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Believe It or Not, Disney’s Animal Kingdom Is About to Get Even More Complicated

If you’ve visited Disney’s Animal Kingdom recently, you’ve probably noticed that the park is in the middle of a HUGE transformation — and it’s only going to get more noticeable.

Bluey and Bingo

Construction walls, land expansions, and long-term projects are already changing how the park operates day-to-day. Well, Disney’s about to add another major layer to the mix as early as this May. Here’s what you need to know about an offering that could make Animal Kingdom a little more crowded than usual…

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4 Previously Impossible Disney World Reservations That Are Easy Now

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If you’ve been planning Disney World trips for as long as we have, it’s safe to assume you probably still have a little trauma from the days when certain reservations felt straight-up impossible to get. Oh, are the times they are a-changin’…

The Grand Ballroom in Be Our Guest Restaurant

While the process of waking up early at 6 AM ET 60 days out from your vacation is definitely still part of the Disney World planning steps, it’s not as daunting as it used to be. Believe it or not, a few of those “no-chance” reservations have quietly become WAY easier to snag lately. We’re going to go over four spots that used to feel completely out of reach, and why they’re surprisingly doable right now — albeit with some caveats.

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3 Big Reasons Disney World Will Be More Crowded in 2026

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If you’ve ever been to Disney World during a busy season, you know the feeling — shoulder-to-shoulder walkways, long lines for snacks, and unbearable waits for rides. Unfortunately, we could see a lot more of that next year.

Main Street, U.S.A.

It may not seem apparent, but if you’re planning a trip in 2026, brace yourself for a potentially rough reality. Crowds might be heavier than usual, and we’ve thought of three big reasons why.

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Shh! Disney Does Some SNEAKY Things When They Think You’re Not Looking

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You’ve been HOODWINKED by Disney World! Sure, you may THINK you know everything going down across the parks… but you don’t even know the HALF of it.

Crowds in Magic Kingdom

Whether it be after park hours or out in broad daylight, Disney World is constantly doing things behind the scenes to improve guests’ experiences, keep everyone safe, aaaaand make a little extra cha-ching while they’re at it.

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How My Makeup Doesn’t Budge After Sweating 12 Hours a Day at Disney World

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A trip to Disney World is a dream come true for many of us, and a special way to remember that moment is that perfect picture. Included with your park ticket, however, is a little bit of heat, a dash of humidity, and sweat galore, which means our “perfect picture” can be ruined with melted-off makeup and droopy eyeliner.

Cinderella Castle

Not to worry though, because we compiled a list of the best beauty products that will stay in place throughout your day at the park. So all you have to worry about is where you’re taking that perfect picture.

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ALERT! 🚨 2024 Disney World Vacation Packages Are NOW OPEN for Booking!

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It’s time to start planning your next Disney World vacation!

Cinderella Castle

You might be thinking, “My vacation is already booked! It’s summer NOW!” Yeah, we mean NEXT year’s vacation. If you’re like us and thrive off planning your next Disney World vacation, this post is for you. (Psssttt… Lots of BIG changes are coming, so you might wanna listen up!)

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We Need To Talk About the BEST Disney Merch Online (And On Sale!)

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Here at DFB, we know you LOVE Disney merchandise. Our readers tell us they’re always looking for fun shirts to wear on their next vacation, Disney-inspired stickers, and more!

Are you READY TO RIDE?

We’re here today screaming we gotchu!

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How to Tackle Your 2022 Holiday Trip to Disney World Like a Pro

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There is nowhere on Earth more magical than Disney World during the holidays. Yes, everyone knows that, which means that the holidays are the busiest season at Disney World.