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Jun- 2025 -25 June
‘Hercules’ Stage Musical: Actor’s Mesh Tank Outfit Sparks Online Reactions
The stage adaptation of Disney's Hercules has officially debuted in London’s West End, drawing both excitement and criticism. While the vibrant production, filled with catchy tunes and dynamic choreography, has captured the attention of many, one key element of the show has become the center of a heated online debate: the costume worn by Luke Brady, who plays the titular role. What’s Going On with
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25 June
Cooling Towel Chaos: Guest Uses EPCOT Ride Water to “Freshen Up”
At EPCOT’s Living with the Land, you're supposed to sit back, relax, and learn a little something about agriculture and sustainability. But lately, it seems some guests are making it into their own personal water park. In the latest case of “what were they thinking?”, a park guest was filmed dunking his cooling towel into the ride’s water. Yes, the same water that flows through the attraction’s gr
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25 June
Haunted Mansion Loses Legacy Set After Disney’s Removal for Pirates of the Caribbean Expansion
In the vast and intricate world of Disney Parks and films, props don’t always stay put. Sometimes, items with cinematic histories find new life inside the very theme parks that inspired their stories. One such artifact has a ghostly past—and now lives among swashbuckling pirates. Yes, we’re talking about Master Gracey’s ornate chair from the 2003 Haunted Mansion film starring Eddie Murphy. That ee
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24 June
Disney World Suspends Space Mountain Operations Effective Immediately, Officially Notifies Guests
Walt Disney World Resort’s iconic Space Mountain attraction in the Magic Kingdom was shut down most of the day on Tuesday, June 24. Disney rarely makes public statements regarding ride breakdowns, but the length of this closure prompted the resort to notify guests through the My Disney Experience app. While many Disney Park guests were disappointed by the downtime, others took the opportunity to g
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24 June
Walt Disney – A Magical Life Comes to Disneyland for $75 per Ticket
D23, Disney’s official fan club, is offering its Gold Members an exciting opportunity this summer. On July 18, members will have the chance to attend an exclusive event at Disneyland Resort, featuring a special viewing of the highly anticipated show “Walt Disney – A Magical Life” and an intimate panel with Walt Disney Imagineering (WDI) talent. Exclusive Viewing of “Walt Disney – A Magical Life” T
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24 June
Disney Guests Say Character “Possessed by the Devil,” Scarred Families
Walt Disney World Resort guests were left shocked last week after an animatronic malfunction turned Mr. Potato Head into something out of a nightmare. The malfunction led to Disney Park guests claiming that the beloved character had been “possessed by the devil.” While some families were left laughing, others found the experience disturbing. The malfunction occurred inside Toy Story Mania!, the in
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24 June
EPCOT Empty as Crowds Disappear From Theme Park
EPCOT is seeing fewer guests than expected this summer, with many visitors noticing how quiet the park has become. While Walt Disney World Resort typically thrives during the summer with large crowds, guests say the parks have experienced a significant dip in attendance this year. Is the heat scaring families? Or perhaps Universal Orlando Resort’s new Epic Universe is pulling guests away? A video
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24 June
Travel Alert: These Dates Could Wreck Your Disney World Plans
Let’s face it—planning a Disney World vacation is a bit of an art. You have to juggle park days, dining reservations, Lightning Lane selections, and of course, where you’ll stay. But even if you lock in what feels like the perfect resort, 2026 is shaping up to throw a wrench into a few plans. That’s because several popular Disney hotels will be dealing with construction, closures, and refurbishmen
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24 June
After Nearly 40 Years, Dolly Parton Leaves Dollywood Behind
This winter, Dolly Parton will be stepping away from the theme park she’s helped shape for nearly four decades. The country music legend is leaving behind Dollywood and her beloved Smoky Mountains, at least for a while. Parton purchased Dollywood in 1986, taking over the former Rebel Railroad theme park in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. She had always promised herself that if she ever made it big, she w
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24 June
Disney World Building a Brand-New Theme Park Means One Thing
There’s a new theme park in Walt Disney World’s future—and even if Disney hasn’t made it official yet, the recently released Comprehensive Plan 2045 says it all. One new “major theme park” and two “minor parks” could be coming over the next two decades, and it’s a game-changer in every way. Especially for how we skip the lines. Because if Disney’s building a brand-new park, there’s one thing you c
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