News & Rumors Archive
More characters are debuting and returning to Walt Disney World! This post covers dates, details, and everything you need to know about the friends from Encanto, Star Wars, and other movies that’ll soon begin appearing at Magic Kingdom, Hollywood Studios, Fort Wilderness, and beyond. Prior to the start of summer, traditional character meet & greets with hugs,
We’re almost “Halfway to the Holidays.” Walt Disney World and Disneyland will be celebrating Christmas in July (or late June, I guess?) with another week of announcements. This post covers what to expect, plus our predictions about what’ll be announced–Very Merriest After Hours v. Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, pricing, entertainment, etc. This is the
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 June 19, 2022.) While no one wants attraction downtime during their trip to Walt Disney World, refurbishments are necessary to keep the
Walt Disney World has added more hours to the calendar through the early fall off-season at Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Hollywood Studios & Animal Kingdom, and extended hours prior in July 2022. This post covers the changes plus a look at the park reservation calendar and more. Let’s start with the updated calendar. All four theme
Walt Disney World has announced some relatively major menu updates coming to the parks & resorts. This post covers details and thoughts about the new food–everywhere from a buffet returning at Disney’s Hollywood Studios to brunch at Old Key West Resort, and many changes at parks & resorts in between. Before we get into the
TRON Lightcycle Run is a new roller coaster under construction by Space Mountain in Magic Kingdom’s Tomorrowland at Walt Disney World. This covers everything you need to know: likely opening date, progress photos, video of ride vehicle testing, concept art, and answers to common questions. (Updated June 15, 2022.) To bring you up to speed,
“When will Fantasmic return?” is a question Walt Disney World vacation planners and fans have been asking for over a year. There’s been a ton of speculation and rumors about the nighttime spectacular coming back to Disney’s Hollywood Studios to help with crowds. (Updated June 14, 2022.) In fact, there was a point early last
Disneyland has announced dates, details, and prices for Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party, which will be held starting in early September and running through October 31, 2022. This post shares details of the announcement, what’s missing, and what else to expect. While Disneyland hasn’t released full details, we now have a pretty
Hotel refurbishments, resort construction, and character-inspired makeovers continue at Walt Disney World in 2022 & 2023. This resource provides info on room renovations, what to avoid, where to book, and what to expect in terms of hotel work at Walt Disney World. (Updated June 12, 2022.) Even with the 50th Anniversary now underway, Walt Disney
New rides, restaurants, entertainment, and more is coming to Walt Disney World in 2022. Here’s what’s next during the 50th Anniversary celebration–construction info, expansion plans, and opening dates so you know what to expect when planning your WDW vacation. (Updated June 10, 2022.) There’s a good amount still coming for the World’s Most Magical Celebration,
Walt Disney World has announced the reopening of Victoria & Albert’s at Grand Floridian in July 2022, plus a look at the reimagined restaurant. This post covers opening date & details, Advance Dining Reservation info, and commentary about the value proposition of V&A’s in light of the astronomical price increase. (Updated June 11, 2022.) This
