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A BIG Lightning Lane change has hit the Magic Kingdom, and it’s switching up the most effective Lightning Lane strategy for the park.
Big Thunder Mountain Railroad
After a refurbishment that lasted well over a year, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad reopened on May 3rd!
No matter what time of year you go to Disney World, you can probably expect to wait in some sort of line. From buying your favorite snack to riding the most popular attractions in the parks, lines are part of the fun.
Millenium Falcon: Smugglers Run
Disney has a few different ways of managing lines, like Lightning Lanes, standby lines, and virtual queues. Well, Hollywood Studios has brought back virtual queues — but only for today.
Big Thunder Mountain Railroad reopened at Magic Kingdom after being closed for more than a year, and while guests have been able to ride it today, it seems to be experiencing some issues.
Big Thunder Mountain Railroad
Videos have surfaced online showing smoke beneath the track at one of the loading stations.
If you’re at Disney World for Mother’s Day but still don’t have a reservation, we’ve got you covered.
What a meal!
There are still dozens of restaurants in and around Disney World that are available for Mother’s Day! Here’s our full list of spots with tons of availability.
The day has finally arrived: we just had a chance to ride Big Thunder Mountain Railroad in Magic Kingdom. It’s been OVER a year since we last took a ride on the Wildest Ride in the Wilderness, and we’re so glad that it’s officially open to the public again.
Big Thunder is back in business!
So why the long closure? Well, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad got a series of MAJOR updates, the kind that take a while to put in place. Well, we’re going to show you how we reacted when we finally saw those changes for ourselves, so let’s go!
If you’ve ever been to EPCOT, you know that the rope drop rush can be exhilarating. Whether you’re racing to Guardians of the Galaxy or Test Track, things can get hectic – fast! Which is why our new EPCOT rope drop spot isn’t what you’re thinking…
So pretty!
During EPCOT’s Flower & Garden Festival, the butterfly room is a hidden gem where you can step away from the hustle and bustle of the park. But did you know that the best time to visit is in the morning?
Well, it has certainly been an exciting week in Disney World, especially now that May is here!
Caramel Flight from Karamell-Küche
First, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad opens on May 3rd after being closed for OVER a year (and it’s got some HUGE changes). Then, V.I.Passholder Days have kicked off, which means Disney World Annual Passholders can get a new freebie magnet, relax in a new lounge, get some increased discounts, and so much more. May the 4th will even bring some special snacks. But, before all that, Disney World restaurants had some changes this week we need to tell you about.
We’re still about a year away from the opening of Disney World’s newest hotel, Lakeshore Lodge, as it’s expected to open in summer 2027, but we recently got invited to a media event that gave us a NEW look at the hotel, thanks to concept art and a boat tour around the construction site.
Lakeshore Lodge
We’ve seen firsthand how much a project can change from what concept art originally shows, so don’t get us wrong, we’re not expecting EVERYTHING in here to make it to the final product, but it does give us an idea of what Disney’s setting its sights on. Based on what we’re seeing, this hotel may be the pinnacle of relaxation, but there are a few things we’re still left a little confused by.
Most people spend months obsessing over every detail of their Disney World trip, from dining reservations booked at the 60-day mark to packing lists reviewed three times over.
Magic Kingdom
But there is one step that consistently gets skipped, and it tends to cause the most unnecessary stress once guests actually walk through the park gates. Before your trip, you need to spend real, dedicated time inside the My Disney Experience app, not just downloading it and assuming you’ll figure it out later. Getting comfortable with the app at home, on your couch, with no crowds and no pressure, is one of the smartest things you can do to set your vacation up for success.
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