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  • Jan- 2025 -
    25 January
    An image promoting a daily jigsaw puzzle featuring characters from the animated movie "Luca." The characters are standing in front of colorful buildings in a coastal town. The text reads "Daily Jigsaw Puzzle 'Luca' at Disney Springs" with a Disney Springs logo.
    Daniel Hudacko
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    Disney Jigsaw Puzzle: ‘Luca’ at Disney Springs

    Get ready to dive into the sun-soaked seaside with this colorful Luca board at Disney Springs, featured in today's Disney jigsaw puzzle! Quick Tip: Do you want to make the puzzle easier or more challenging? Select the grid option to adjust the number of pieces before pressing “OK” to start the puzzle. Jigsaw Puzzle Experience More Disney-Themed Puzzle Lightning McQueen Racing Academy Mirabel Topia

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  • 25 January
    Big Thunder Mountain Railroad exterior with a red "X" overlay
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    Nothing Lasts Forever as Iconic Magic Kingdom Roller Coaster Stripped of Track

    A major part of Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort has officially closed its doors indefinitely, and fans are feeling the impact. With the holiday season behind us, the focus at Walt Disney World Resort has shifted to the major changes coming in 2025. From EPCOT's highly anticipated Test Track overhaul to the evolving landscape of Disney's Animal Kingdom, big things are happening acros

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  • 25 January
    Mickey Mouse with EPCOT's Spaceship Earth in the background
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    Survey Indicates Challenges Ahead for Budget-Conscious Guests at Disney World

    Survey Insights on Guest Trends A recent survey conducted by Katapult, an international guest experience design company, has revealed significant insights into the changing landscape of guest preferences at Walt Disney World. The survey highlights an increasing demand for immersive experiences, with many guests desiring attractions that allow them to enter beloved stories and worlds directly. Furt

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  • 25 January
    Universal Orlando Resort guests driving into the parking garage for a day in the theme parks, where the Hogwarts Express is located.
    Emmanuel Detres
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    Historic Winter Weather Forces Closures at Universal Orlando Resort and Disney World

    Universal Orlando Resort has closed down one of its theme parks as Florida continues to deal with a State of Emergency due to the inclement weather. However, Disney is also having the same issues and impacts. Here's what Universal guests need to know. Central Florida Faces Rare Snow and Freezing Temperatures: Universal and Disney Impacted In a surprising twist of weather, Florida is experiencing a

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  • 24 January
    A group of colorful Muppet characters, including a green frog, a blue eagle, a bear with a hat, and others from The Muppets lineup, pose together against a plain background.
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    Disney Parks Promises Future Experiences for Muppet Enthusiasts

    Changes Coming to Muppet Attractions Disney has recently announced significant changes coming to attractions featuring the beloved Muppets at Hollywood Studios. The fan-favorite Muppet Vision 3D and PizzeRizzo are set to close on June 7, marking an end to an era for many Muppet enthusiasts. This decision follows Disney's earlier announcement that a new Monsters, Inc. Land would be replacing these

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  • 24 January
    Entrance to Downtown Disney at Disneyland.
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    Grateful Disney Guest Shares Emotional Tale of Life-Saving Miracle

    During a recent visit to Disneyland Resort, an ordinary day turned extraordinary in the most harrowing way when a guest’s husband suffered a heart attack while at Downtown Disney. This incident unfolded rapidly, leaving the guest in a state of shock. However, what followed was a remarkable demonstration of the effectiveness of emergency response teams, including Disney cast members who played a pi

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  • 24 January
    Walt Disney (R) and Fantasia Mickey (L)
    Priyanka Kumar
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    Was Walt Disney’s Body Frozen? Here’s the Truth

    For years now, a strange urban legend that Walt Disney was cryonically frozen has been circulating, but is it true? This rumor resurfaces every few years, and we at Disney Fanatic are here to parse out how it started and what the reality is. Was Walt Disney Secretly Cryonically Preserved After His Death? Walt Disney died on December 15, 1966; he had reportedly been a heavy smoker since World War I

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  • 24 January
    A group of Muppet characters with Jim Henson for Muppet*Vision 3D
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    Muppet*Vision 3D Closing This Summer as Disney Makes Way for New Land

    Since its debut in 1991, MuppetVision 3D has captured the hearts of audiences with its unique blend of live-action, animation, and innovative 3D storytelling. Utilizing the talents of Jim Henson, the attraction brought to life iconic characters such as Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, and Fozzie Bear. With its witty jokes and charming antics, MuppetVision 3D has successfully entertained millions of gu

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  • 24 January
    Mickey Mouse stands in front of a colorful building at Tokyo Disneyland
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    Officials Respond to Emergency Surge at Disney Resort With Major Upgrade

    Disney parks are built to transport visitors into a world of wonder, but even the most magical destinations are not immune to real-world concerns. Over the years, Disney parks worldwide have dealt with various emergencies that temporarily disrupted operations. Medical emergencies are particularly common, with guests experiencing sudden illnesses or injuries while navigating attractions. Surge in E

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  • 24 January
    A promotional graphic for a daily jigsaw puzzle features a partially assembled puzzle with an image of Disneyland's Monorail Peach interior. Text reads: "Daily Jigsaw Puzzle" and "Disney's Monorail Peach," alongside the FivePuzzles logo.
    Daniel Hudacko
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    Disney Jigsaw Puzzle: Disney’s Monorail Peach

    All aboard the highway in the sky! This Disney jigsaw puzzle features Walt Disney World's Monorail, with an empty seat on Monorail Peach. Quick Tip: Do you want to make the puzzle easier or more challenging? Select the grid option to adjust the number of pieces before pressing “OK” to start the puzzle. Jigsaw Puzzle Experience More Disney-Themed Puzzles Tiana and Naveen Photo Spot Be Our Guest Res

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