Walt Disney World has released a new discounted ticket for Floridians for Spring to Fall 2024, with deals on 3-4 day tickets for locals. This shares info & details about the limited-time offer, commentary about this Floridian special offer, what it could mean for summer crowd dynamics, and historical comparisons. This is one of several
DisneylandForward took a crucial step towards becoming reality, with the City of Anaheim Planning Commission approving the proposal by a 5-1 vote after almost three years of reviews and analysis. This covers highlights of the meeting and what Disney has promised as part of its 10-year plan that will bring new theme park, retail, and
Pixar Place Hotel offers on-site accommodations at Disneyland Resort themed after Cars, Toy Story, Finding Nemo and more movies by the animation studio. The resort overlooks and is within walking distance of Disney California Adventure. This review features room photos; info about pools, restaurants & amenities; pros & cons of staying here; and how it compares to
Disney has announced more upgrades to the Advance Dining Reservations systems at both Walt Disney World and Disneyland, which will simplify and improve the search for restaurant availability. Here we’ll share the news and offer commentary about these updates, and the potential impact on ADR availability. (Updated March 11, 2024.) This is actually the third
Walt Disney World has announced the ‘Play Pavilion’ will replace Wonders of Life at EPCOT. This post shares basic info, concept art, construction progress (or lack thereof), and commentary about this news related to the overhaul of the former Future World. (Updated March 11, 2024.) This new pavilion will replace the defunct Wonders of Life,
After Hours at Disney’s Hollywood Studios is a hard ticket event with limited attendance and short wait times for Walt Disney World’s most popular attractions. This post shares our experience, info about the event, 2024 dates & details, tips & tricks, and whether it’s worth the money. (Updated March 11, 2024.) After Hours at Disney’s
Walt Disney World has extended hours at Magic Kingdom, Hollywood Studios & Animal Kingdom for the peak of Spring Break season through Easter week in late March 2024. This covers the additions plus zig when they zag strategy for the parks and everything else you should know. We’ll start with the latest release of new
Barbara Bouza, the President of Walt Disney Imagineering, has announced that she’s leaving the company. This post shares the news of her departure and offers commentary about what this could mean for the future of Walt Disney World, Disneyland, and beyond. Bouza joined The Walt Disney Company in Summer 2020, a few months into the
It’s time for an on-the-ground report on winter and early spring crowds at Disneyland. We’ll take a look at January through March 2024 wait times, how busy the parks are right now, and the notion that “revenge travel” is (supposedly) burning out. Plus, predictions for Spring Break season at Disney California Adventure and Disneyland. Let’s
You can successfully “guess” which on-site Walt Disney World resorts are discounted via Priceline Express Deals and Hotwire Hot Rates with these tips to score a great deal. This covers how to save money on Orlando, Florida hotels with hacks & matching tricks. (Updated March 8, 2024.) Priceline Express Deals and Hotwire Hot Rates are
Walt Disney World has announced a pool closure of Stormalong Bay at Yacht & Beach Club Resorts in 2025. This covers dates & details, plus other info about ongoing & upcoming construction work around Crescent Lake, recommendations for those planning vacations during this timeframe, and more. (Updated March 8, 2024.) Let’s start with the big news,