including which one you should attend if you can only attend one. Disney Jollywood Nights at Disney’s Hollywood Studios The glitz and glamor of a Hol...

Top Picks for the Best of Summer Vacation at the Most Magical Place on Earth   Yes, there's heat, the rain and the fun of summer at Disney World. But what's true, what's a myth and what should you do to make your summer stay at Walt Disney World a little more fun?   Top Picks for What to Do at Disney World in the Summer:   ·       Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park ·       Horseback Riding at Fort...

As Disneyland releases full details for its 2023 Halloween celebrations, we discuss which Disney resort is the best when it comes to Halloween. Is Halloween better at Walt Disney World or Disneyland? This story, plus Disney's real-life Soarin' adventure is back. Disneyland Resort Announces Return of Halloween Time and Plaza de la Familia Sept. 1, Plus 2023 Oogie Boogie Bash Dates Halloween Time at...

There are some exciting new sweet and savoury food options coming to Walt Disney World this summer. We share what to watch for and where to find it. Plus, Disneyland's Pixar Place Hotel is finally getting a full re-theme and there are some great new options coming your way. What's New for Summer Dining at Walt Disney World   If you're a Disney traveler who always likes to try the latest and greate...

As predicted, it's the end of the line for Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser, the ill-fated Disney immersive experience. The three reasons why this failed, plus magical Steamboat Willie at the new Disneyland Hotel DVC tower and a tempting new menu for Hollywood Brown Derby at Hollywood Studios. As Predicted, Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser is Done It was doomed to fail before it ever sailed, which we...

A new restaurant is opening at EPCOT, plus we share the top 10 Walt Disney World table service restaurants for Summer 2023 and a look at who's playing at this year's Eat to the Beat music festival at EPCOT. New Restaurant Coming to the Japan Pavilion at EPCOT Shiki-Sai: Sushi Izakaya will be a table-service restaurant offering a festive dining experience in a sharable Izakaya-style. It replaces To...

Disney just announced major changes for Park Pass, Genie+, Lightning Lane, Disney Dining Plan and more for Walt Disney World 2024. We discuss who wins and who loses among Disney travelers at Walt Disney World in 2024 (and even some good news for right now). Plus, this week we cover what it all means for you, including Guardians of the Galaxy movie tie-ins, new Adventures by Disney options and more...

Disney100 is underway at Walt Disney World and there a ton of different ways to join in the celebrations. This story, plus Disney Cruise Line at 25 and we discuss whether Disney is overdoing it with the anniversary celebrations for just about everything. How to Celebrate Disney100 at Walt Disney World Resort  But is Disney Becoming Oversaturated with Anniversary Celebrations? As the Walt Disney Co...

Disney is converting the Cabins at Fort Wilderness to Disney Vacation Club (DVC) Villas. What will this mean for DVC Members and Fort Wilderness guests? This story, plus the first look at the the 2023 edition of Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party (including some insider tips). Fort Wilderness Cabins being re-imagined and converted to DVC Resort Offering In an unexpected move, Walt Disney World...

New photo session options with Capture Your Moment in Magic Kingdom Park; is it worth it? Plus, the first news about the 2023 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival; an update coming for Star Tours; Rogers the Musical is happening; and an update on Tiana's Bayou Adventure. EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival Kicks off on July 27 The 2023 edition will run from July 27 through November 18. Dependin...

The complete guide to Walt Disney World Annual Passes, including real-life costs and break-even points so you can decider whether it's worth it to buy a Disney World Annual Pass. This story plus DisneyBand+ versus MagicBand+ and what's the difference? The Walt Disney World Annual Pass Episode    Everything you Want to Know About Annual Passes Before AP Sales Return to Walt Disney World New sales o...

Is Disneyland Paris following Walt Disney World's lead with annual passes? Plus, Disney Cruise Line sets up port in Singapore and Disney World tells you why you should visit this summer.   Disneyland Paris is Pausing Annual Pass Sales   In a familiar trend at other resorts, Disneyland Paris is now the latest to apparently pause the sale of annual passes. Stories are circulating that an entirely ne...

Disney has a new tour for Disney100, so what do you get and is it worth it? This plus our top picks from what's new in the Easter Foodie Guide 2023 for Walt Disney World and Disneyland. To Celebrate Disney100 at Disneyland Resort, Disney is doing What they Should have Done for Disney World 50 Disneyland has launched a new guided tour called “Celebrating Disney100 at the Disneyland Resort” The new...

In our latest Walt Disney World Trip Report for Spring 2023, we ran several real-life Disney travel tests and you may be surprised by what we found. We share our findings on when is Disney Genie+ worth buying and when should you NOT buy it? Is Disney After Hours worth the extra cost? How is mobile food ordering working against guests and are the posted ride wait times at Walt Disney World accurate...

It's becoming more apparent that Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser is in trouble. Voyages have been scaled back and the financial media are calling it Disney's first Star Wars blunder. We discuss ways Disney could reimagine Galactic Starcruiser to turn it profitable and make it more accessible to guests. This story plus news about the new Disneyland Hotel DVC villas. Recent Changes to Star Wars: Gala...

We just learned a little more about what's coming with the reopening of Mickey's Toontown (and if you love Disney Parks collectibles, this one's for you). This story, plus freebies you'll love at Disney Aulani in Hawaii and how (and where) to celebrate the Oscars at Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort. Mickey’s Toontown has More to Offer than You May Think Mickey’s Toontown at Disneyland Resor...