Disney Springs

Disney Announces All-New Outdoor Lounge Opening This Summer

Although Disney Parks are the main attraction for character meet-and-greets, thrill rides, and food, a unique space outside of the action is almost as revered by Disney Guests. On January 12, 2001, an expansion of Disneyland Park opened to the public, but Guests didn’t need tickets to get in. The official hub for retail, dining, and Disney magic outside of the Parks, the Downtown Disney District h

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Man Accused of Molesting Children in Disney Springs

When people think of Walt Disney World Resort, many people think of the four theme parks — Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Animal Kingdom, and Hollywood Studios — and two water parks — Blizzard Beach and Typhoon Lagoon. However, there is another large area of Walt Disney World Resort that has incredible dining, shopping, and entertainment. That area is Disney Springs — home to more t

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The Winds Have Changed: Tropical Storm Likely to Hit Florida

Wind's in the east. Mist comin' in. Like something is brewin', about to begin. Okay, so technically, this time, the wind is coming in from the West. But with hurricane season officially beginning in Florida, anything is possible. Summer is the busiest time of the year at Walt Disney World Resort. However, it is also the time of year when rain is almost guaranteed nearly every day. Hurricane season

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Walt Disney World Sees More Signs of Pride Month Celebration

One of Disney’s biggest draws is its inclusivity. Whether with Disney Parks, Disney movies, or Disney merchandise, the Mouse House has made a notable effort to have a more diverse cast and diverse representation of people and identities in its properties. In the Disney Parks, we’ve seen this with their celebrations of different cultures and celebrations, and one of the most talked-about Disney cel

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The Top 10 Quick Service Restaurants at Disney 

Disney Guests have become the most strategic theme Park goers on the map. With Disney's competitive dining reservation system, all eyes need to be on the My Disney Experience Mobile App to snag a seat at some of the most popular Table Service restaurants like Space 220 or California Grill. Whether a reservation fell through, isn't available, or you prefer to power-walk your way through lunchtime t

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Disney After Dark: The Top 2 Late-Night Spots for “Disney Adults”

Dominating pop culture, movies, and series, Disney may dream up cute characters—but the Parks are for the adults. Since the New York World's Fair in 1964, Disney has been delivering magic to generations of kids who have evolved into “Disney Adults.” While social media has coined the term that has since become controversial, any adult on Disney property—with or without little ones—is th

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Disney Celebrates Ariel Replacement With Mermaid-Themed Bonuses For Guests

Now that the Little Mermaid live-action film has officially made its debut in theaters and Disney Parks have already started featuring Halle Bailey lookalikes in their Character Meet and Greets (instead of the traditional version of the Disney princess), Disney eateries have immediately begun offering some special mermaid bonuses! According to the Disney Parks Blog, limited-time exclusive mermaid-

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Is It Worth It? 3 Reasons to Travel to Disney World as a Californian

A tale as old as time, the ongoing debate between Walt Disney World (Orlando, Florida) and Disneyland (Anaheim, California) is harder to settle when you live within earshot of either. Disneyland made its mark on the U.S. as the first Disney Park in 1955. Less than an hour's drive from Los Angeles (depending on the traffic), Disneyland quickly became a staple for Southern California families and be

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Man Arrested After Going on Stealing Spree in Disney Springs

Since 1975, Guests visiting Walt Disney World Resort have been able to head outside the Parks and enjoy shopping and dining in the area now known as Disney Springs. The area was first called The Lake Buena Vista Shopping Village. It was immediately popular, and Disney continued expanding and developing the area. In 1995, it officially became known as Downtown Disney, and it remained that way for n

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