food IS a theme park
Getting rid of free services, adding LOTS of upcharges, making hotels more exclusive, and making it harder for frequent visitors.
You deserve a break!
Disney is definitely acting like they want your money, but is that what’s really going on?
When most people think of Disney World, booze likely isn’t the first thing that comes to mind.
Disney Springs offers a variety of hotels nearby!
After all, Magic Kingdom was a fully dry park — with no alcohol at all — until not too long ago. But, that has certainly changed in recent years and now, many people like to spend their Disney days imbibing with a cocktail or beer when they’re at the parks. And if you ask us, there’s one place in Disney World where you can find some excellent happy hours — and a new one just joined the block!
If you’re planning a trip to Disney World, you’ve GOT to check out that refurbishment calendar.
All-Star Sports
If there’s a ride or attraction that you’re really hoping to visit, then you’ll definitely want to check the park hours and the attraction hours ahead of time, just in case the ride is closed for maintenance during your trip. But did you know that the same can go for other offerings in Disney World, like restaurants, hotel lobbies, or pools?
Can you believe it?! It won’t be too long before we get Pueblo Esperanza in Disney’s Animal Kingdom!!
Tropical Americas concept art
Back during the D23 2024: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event, we had the confirmation of the new Tropical Americas (Pueblo Esperanza) land as well as the new Indiana Jones attraction coming to it. So, specifically we wanted to do a deep dive into the concept art and see if we could glean some info about the new Indiana Jones attraction that’ll be coming to Disney World! [Read more…]
A popular Magic Kingdom restaurant just got a menu makeover!
Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn and Cafe
Disney World’s Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn and Cafe in Frontierland is home to all kinds of Southwestern-inspired dishes, making it a popular stop among many Magic Kingdom visitors. Well, the restaurant is looking a little different these days, having introduced SEVERAL new items to its menu. We stopped by to review the new offerings and the results were kind of surprising!
You know what gets a BAD rap in Disney World? The cafeteria-style quick service restaurants at the hotels!
Port Orleans Resort — French Quarter
And honestly, we can’t say we blame people for hating on them. We’ve definitely had our share of mediocre meals at the value resorts! But what about the cafeteria quick service spots at the moderate resorts? They’ve got to be at least MODERATEly better, right?! (Pun totally intended.) Well, recently I stopped by one of them to find out.
Many of Disney World’s 75,000 Cast Members are represented by labor unions.
Maria & Enzo’s
In 2023, after months of stalled negotiations, a union representing the majority of Cast Members voted on and approved a new contract with Disney World. That contract Disney World’s minimum wage to $18 per hour. But not every Cast Member you encounter in Disney World is covered by the union contract. Today, one of Disney World’s largest labor unions announced an effort to expand and cover more Disney World workers.
Although we’re well into Halloween season in Disney World and Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is underway, we’re starting to look forward to the holiday season in Disney World.
Jollywood Nights 2024 — ©Disney
Why wouldn’t we? The holidays bring some of the BEST treats of the year PLUS the EPCOT Festival of the Holidays. We also get to go to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. Perhaps the holiday event we’re most excited about this year, though, is Jollywood Nights, which is returning to Disney’s Hollywood Studios for its second year. Disney has already revealed some details about this year’s parties, but we now have even MORE details to share!
One of the best ways to end the night in Disney World is with fireworks.
They all lived happily… ever… after.
Whether you’re watching Luminous — the Symphony of Us in EPCOT, Fantasmic and Wonderful World of Animation in Hollywood Studios, or Happily Ever After in Magic Kingdom, you’ll be treated to a display of Disney music and pyrotechnic prowess, usually topped with some general nostalgia and a heartwarming storyline. But Magic Kingdom perhaps takes the cake for the most emotional show, and nowadays, those fireworks just hit different.
Are you planning a trip for Disney World in 2025?
Magic Kingdom
You’re probably in the process of all the things that come with planning a Disney World trip, like deciding on a budget, figuring out how many days to stay, deciding which tickets to get, and where you want to stay. You may have even started working on your packing list (seriously, it’s NEVER too early, and well, let’s face it — planning is part of the fun!) However, if you’re planning a trip to Disney World in late 2025, you may have come across a GIGANTIC problem.
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