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Once upon a time, a new movie’s distribution course was steady and clear. The movie theaters got exclusive rights for several months to a year, and then fans would be able to see it on TV and on VHS, DVD, then Blu-Ray. But ever since 2019, that has all begun to change rapidly, and what was first able to be ...

Merry Christmas! On December 23, the controversial Disney Day optimizer and Disney FastPass replacement was made available for its current record-high price since launching just over a year ago. While the Disney Genie service is initially free, offering access to personalized tip boards and suggestions for food and beverage options, Disney Genie+ features some PhotoPass features, and Lightning Lane access ...

All Aboard!  After four full years of waiting and speculation, The Walt Disney World Railroad finally reopened to Magic Kingdom Guests on Friday, December 23, 2023. Just in time for Christmas. The news was shared by Theme Park Insider Scott Gustin on Twitter, pointing to the update to the Disney World website. It’s official: The Walt Disney World Railroad is ...

The Guest dynamic at Walt Disney World has changed dramatically over the past year, mostly thanks to the decisions made by Disney Parks Chairman Josh D’Amaro and former Disney CEO Bob Chapek. In an effort to harvest the most revenue per Park Guest per day, Disney altered its priorities and utilized the Theme Park Reservation System to favor the “binge-spending” ...

As uncommonly cold temperatures descend upon The Walt Disney World Resort for the Christmas weekend, we have confirmation that at least one Park will be closed for the next few days. Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park is confirmed to be closed starting on Friday, December 23, and will reopen on Monday, December 26. (Although Boxing Day temperatures are still expected ...

After what has to be one of the longest temporary closures of a Disney Theme Park attraction in the company’s history, The Walt Disney World Railroad is confirmed to reopen to the public this holiday season! Today, December 22, Disney Parks announced, We are delighted to share Walt Disney’s love of trains with the world once again, taking guests for ...

For the first time in ages, Walt Disney Imagineers have created a new character that is original to a Theme Park, and he will be taking his place on the Walt Disney World Railroad whenever it finally reopens. Disney Parks announced today that a new conductor would be hopping aboard the iconic narrow-gauge rail line that takes folks on a ...

The Walt Disney World Resort is giving Florida Residents the opportunity to start the new year off on a magical foot and possibly get a head start on extra-magical Spring Break plans as well, as the 50th Anniversary Celebration enters the home stretch. According to the Disney World website, Florida Residents can save up to 20% on select Disney Resort ...

Walt Disney Imagineers will be unveiling a brand new fireworks show that will light up the skies in honor of The Walt Disney Company’s 100-year anniversary in late January. And today, Disney Parks gave fans a glimpse into what they can expect! The Disney100 celebration at @Disneyland will include the new nighttime spectacular “Wondrous Journeys,” celebrating 100 years of Walt ...

It is almost Christmas, and the holiday traffic continues to swell across the United States as scores of people fly off to beloved destinations, including The Walt Disney World Resort in Central Florida and the Disneyland Resort in Southern California. But for those flying to either The Happiest Place On Earth or the Most Magical Place On Earth, Winter Storm ...