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Magic Kingdom is the best park for buying Genie+ at Walt Disney World, something that’s true even during Summer 2022. For this Lightning Lane report, I tested my strategy on a fully-booked day over the Fourth of July holiday weekend to see how much time I could save skipping standby lines with paid FastPass. This
Looking for the best deals & discounts for Walt Disney World between now and Fall 2022? This post offers money-saving info and details on special offers for the general public, Florida residents, Annual Passholders, Disney+ subscribers, Visa cardholders, and other groups. (Updated July 7, 2022.) Let’s start with a quick rundown of what’s not available, as we
Walt Disney World has announced more character breakfasts, lunches, and dinners are returning to table service restaurants that have already reopened in Magic Kingdom, plus Polynesian Village and Beach Club Resorts. This post will share dates, details, and what’s up with the slow pace of these character dining experiences returning to normal. To quickly recap
Fourth of July is now in the rearview mirror, and the holiday weekend was surprisingly pleasant at Walt Disney World. This wait times report covers ride & daily data for last month and the start of July 2022 at Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Hollywood Studios, and Animal Kingdom, while also offering a look forward at what to
The Walt Disney Company has extended CEO Bob Chapek’s contract for three more years, the board of directors announced. The vote was unanimous and occurred during a meeting at Walt Disney World ahead of the Disney Wish debut. (Updated July 6, 2022 with contract and compensation details.) “Disney was dealt a tough hand by the
With TRON Lightcycle Run racing towards completion and (hopefully) opening this holiday season at Walt Disney World, work continues to modernize Magic Kingdom’s Tomorrowland. This trend continues with updates to two of our favorites–Carousel of Progress and the PeopleMover. This comes as Tomorrowland has received a slew of placemaking updates in the last few years,
Our guide to discount Disney World tickets offers money-saving info, pros & cons of Park Hoppers, tips for the best deals on tickets for now through December 31, 2023 at Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Hollywood Studios & Animal Kingdom. Plus, price increase predictions, which is likely to happen this winter. (Updated July 6, 2022.) If you’re
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is Magic Kingdom’s holiday special event in November & December at Walt Disney World. This info guide offers tips, strategy, photos, likely 2022 dates, ticket prices, and our review based upon attending MVMCP annually for 10+ years. (Updated July 6, 2022.) In terms of basics, Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party
This list of open & closed restaurants at Walt Disney World covers what’s operating in Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom, Epcot, Hollywood Studios, and resort hotels. We update this regularly, with info on what’s coming in Fall 2022, newly reopened, and more. (Updated July 6, 2022.) The good news is that the vast majority of noteworthy
Our ultimate guide to the 2022 Epcot Food & Wine Festival provides event dates, tips & info, booth lineup, snack & dessert reviews, entertainment details, things to do for kids, and everything else you need to know about Walt Disney World’s foodie event. (Updated July 5, 2022.) The 2022 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival
This 2022 Disney California Adventure and Disneyland ride refurbishment calendar lists temporary attraction closures so you know what won’t be operating before planning your vacation. Additionally, we offer info about reimagining projects that are underway to enhance experiences around the resort. (Updated July 6, 2022.) While no one wants attraction closures during their visit, they
