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When Is Disney World’s New Encanto Ride Opening in Animal Kingdom?

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Disney World is working on building its own Casita from Encanto, and we’re counting down the days until you get to step inside this world.

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Big changes are officially underway at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and one of the most exciting additions on the horizon is an all-new Encanto-themed attraction. As Disney prepares to say a final goodbye to DinoLand U.S.A. and welcome a brand-new land called Pueblo Esperanza, fans are eager to know exactly when they’ll be able to step inside the magical world of the Madrigal family. Here’s what we know so far about the attraction so far and when you can ride it.

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3 Things We’re BEGGING Disney To Bring to the Grand Floridian Tea Room

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A beloved Disney hotel offering is returning soon, and we’re hoping to see some notable changes!

Tea time at the Grand Flo!

The Garden View Tea Room at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort is set to reopen sometime in early 2026 after over five years of being closed, and we can’t wait to go back! With that said, a lot’s changed since life pre-pandemic, and the tea room should look a little different. With that in mind, there are some changes we’d like to see when it’s back open!

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The 7 Disney Items Thousands of Our Readers Bought in 2025

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It’s part of our job to look at tons of the Disney “essentials” marketed online, and tell you if they’re actually going to make your lives better.

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The answer sometimes is a resounding NO, and we have no problem telling you that (because we don’t want you wasting your money!), but every now and then we come across an item that genuinely we couldn’t imagine doing our trips without. We’ve shared a lot of those items with you throughout the year, and these are the seven that literally thousands of you bought this year!

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7 Disney Items That’ll Change How You Start Off 2026

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2026 is nearly here, and if you’re anything like us, you’re planning to start off this new year in a GREAT way.

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Maybe you’ve got some goals you’re really hoping to accomplish, or you’re working towards a Disney trip or runDisney race. Regardless of what your goals are this year, there are some truly awesome Disney finds online to help you start things off on the right foot (unless your goal is to spend less money…then this might cause a bit of a problem)!

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Don’t Go to Disney World in January If You Want to Ride Big Thunder Mountain Railroad

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If you are a MASSIVE Big Thunder Mountain Railroad fan, January is NOT the month for you…

Big Thunder Mountain Railroad

There are tons of reasons to visit Magic Kingdom in January 2026. From experiencing Extended Evening Hours to tons of world-class rides, there’s a lot drawing us to “The Most Magical Place On Earth”. With that said, if the Big Thunder Mountain Railroad thrill ride is your raison d’être, January is going to be ROUGH.

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7 Best Disney Items Under $10 You Can Get Delivered to You in 2 Days

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I LOVE Disney souvenirs, but the prices for them can be pretty hefty. I like to find the best deals where I can still be the Disney Adult I am without breaking the bank.

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We found seven items, all under $10, that you can also get in two days. Yay for Amazon Prime shipping!

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Your Kids Can Eat FREE in Disney World in 2026 — Here’s How!

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Free? Did we hear the word free? Believe it or not, it IS possible to get certain things in Disney World for free, but you’ve gotta know how.

The character waffle meal!

And no, we don’t mean by complaining to Cast Members and getting things for free, that’s not how we roll. Dining in Disney World is sometimes one of the most expensive parts of a trip, so if you know you’ll be traveling with kids, it’ll be a BIG DEAL when we tell you that there’s a way your kiddos can eat for FREE in Disney World in 2026!

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The WEIRD Truth About Crowds in Disney World on New Year’s Day

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Happy 2026! Can you believe we’re already here? We feel like 2025 just began!

Happy New Year from Disney World!

The holiday season is one of Disney World’s most popular times of year, beginning with holiday offerings like Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party and Jollywood Nights, as well as all the seasonal treats and events that you can experience, but New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day are also incredibly popular. Who doesn’t want to spend the first day of the new year in Disney World? We stopped into Magic Kingdom to see just how many people had the same idea, and let’s just say, we weren’t expecting this.

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4 Perks Disney Fans Get at Target

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Who doesn’t love saving money on Disney? One of my favorite ways to do this is by shopping at Target!

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If you love Disney, there’s a very good chance you’ve wandered into Target “just to look” and walked out with a cart full of Mickey merchandise. Target has become one of the best places for Disney fans to score everything from toys and clothes to trip essentials, and often for less than you’d pay elsewhere. And if you’re planning a Disney trip (or just love Disney year-round), there are some serious perks you’ll want to take advantage of at Target.

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4 New Things Disney World’s Cheapest Hotels Desperately Need

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Disney World value resorts are still some of the most popular places to stay on property.

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They’re affordable by Disney standards, they keep you inside the Disney bubble, and they work especially well for families who plan to spend most of their time in the parks. That said, prices have gone up, expectations have changed, and some longtime perks never came back. Here are four things we think Disney World’s cheapest hotels desperately need moving forward.

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