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Park Hopping to Magic Kingdom Is CONFUSING Right Now. Here’s Why.

Park hopping is a popular practice among guests looking to maximize each day at Disney World, but the process is a bit complicated at Disney World’s most popular park this summer.

Disney Starlight crowds!

It’s no secret that Magic Kingdom is buzzing right now, thanks to the incredible debut of “Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away!” The show premiered on July 20th to plenty of fanfare, drawing in some hefty crowds. In anticipation of the park becoming more crowded, Disney World adjusted Magic Kingdom’s attendance rules — which, undoubtedly, have caused some confusion. [Read more…]

REMINDER: Park Pass Rules Are Changing in Disney World This Month

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There’s a HUGE change coming to Magic Kingdom, and really, we aren’t talking about it enough.

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No one is more excited for the nighttime parade, Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away, debuting on Main Street on July 20th, than we are. However, because this parade is expected to be extremely popular, Disney is making a significant change to their reservation system. If you’re planning to catch the parade on opening day, make sure you know the details!

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2 BIG Changes Set to Hit Magic Kingdom Soon

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The Disney Parks are certainly always evolving, and “The Most Magical Place On Earth” is about to undergo a pretty big change!

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Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away is Magic Kingdom’s newest nighttime parade, and is set to debut at the theme park on July 20th, 2025. This new parade will use “the latest technology to tell new stories about the characters you love” in a spectacle inspired by other Disney nighttime parades like the Main Street Electrical Parade and SpectroMagic. Featuring lively Disney music, live performers, and vibrant floats carrying characters like Tinker Bell, Peter Pan, Isabella from Encanto, Moana, the Disney Princesses, and so much more, this new parade will be a bit different from the Magic Kingdom parades of old — creating TWO major changes.

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“Use Paper Maps and NO Cellphones” — The Chaotic Disney World Tips Disney Fans Love

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We’re turning to YOU, our readers, for some Disney World tips!

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We’ve become experts when it comes to planning Disney World trips, but we also know that our readers provide so much valuable input on what makes a Disney vacation great. We asked you about some of your favorite CHAOTIC Disney World tips, and ya’ll didn’t disappoint!

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4 Reasons Park Hopping Isn’t the Hack Everyone Thinks It Is

By Jessica Wedinger 2 Comments

When it comes to planning your Disney World vacation, you may consider adding the park hopper option to your ticket.

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While park hopping is often seen as a strategy to maximize your time and experience in the parks, sometimes it is not the hack you would think it is. While park hopping does give you the flexibility to visit multiple parks in one day, it sometimes can cause more stress to your park day.

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You Can Still Get These Disney World Park Reservations for New Year’s Eve, But HURRY

By Jessica Wedinger 1 Comment

2024 is coming to an end, which means it is time to ring in the New Year.

Last year’s fireworks at Magic Kingdom

Disney World knows how to celebrate the holidays, and many people flock to the Most Magical Place on Earth to celebrate the New Year. While the Park Pass Reservation System may seem like a thing of the past, it still is a thing and if you were looking to snag a reservation for New Year’s Eve, you are going to want to hurry as reservations are filling up FAST!

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4 VITAL Questions To Ask Yourself When Planning a 2025 Disney World Trip

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When you’re planning your next Disney World vacation, there are lots of things to consider.

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You have to plan your travel, hotel, park tickets, dining plans, and much more. If you’re trying to plan your vacation on a budget, there’s even more to consider to ensure you stick to it. The costs of travel, hotels, food, souvenirs, and lots of other options all play a big part in how much you’ll end up spending on your vacation. So, when you’re planning your next vacation, we suggest asking yourself these four questions to help you stick to your budget and feel like you’ve done everything you want to do!

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