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Nov- 2026 -5 November
Disney World Closure Timeline Keeps Growing, Now Reaches 2028
Most Walt Disney World hotels lean into fantasy. Disney's Wilderness Lodge leans into the great outdoors. Instead of castles or tropical islands, guests get the feel of a grand national park lodge from the early 1900s, tucked into the pines along Bay Lake, not far from Magic Kingdom. That feeling is no accident. When the resort opened on May 28, 1994, architect Peter Dominick had modeled it on Yel
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5 November
After Being Replaced in the New MCU, Marvel Star Speaks Out
Nicolas Cage has given his full support to Ryan Gosling’s take on Johnny Blaze, and the former Ghost Rider sounds eager to see what Marvel Studios does with the character. Gosling was confirmed as the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s new Spirit of Vengeance at San Diego Comic-Con in July 2026, ending years of speculation about when Ghost Rider would make a proper MCU debut. Cage, who headlined two Sony
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5 November
Disney World Cuts ‘The Little Mermaid’ Attraction Hours
Some Magic Kingdom attractions are built to make you scream. Others are built to make you smile. Under the Sea ~ Journey of The Little Mermaid falls firmly in the second camp, and that makes it an easy pick for just about any family. The ride arrived in 2012 with the New Fantasyland expansion. It takes its story straight from Disney's 1989 animated film The Little Mermaid, following Ariel from her
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5 November
Six Flags CEO Confirms More Park Sales Under Discussion After Seven Sold in 2026
Seven parks have already changed hands this year. Now Six Flags is reviewing additional properties, with regional pass networks and debt reduction shaping its decisions. Six Flags Entertainment Corporation may not be finished selling theme parks. Months after completing the sale of seven properties across North America, company executives have confirmed that discussions over additional potential a
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5 November
Disney Jigsaw Puzzle: Disney Skyliner
Soar above the magic with the Disney Skyliner, the gondola-style transportation that adds a touch of aerial adventure to your Walt Disney World Resort experience! Quick Tip: Do you want to make the puzzle easier or more challenging? Select the grid option to adjust the number of pieces before pressing “OK” to start the puzzle. Jigsaw Puzzle Experience More Walt Disney World Themed Puzzles Walt Dis
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5 November
Universal Strips ‘Jurassic Park’ From Resort, ‘Trolls’ Takes Its Place
Theme park fans will argue about almost anything. Best ride, best snack, best time to hit the bathroom before the fireworks. At Universal Orlando, there is one more debate that rarely gets talked about out loud: which parking section is the best one? It sounds silly until you have experienced it. Universal names its garage sections after big-screen favorites, and every section has its own music dr
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5 November
Disney World Confirms More Disruptions at Popular Resort After Two Years of Construction
Disney World guests planning a relaxing resort vacation may have to deal with construction for a little longer than expected. While Disney regularly updates its hotels to keep them looking their best, those improvements can sometimes interfere with the experiences families are paying to enjoy. Now, Disney has confirmed several additional refurbishment projects at one of its popular Deluxe Resorts,
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5 November
Disney World Just Added Another Reason to Visit Hollywood Studios This Christmas
Walt Disney World is getting into the Christmas spirit, and Disney's Hollywood Studios has added another reason for families to explore the park this holiday season. Christmas at Disney usually means elaborate decorations, festive entertainment, and plenty of opportunities to celebrate with favorite characters. However, the park's newest seasonal addition takes visitors beyond the usual holiday fe
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5 November
Disney Hotel Will Officially Retheme Rooms to Minnie Mouse, Temporarily Strip Some Original Theming From January
Some rooms at one Disney resort's flagship hotel will be rethemed to Minnie Mouse, effective January 2027. Disney has faced growing criticism in recent years for sacrificing its hotels' original identities in favor of familiar franchises. Disney's Contemporary Resort swapped its retro-futuristic guest room designs for The Incredibles-inspired decor in 2021, while Disney's Polynesian Village Resort
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5 November
Johnny Depp Wants One Final ‘Pirates’ Movie to Fix the Ending
Ask ten Disney fans for their favorite attraction and a good number will say the same thing. Pirates of the Caribbean. The drop into the dark, the smell of the water, that song you will be humming for the rest of the day. Disneyland opened it in 1967, Magic Kingdom got its own version in 1973, and the voyage has since spread to parks in Tokyo, Paris, and Shanghai. For decades it was simply a ride.
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