Christmas arrives, new theme-park details, Universal’s nighttime spectaculars return: Your weekly recap
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New entertainment and returning favorites announced for Taste of EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays
What to expect for this year’s COVID-ified Christmas festival at EPCOT, one of Disney World’s most favorite annual events.
EPCOT International Festival of the Arts returns January 2021
Now called “Taste of,” the Disney annual event will have slimmed-down proceedings but still contain the experiences you’re looking for.
5 tips to get kids excited for your Orlando theme-park vacation
A big part of the fun of an Orlando theme-park vacation is the excitement and anticipation of a magical trip ahead.
Top 5 tips for the Disney World challenge: Visiting all four theme parks in one day
Visiting all four parks at Walt Disney World in a day is no easy task, but our insider tips can help make it a breeze!
Launch to adventure with Mission: Space!
Here’s everything to know about one of EPCOT’s most popular rides, from its history and controversies to why it’s our favorite.
Halloween happenings around the Central Florida theme parks
2020 has been an odd year, but that hasn’t stopped your favorite parks from offering SOME fall fun. Here’s your guide to everything.
7 items to take to the Orlando theme parks
From the obvious to the obscure, I’ve compiled seven of my must-have items for visiting an Orlando theme park.
Where to find the best burgers in Orlando
Whether you’re at Disney, Universal, or the greater Orlando area, we’ve got you covered with the best of the best burgers.
Festival of the Lion King: Celebrate the circle of life at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Prepare to have your mind blown. This show is one of the most entertaining experiences you’ll ever have at a theme park.
From the Tunnel of Love to Mickey’s Runaway Railway: The past and future of dark rides
What started out as slow-moving excuses to canoodle have transformed into thrilling narrative-driven experiences.
Take a wild ride on Kilimanjaro Safaris
Here’s everything you need to know to have a terrific safari, from background information to photography tips to some Hidden Mickeys.
6 canceled and postponed Walt Disney World experiences
Let’s take a look at all the Disney World projects that have been canceled or postponed as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Walt Disney World has reopened
Both Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom have returned today, with EPCOT and Hollywood Studios joining next week.
Disney World’s parks: How the reopening works
How to make your way through Magic Kingdom and Animal Kindgom once they reopen to the public after their COVID-19 closure.
MagicBands: Their reopening present and possible future
With the Disney parks reopening this month, there’ll be changes to the My Disney Experience app. Here’s what it means for the future.
Splash Mountain to get a “Princess and the Frog” makeover
Alongside Big Thunder Mountain Railroad and Space Mountain, Splash Mountain earned fame as part of the trifecta of thrilling, mountainous landmarks at Disneyland, Walt Disney … Read more
25 top water parks in the United States
No matter the season, a water park is a fantastic way to spend the day. This is partially because they come in all shapes and … Read more
How Disney World’s new reservation system works
UPDATE (5:32 pm, 07.14): Disney has added even more reservation availability for Walt Disney World Resort annual passholders. Please note that these additional slots will … Read more
Disney Springs and Universal CityWalk reopen after COVID-19 closures
FINAL UPDATE (12:19 pm, 06.03): as of today, Universal Orlando’s three parks have reopened to annual passholders, and the resort’s hotels opened yesterday. – After … Read more
Disney Springs: How the reopening works
Wednesday, May 20 was the grand day, the one that Disney fans had been anxiously waiting for: the reopening of Disney Springs, the dining/shopping/entertainment district … Read more
Shanghai Disneyland’s reopening provides hints for Disney World’s
On May 6, Disney announced that Shanghai Disney Resort would be reopening to the public after its COVID-19 closure starting on Monday, May 11. It … Read more
How much does a Walt Disney World vacation cost?
It is one of the most-frequently-asked questions anyone planning an Orlando trip has: how much does a vacation at Walt Disney World Resort cost? This … Read more
Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando, SeaWorld, and LEGOLAND close due to COVID-19
FINAL UPDATE (6:09 pm, 05.07): Disney has just announced the very beginning of a slow, phased reopening of its Walt Disney World Resort, starting specifically … Read more
Realistic expectations while visiting Orlando’s theme parks with a child who has special needs
Our 10 best tips for having a fantastic time at Disney, Universal, and SeaWorld with a special-needs family member.
Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon vs. Disney’s Blizzard Beach
Walt Disney World Resort is home to two distinctly different water parks: Typhoon Lagoon (which opened in 1989) offers a lush, tropical atmosphere, while Blizzard … Read more
How and when to tip at Universal Orlando and Walt Disney World
One of the many things that makes an Orlando vacation so wonderful is the excellent service offered at Universal Orlando and Walt Disney World Resorts. … Read more
Review: Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway
There are two ways to look at Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway. On the one hand, it’s the new flagship attraction at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, … Read more
First look: Cirque du Soleil’s Drawn to Life
When Cirque du Soleil announced that it was ending its famous La Nouba show at Walt Disney World Resort after 19 years (and 9,000 performances!) … Read more
How to save time with Disney’s mobile order
Time is precious, and vacation time is even more so. Orlando’s theme parks have made strides to help their guests save time, and both Walt … Read more
The best places for desserts in Orlando
An Orlando vacation is sweet enough on its own, but you can make your trip even sweeter by indulging in the best desserts throughout the … Read more
Review: Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe at Magic Kingdom
Let’s paint a picture. You’re at Walt Disney World Resort’s Magic Kingdom with your family. After busily traveling through all of its different lands, you … Read more
First look: Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway
Originally announced at the D23 event in 2017, Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway has been at the forefront of fans’ attention ever since thanks to … Read more
Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance in-depth
While shopping, eating, and taking a quick ride on the Millennium Falcon may constitute a full day’s worth of activities at a highly immersive theme-park … Read more
First look: Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along at Epcot
Move over, Impressions de France – the France Pavilion has a new feature. The flagship attraction of this particular slice of Epcot’s World Showcase will … Read more
Disney World: Touring the holiday decorations at the resorts
Much like driving around the festive neighborhoods back home to see Christmas lights, it is a tradition to tour Orlando’s best hotels to check out … Read more
3 new additions to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2019
Over the years, Disney has almost perfected the art of maintaining classic elements while also introducing new ingredients at its sprawling theme-park resorts, perpetuating nostalgia … Read more
Top 3 ways to enjoy Disney World without kids
In 35+ years of going to the Walt Disney World Resort parks, if anything is true, I can tell you it is this: Disney World … Read more
Remembering DisneyQuest
In 1965, when a mysterious land deal was reported near Orlando, Florida for (what would become) 25,000 acres, no one could imagine the (Disney) world … Read more
Review: Disney Skyliner
Originally announced back at the 2017 D23 Expo, the Disney Skyliner has not only been in the news for quite some time, but also in … Read more
Grocery delivery to Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando
We all love and adore the dining options inside the Central Florida theme parks or, even, in the surrounding shopping areas. But what do we do … Read more
Hurricanes and your Orlando vacation: 4 things to know
Given the fact that we’re now in hurricane season, it’s a good idea to keep the following points in mind as the Central Florida theme and … Read more
Star Wars: Secrets from the story of Galaxy’s Edge
After 11 comic book issues, four novels, and one short-story anthology, we’ve finally come to the end of Disney’s Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge publishing program, … Read more
Disney World: Every major update from D23 2019
We got a little taste of what the D23 expo was going to have in store for us this year, but today’s the day when … Read more
Dinner and a movie at AMC Dine-In Theaters
A meal and a movie is a near-perfect combination. It’s an easy option for a couple on a date, an outing with friends and family, … Read more
Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party: Everything new for 2019
At 7:00 pm tonight, on August 16, Disney officially kicked off the Halloween season in Central Florida by starting its Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, located … Read more
Star Wars: Dok-Ondar’s story REVEALED
Yes, we’ve already received the novel Thrawn: Alliances, which saw Grand Admiral Thrawn and Darth Vader be dispatched to the remote world of Batuu on … Read more
Disney World: What’s new for holidays 2019
Celebrating Christmas in July? Good – it’ll whet your appetite for the real deal (which is just around the corner now!). Much as it has … Read more
Quick-service breakfast options for a day at Magic Kingdom
Spending the day at any Florida theme park is no easy task, but Magic Kingdom can be the toughest of them all. Between the weather, … Read more
Disney World: Transportation guide from the Wilderness to the Kingdom
Welcome, glampers, to Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground! Here, you stand among the wild frontier (or Walt Disney World Resort’s version of it, anyway). You’ve … Read more