Walt Disney World

Disney World Under Construction: 16-Project Overhaul Takes Over Parks and Hotels

Across the property, Walt Disney World is balancing major expansion plans with routine refurbishments, creating a mix of construction walls, temporary closures, and renovation projects that stretch well beyond the theme parks. Many of these updates will eventually deliver exciting new attractions, refreshed resorts, and improved experiences for guests. For now, though, they could change parts of y

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Joe Schott Officially Takes Over as Walt Disney World President

Walt Disney World has a new president as of yesterday, and he used to drive the Jungle Cruise. Not a metaphor. An actual skipper. Here is where things stand. Jeff Vahle worked his last day on July 31, closing the book on 36 years with The Walt Disney Company. He got the presidency in 2020, which is to say he was handed the reins at the absolute worst possible moment, and he dragged it through the

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Disney World Vacation Prep: 8 Bag Essentials You Should Never Leave Without

It doesn't take long for a small inconvenience to turn into a bigger problem during a day at Walt Disney World. A dead phone, an empty water bottle, or forgetting sunscreen can easily interrupt an otherwise great vacation day. That's why experienced Disney guests usually head into the parks with more than just their tickets and wallets. They know that packing a few practical essentials can make th

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Two More EPCOT Pavilions Just Got Replaced at Walt Disney World

Japan and Italy at EPCOT got new trash cans this week. America got the good ones. That is the whole controversy. Yes, we are still doing this. Look, what started as a minor curiosity back in June has turned into the single most persistent Walt Disney World story of the summer. Solar-powered bins keep replacing the old ones, and there is a new location about every week. Magic Kingdom over by Tiana'

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Too Early? Disney World Kicks off 2026 Fall Season on August 3

The heat index at Walt Disney World Resort has been consistently hitting 110 degrees — but that didn't stop the overnight crew from installing the first fall decorations of the 2026 season at Magic Kingdom Park while guests were sleeping. Pumpkins and Bunting Arrive on Main Street, U.S.A. WDWNT reported on August 3 that Walt Disney World Resort cast members had spent the night between August 2 and

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Grand Theft Reported at Disney World Hotel on August 3

A Monday afternoon grand theft call brought law enforcement to one of Walt Disney World Resort‘s Value hotels. However, the details of what was taken and from whom remain unknown. The Call That Came In at 12:22 p.m. At 12:22 p.m. on August 3, the Orange County Sheriff's Office received a 911 call reporting a grand theft incident at Disney's Art of Animation Resort. Scanner monitoring account

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Disney World Guests Without Halloween Party Tickets Miss Out on New Exclusive Popcorn Buckets

Every Halloween season, Disney fans begin asking the same question: “What are this year's popcorn buckets?” The collectibles have grown from simple snack containers into some of the most popular souvenirs sold inside the parks. Limited quantities and exclusive designs have turned them into must-have items, especially during Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. This year's lineup is e

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Violent Altercation Reported at Disney World Hotel at 1:00 a.m.

A late-night battery call brought law enforcement to one of Walt Disney World Resort‘s most popular Value Resort hotels in the early hours of Monday morning. The incident occurred while most guests at Disney's Pop Century Resort were fast asleep. The Call Logged at 1:21 a.m. At 1:21 a.m. on August 3, the Orange County Sheriff's Office received a 911 call reporting a battery incident at Disne

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It’s Official: EPCOT Restores Iconic Entrance Fountain After Weeks Without Water

Sometimes the smallest changes around Walt Disney World are the ones guests notice most. That was certainly true at EPCOT, where visitors recently found the park's entrance fountain sitting empty instead of flowing as usual. While it didn't affect attractions or park operations, the missing water changed the appearance of one of EPCOT's signature arrival scenes. Now, that familiar view has returne

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469 Police Calls at Disney World in One Month: Here’s What Happened

A day at Walt Disney World is supposed to be about attractions, entertainment, and making memories. Every day, tens of thousands of guests pass through the resort without any issues. But behind the scenes, local law enforcement stays busy responding to everything from traffic accidents to more serious incidents. A new monthly summary from local law enforcement, compiled by WDW Active Crime, shows

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