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  • Aug- 2025 -
    6 August
    A pool in front of the exterior of Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
    Jess Colopy
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    Disney World Bulldozes 37-Year-Old Resort Area

    Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, one of the most luxurious hotels at Walt Disney World Resort, is undergoing an extensive lobby renovation. The overhaul is well underway, and guests are already noticing changes to the iconic hotel. The renovation has been described as a modernization effort retaining the Disney Resort’s famous Victorian charm while introducing upgraded touches like customize

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  • 6 August
    Disney's Polynesian Village Resort viewed from across the Seven Seas Lagoon.
    Jess Colopy
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    After 29 Years, Disney World Begins Work on Closed Hotel Building

    Walt Disney World Resort is finally addressing an issue that has been in the making for nearly three decades. After 29 years of standing closed to guests, a building at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort is now undergoing work to repair damage from Hurricane Milton, which hit Central Florida in October 2024. This development comes shortly after a public outcry about the state of some areas at the

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  • 6 August
    A person dressed as the Evil Queen from Snow White stands next to a cartoonish Mickey Mouse figure with large ears, red shorts, and yellow shoes. The background includes greenery and a building wall.
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    Disney Drama Unfolds as Viral Toy Labubu is Now Suspended from Theme Park

    There are few things more magical than introducing a first-time visitor to Disneyland. You get to be their personal tour guide, show them your favorite snack spots (churros at the cart near Big Thunder, always), grab lightning lanes, and soak in the nostalgia. That was exactly the plan when my best friend came to visit last weekend. She flew in from the East Coast for her first-ever Disneyland tri

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  • 6 August
    Spaceship Earth with a rainbow filter.
    Jess Colopy
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    Spaceship Earth Ride Gets Overnight Makeover at EPCOT

    This week, Walt Disney World Resort made some changes to the iconic Spaceship Earth structure at EPCOT, ahead of a longer refurbishment expected to begin later this month. Spaceship Earth, often referred to as the “EPCOT ball” by Disney Park guests, opened on October 1, 1982, alongside the Central Florida theme park. For over 40 years, this beloved attraction has transported guests on

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  • 6 August
    The Walt Disney World Monorail
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    Disney Monorail Breakdown Sparks Emergency Response Talk

    If you’ve ever glided into Magic Kingdom aboard Disney’s sleek monorail, you know the feeling—it’s fast, futuristic, and just plain fun. But for one group of guests recently, that smooth ride turned into an unexpected stop in the sky, prompting some unsettling announcements that left everyone wondering what would happen next. The TikTok That Started It All A TikTok video quickly made the rounds on

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  • 6 August
    Main St. USA
    Jess Colopy
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    Don’t Regret Your Disney Vacation: The Mistakes That Could Ruin Your Park Experience Forever

    A Disney vacation is the dream getaway for many, filled with magic, adventure, and unforgettable memories. However, even the most magical trip on earth can take a turn for the worse if you’re not careful. We’ve gathered ten things you should absolutely avoid doing on your Disneyland Resort or Walt Disney World Resort vacation. Trust us—you’ll thank us later! 1. Don’t Skip Research and Planning A D

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  • 6 August
    Mirabel (L) and Dolores (R) from 'Encanto'
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    Stephanie Beatriz Confirms the Return of Mirabel Madrigal

    The Madrigals are coming to Walt Disney World Resort—and Mirabel herself is leading the way. Stephanie Beatriz, who voiced Mirabel in Disney’s Encanto, recently confirmed that she will reprise the role for the upcoming theme park attraction based on the film. Speaking with The Direct while promoting Twisted Metal Season 2, the actress shared her excitement about returning to Casa Madrigal. “I will

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  • 6 August
    A group of characters from the Muppets franchise at Disney World.
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    The Muppets Are Returning to Disney This December

    While one era ends at Walt Disney World, another is about to begin—for both Monsters and Muppets alike. After more than 30 years of entertaining guests at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Muppet*Vision 3D presented its final performance on June 7, 2025. The attraction, a cornerstone of Muppets Courtyard, served as a tribute to Jim Henson’s final Muppet project. The day after its closing, the courtyard—

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  • 6 August
    Harry, Ron, and Hermione in 'Prisoner of Azkaban'
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    Arabella Stanton Will Officially Appear as Hermione Granger BEFORE HBO Series Premieres

    The new Harry Potter TV series hasn’t aired a second of footage, but one of its stars will be judged by fans long before it premieres on HBO. Arabella Stanton, the young actress cast as Hermione Granger in the upcoming HBO reboot, will also play the character in Harry Potter: The Full-Cast Audio Editions, Audible’s newly announced re-recording of all seven books. She’s the first confirmed HBO cast

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  • 6 August
    Alessia Dunn
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    Disney’s $1.6 Billion Grab Could Sanitize WWE for Good

    Let’s talk about what might be the most unexpected crossover of 2026: WWE and Disney. No, we’re not talking about a Rey Mysterio cameo at Disneyland (though we’d absolutely be here for that). We’re talking about something much bigger—and way more complicated. As of 2026, ESPN, a subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company, will become the exclusive U.S. streaming home of all WWE Premium Live Events (PLE

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