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From spooky season souvenirs to Disney World essentials, there are tons of things you need to check out at ALDI next week! Take a look at some of our favorite finds coming to stores from October 1st to 7th.
Marvel’s summer blockbuster, Fantastic Four: First Steps, just released digitally on September 23rd — now we can watch the super family from the comfort of our own home!
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Now, collectors are waiting for the physical release of the movie, which will be coming soon on October 14th. Not only will the Blu-Ray copy go well for anyone who likes to collect DVDs, but it will also offer exclusive deleted scenes and bonus features! Speaking of, you want to know what’s pretty FANTASTIC?! We got an early look at one of the deleted scenes that will be included.
An expansion has been announced for Soaring Over the Horizon at Shanghai Disney!
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Shanghai Disney just announced that Soaring Over the Horizon will be getting an approximately 50% increase in current capacity AND there will be a new special ending for the attraction!
Planning on going to Disney World at the beginning of this fall season? It’s important to be aware of the weather!
Lots of rain!
Unexpected weather can hit Disney World at any time, and by that we mean lots and lots of rain. Storms are something that can really impact your Disney trip — from closed attractions to killing the vibe. We’re keeping an eye on the latest weather to see if anything could impact your vacation, and lately, it looks like there are two areas of interest in the Atlantic.
Artificial Intelligence (better known as AI) is making headlines every day.
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From Disney lawsuits to its use in the theme parks, AI is a constant conversation. Now, AI is being used as a way to talk to familiar faces who have passed, specifically with a real-life Marvel legend.
If you’ve got a Disney vacation coming up, your travel plans may be affected before you even set foot in the parks. OK, so most people try to get through the airport part of their vacation as quickly as possible because, duh, who wants to be stuck in an airport? But this announcement from the Orlando International Airport might result in some longer travel times, so be prepared.
Orlando International Airport
The Orlando airport has officially decided to replace its Gate Link vehicles, tracks, and electrical control equipment, which means a LONNNG construction period is on the way. Obviously, this will impact transportation around the airport for travelers, so let’s take a look at what to expect.
We know, we know, we haven’t even got past Halloween yet, but we can’t help that Disney is already thinking about the holiday season! Of course, we can’t wait to celebrate the season at Disneyland Resort with the holiday parade, fireworks show, special treats, and festive decor. We also can’t wait to see “it’s a small world” adorned with thousands of shimmering lights and whimsical decor.
“it’s a small world” in Disneyland
However, in order to get this iconic attraction ready for the holiday overlay, Disney will need to close it down for a bit. The attraction will be closed starting October 30th, 2025, at Disneyland Park, but it will reopen in time for Holidays at the Disneyland Resort, which kick off on November 14th, 2025.
Moonlight Magic is returning in 2026 — and MORE dates have been added for 2025! Moonlight Magic is an exclusive event for Disney Vacation Club Members that includes a night of after-hours access at a select park. During the night, members can enjoy shorter wait times for attractions, character meet and greets, entertainment, and complimentary special treats.
Moonlight Magic
These events are no-charge events for Disney Vacation Club members, and each member can register for one event date during each event season. Disney just confirmed THREE new dates for 2025 and announced that Moonlight Magic will return in 2026. We have all the details for you!
Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa is already starting to look much different. Not only is Disney hard at work building a brand-new bar in the hotel’s lobby, but the hotel is also undergoing quite a few other changes. And one of these changes was just revealed, and we have to say, it is GORGEOUS!
A new addition at Disney’s Grand Floridian
If you have walked through the Grand Floridian’s lobby recently, you have probably spotted one of the many construction walls or tarps that are currently adorning the lobby. You will notice lots of walls up in the lobby around the location of the new bar, as well as around what used to be the Garden View Tea Room (but we haven’t seen it open for a long time). About a month ago, we also spotted more scrim and walls up at the staircases off the lobby. Well, we stopped by on September 18th and noticed a STUNNING new addition to the staircase.
It’s been a big year for The Muppets!
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The Muppets Courtyard and Muppet*Vision 3D closed at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and the gang will be moving over to the Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster for a new, updated version of the roller coaster. Now, Disney has just announced that The Muppets will be hitting Disney+, with the return of The Muppet Show! STAY CALM, MUPPETS FANS. It’s really happening!
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