Tom Bricker Archive
Another massive round of Cast Member layoffs hit entertainment at Walt Disney World, including performers and supporting Cast Members at many highly popular shows in the parks & resorts. In this post, we’ll cover details and offer commentary. These entertainment cuts are part of the 28,000 layoffs announced for Walt Disney World and Disneyland last
We’re back for another Walt Disney World news round-up! This one begins with new concept art for another royal makeover ahead of the 50th Anniversary, more on Everglazed Donuts, changes to the Morocco pavilion at EPCOT, Halloween at Fort Wilderness, Christmas merchandise, and more. Growing up, every vacation my family took to Walt Disney World
There have been some interesting Disney Vacation Club developments, so we thought we’d cover the latest news from Walt Disney World and beyond in this DVC update. We’ll focus on the most recent restriction, its ramifications, future availability, and whether we think now is a good time to buy–or if you should wait. The main
It’s time for another visit to Disney’s Hollywood Studios! In this Walt Disney World photo report, we’ll look at late October crowds, lengthy lines & posted wait times, and our attempt at Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance’s boarding pass drop. We’ll also offer commentary on whether you should skip DHS entirely or just strategize,
If you’re visiting Walt Disney World for Thanksgiving 2020 and are looking for last-minute restaurant ideas, avoiding holiday crowds, etc., we’ve got you covered. Here we answer frequently asked questions, info, and tips for avoiding Thanksgiving week crowds. (Updated October 27, 2020.) For starters, if you just want general info about the month, from weather
Our guide to November 2020 at Walt Disney World features a free crowd calendar, tips for when to visit & avoid, weather, new attraction openings & closures, Thanksgiving & Christmas info, and more. We also cover what’s happening at Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom, and Hollywood Studios. (Updated October 26, 2020.) A lot has been cancelled,
It’s been over a month since our last Disney Springs crowd report, so we figured it was time to drop in with another update from Walt Disney World’s shopping, dining, and entertainment district. In this, we’ll condense photos & commentary from a few visits to give you an idea of what to expect if you
During Walt Disney World’s phased reopening, not all transportation will run as normal. This info post covers monorails, boats, buses, and the Skyliner gondola operations. We also provide tips for efficient transit between the resort hotels and theme parks, including what we recommend using and avoiding. (Updated October 25, 2020.) Before even arriving at Walt
Walt Disney World has added new hours through January 9, 2021 for Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom, EPCOT, and Hollywood Studios, while also extending hours for peak holiday season dates in December 2020. In this post, we’ll share the new calendar dates, extended hours for Christmas week, plus commentary on best & worst days of the
Another update in the Disneyland Resort reopening roller coaster, as Disney California Adventure will be partially reopening for Christmas shopping & dining along Buena Vista Street. This post covers dates, details, and what this could mean for future plans. We aren’t going to recap the entirety of the “Disney v. California” closure/reopening saga. The most
It’s been an eventful week (to put it mildly) in the ongoing reopening saga of Disneyland and Disney California Adventure. This post will bring you up to speed on the fallout from California’s stringent theme park reopening rules, responses from Anaheim leaders and businesses, and where Disney, Universal, Cedar Fair, and other operators will likely
