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Jun- 2026 -30 June
On June 30, Magic Kingdom Guests Encountered a Reimagined Haunted Mansion Building
A structure near the Haunted Mansion in Liberty Square has gone from steel skeleton to fully enclosed building in just over a week, marking the latest visible milestone in one of Magic Kingdom Park's longest-running construction projects. The Building Takes Shape On June 30, WDWNT reported that the steel framework spotted roughly a week ago on a building across from Memento Mori — long used as an
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30 June
Disney Shuts Down 19-Year-Old France Pavilion Experience at EPCOT
Guests walking through EPCOT’s France Pavilion may notice that one longtime location is no longer welcoming visitors inside. La Signature, the boutique known for French fragrances and beauty products, has officially closed for refurbishment. For longtime EPCOT fans, this is not just another temporary closure. The current version of La Signature opened on July 26, 2007, after Disney remodeled the l
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30 June
It’s Official: Universal Orlando Dismantles Iconic Dinosaur During Extended ‘Jurassic Park’ Closure
Universal Orlando Resort isn't just giving Jurassic Park River Adventure a routine tune-up. As crews continue working behind construction walls at Islands of Adventure, newly released photos reveal that some of the attraction's most recognizable dinosaurs and show elements have been dismantled during the lengthy refurbishment. The images offer one of the best looks yet at the project, although the
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30 June
Universal Orlando Shuts Down 5 Attractions During Peak Summer Travel
Summer is one of the busiest times of the year at Universal Orlando Resort, with thousands of families making the trip to experience everything the destination has to offer. From blockbuster roller coasters to interactive lands and live entertainment, there's plenty to fill an entire vacation. Still, July visitors should know that several attractions won't be operating for all or part of the month
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30 June
Universal’s Future Just Got a Surprising Boost as Comcast Makes a Massive Company Split
For years, the battle between Disney and Universal has played out where guests notice it most: dazzling new attractions, ambitious themed lands, blockbuster hotels, and increasingly immersive experiences. Every major announcement sparks the same question among fans—who's winning the theme park arms race? Lately, that conversation has only intensified. Universal Orlando's Epic Universe has dramatic
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30 June
Marvel May Be Making Its Biggest ‘Avengers’ Change Yet
Marvel's next crossover may not end with one movie. After years without an Avengers film, Marvel Studios is preparing to bring Earth's Mightiest Heroes back to theaters this December with Avengers: Doomsday. The movie is expected to reunite characters from across the Marvel Cinematic Universe while introducing Robert Downey Jr.'s Doctor Doom. It's one of Marvel's biggest bets in years. The studio
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30 June
What Really Happened to Lilo & Stitch Star Daveigh Chase Is Now Official
Two weeks after the entertainment world learned of Daveigh Chase's passing, officials have now confirmed the exact cause of the actress's death, best known for originating the voice of Lilo in Disney's Lilo and Stitch. According to the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner's office, Chase's official cause of death has been listed as Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome, with chronic polysubstance use
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30 June
This Hotel Near Disney Springs Is Doing Something Most Resorts Won’t
There is a special kind of frustration that comes from checking out of a hotel and seeing a parking fee tacked onto the final bill, sometimes night after night, without it ever being part of the original budget. One Orlando resort has just eliminated that headache entirely, and the timing could not be better for travelers planning a summer trip near Walt Disney World. Hilton Orlando Buena Vista Pa
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30 June
‘Star Wars’ Launches Brand-New Project With Several Iconic Characters
Luke Skywalker, Han Solo, and Princess Leia remain the heart of Star Wars, yet they're also among the most neglected characters of the Disney era. Since Lucasfilm was acquired by Disney in 2012, the original trilogy trio have rarely been allowed to share the spotlight outside the sequel trilogy. Sure, Luke made memorable appearances through digital de-aging in The Mandalorian Season 2 (2020) and T
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29 June
Fire Reported at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort on June 29
Emergency responders were called to Walt Disney World Resort on Monday evening following a fire report at Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort. Here's everything we know about the incident at the Moderate Disney Resort hotel near EPCOT. The Call That Came In at 6:42 p.m. At 6:42 p.m. on June 29, local authorities received a 911 call reporting a fire at Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort. Scanner monitorin
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