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Feb- 2026 -11 February
Fantasyland Area Closes To All Guests in Disney World’s Magic Kingdom
Magic Kingdom guests arriving on February 11, 2026, will find one more attraction temporarily unavailable. Under the Sea–Journey of The Little Mermaid has closed for refurbishment, interrupting visits to Ariel’s seaside world. The official Walt Disney World website currently lists the ride as “currently closed” without a reopening date. However, operating times appear for Februar
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11 February
Disney Workers Just Embedded Their Names Inside Avengers Campus Forever
Disney California Adventure cast members just participated in a construction tradition that literally makes them a permanent part of the Avengers Campus expansion, and most guests will never even know it happened. Cast members gathered backstage to sign a steel beam that's about to be installed in the massive project doubling the size of the Marvel-themed land. Their signatures will be built direc
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11 February
A Disney Icon at the Center of a $170 Billion Financial Storm
The economics of modern blockbuster filmmaking have reached staggering levels that would have seemed inconceivable even a decade ago. Studios routinely commit hundreds of millions of dollars to individual productions, betting that global box office returns, streaming value, and ancillary revenue will justify costs that exceed the GDP of small nations. This escalation reflects multiple factors incl
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11 February
Disney Relocates From Los Angeles to New Headquarters
Los Angeles harbor played host this week to an impressive sight: the Disney Adventure, a behemoth cruise ship weighing in at 208,000 tons, making what amounts to a ceremonial goodbye to a port it will never regularly serve. The vessel's Monday arrival wasn't the start of something new for Southern California cruise enthusiasts. Instead, it marked a conclusion that's been years in the making. Disne
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11 February
Animal Crossing Takes Over Popular Orlando Location Starting Friday
While everyone is focused on SUPER NINTENDO WORLD at Universal EPIC Universe, Nintendo has quietly launched another Orlando experience: the Animal Crossing: New Horizons Aquarium Tour at SEA LIFE Orlando Aquarium, opening February 13 and running through April 30. If you’re visiting Orlando this spring and have Animal Crossing fans in your family, this is a must-see. Located on International Drive
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10 February
Walt Disney World Faces Lingering Damage After Unusual February Freeze
Walt Disney World is built to handle Florida’s usual weather chaos. The parks are prepared for intense heat, surprise downpours, and even hurricane season. But what happened in early February was something completely different—and now, days later, guests are starting to see the lingering effects in a way that’s honestly hard to ignore. A recent post on X has gained attention after showing visible
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10 February
EPCOT Closes Mexico Area to Guests, Effective Immediately
Walt Disney World Resort has closed one of the main entrances to the Mexico Pavilion at EPCOT, restricting guest access to the popular World Showcase attraction. As of Tuesday, February 10, the left entrance to the pyramid structure housing Gran Fiesta Tour Starring the Three Caballeros, San Angel Inn Restaurante, and Mexico-themed merchandise shops is blocked by construction barriers. Constructio
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10 February
Violent Assault Reported at EPCOT on Tuesday, February 6
Law enforcement responded to a battery incident at EPCOT on Tuesday afternoon, according to police scanner reports monitored by social media accounts tracking Walt Disney World Resort activity. The incident occurred at approximately 3:49 p.m. EST on February 10. Scanner activity described the call as “Battery (Unwanted Touching or Striking Someone)” at the theme park. Limited Informati
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10 February
This Coveted Disney World Hotel Is Offering 5 Nights Free
Walt Disney World has released updated summer resort discounts marketed as “Wave 2” promotions, while Marriott simultaneously offers credit card bonuses redeemable at the Swan and Dolphin Resort. The overlapping promotions create different value propositions depending on traveler circumstances, resort preferences, and willingness to utilize credit card offers. Accommodation costs repre
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10 February
Disney World Removes Religious Name From Easter Holiday Offerings in 2026
Walt Disney World Resort has quietly shifted away from using “Easter” on some merchandise packaging, instead labeling clearly holiday-themed items as “spring” products. The change became apparent this week when a new Monorail pull-back toy appeared at EPCOT and other park locations. The toy features oversized bunny ears and a vinyl sticker depicting Mickey and Minnie Mouse
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