Tom Bricker Archive
Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind is now open at EPCOT, and debuting with it for the first time is the Treasures of Xandar gift shop outside the attraction’s exit. This post features photos inside and a look at merchandise available to purchase for Walt Disney World’s new Marvel thrill ride. Before we get started,
Looking for the best burgers at Walt Disney World? This list shares our favorite all-beef patties in the theme parks, resort hotels, and at Disney Springs. There are even a couple plant-based Impossible and Beyond Burger options for vegetarians! (Updated May 27, 2022.) Burgers are my passion and my calling (or so I’d like to
Individual Lightning Lanes are pay-per-ride access at Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Hollywood, and Animal Kingdom. Guests can buy line-skipping privileges at the most popular attractions in each park. This guide covers pricing, when attractions are selling out and how to book ILLs. Plus, the best ones to buy–and why we don’t recommend purchasing the others. (Updated
The hot new attraction at Walt Disney World is Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind in EPCOT. It’s also the most difficult due to no standby line. In this ride guide, we’ll answer questions about the virtual queue, boarding groups, and FAQ about the Marvel blockbuster. (Updated May 27, 2022.) A comprehensive ‘how to’ guide
Hong Kong Disneyland is getting a new nighttime spectacular! To go along with the Castle of Magical Dreams, which replaced Sleeping Beauty Castle, the new “Momentous” fireworks will debut in June 2022. This post shares photos, video, and commentary about the new evening entertainment. For starters, it’s been a while since we’ve had major good
Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue is returning to Walt Disney World this summer! The dinner show will soon be back at Pioneer Hall, and ahead of that, Advance Dining Reservations have been released along with more information about the changes to the beloved family-friendly entertainment. Let’s start with the changes, which Walt Disney World released in an
“When will Walt Disney World Annual Pass sales resume?” is a common reader questions as of Summer 2022…yet again. Many WDW fans are itching to buy passes, especially new Floridians or those who planned on waiting to buy. We’ll share the company’s official position and speculate as to when APs might return. (Updated May 25,
Our rankings of all Deluxe Resorts at Walt Disney World, the highest tier of hotels there, take into account theme, value for money, amenities, location, pools, and more. These luxury accommodations have a lot to offer, and can be great for a splurge. They’re all easy to love…if you don’t get sticker shock first! (Updated
This Walt Disney World ride refurbishment calendar lists the closure schedule for 2022 at Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Hollywood Studios & Animal Kingdom. Attractions close for routine maintenance, safety upgrades, improvements, and reimaginings. (Updated May 25, 2022.) While no one wants attraction downtime during their trip to Walt Disney World, refurbishments are necessary to keep the
It’s time to head over to Animal Kingdom for updated late arrival strategy. In this Walt Disney World photo report, we’ll look at crowds, posted v. actual wait times, strategy for Avatar Flight of Passage, and share our step-by-step afternoon and early evening at Animal Kingdom. Before we get started, I want to explain the
Disney has shared new details & info about Avengers Campus, including an official opening date for the Marvel land at the Walt Disney Studios Park in Disneyland Paris, how it compares and contrasts with its counterpart in California, and brief commentary about our anticipation for this addition. Avengers Campus will showcase live-action stunts, encounters with
