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  • Feb- 2025 -
    20 February
    wide view of Universal's Islands of Adventure theme park

    Universal Announces Location Will Finally Reopen, Closed Since 2020

    Universal Orlando Resort is making waves in 2025, with major changes set to reshape the guest experience. Between the return of nostalgic offerings and the unveiling of a brand-new theme park, this year is shaping up to be one of the most significant in Universal’s history. One exciting return is the comeback of the self-service toppings bar at The Burger Digs, located in the Jurassic Park section

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  • 20 February
    DVC Rooms at Disney's Polynesian Village

    Unsettling Moment: Disney World Guest ‘Horrified’ as Cast Member Invades Her Room

    One of the highlights of a Disney vacation is the sense of security guests enjoy while on the property. Disney's security team and dedicated cast members work hard to ensure everyone has a fun and safe experience. We've all seen how quickly they spring into action when issues, like a fight, occur. However, a recent experience involving one female guest has raised questions about how far some Disne

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  • 19 February
    Disney Skyliner at Disney's Hollywood Studios

    Disney Skyliner Expansion: Why It’s Not Happening

    When the Disney Skyliner debuted in 2019, it quickly became one of the most popular transportation methods at Walt Disney World. The gondola system provides stunning aerial views while offering a fast and convenient way to travel between EPCOT, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and select resorts. However, as much as fans would love to see the Skyliner expand to other parts of Disney property, logistica

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  • 19 February
    A black and white picture of two people on Toy Story Midway Mania!, a ride at Disneyland Resort.

    Guests Put On Display, Instructed to “Shoot” After Disneyland Ride Breaks Down

    A breakdown of Disneyland Resort’s Toy Story Midway Mania! left guests in an unsettling situation when they were instructed to “shoot” after the ride came to a halt. The incident, which took place at Disney California Adventure Park, was shared on TikTok. Toy Story Midway Mania! is a popular interactive 4-D attraction at Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort, where guests compete in a car

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  • 19 February
    Mickey Mouse with EPCOT's Spaceship Earth in the background

    CommuniCore Hall’s Technical Issues Force Mickey & Minnie Out

    EPCOT’s latest addition, CommuniCore Hall, has already encountered unexpected setbacks, leading to changes for one of the park’s most beloved meet-and-greets. Due to technical issues, Mickey and Minnie Mouse have temporarily relocated from their designated area inside CommuniCore Hall to their previous location in the Imagination Pavilion. This move comes as a surprise to many guests who had antic

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  • 19 February
    An image of Spaceship Earth with an insert of Disney on Broadway at EPCOT

    EPCOT Guests Treated to a Broadway Surprise They’ll Never Forget!

    EPCOT’s Festival of the Arts is known for showcasing incredible talent, from breathtaking artwork to culinary masterpieces, but on the evening of February 18, 2025, something truly unexpected took place that left guests at the park absolutely stunned. The Festival of the Arts isn’t just about admiring art—it’s also about creating unforgettable memories, and this year, EPCOT delivered just that wit

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  • 19 February
    Two young women, one holding a smartphone for a selfie, pose enthusiastically next to Goofy in front of a colorful backdrop with trees and flowers at a theme park. One woman wears a blue dress and Minnie Mouse ears, while the other raises her arm in excitement.

    Mom Complains After Disney Character Shoos Away Her Child

    A recent incident at Disneyland Resort sparked a heated debate online after a mother claimed that her child was unfairly treated by a Disney character. The controversy began when the mother posted a TikTok video showing Goofy shooing away her child, who had chased him down in Mickey’s Toontown. The TikTok user behind the video, @itsjazz10j, was upset by the encounter, tagging Disneyland Resort and

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  • 19 February
    Cinderella Castle Tomorrowland Dusk

    How About This? Disney World Finally Begins Construction on ‘Stitch’ Ride

    At Disney World, change is inevitable. Attractions are constantly updated, lands are reimagined, and sometimes, beloved rides disappear entirely, making way for something new. But there’s one spot in Magic Kingdom that has remained untouched for years: the former home of Stitch’s Great Escape. Once a central part of Tomorrowland, the attraction permanently closed in 2018 after years of sporadic op

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  • 19 February
    Silhouetted legs and feet of people, like a scene from a "stranded on Soarin' Disneyland" discussion on Reddit, dangle from a ledge against a vibrant sunset over the ocean. The sky's shades of purple and pink dance atop the sea, with a distant shoreline visible to the right.

    Disney World Flight Experiences Critical Error, Guests Restrained Mid-Air

    A routine flight on Walt Disney World Resort’s Soarin’ Around the World attraction took an unexpected twist when guests found themselves stuck 40 feet in the air. The popular simulator ride at EPCOT was halted midway through the flight due to a malfunction, and guests were safely evacuated after a brief wait. A Sudden Soarin’ Malfunction Soarin’ Around the World, a long-standing favorite at EPCOT,

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  • 19 February
    Main Steet, U.S.A. in Disney World's Magic Kingdom

    Family Ends Disney World Vacation Early After Homophobic Assault on Child

    A Walt Disney World Resort vacation turned into a nightmare for one family after their child was subjected to verbal and physical harassment at Magic Kingdom Park. The distressing experience led them to cut their trip short, forfeiting their remaining park days. A Family’s Magic Kingdom Trip Takes a Dark Turn Reddit user u/drabladrub had spent weeks eagerly preparing for their Walt Disney World Re

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