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Mar- 2026 -17 March
Tower of Terror Marked Next for Update at Disney World
The last remaining Twilight Zone Tower of Terror attraction in the United States just landed on Disney's construction radar…But guests shouldn't panic about a ride closure just yet. Permit Filed Tuesday Morning Walt Disney World Resort‘s Facility Asset Management team filed a construction permit with the Orange County Comptroller on Tuesday, March 17, listing MLC Theming as the third-p
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17 March
Disney Quietly Lengthens Hotel Refurbishment Timeline at Disney World Resort
Walt Disney World vacations already require a lot of strategy. Guests have to think about budget, transportation, dining, and how much time they want to spend moving between parks and resorts. Now Disney has added another factor to that list. A major refurbishment at one of its most famous hotels is going to last longer than many guests expected, and that changes the picture for travelers heading
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17 March
Club Cool Tasting Experience Disappears From EPCOT
Something is off at one of the only free tasting experiences at Walt Disney World Resort. This week, EPCOT guests who made a beeline for Club Cool were left with fewer options than they expected. Flavors Gone, Cups Swapped Out Walt Disney World Resort guests arriving at Club Cool this week found the international soft drink tasting experience more crowded and less expansive. Three flavors had vani
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17 March
‘Nightmare Before Christmas’ Banished from Disneyland Theme Park
New Orleans Square is one of the most atmospheric corners of any Disney park in the world. The wrought iron balconies, the faint sound of jazz drifting through the evening air, the way the whole land smells faintly of beignets and mystery — it is the kind of place that rewards slowing down, and the guests who take the time to look closely at the details tend to find more than they expected. The sh
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17 March
Disney Just Added a New Hotel Perk as Prices Surge in 2026
There is really no way around it anymore. A Walt Disney World vacation in 2026 takes a bigger financial commitment than it did just a few years ago. Guests are feeling it in park tickets, hotel rates, and all the little extras that once felt easier to absorb. Planning a trip now often means weighing every choice more carefully, from where to stay to which add-ons are actually worth it. Disney seem
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17 March
Disney Just Made Its Cheapest Hotel Feel Expensive and It’s Still Affordable
Walt Disney World has confirmed the completion of a year-long overhaul of Disney's Pop Century Resort, enhancing this budget-friendly hotel to feel more luxurious. The project, delayed a few times, was finished in time for the busy Spring Break season, providing a cost-effective option for families seeking Disney accommodations without high prices. The revamped lobby features vibrant, floor-to-cei
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17 March
Universal Guests Met With Barricades as Vacation-Ruining Chaos Unfolds at Park Entrance
There’s something special about stepping into a theme park during the first major rush of the year. The energy feels different—families eager to kick off vacations, friend groups chasing thrills, and longtime fans returning to their favorite rides at places like Universal Studios Hollywood. It’s the kind of atmosphere that reminds guests why these destinations continue to hold a powerful place in
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17 March
Disney World Announces Opening Date for Major Park Expansion
For months, guests watched as walls went up and hints started to appear. Something was clearly happening inside Walt Disney World, but the company kept the timeline quiet. Now, that mystery has been resolved. Disney has officially shared when guests can experience one of its newest reimagined areas. The announcement may have been low-key, but the impact is anything but small. It adds another layer
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17 March
Family Opens Lawsuit Against SeaWorld Orlando After Tragic Death
A newly filed lawsuit is drawing attention to guest safety at one of Orlando’s most well-known theme parks following the death of an international visitor in 2024. Legal documents show that Antony Billinghurst, a tourist from the United Kingdom, died “on or about August 31, 2024,” during a visit to SeaWorld Orlando. The incident occurred while Billinghurst was vacationing at the marine
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17 March
Disney and Universal Both Close Theme Parks on Public Holiday
Orlando does not close water parks very often. The city's entire tourism identity is built around year-round warmth, and the water parks at Universal Orlando Resort and Walt Disney World operate on a calendar that reflects that. Guests book trips to Central Florida in March specifically because March here is supposed to feel like the rest of the country will not feel until June. That expectation i
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