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Jul- 2025 -23 July
Disney Officially Moving Its Tokyo Attraction To Other International Locations
Tokyo Disney Resort is bringing one of its beloved attractions to other parts of Japan. On July 22, The Oriental Land Company—the third-party group operating Tokyo Disney Resort under a license from The Walt Disney Company—announced that its “Magic in the Air” drone show would be touring Japan for a limited time, kicking off in August 2025. The 15-minute drone show, which utilizes 1,500 drones, cr
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23 July
Another Classic Magic Kingdom Corner Gets Flattened—And It’s Not Frontierland
If you’ve been following the recent changes at Magic Kingdom, it probably won’t surprise you that another part of the park just got taken out. What might surprise you, though, is that it wasn’t Frontierland this time. Over in Tomorrowland, Disney quietly took a bulldozer to a quirky little corner that’s been cooling off guests for decades. Tomorrowland’s Chill Zone Vanishes Cool Ship—yeah, the one
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23 July
Disneyland Character Mobbed by Guests, Adults Climb Over Each Other for Selfies
A guest “pileup” was reported at Disneyland Paris Resort on Wednesday when guests rushed to meet the latest character to debut at the park. The introduction of The Thing in Avengers Campus at Walt Disney Studios Park quickly turned into crowd chaos, with some guests ignoring the established queue in favor of trying to get the perfect selfie. On July 23, Disneyland Paris Resort surprised visitors b
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23 July
As ‘Pirates 6’ Stalls, Disney Looks to ‘Tower of Terror’ for Its Future
For more than a decade, Pirates of the Caribbean ruled the seas—and the box office. But lately, it feels like Disney’s flagship franchise has dropped anchor. Between casting controversies and lukewarm sequels, it’s been drifting for years. And now, Disney may have its eye on something very different: an elevator that drops you into the unknown. Disney’s Haunted Hotel Bet Scarlett Johansson is step
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23 July
EPCOT Just Did Something That Hasn’t Happened in Nearly 20 Years
Every Disney park has its surprises, but EPCOT just pulled off something fans haven’t seen since flip phones were cool and High School Musical was topping the charts. The last few years have brought huge changes to the park—some good, some controversial. But nothing feels quite as unexpected as this week’s blast from the past. A Nod to Classic EPCOT Let’s talk about what EPCOT has become. In the p
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23 July
Wet Concrete Fills the Lobby of Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
Guests at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa recently encountered some temporary disruptions in the lobby due to ongoing renovations, with wet concrete now filling much of the once-pristine space. These changes are part of a larger renovation effort to update the iconic resort’s lobby, which will include the installation of the first-ever lobby bar. In April 2025, Walt Disney World Resort revea
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23 July
What’s Closing at Disney World in 2025 and 2026? The Full Refurbishment Rundown
Disney’s Pop Century Resort, long considered a fan-favorite for its affordability and nostalgic theming, has officially launched a full-scale refresh of its lobby space—one that promises to infuse even more retro charm into the resort’s iconic atmosphere. The refurbishment began on July 21 and is expected to continue through early October. A Value Resort With Vintage Vibes As one of Walt Disney Wo
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23 July
Why Disney World’s 2025 Holiday Season Might Be More Nightmare Than Magic
Disney World is always buzzing during Christmas, but this year could bring more chaos than cheer. Sure, the lights are beautiful and the holiday treats are delicious—but with more discounts luring guests in and fewer places for them to go, things could get messy fast. Let’s examine what’s creating such a Disney disaster. All the Festive Fun First and foremost, the offerings are impressive. EPCOT’s
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23 July
You Won’t Believe What’s Going On Behind the Scenes at This Disney Resort
Staying at a Disney World resort should feel like an extension of the magic. Whether waking up to a view of Cinderella Castle or just hopping on the monorail with a Mickey-shaped waffle in hand, something is exciting about being in the Disney bubble. But not every Disney hotel delivers on that promise. Staying On Property Has Its Perks There’s a reason people go out of their way to book a Disney r
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23 July
Disney Revives Canceled Marvel Movie as RDJ Makes His Big Return to the MCU
Marvel fans have been treated to a wild few years. There's been no shortage of content between multiverse twists, multibillion-dollar team-ups, and Disney+ series arriving faster than we can binge them. But in all that noise, one promised movie seemed to quietly disappear. It had star power, fan hype, and a ton of potential. Then—nothing. Delays. Creative shakeups. Rumors of cancellation. For a wh
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