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  • Apr- 2025 -
    29 April
    Walt Disney World Resort's Disneys Hollywood Studios at night in Florida

    Exclusive Previews Begin for Disney World’s Next Big Entertainment Hits

    In just a few weeks, Disney’s Hollywood Studios will add two new live shows to its entertainment lineup. Both will officially open to all guests on May 27, 2025, but Cast Members will have the chance to preview them in the days leading up to the debut. Here’s a closer look at the two productions and how Disney is preparing to introduce them. Disney Villains: Unfairly Ever After A brand-new show fo

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  • 29 April
    Guests on the Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway ride at Disneyland Park.

    Guest Jumps in Front of Moving Disney Ride To Retrieve Cell Phone

    On Monday, a Disneyland Park guest jumped out of a moving Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway ride vehicle in an attempt to retrieve a fallen cell phone. The woman was nearly struck by several train vehicles before Disney cast members were able to stop the attraction. Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway is a trackless ride in the Mickey’s Toontown section of Disneyland Park. The attraction invites gue

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  • 29 April
    The Emporium at Magic Kingdom with Cinderella Castle in the background at Disney World.

    Walt Disney World Is Quietly Saying Goodbye to These 5 Classic Attractions

    Walt Disney World has been busy. If it feels like every time you visit, something else is under construction—or gone entirely—you’re not imagining things. In just the past couple of years, beloved attractions have disappeared, lands have been reimagined, and several long-standing IPs have been shown the door. Disney isn’t just refreshing things—they’re overhauling the identity of entire lands. Whi

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  • 29 April
    Disney Castle at Night

    We Know What Secrets Walt Disney World Isn’t Telling You…

    Going to Walt Disney World Resort is a dream come true for millions of people of all ages. While any visit to the Central Florida Disney parks is destined to be magical, there are a lot of tips and tricks that can make your trip even better. Whether it’s your first time or you’re a Disney pro, these ten secrets will help you plan an unforgettable and stress-free Walt Disney World Resort vacation.

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  • 29 April
    A group of Disney characters, including Pluto, Goofy, Minnie Mouse, Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, and Daisy Duck, stand cheerfully in front of a brightly lit Disneyland backdrop, dressed in colorful outfits for Disneyland After Dark: Pride Nite. Disneyland Pride Nite 2026

    Matterhorn Bobsleds Closure Delayed — But for How Long?

    With Disneyland’s massive 70th Anniversary celebration almost here, you’d expect the park to be firing on all cylinders. And while preparations are definitely moving full steam ahead, one iconic attraction is hitting a small speed bump right before the party starts. Originally scheduled to close for refurbishment on April 28th, the Matterhorn Bobsleds will now remain open a little longer, with its

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  • 29 April
    The entrances to the different lands at Epic Universe at Universal Orlando

    No Warning, No Rules: Epic Universe Is Suddenly Open to Guests

    Universal Orlando just opened preview access to its brand-new theme park, Epic Universe — and yes, it’s REAL. If you’re planning a 2025 trip to Orlando, here’s why this surprise ticket drop should be on your radar (even if you’re mostly here for Mickey waffles and Dole Whip). Whether you're loyal to Disney or just theme park curious, this is a major moment in Central Florida travel — and we've got

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  • 29 April
    Tower of Terror against a stormy sky

    New Era of Villains Begins at Disney World, Here’s When and Where It Starts

    Get ready, Disney fans — something wicked is heading your way! Walt Disney World just dropped a mysterious new teaser on social media that’s got Annual Passholders buzzing with excitement. The storybook-style video didn’t give too much away, but eagle-eyed fans are convinced we’re getting a brand-new Passholder magnet featuring a classic fairytale character — and possibly a VILLAIN. Could it be th

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  • 29 April
    Ahsoka for Disney theme parks

    Disneyland Paris To Get ‘Star Wars’ Experience “for First Time Ever”

    A legendary celebration is coming to a galaxy not so far away—and it's making history at Disneyland Paris. In early May, the Force will awaken at Disneyland Park with a first-of-its-kind experience honoring “May the Fourth,” the fan-favorite Star Wars Day. For the first time ever, guests will be able to meet the iconic Ahsoka Tano, along with other well-known characters from the Star W

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  • 29 April
    Walt Disney World Resort entrance, where Disney trips take place annually.

    Disney Cast Member Quickly Gets in Handcuffs Following Serious Incident

    Disney cast member incident: Just before dawn in St. Petersburg, Florida, a sudden crash and splash disrupted a peaceful waterfront. Witnesses say a car sped through the intersection of Central Avenue and Bayshore Drive NE, launched over the curb, and plunged into the bay—a startling scene that played out around 2:30 a.m. on Monday. Moments later, in a surreal twist, the driver emerged from the wa

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  • 29 April
    Paddington Bear (Ben Whishaw)

    New ‘Paddington’ Experience Unveiled Amid Universal Studios GB Themed Land Rumors

    There's no denying that Paddington Bear is a British institution. Not only did he enjoy tea with the late Queen, but he's also appeared in several books by the late Michael Bond, a stop-motion television series, an animated television series, and three theatrical films. Paddington in Peru (2024) didn't live up to the expectations set by its brilliant predecessor, Paddington 2 (2017), but it still

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