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Jun- 2026 -7 June
Universal Sets June 9 Deadline for Major Toon Lagoon Change at Islands of Adventure
For years, Toon Lagoon has remained one of the most colorful and unique corners of Islands of Adventure. While newer attractions and entire new lands often steal the spotlight, some of the park's original experiences continue to play an important role in the guest experience. One of those attractions is finally preparing for a comeback. Universal has confirmed that the refurbishment of Me Ship, Th
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7 June
Universal Permanently Removes Final Pieces of Opening-Day Islands of Adventure
For years, Lost Continent occupied a unique place inside Islands of Adventure. While newer additions grabbed headlines and attracted massive crowds, the land quietly remained one of the last surviving examples of Universal's original vision for the park. Today, that chapter is rapidly coming to an end. Construction walls, demolition projects, and expanding work zones have transformed much of Lost
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7 June
Disney World Guests Lose Access to Two Countries at EPCOT
Two international Coca-Cola flavors have quietly disappeared from Club Cool at EPCOT, and Walt Disney World Resort isn't saying whether they'll return. What's Missing From the Club Cool Machines at EPCOT X user @DisneyScoopGuy noticed the change on June 5 and shared a photo of the self-serve dispensers at Club Cool on the platform formerly known as Twitter: The Coca-Cola flavors from the Dominican
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7 June
A Familiar EPCOT Tradition May Be Disappearing Thanks to Disney’s New Upgrade
When Disney introduces new technology at EPCOT, guests usually expect it to involve attractions, entertainment, or futuristic experiences. This time, however, the latest innovation is showing up in a much less exciting location. Trash cans. Across World Showcase, Disney has begun installing new solar-powered trash and recycling bins that use built-in compactors to hold more waste and reduce mainte
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7 June
Disney Springs Hotels Launch New Offer Tied to Disney’s Summer Event
Summer vacation means different things to different people. For students, it's a break from school. For families, it's often the best opportunity to travel. For teachers, it's one of the few chances to truly relax after spending months helping students succeed. That's what makes Disney's newest hotel offer particularly interesting. A special discount program is now available for teachers staying a
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7 June
Disney Confirms Major Transportation Shake-Up at Polynesian Village Resort
Disney's Polynesian Village Resort has spent the last several years evolving. New guest rooms inspired by Moana arrived, the Island Tower changed the resort's skyline, and construction projects have become a familiar sight around one of Walt Disney World's most beloved deluxe resorts. Now, another major change is preparing to debut, and this one could affect nearly every guest who stays at the res
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7 June
Spontaneity Restored: Disneyland Scraps Its Final COVID-Era Policy This Tuesday
For the past six years, theme park fans have lived by a strict, invisible clock. Ever since the global pandemic fundamentally reshaped theme park operations, visiting Disneyland Resort has required a heavy dose of micro-management, park reservations, and mandatory waiting periods. But this week, a massive operational milestone marks the official end of an era. Credit: Kelly Ryan, Flickr Starting t
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7 June
After ;The Mandalorian and Grogu’, Pedro Pascal Is Heading in a New Direction
Pedro Pascal's time in the Star Wars spotlight may be slowing down, at least for the moment. Following the release of The Mandalorian and Grogu, the actor's attention appears to be shifting toward a collection of high-profile projects that have little to do with lightsabers, bounty hunters, or the galaxy far, far away. That's notable because Pascal has become one of the defining faces of modern St
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7 June
“it’s a small world” Closes at Magic Kingdom in June 2026
“it's a small world” went dark for the better part of a day at Magic Kingdom Park on Saturday, and the classic Fantasyland ride wasn't alone. Nine Hours of Downtime for “it's a small world” June 6 started normally enough at Magic Kingdom Park. “it's a small world” opened with the rest of the park at 9:00 a.m., drawing a modest five-minute posted wait that climbe
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7 June
Report: Disney Erases 7-Year Expansion Plans Overnight
There is a specific kind of Disney news that does not come with a press release. No announcement. No social media post. No spokesperson quote. Just something that was there and now is not, noticed by the people who pay close enough attention to catch it. The PLAY Pavilion flag is gone from EPCOT's entrance plaza. It sounds minor. A flag. But the flags lining the main entrance in front of Spaceship
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