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NEWS: A Popular Universal Orlando Attraction Is Closing for Refurbishment

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If you haven’t noticed, we’ve been spending a lot of time at Universal Orlando lately (but, really, who hasn’t?).

Universal Studios Florida

The opening of Epic Universe has given us five new lands to obsess over, after all, but that doesn’t mean we’re not keeping an eye on other Universal Orlando parks, too. So you can imagine our surprise when we discovered that a classic Universal Orlando ride, one beloved by many, will be temporarily closing soon. Yes, if you want to go on a grand adventure with the E.T. Adventure Ride, you’ll need to visit Universal Studios Florida TODAY (June 8th) because the ride will be closing for refurbishment tomorrow.

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2 Disney World Restaurants Are Closing For Good This Week

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A Disney World hidden gem is closing this week! This iconic steak house has been serving up juicy steak, cozy vibes, and massive portions since 1995.

Walt Disney World Dolphin Hotel

However, you now have just ONE week to make one last trip here for a delicious meal. Soon, this under-the-radar restaurant will be closing for good to make way for a new restaurant.

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Disney Files NEW Permit for Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin in Magic Kingdom

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With everything going on in Magic Kingdom right now, it’s hard to keep up with progress.

Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin

Over in Frontierland, Disney is getting ready to permanently close Rivers of America and Tom Sawyer Island to start work on Piston Peak, a new Cars expansion. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is currently getting a massive refurbishment. In Tomorrowland, Astro Orbiter is getting put back together after a refurbishment. Meanwhile, another ride in Tomorrowland, Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin will close in August for a big refurbishment, and we now have a permit that hints at some of the work to be done at this attraction.

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Muppets Courtyard Is Closing SOON in Disney World

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Muppets fans, the Muppets Courtyard is about to close for good, and we don’t think we are prepared quite yet. Of course, we will be there on its final day! However, the good news is that it is closing to make way for the new Monsters, Inc. themed land that is coming to Hollywood Studios.

Disney’s Hollywood Studios

With that being said, you only have a few DAYS left to get your last showing of Muppet*Vision 3D in or grab one more slice of puffy pizza from PizzeRizzo. 

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A POPULAR Disney World Hotel Restaurant Has Just Reopened!

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A popular Disney World restaurant has reopened, and the shenanigans are back! However, while this restaurant has reopened, there are still numerous closures in Disney World that we want you to know about. We always want to ensure you are as prepared as possible for your Disney World trip!

Disney’s Animal Kingdom

That’s why we want to make sure you know about closures that could impact your Disney World vacation! The good news is that Disney often lets us know about closures beforehand. You can’t control or plan for unexpected closures, BUT you can plan ahead for the planned closures at Disney World. Let’s look at which restaurant just reopened, and what closures are happening this week.

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5 Abandoned Places in Disney World in Desperate Need of Life

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While Walt Disney World’s four theme parks are often full of guests that make it feel like every inch of them is packed, the truth is that all of them have abandoned spaces right smack dab in the middle of their busiest areas.

Galaxy’s Edge

From long-abandoned EPCOT pavilions and the husk of a several-times-transformed opening day Magic Kingdom attraction to a quickly abandoned Animal Kingdom amphitheater and a technically still open but might as well not be Hollywood Studios experience, these abandoned areas of Disney World’s parks desperately need a shot in the arm.

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ALERT! 18 Attractions, Restaurants, and Experiences Will Be Closed This Week in Disney World

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We always want to make sure you are as prepared as possible for your Disney World trip, so we want to make sure you know about closures that could impact your Disney World vacation! The good news is that Disney often lets us know about closures ahead of time so you can be prepared. However, there can still be unexpected closures during your trip. Rides could have technical difficulties, or weather could affect some operations.

Magic Kingdom

You can’t control or plan for those things, BUT you can plan ahead for planned closures at Disney World. We are rounding up everything that will be closed this week, so let’s take a look!

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FULL LOOK at the NEW Grand Floridian Hotel Changes at Disney World

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Disney is refurbishing one of their most iconic hotels.

Construction in the Grand Floridian began in April 2025

The Grand Floridian Resort & Spa has been Disney World’s premier resort for over three decades. The hotel, which opened in 1988, is described by Disney as a “timeless Victorian-style marvel (that) evokes Palm Beach’s golden era,” and that theme has long extended to the hotel’s lobby. However, now that grand lobby is being refurbished.

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ALERT! Don’t Forget a Popular Disney World Hotel Restaurant Is Closing SOON

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We always want to make sure you are as prepared as possible for your Disney World trip, so we want to warn you that a popular Disney World restaurant is closing this week! The good news is that it is only closing temporarily, but we don’t want you to plan a meal at it, only to find out it is closed.

Disney’s Wilderness Lodge

We have all the details about this restaurant closure, and we are also rounding up everything else that will be closed this week. Let’s take a look!

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WARNING: Two More Closures Hit Disney World Next Week

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We always want to make sure you are as prepared as possible for your Disney World trip, and one thing you need to be on the lookout for is possible closures and refurbishments. We don’t want you to be disappointed when you roll up to your favorite ride only to find out it is closed for refurbishment.

Magic Kingdom

There are TWO big changes to the closures in Disney World this week, and we want to make sure you are aware of them. Plus, we are also rounding up everything else that will be closed this week. 

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