President of Walt Disney World Announces Retirement
Two months after the Walt Disney Company announced a series of leadership appointments in the Parks & Resorts segment that included a new chair and Disneyland President, current Walt Disney World President Jeff Vahle has announced his retirement. Here’s the latest, plus our speculation about who could be promoted to the top spot at WDW. As basic background, the previous leadership shuffle on March 10th resulted in Thomas Mazloum, previously the…
My Awful Early Entry Experience at Disney’s Hollywood Studios on 10/10 Crowds Day
During an excellent Early Entry at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, you can knock out multiple E-Ticket rides in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, Toy Story Land, or beyond. This was pretty much the exact opposite of that, and this photo report recaps my rough morning, explaining what went wrong and how I should’ve pivoted to make things much better. This covers a peak season day at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, when the park had…
Airlines Stepping Up After Spirit Shutdown with New Nonstop Flights to Disney World
Following the abrupt overnight shutdown of Spirit Airlines last weekend, other low-cost carriers are scrambling to fill the void. Southwest,…
Our Favorite Week of 2026 at Disneyland
There’s a 4-month stretch encompassing Halloween, Christmas, and Lunar New Year that we love at Disneyland and Disney California Adventure….
Disney’s Polynesian Village vs. Beach Club Resort
This Walt Disney World showdown compares the best of the best: Beach Club and Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. The ultimate…
Here’s Why You Need 2 Days at Epic Universe
Epic Universe is not a 2-day park for the average tourist. Despite claims to the contrary by diehard Universal Orlando…
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Yachtsman Steakhouse Closing Date Confirmed & Crew’s Cup Lounge Reopening Soon at Disney World
Walt Disney World has finally confirmed a reopening date for Crew’s Cup Lounge, which comes back online right as the…
Why the Limited-Time Soarin’ Across America Will Have a Delayed Departure from EPCOT
Walt Disney World is almost ready for takeoff of Soarin’ Across America at EPCOT, which starts previews in a week…
Disney Releases Ticket Sales Start Dates for 2026 Oogie Boogie Bash Halloween Party!
Disney has announced the start dates of ticket sales for the 2026 Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party,…
Disney World’s Newest Viral Dessert Lives Up to Hype.
In today’s installment of “old man Bricker yells at cloud,” I’ve become dubious of Walt Disney World food ‘trends’ that…
Disney World Quietly Ends Magic Kingdom “Let the Magic Begin” Welcome Show.
Since early 2026, Walt Disney World has modified two Magic Kingdom shows, eliminating or adjusting showtimes during the Cinderella Castle…
Disney World Confirms Summer Opening for Six Ravens
Walt Disney World has shared everything new coming to Disney Springs in Summer 2026, including exciting new eats, entertainment, experiences,…
Level99 Announces Summer Opening at Disney World!
Walt Disney World’s newest interactive experience, Level99, has announced that it’ll open its doors in Summer 2026! The replacement for…
Universal Orlando Announces Closures & Changes to Jurassic Park, Horror Show, Fan-Favorite Mythos & More
Universal Orlando has announced several closures and changes coming soon at Islands of Adventure, Universal Studios Florida, and CityWalk. This…
2026 Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party Guide
Our guide to the 2026 Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party offers tips & info for Magic Kingdom’s fall special…
2026 Disney World Refurbishment Calendar
This Walt Disney World ride refurbishment calendar lists the closure schedule for 2026 at Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Hollywood Studios &…
2026 Disneyland Refurbishment Calendar
This Disney California Adventure and Disneyland ride refurbishment calendar for 2026 lists temporary attraction closures so you know what won’t…
Disney Finally Sets 2027 Start for Autopia Modernization
Disney has confirmed that Autopia, the opening day attraction that fulfills the wish of small children to drive cars, will…
D23 Expo Goes Global Again in 2027
The Walt Disney Company announced that the 2027 D23 Asia: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event will be held in Singapore,…
40% Off Fan-Favorite Disney World Dining & Freebies for DVC Welcome Home Weeks in Summer 2026!
Welcome Home Weeks are returning to Walt Disney World for Summer and Halloween 2026, offering big 40% off restaurant discounts,…
Discount On-Site Disney World Rooms Start at $92 for Summer 2026 in Disney Springs Resort Hotels
Summer is the season of deep discounts at Walt Disney World, so if you’re traveling between now and September 2026,…
Disney Park Attendance & Hotel Occupancy Down, But Higher Guest Spending Drives Revenue Record
During its first-ever earnings call under new CEO Josh D’Amaro, the Walt Disney Company reported its second quarter fiscal 2026…