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Melissa is an author, adventurer, and chatterbox, who has worked at Walt Disney World, Disneyland Paris, and Adventures by Disney! A British native, she has traveled the world, and now resides in Florida with her husband, an Air Force pilot. Find her children's book at @bear.hug.book

Guests Gone Wild: How to Bring Back Courtesy to Disney Parks

A woman and a young girl smile while riding on the Dumbo attraction at a theme park. The ride features colorful, flying elephant figures. The background shows more riders and the bright colors of the attraction.

There’s no place quite like the Disney Parks for a magical escape from reality. Whether you’re strolling through the enchanting lands of Magic Kingdom, exploring the worlds of EPCOT, or embarking on thrilling adventures in Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Animal Kingdom, a visit to Disney should be about joy, wonder, and making memories. Unfortunately, a few unruly Disney guests have ...

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Please Stop Doing This on Disney Dark Rides

Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse, wearing festive attire, sit and take a selfie at a spooky, cobweb-filled dining table in a haunted mansion, while Donald Duck angrily gestures nearby. The table is decorated with eerie, glowing green items, and ghostly figures are seen in the background.

What’s the one guest behavior that irritates you the most? Is it getting too drunk at EPCOT? Maybe being rude to Cast Members, wearing inappropriate clothing, or stepping out of ride vehicles? Well, on dark rides at Disney theme parks, there’s one guest behavior that is frustrating, disruptive, and can affect safety. At Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and ...

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‘Encanto’ Retheme for Disney’s Tower of Terror?

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We don’t talk about…Encanto rides at Walt Disney World. It’s been a few years since the Disney fan-favorite animated movie was released and Bruno was introduced to homes worldwide, but we still have no confirmed details of when the Madrigal family will be getting their own Disney theme parks attraction. With rumors swirling about upcoming refurbs, would Disney try to cater ...

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Disney Needs to Step Up Its Water Park Game – And Here’s Why

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It’s an ongoing debate that has many answers – which is better: Universal or Disney? Universal Studios has the thrills and, of course, the Wizarding World of Harry Potter and Hogwarts Express, while Disney World has Mickey Mouse, more theme parks, and ultimately, more magic. But when it comes to Florida water parks, Universal Orlando has certainly got the edge. ...

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We Bet You’ve Never Seen This Giant Hidden Mickey Before

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Are you really a Walt Disney World fan if you haven’t spotted at least one Hidden Mickey?  Guests can spot Hidden Mickeys all around the Disney Parks. Mickey Mouse has such a recognizable shape that he has become the ideal character for Disney Imagineers to disguise around the Walt Disney World Resort. Mickey head shapes can be found in theme ...

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Disney Guests Damage TRON – And It’s Embarrassing

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Is Disney quality slacking? TRON Lightcycle / Run is one of Walt Disney World’s newest attractions, a roller coaster with a unique vehicle design that has Magic Kingdom guests race through the “Grid” in a futuristic setting. With Universal set to open its new Epic Universe theme park soon, however, Disney has some competition, and it’s not looking great when ...

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Disney’s Kilimanjaro Safaris Animals Are Actually Remote-Controlled (Well, Sort Of)

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Ever wanted to find out the truth about Disney’s Kilimanjaro Safaris ride? It’s a fan-favorite attraction at the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, allowing guests to venture into an African savanna without leaving Disney’s Animal Kingdom theme park. But did you know that the animals along the safari are magically remote-controlled? Well, we’re here to reveal the secrets of ...

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The Stupid Truth Behind Peter Pan’s Long Wait Time

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You can fly, you can fly…if you want to wait a lengthy amount of time in line for Peter Pan’s Flight. Disney’s Peter Pan ride is known for its charming nostalgia, its Tinker Bell pixie dust, and, of course, its unusually long wait times. The rail-suspended dark ride at Disney’s Magic Kingdom, Disneyland, Disneyland Paris, Tokyo Disneyland, and Shanghai Disneyland ...

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The Weird Things Banned from Disney’s Theme Parks

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When visiting any of the world’s Disney Parks and Resorts, guests must follow a set of rules and regulations that, when ignored, could result in getting kicked out – or even being banned – from the theme parks. So, what can’t you bring on your next visit to the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida? Well, some of the list ...

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Bad News for Figment Fans: Disney Announces Closure of Beloved Ride

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Figment ride fans, we’ve got some bad news. EPCOT’S Figment character has become as popular, dare we say, as Mickey Mouse himself. With his own steady fanbase, beloved Disney Park ride, and sold-out popcorn bucket, Figment has truly become part of the Walt Disney World theme park icons. If you’re heading to the Walt Disney World Resort soon, however, check ...

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