New Animal Kingdom Park Opening Process Changes Early Entry Checkpoints
Within the last year-plus, Walt Disney World changed the opening procedures at EPCOT, Magic Kingdom, and Hollywood Studios. This was either accomplished by moving the Early Entry checkpoints deeper into the park or eliminating secondary hold locations. Animal Kingdom was the last holdout using the “old” system, but that has now changed as of mid-2026. As basic background, we enjoy Early Entry in general, including at Animal Kingdom. In part, because…
Is Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party Still Worth It in 2026?
The 2026 Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party at Magic Kingdom is more expensive than ever before, with tickets costing up to $229 each and most dates sold out. We’re here to help you decide whether Walt Disney World’s fall seasonal event is “worth it,” via comparisons and commentary covering MNSSHP’s value proposition. One of the difficulties in assessing whether Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party justifies the high price is…
Temple Takes Shape for Indiana Jones & Myth of Jade Serpent at Animal Kingdom Ahead of Likely 2027 Debut
Facades are rising fast on the Encanto and Indiana Jones Adventure attractions in Animal Kingdom! We have our first major…
Coral Reef Restaurant Reopening Before 2026 EPCOT Festival of Holidays
Walt Disney World has quietly added a reopening date for Coral Reef Restaurant in early November 2026, ahead of Veterans…
Value Resort Rankings at Disney World
Which Walt Disney World Value Resorts are best & worst? This list ranks Art of Animation, Pop Century, plus All…
Why It’s Time to Bring Back the Disney Store for Real.
Few things excited me as a kid like my family’s pilgrimages to the mall. We’d pile into my grandparents’ Bronco,…
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Why Labor Day Weekend Will Be Dead at Disney World
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Port Orleans Resort Relocating Beignets During Multi-Month Scat Cat’s Club Closures
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Slinky Dog Dash Reopens Again After 4-Day Unplanned Ride Closure (Minus 30 Minutes)
After being closed for over four days (minus 30 minutes of Early Entry uptime), Slinky Dog Dash has reopened from…
Universal Launches 4 New Ticket Deals with Epic Universe Starting at $85/Day in 2026 & 2027
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Review: Are ‘Halloween on the High Seas’ Disney Cruise Line Sailings Worth It?
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New DVC Rule Bans Controversial “Reservation Walking”
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Disney World Adds Dozens of New Dishes in Fall 2026: Whimsical Waffles, Churro Concoctions & More
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Planet Coaster Team Announces Disney Game, Disneyland Park Tycoon Creator Likely
Ever since I’ve been active in the community, Walt Disney World and Disneyland fans have dreamed of playing a Disney…
Disney Reveals Reopening Date for Grand Floridian Cafe After Multi-Month Closure
Walt Disney World has revealed the reopening date for Grand Floridian Cafe, the fan-favorite table service restaurant that is currently…
Slinky Dog Dash Reopens at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
After three and a half days of downtime, Slinky Dog Dash sprung back to life and reopened from its unscheduled…
Disney World Tests Star Wars Fireworks Launch Site at Hollywood Studios After 6 Year Absence
A long time ago in a park pre-Galaxy’s Edge, Walt Disney World created a new, purpose-built fireworks launch site for…
Dates Set for Disney’s Art of Animation Resort First Major Year-Plus Room Refurbishment in 2027 & 2028
Walt Disney World has announced dates and details for the first-ever Art of Animation Resort hard goods refurbishment, with the…
Universal Nights at Epic Universe Party Dates Added in Late 2026
Universal Orlando has extended its exclusive after hours, limited-capacity hard ticket event at Epic Universe debuting next month, adding more…
Slinky Dog Dash’s Third Day of Downtime Reinforces Why It’s a Risky Ride at Rope Drop (UPDATE)
The dreaded delayed opening. A phrase as ugly as cellar door is beautiful. These three words that send a shudder…
Opening Day Animal Actors on Location Show Closing for Good at Universal Studios Florida After 36 Years
Universal Orlando has announced the permanent closing of Animal Actors on Location, an opening day stage show that debuted in…