Here we go again—Disney World is at the center of yet another online culture clash, and this time, the battle lines are drawn between tourists and locals.
A tweet from theme park personality Jake Coasters stirred the pot this week. Responding to a meme mocking Florida residents who use their annual passes to pop in and out of the parks like it’s their neighborhood coffee shop, Jake simply wrote, “I feel attacked.” It was meant as a joke—but if you’ve been on Disney Twitter lately, you know there’s no such thing as a harmless meme anymore.
I feel attacked pic.twitter.com/abOqLnc4e1
— Jake Coasters (@jake_coasters) June 25, 2025
Why Are People Mad at Locals?
Here’s the gripe: some tourists say locals clog up the parks without spending as much, grab all the limited-time merchandise, and treat Disney like their backyard. That might not sound like a big deal—unless you just shelled out $5,000 for a once-in-a-decade trip and can’t even get a good spot for fireworks because someone with a Florida license plate is already camped out.
Locals Fire Back
The clapback was immediate. Plenty of Orlando-area residents pointed out that they’re not only the ones keeping the parks lively during the week—they’re also the first to test new rides, spend money on limited events, and spread the word on what’s working and what’s not.
And let’s be real: Disney built the system to support local visitors. With passholder discounts, exclusive merch, and preview events, it’s obvious that the company wants them around.
Here’s the Truth: Everyone Thinks They Own Disney
This all comes down to perspective. To vacationers, Disney World is an expensive fantasy. To locals, it’s a theme park down the road. When those two mindsets collide in a crowded queue or during a fireworks viewing warzone, tempers flare.
But blaming locals for “ruining” the magic? That’s reaching. Disney World has always been for everyone. Maybe we all just need to take a breath—and remember that there’s room for both day-trippers and dream-vacationers at the most magical place on earth.
