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When you think of Disney and McDonald’s, your thoughts more than likely go straight to Happy Meals. The super popular pack-in toys and box packaging for the burger giant’s iconic children’s meal-in-a-box have frequently featured Disney characters for close to four decades. But, have you ever wondered where it all began? or what else have … Read more
Update: Disney has announced that Bluey is coming to Disneyland AND Disney World! Here is a quick video we put together running through the announcement: For fans of the beloved animated series Bluey, one question that often comes up is whether they can meet Bluey and her family at Walt Disney World. When I look … Read more
Disney’s Lightning Lane Premier Pass is a premium skip-the-line option for guests visiting both Walt Disney World and Disneyland. It is designed for visitors who want the most flexible Lightning Lane option Disney offers, with one-time access to each available Lightning Lane attraction included in the pass. While Disney also offers Lightning Lane Multi Pass … Read more
With Hurricane Milton on course to pass over Orlando on Wednesday, and likely theme park closures imminent, I thought it would be interesting to revisit the few times Walt Disney World has closed over the years. It doesn’t happen often, so when it does, there is always a very good reason. Here is a recap … Read more
Walt Disney once said that the special thing about his proposed Florida project was that it was blessed with size. While this is a great attribute for building endless memorable experiences, it also means that Walt Disney World is a vast resort complex that can be tough to navigate for first timers. There are dozens … Read more
The D23 parks presentation on Saturday night was, without a doubt, a blockbuster event, fitting for the massive arena in which it was held. TONS of new worlds, rides, shows, and even cruise ships were announced, all with the assurance that they were in the works and much more tangible than some of the “blue … Read more
Disney’s D23 2023 event begins this weekend and runs through Sunday at various spots in Anaheim, California near Disneyland. Disney has gone very dark with news and updates over the past few weeks and many anticipate some massive news coming out of this year’s D23 event, so I’ve setup this post to track all of … Read more
Walt Disney World has announced the return of its popular Free Dining Plan for select dates in 2025, aiming to enhance the vacation experience for guests and provide added value during their stay. This promotion allows visitors to enjoy complimentary dining plans when booking specific vacation packages, making it an attractive offer for families and … Read more
The Disney Magical Express was a beloved aspect of the Walt Disney World Resort experience for many guests. Introduced in 2005, this complimentary bus service offered transportation for guests between the Orlando International Airport and the Disney Resort hotels. The service was more than just a shuttle; it was an extension of the Disney experience, … Read more
Nestled in the heart of Disney World, Pleasure Island emerged as a beacon of nighttime entertainment. Inaugurated on May 1, 1989, this vibrant corner of Walt Disney World Resort’s Downtown Disney area (now Disney Springs) was fashioned as an adult-oriented entertainment hub. The concept was inspired by the fictitious island in Carlo Collodi’s “Pinocchio,” where … Read more