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  • May- 2023 -
    31 May
    Mickey Waffle

    The Top 10 Quick Service Restaurants at Disney 

    Disney Guests have become the most strategic theme Park goers on the map. With Disney's competitive dining reservation system, all eyes need to be on the My Disney Experience Mobile App to snag a seat at some of the most popular Table Service restaurants like Space 220 or California Grill. Whether a reservation fell through, isn't available, or you prefer to power-walk your way through lunchtime t

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  • 31 May
    Disney Dining Plan

    PRICING Revealed For Disney Dining Plans!

    One of the great things about vacationing at Walt Disney World Resort is all the incredible dining options. There are almost 400 places to eat — that's right, 400! Disney World has something for nearly every palate — from Mexican, Japanese, French, vegetarian, sushi, and more. They also have something for every type of appetite and budget. During your Disney day, there are amazing snac

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  • 31 May

    “Today Is a Hard Day”: ‘Little Mermaid’ Star Shares Vulnerable Video About Filming

    With $120 million at the box office for the live-action remake of The Little Mermaid, praise from critics, and hints at the Oscars, it would seem the film’s star is on top of the world. But anyone who witnessed the reimagined Ariel, Halle Bailey, persevere through racist attacks, unnecessary criticism, and media backlash would know her journey has gone anything but swimmingly. Related: Break-out ‘

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  • 31 May
    Chicken strips and a drink at a Walt Disney World quick-service dining location.

    Disney Dining Plan Details Released!

    When Walt Disney World Resort reopened after the COVID-19 pandemic, there were a lot of things that were different and a lot of things that were missing. One of the biggest missing things was the Disney Dining Plan. Many restaurants were closed and character dining was non-existent, so not having the Dining Plan made sense. However, nearly all Disney World restaurants are back open, and character

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  • 31 May
    Colorado Governor Bets DeSantis Disney World

    Colorado Governor Bets DeSantis on the NBA Finals. The Prize: Disney World

    It's not unusual for Governors or Mayors to make fictional bets on significant sporting events. It's usually pretty harmless, mostly involving food from the other city, or perhaps the losing Mayor has to sing about the victorious city. During this year's Super Bowl, the Mayors from Kansas City and Philadelphia bet a food care package, with the KC Mayor getting some of Philly's beer and sandwiches.

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  • 30 May
    Walt Disney World Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover

    Guest Fights With Cast Member on PeopleMover

    Many people visit Walt Disney World Resort because they love the incredible rides and attractions. Guests can board a train and venture up to the Himalayas, or become a rat and join Remy on a race through a Parisian kitchen. Those who love thrills can board Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, Rock ‘n' Roller Coaster Featuring Aerosmith, and Disney's newest ride, TRON: Lightcycle/Run. The

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  • 30 May
    Tokyo Disney Space Mountain

    Disney Officially Breaks Ground on $400+ Million Attraction Set to Open in 2027

    At this Disney Park, construction is underway to complete a reimagined Tomorrowland and Space Mountain attraction. While Star Wars fans have gotten a taste of Disneyland’s Hyperspace Mountain for short stints in 2022 and 2023, a whole new level of Imagineering is taking place lightyears away from Anaheim. Hailed by Disney enthusiasts as “Disney’s best Park,” Tokyo Disneyland is undertaking a massi

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  • 30 May

    Disney Named One of the Most Polarizing Companies

    It has been a rough 14 months for The Walt Disney Company. The beloved company has been locked in a heated battle with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis. The issue began when then-Disney CEO Bob Chapek spoke out against Florida's Parental Rights in Education Bill. From there, things have devolved into DeSantis targeting Disney with new legislation. In turn, Disney has filed a lawsuit against the Gover

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  • 30 May
    Ron DeSantis and Disney characters

    No Matter Who Wins Disney/DeSantis Fight, It Will Break New Legal Ground

    There is always the possibility that cooler heads will ultimately prevail. The Walt Disney Company and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis will realize they need each other, and all this mess will disappear. The two parties will come to a mutual understanding that benefits both of them, and that will be the end of all this. Cooler heads prevail, and that's the end of it. But then again, probably not. Di

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  • 30 May
    Encanto topiaries at the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival

    Disney World Makes Disappointing Decision for Park Hopping Restrictions

    During the COVID-19 pandemic, Walt Disney World Resort — along with every other Disney Resort — had to shut down. The Most Magical Place on Earth was closed for a record 116 days. However, it was the Disney Resort that was closed for the least amount of time. When the Disney World Parks reopened, many things were different. The Parks could only be at 25% capacity, masks were required a

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