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  • Aug- 2022 -
    18 August

    Another Disney Monorail Resort Restaurant Closed With Future Uncertain

    The popular Walt Disney World Resort Monorail hotel, Disney's Polynesian Village Resort, has been the center of much change recently. And now, the latest in the closure news is the table-service restaurant, Kona Cafe. It wasn't too long ago that the beloved Disney's Polynesian Resort, just a short Monorail ride away from Magic Kingdom Park, underwent remodeling on its Great Ceremonial House (the R

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  • 18 August

    Pumpkin Mickey Wreaths Return to Magic Kingdom After All

    It appears that a once-thought-lost icon of a Disney World Halloween has returned to its rightful place in the Magic Kingdom. Pumpkin Mickey wreaths have returned just a few days after Spooky Season festivities and decorations had taken over the Theme Park. As we left summer behind and witnessed the first nights of Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, we at Disney Fanatic noticed that the iconic

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  • 18 August

    Disney Entertainment Refurbishment Seemingly Delayed Indefinitely

    When visiting Walt Disney World Resort, chances are a top priority is to visit Disney's Hollywood Studios to experience Disney magic with Hollywood right in the heart of Florida! And if visiting soon, one piece of Disney Park entertainment that was previously scheduled for refurbishment looks like it will be available after all. Credit: Disney Fanatic RELATED: PHOTOS – Look in on ‘Fantastmic

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  • 18 August

    PHOTO: Guests Nearly Run Over by Runaway Parade Float

    Once again, another attraction malfunction story is making its rounds across the Twittersphere, showing Disney Park Guests, who just wanted to watch a mid-day parade, literally inches away from disaster. This time, our story comes out of Parc Disneyland at the Disneyland Paris Resort. It appears that one of the floats in “Disney Stars on Parade” went off course and into the crowd of bystanders. A

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  • 18 August

    Magic Kingdom Park Restaurant Reveals New Updates

    A day at Magic Kingdom Park is not complete without trying some of the enticing food and beverage items spread throughout the Park. Now, one table-service restaurant has revealed some delicious new updates that have us making reservations pronto! In the heart of Walt Disney World Resort's iconic Magic Kingdom Park, Guests will find a slightly underrated restaurant inspired by the beloved Jungle Cr

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  • 18 August

    “Disney Teacher Tip” Sparks Heated Debate Among Fans

    The new school year has officially begun! While Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort are clearing from the summer crowds, kids are getting back to school, and teachers are once again working their usual magic in the classrooms. But, when one teacher posted a “Disney Teacher Tip,” it went viral, getting the attention of Disney fans and ensuing a debate. Credit: Disney Fanatic

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  • 17 August
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    Newer Dining Venues Around Disney World You Still Haven’t Tried

    By now, we all can agree that Walt Disney World Resort is host to a rather profuse lineup of different dining venues. You have full-service table seating, convenient on-the-go counter-service offerings, and unique presentations in both theming and menu at every location. Naturally, we all end up discovering our own set of personal favorites among the vast options. And the great news is that the di

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  • 17 August
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    Video: 2319 Spotted at Magic Kingdom!

    2319! We have a 2319!  Disney World’s extra-ticketed events promise many different things, but one which they all share is the promise of some extra rare character sightings. Well, it appears that one Monsters, inc. employee has made his way from the scare floor to Tomorrowland’s dance floor for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, and he brought something from work. Related: Disney’s Iconic Hau

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  • 17 August
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    Select Guests Can Visit Walt Disney World for Under $40 per Day

    If visiting Walt Disney World Resort is on the top of your bucket list, but Disney ticket prices seem to keep climbing, there is a current discount that allows select Guests to visit “The Most Magical Place on Earth” for under $40 per day. A visit to one of Walt Disney World's theme parks, including Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios, and Disney's Animal Kingdom, can

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  • 17 August
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    Flash Storm Floods Another Disney Park Attraction

    The Star Wars-themed Space Mountain attraction renamed Hyperspace Mountain, was closed yesterday after key areas, including the boarding zone, became flooded. The incident occurred at Parc Disneyland at the Disneyland Paris Resort when a flash storm tore through the Theme Park, closing every outdoor attraction. A video shared by @DisneylandWorks shows the boarding area for Hyperspace Mountain just

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