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Don’t Forget! 2 NEW Closures Begin in Disney World This Week

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It’s been a big week in Disney World for rides, restaurants, and everything in between, and we’re here to keep you updated on it all!

Big Thunder Mountain Railroad in Magic Kingdom

A Magic Kingdom ride officially reopened this past week, and we got the official reopening date for another! As if that wasn’t enough, we also got a big update about a long-closed spot in EPCOT, and, while it’s not as joyous, we also know about another pool closure coming to a popular hotel. Sounds like a lot? Don’t worry, we’ll keep it simple — here are all the closures you need to know about this upcoming week, along with all the most recent updates we have for each one!

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Something HUGE Just Changed at EPCOT…and It Might Make You A Little Sad

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Okay, we’re going to admit that we’ve got some Disney World news that might just make you cry.

We see a manatee; we fall in love

So, one of our favorite things to do in EPCOT is visit The Living Seas with Nemo and Friends and head on over to the aquarium, where you can see all kinds of sea life, including turtles, seahorses, stingrays, and more. Well, one of our favorite creatures to see is the manatees, and y’all…we fell in LOVE with a manatee named Mermaid that we first saw in March. Well, we have a huge update to share about her!

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Disney Springs Is Getting an Exclusive Drink This Month, and We’re Here for It!

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Happy Earth Month!

Disney Springs!

Every year, Disney World seems to have some sort of thing going on to celebrate Earth Month. This year, that celebration is happening at Disney Springs! Multiple restaurants across Disney Springs will be offering a limited-time Earth Day cocktail, and we have the information you need to know.

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If I’m Being Honest, These Disney World Wait Times SCARED ME

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Every week, we report the average Disney World wait times in every park so that you can be prepared for your next trip to Orlando!

EPCOT

Disney World wait times have a reputation for being, well, unpredictable. Sure, we can look at past data to get an estimate of the crowd levels in Disney World, but you never know what may happen from year to year. 

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I’m a Disney Cast Member. Here Are 5 Things I Wish You Knew Before Going to Disney World.

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While Disney World is best known for world-class attractions, food, and hotels, the heart and soul of the resort has always been — and will always be — its Cast Members. They make the magic after all.

Cast Members

According to the Cast Members on our team, there are multiple things the former CMs on our team wish guests would know BEFORE their next trip to the “Most Magical Place on Earth.

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We Tried a Build-Your-Own Gin Tonic at Disney World, and Honestly? We’re Obsessed.

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There are some Disney World lounges you visit because they’re convenient, and then there are the ones you visit because they make you feel like you’ve accidentally wandered into the much cooler, much better-dressed version of your vacation.

Barcelona Lounge

Barcelona Lounge is the second one.

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DFB Video: Latest Disney News: Big Thunder Mountain Opening SOON, Buzz Lightyear Now Officially Open & MORE!

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We finally have an opening date for Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, Buzz Lightyear is officially BACK and blasting off in Magic Kingdom, EPCOT just rolled out brand‑new festival eats, and we may have uncovered the best chicken tenders in all of Disney World — yes, we’re ready to defend that claim.

New eats!

All of the latest Disney and theme park news is coming up right now on DFB Guide.

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Why May 3rd Is a BIG Day at Magic Kingdom — And Why You’ll Want To Be There

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We made our park reservations for Magic Kingdom on May 3rd, and you might want to do the same!

Magic Kingdom

Buzz Lightyear Space Ranger Spin just reopened recently, and now we’re getting ready for another BIG reopening after a very…VERY long refurbishment. Magic Kingdom is going to be looking like itself again once May 3rd hits, and we seriously can’t wait!

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Like It Or Not, This Popular EPCOT Ride Is Changing Next Month

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A major EPCOT attraction is about to look very different, and the timeline is officially locked in.

Soarin’ Around the World

Disney has confirmed key dates for a transformation that will temporarily close Soarin’ and bring back a familiar version with a patriotic twist. If you’ve got a Disney World trip planned soon, this update could seriously impact your plans, so here’s everything you need to know.

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We’re In Our Feelings About This Special Cast Member Celebration In Disney World

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Today, April 10th, is a VERY special day, especially if you happen to have a brother or sister.

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That’s because it’s National Siblings Day, a day set aside to honor the special bonds that siblings share. The holiday was founded in 1995 by Claudia Evart, who was inspired to honor her siblings after losing her brother. Now, 34 years later, Disney is honoring siblings by spotlighting three sisters who all work at Disney World as Cast Members.

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