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Jan- 2026 -24 January
Universal Just Released Hello Kitty Merch But How About An Actual Experience?
Universal Orlando Resort just dropped a brand new Hello Kitty & Friends merchandise collection at the Universal Studios Store in CityWalk. While it's nice to have new products featuring the iconic Sanrio character, fans are asking a bigger question: when is Universal going to give Hello Kitty the park presence she actually deserves? The Full Merchandise Lineup The new collection is pretty extensiv
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24 January
This Little Mermaid Attraction Is Making Its Comeback at Disney Park
If you were worried about the closure of Jumpin' Jellyfish closing indefinitely at Disney California Adventure, you can breathe now because Disney just confirmed the actual timeline, and it's way less dramatic than some of that coverage suggested. The Little Mermaid-inspired ride closes February 23, 2026, and reopens March 6, 2026. That's 11 days. Not months. Not indefinitely. Eleven days. The Act
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24 January
Disney Cruise Line Guests Blindsided by Quiet 17% Price Increase
Guests sailing with Disney Cruise Line are facing another quiet price increase. The change affects onboard internet access, a service that has become increasingly essential for many travelers. While Disney has continued expanding its cruise business, several recent cost adjustments have incrementally raised the price of sailing. The latest increase was implemented without advance notice. According
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24 January
Thor’s Replacement Gets First Official Trailer
For more than a decade, Chris Hemsworth’s Thor has been one of the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s most recognizable superheroes. From his Shakespearean beginnings in Thor (2011) to his more comedic turn in Thor: Ragnarok (2017) and other films like Avengers: Endgame (2019) and Thor: Love and Thunder (2022), the God of Thunder has been a constant presence across multiple phases of the franchise. Now,
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23 January
Marvel’s ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ Release Plan May Be in Trouble
Marvel Studios may need to adjust plans for its next Avengers film. The studio is preparing to release its first full Avengers crossover since Avengers: Endgame (2019), but new scheduling complications are emerging that could affect how the film launches in theaters. Those issues are tied to timing, not content. With December 2026 shaping up to be a crowded release window, Marvel’s next event film
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23 January
Spirits and Shakers: Is a Haunted Mansion Bar the Final Piece of Magic Kingdom’s Villains Land?
For over fifty years, the Magic Kingdom was a place where the “spirits” were strictly of the ghostly variety. In line with Walt Disney’s personal philosophy, the park remained largely dry, preserving a family-friendly atmosphere that contrasted with the cocktail-heavy culture of EPCOT and Hollywood Studios. But as we move deeper into 2026, the “Most Magical Place on Earth”
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23 January
All Guests Asked To Leave as Disney Parks Close Early Today
Guests visiting one of Disney’s busiest international destinations today found their park day ending far earlier than expected. Operating hours were cut short across an entire resort, affecting two theme parks simultaneously and removing evening access entirely. The adjustment appeared on the official operating calendar in advance, but its scale still set it apart. Resort-wide early closures remai
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23 January
Disney Scraps 2026 Movie Title Just Over One Month Before Release
Pixar’s next theatrical release is coming into focus—and it’s arriving with a surprising last-minute adjustment. With just over a month before its debut, the studio’s upcoming original animated film has undergone a notable change overseas, even as anticipation builds for its U.S. rollout. Following the massive success of Inside Out 2 in 2024, Disney and Pixar struggled to maintain momentum with El
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23 January
Assault Charges Distributed to Family of Four After Physical Violence Erupts at Universal Orlando
A Universal Orlando Resort team member is recovering today after being assaulted by a family of four. The Magic of Universal Hotels Is Built on Trust and Tranquility For many Universal Orlando Resort guests, a hotel stay is more than just a place to sleep—it’s an extension of the magic. From sweeping Italian architecture to harbor-side views, Loews Portofino Bay Hotel has long been considered one
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23 January
Disney Just Made Visiting Toy Story Land Way More Comfortable
It only took Disney seven years to figure out that people occasionally need to sit down, but better late than never, I guess. Toy Story Land at Disney's Hollywood Studios just got a new outdoor seating area near Woody's Lunch Box, and it's honestly embarrassing that this is even newsworthy because adequate seating should have been part of the original design when the land opened back in 2018. Wher
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