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Disneyland’s Iconic Popcorn Suddenly at Center of Controversy
Every theme park has its signature snack, and at the Disneyland Resort, popcorn is right at the top of the list. It's sold from carts all over Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure, from the shadow of Sleeping Beauty Castle to the heart of Cars Land. Plenty of guests can't walk past one without grabbing a box. Others make a beel
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Disney Eliminates Entire Menu as Cruise Dining Rules Tighten
Anyone who has sailed with Disney Cruise Line knows the dinner routine. Each evening, your family heads to one of the ship's main dining rooms, and the next night you rotate to a different one. Your servers come along for the ride, the theme changes, and so does the menu. It is one of the most beloved parts of a Disney cruise. But a fresh
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Movies & Entertainment
Confirmed: ‘The Last Jedi’ Actor Will Voice Darth Vader in Upcoming ‘Star Wars’ Project
A familiar face from Disney's Star Wars sequel trilogy is making a dramatic return to the Star Wars franchise, but this time, he is stepping into the armor of cinema's most terrifying villain. Mark Lewis Jones, who most fans will recognize as the stern First Order Captain Moden Canady from 2017's Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi, h
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Disney Parks
Phantom Launch: Why Disney World’s Rumored Space Mountain Shutdown Never Happened
During the summer months, the Walt Disney World rumor mill churned out what looked like the biggest operational bombshell of the year. Multiple reputable insider outlets reported that Magic Kingdom’s iconic Space Mountain was on the verge of a multi-year closure for an extensive, ground-up mechanical rebuild. Credit: Lee, Flickr Following
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Dolly Parton’s Theme Park Empire Makes Major Orlando Move
Central Florida has no shortage of theme parks. Mickey, Harry Potter, and plenty of roller coasters are never more than a short drive away. And yet every year, Florida travelers pack their bags and head north to a very different kind of park. Dollywood sits in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, on 160 acres in the Great Smoky Mountains. Dolly Parto
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Fire Engulfs Fixture Beneath Magic Kingdom PeopleMover
Magic Kingdom has plenty of thrill rides, but some of its most loved attractions are the ones that never raise your heart rate. Near the top of that list is the Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover. It first welcomed riders on July 1, 1975, back when it was called the WEDway PeopleMover. The “WED” was a nod to Walter Eli
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Global Disney Parks
Disney Brings Back Notorious Virtual Queue System, Christmas Guests Affected
A familiar Disney frustration is returning just in time for Christmas. Virtual queues have become one of Disney's most controversial theme park systems. Previously used for major attractions such as Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, and TRON Lightcycle / Run, they allow guests to reserve access wit
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Outside the Disney Bubble
SeaWorld Confirms Disappointing Orlando News as Attendance Slumps
SeaWorld's efforts to turn its fortunes around have suffered another setback. The theme park operator has undergone a dramatic transformation over the past decade. Once synonymous with killer whale performances, SeaWorld has increasingly positioned itself as a destination for roller coasters and family attractions following years of contr
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Walt Disney World
Disney World Hotel Booking Frenzy Leaves No Rooms Available After Just Two Hours
Disney World guests have been left scrambling for reservations at one of its newest resorts. Walt Disney World Resort operates more than 25 hotels across its property, ranging from budget-friendly options such as Disney's Pop Century Resort to Deluxe accommodations like Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. However, having so many option
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Global Disney Parks
Disney Announces Sudden Attraction Schedule Change, Cutting Five Hours of Operation
Disney is cutting operating hours at another theme park attraction. At Walt Disney World Resort, the holiday season brings several changes to regular park operations. While most attractions continue running as usual, some close early or temporarily shut down to make room for seasonal entertainment and special events. This is particularly
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