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Mar- 2026 -14 March
The Grand Floridian Tea Room That’s Been Closed Since 2020 Finally Opens Next Week
We’ve been eagerly awaiting this moment for six years, and now we’re just five days away from the reopening of Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa afternoon tea experience on March 19, 2026. This marks one of the last major COVID-closed restaurants at Disney World returning. The Garden View Lounge Tea Experience has been greatly missed since its closure in March 2020, and we were thrilled to lea
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14 March
Report: Disneyland Is Now “Breaking Down,” in Its “Worst” State
Disneyland Resort has long marketed itself as the gold standard of theme park operations. For more than 70 years, Walt Disney’s original park has promised guests a carefully choreographed experience where attractions run smoothly, shows begin on schedule, and cast members keep the crowds moving through immersive lands with remarkable efficiency. That reputation has helped Disneyland maintain its p
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14 March
Disney World Reveals Another Ticket Price Hike For 2026
Planning a Walt Disney World trip has always required some serious budgeting. That is nothing new. Families know they are signing up for a vacation with many moving parts and expenses. Tickets are only one piece of the puzzle. By the time hotel nights, food, souvenirs, and travel costs are added in, the total can become pretty intimidating. Now, it looks like Disney could be setting up another tic
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14 March
Hidden Poison: Lawsuit Claims Baby Overdosed on Fentanyl Under Sink at Major Orlando Resort
The magic of a family vacation turned into a frantic fight for survival in May 2024, and now, that nightmare has moved into the courtroom. On March 12, 2026, a lawsuit was officially filed in Orange County against Westgate Vacation Villas Resort, alleging that a 10-month-old infant suffered a near-fatal overdose after coming into contact with a drug-laced spoon left inside a guest room. Credit: We
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14 March
Disney Revives Pandemic-Style Character Photos Instead of Meet-And-Greets
For many Disney fans, meeting beloved characters remains one of the most reliable traditions in the company’s theme parks and vacation experiences. Whether you're at Disneyland Resort in Anaheim or Shanghai Disneyland in China, guests routinely queue for the chance to greet everyone from Mickey Mouse to Encanto‘s Mirabel. That formula has defined Disney character meet-and-greets for decades.
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14 March
Hannah Montana Pop-Ups Are Coming and It’s Definitely a Party in the USA
Maybelline and Disney+ are teaming up to host special Hannah Montana pop-ups in New York City and Los Angeles, marking a much-anticipated comeback for the show. The pop-ups, inspired by Hannah's fashion and transformation moments, will feature interactive Maybelline glam stations reminiscent of Hannah's closet. The Los Angeles event is on March 21 (12 p.m. – 8 p.m.) and March 22 (11 a.m.
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14 March
Deadpool and Wolverine Face Uncertain Future in Upcoming ‘Avengers’ Film
The MCU has reached the point where even one small rumor can send fans into debate mode. That tends to happen when a franchise gets this large, but it happens even faster when the subject is the Multiverse. Now, another report is stirring up discussion, and this one centers on a concept many viewers assumed would matter a lot in the future. The latest rumor suggests Marvel Studios may be backing a
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14 March
Disney Just Promoted This Chef to Run 13 Grand Floridian Restaurants
Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa has appointed Matthew Sowers as its new Disney executive chef, who will oversee all 13 food and beverage locations, including the MICHELIN-starred Victoria & Albert's. With over 20 years of experience at Victoria & Albert's, Sowers was previously the chef de cuisine there and is a testament to Disney's practice of promoting from within. Miguel Santeliz will st
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14 March
Beloved Female Ghostbuster Wants To Return in New Film
Mckenna Grace says she would happily return to the world of Ghostbusters — even if another film isn’t currently in the works. The actor, who plays Phoebe Spengler in Ghostbusters: Afterlife (2021) and Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire (2024), recently addressed the possibility of reprising the fan-favorite role. Speaking to The Hollywood Reporter following the release of her latest film, Scream 7 (2026)
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14 March
‘Deadpool 4’ Gets Update Following Ryan Reynolds Recasting
Ryan Reynolds once played one of DC’s most famous superheroes — but the Green Lantern mantle is now being passed to someone else. The actor portrayed Hal Jordan in the 2011 DC film Green Lantern. Now, more than a decade later, DC Studios is revisiting the character in its upcoming HBO series Lanterns, which recently released its first trailer. This time, however, the role of Hal Jordan is being pl
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