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  • Oct- 2025 -
    13 October
    Christmas decorations and holiday lighting at Magic Kingdom during the Christmas season.

    The Harsh Truth About Visiting Disney World at Christmas

    It’s no secret that Christmas at Walt Disney World Resort is pure magic. The decorations sparkle, the music fills every corner, and Main Street, U.S.A. feels straight out of a holiday film. But behind all the festive beauty is a reality that catches thousands of guests off guard each year. Visiting during the busiest time of the year requires strategy, stamina, and a little bit of luck. It’s Packe

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  • 13 October
    A sign for Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios features a large animatronic bear with a bow tie waving above glowing text outlined in neon lights.

    Stolen?! Shocking Photo Shows Freddy Fazbear Missing Body Part at Universal Event

    Universal Orlando Resort’s Halloween Horror Nights has been drawing attention this year for a reason other than its frights. Fans at the event have noticed that the Freddy Fazbear statue—a key centerpiece of the Five Nights at Freddy’s (FNAF) display—is missing a hand. Designed to look like aged stone, the statue is meant to pay homage to the hit video game franchise, but its current state has lef

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  • 13 October
    Split image: On the left, a graphic of Mickey Mouse waving with "Walt Disney World annual passholder." On the right, a person in a Mickey Mouse costume waves from the window of a red train.

    $200 Park Tickets? Here’s the Discount Disney Doesn’t Want You to Miss

    Walt Disney World Annual Passholders are getting a bit of a break this month — and it comes in the form of online savings. Starting October 15, 2025, Annual Passholders can enjoy an exclusive 20% discount at DisneyStore.com, part of a limited-time offer that runs through October 26. This digital shopping perk, available only to verified Walt Disney World Annual Passholders, comes at a time when Di

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  • 13 October
    A photo of Disneyland’s Sleeping Beauty Castle during the day with blue rooftops and pink walls. Inset, a circular image shows the same castle at night lit up with colorful lights. Trees and sky are visible in the background.

    Disneyland’s Castle Looks Like a Winter Wonderland After Overnight “Snowstorm”

    While Halloween is still in full swing across Disneyland Resort, signs of the next seasonal celebration have already started appearing — and the first evidence is hard to miss. Guests walking through Disneyland Park this week may have noticed a dusting of “snow” high atop Sleeping Beauty Castle, signaling that the resort is already preparing for the 2025 holiday season, which officially begins on

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  • 13 October
    People stand in front of the entrance to Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure at EPCOT

    Pixar Attraction Yanked from Disneyland Paris Lineup After Years of Mixed Reviews

    The kitchen is officially closed—at least for now. As of October 2025, Disneyland Paris has shuttered Ratatouille: L’Aventure Totalement Toquée de Rémy, the anchor attraction of the France-themed area in Walt Disney Studios Park. The closure is part of a planned multi-month renovation, which Disney is calling a “major enhancement project.” It’s scheduled to last through Spring 2026 and comes as th

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  • 13 October
    Universal Studios Florida entrance archway covered in construction scrim displaying a new logo and Halloween Horror Nights 35 medallion.

    Halloween Horror Nights Ends With Real-Life Scare in Universal Parking Garages

    For thousands of Halloween Horror Nights guests at Universal Orlando Resort on Sunday night, the real horror didn’t happen inside a haunted house—but rather, outside in the parking garages. Related: Brawl Breaks Out in the Middle of Crowded Universal Orlando, Guest Pummeled In what has quickly become one of the most talked-about moments from an already chaotic Columbus Day weekend, Universal Orlan

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  • 13 October
    (L) Ahmed Best (R) Jar Jar Binks

    Ahmed Best’s Two ‘Star Wars’ Characters Will Team Up in New One-Off Special

    Two of the most unexpected names in Star Wars history are joining forces. During the NYCC's Lucasfilm panel, a brand-new comic was revealed. It that pairs Jar Jar Binks and Kelleran Beq — both portrayed by Ahmed Best — in a first-of-its-kind story. The project, titled “Jar Jar Binks” #1, is described as an all-new one-shot adventure that brings together the Gungan outcast and the rarel

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  • 13 October
    Rey (Daisy Ridley) lightsaber training on Ahch-To

    Rey Is Back — Lucasfilm Confirms New ‘Star Wars’ Project, More Sequel Characters Returning

    The Star Wars timeline continues to expand, with two major films on the horizon — The Mandalorian & Grogu in May 2026 and Star Wars: Starfighter the following year. But while the big screen looks toward new eras, questions remain about the future of Rey (Daisy Ridley), whose journey seemingly concluded in Star Wars: Episode IX — The Rise of Skywalker (2019). While the untitled Rey film is st

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  • 12 October
    A man on one knee proposes to a surprised and joyful woman in front of a fairytale-style Disney castle. She has her hands clasped near her face, wearing a denim jacket. A red ring box shines in his hand during this enchanting wedding proposal moment.

    Can You Still Propose at Disneyland? Here’s What’s Allowed (and What’s Not)

    If you’re thinking about getting down on one knee in front of the Wishing Well at Disneyland and asking the biggest question of your life, you’re not alone—and you’re not out of luck. But a recent discussion on Reddit has sparked a flurry of questions: Is Disneyland actually cracking down on proposals? The answer isn’t as simple as “yes” or “no,” but the good news is this: proposals at Disneyland

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  • 12 October
    Disney Park Crowd

    A $274 Lightsaber, $284 Park Hopper, and $35 Parking: Disney’s New Prices Unveiled

    If you were waiting for a sign to book your Walt Disney World vacation before prices went up—this was it. As of October 2025, Disney has quietly rolled out its annual round of price increases, affecting everything from theme park tickets and annual passes to dining, merchandise, parking, and even guest experiences. Related: After Raising Prices on Annual Passes, Disney Increases Its Discounts To B

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