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  • Mar- 2026 -
    12 March
    A crowd of people walk toward Epcot’s large geodesic sphere, Spaceship Earth.

    Disney World Attraction Turns All Guests Away With Unannounced Closure

    Guests visiting Walt Disney World recently had to adjust their plans after a major EPCOT attraction unexpectedly shut down for the day. The disruption comes during a notable moment for The Walt Disney Company as leadership changes continue behind the scenes. Even with these shifts taking place, crowds have remained steady across Disney’s theme parks. Josh D’Amaro has stepped into the role of Chief

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  • 12 March
    Crowds waiting for the Happily Ever After fireworks at Magic Kingdom Park

    Some Disney World Areas Become Nearly Impossible During Spring Break

    Spring break transforms Walt Disney World into one of the busiest vacation destinations in the country. Schools across the United States stagger their breaks throughout March, sending wave after wave of families to Central Florida for a few days of theme park fun. The energy inside the parks can feel exciting during this time of year, but it also brings massive crowds that change how guests move t

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  • 12 March
    A Lightning Lane entrance at Walt Disney World Resort

    Lightning Lane Prices Jump at Disney World — Guests Will Pay More Starting March 29

    Spring Break season is officially underway at Walt Disney World, and anyone planning a late-March visit should be ready for larger crowds, longer wait times, and one more thing that tends to arrive this time of year — higher prices. The latest example involves Disney’s Lightning Lane system, which allows guests to skip standby lines for many of the resort’s most popular attractions. As demand incr

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  • 11 March
    The Haunted Mansion at Magic Kingdom Park on a clear day.

    After 54 Years, Disney World Guests Can No Longer See the Haunted Mansion

    After five decades at the Magic Kingdom, the Haunted Mansion is no longer visible to guests walking through Liberty Square. How the Haunted Mansion Disappeared The transformation happened in stages. Back in December 2025, Walt Disney World Resort began clearing the Haunted Mansion's graveyard and lawn, pulling out the themed tombstones and landscaping and replacing them with construction walls and

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  • 11 March
    Animated character Flynn Rider from Disney's 'Tangled'

    Disney Locks in Main Cast for Live-Action ‘Tangled’ Movie

    Disney has taken a major step toward bringing Rapunzel back to the big screen—this time in live-action. After years of development talk surrounding a remake of 2010's Tangled, The Walt Disney Company has officially cast its central duo. Teagan Croft will play the long-haired princess Rapunzel, while Milo Manheim has been selected as the charming outlaw Flynn Rider. The casting signals renewed life

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  • 11 March
    Bluey looks shocked in a still from the TV show

    Bluey Just Took Over Fantasyland at Disneyland and Changed Everything

    Disneyland has introduced signage and decorations for “Bluey's Best Day Ever!” at Fantasyland Theatre, marking a significant shift in how Disney integrates new properties into its classic theme park lands. The venue features a “Fun Fair” medallion, colorful bunting, and whimsical Bluey-themed elements, including blue sky screens and fake trees. This change reflects Disney's

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  • 11 March
    Chris Pratt of the Guardians of the Galaxy

    Marvel Stars Address ‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 4’ With New Cast

    Marvel Studios wrapped up the story of one of the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s most distinctive teams with the release of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 in 2023. Directed by James Gunn, the film closed the trilogy that began nearly a decade earlier, while also setting up a fresh lineup of heroes who could continue the cosmic adventures. The Guardians have a history that stretches far beyond the big

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  • 11 March
    Spaceship Earth towers above the EPCOT World Showcase Lagoon

    Multi-Month Closure Confirmed for EPCOT World Showcase Area

    One of the most popular Quick-Service stops in the EPCOT World Showcase has been behind construction walls since January, and there's still no end date in sight. Refreshment Port Goes Dark Refreshment Port, the walk-up dining spot tucked near the Canada Pavilion in the EPCOT World Showcase, has been closed since January 12, 2026. The location is a reliable favorite among Disney Park guests for its

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  • 11 March
    Guests riding Toy Story Mania

    Disney’s ‘2D Era’: New Attractions Are Dropping 3D Technology

    Disney fans are used to hearing about bigger screens, smarter ride systems, and more advanced effects. The company built much of its reputation on finding new ways to make attractions feel more immersive than what came before. For years, 3D was one of the clearest examples of that mindset. Now Disney seems to be changing course, and it is doing so very quietly. Instead of adding more layers to eve

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  • 11 March
    Monorail Black at the Walt Disney World Transportation & Ticket Center (TTC)

    Disney World Confirms Monorail Change Affecting Guests in 2026

    Walt Disney World Resort‘s iconic Monorail just got a subtle but striking upgrade, and guests riding after dark are the first to notice it. Glowing Retro Logos Light Up the Night Sometime in the past few days, vintage-inspired logos began glowing on the sides of Walt Disney World Resort's Monorail trams. The update appears to have rolled out across the entire fleet, and it's the kind of deta

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