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Hey, friends! We’re back with another DFB Video covering all the latest Disney news!
DINOSAUR
The countdown to extinction is officially ON for the fan favorite ride DINOSAUR in Animal Kingdom, a beloved character is popping up somewhere new very soon, the next viral souvenir has made it to Disney World, and if you’re staying at Pop Century soon, I’ve got news for you…
If you’re heading over to EPCOT soon, don’t expect to dine at its newest lounge.
GEO-82
GEO-82 is a new 21+ lounge at EPCOT that opened to guests in June. Months later, we’re still struggling to book reservations! Surprisingly, the same can be said about the GE0-82 Fireworks Experience! Dates are practically booked up into November. Which may lead you to ask, “How can I get in?”
We’ve got incredible news for those who have been dreaming of taking their kiddo to Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique!
Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique
Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique is a boutique experience where kids aged 3-12 years old can undergo a Princess or Prince makeover of their choice. There are multiple different package options, but now there’s a NEW update you need to know about — the one and only Fairy Godmother is coming to the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique at both Disney World AND Disneyland Resorts!
Many factors go into planning a Disney World trip, including planning hotel stays, dining reservations, and Lightning Lanes, but it all begins with choosing what time of year to go!
Happy Holidays from Magic Kingdom!
Over my 30+ years of visiting Disney theme parks, I’ve been at all different times of year, and some are definitely better than others. And, despite what the perception may be, it’s not simply a case of “the summer is busy” and the “winter is an offseason” anymore. Like many elements of the Disney experience, the question of when to visit has become more complicated.
Last month at the 2025 Destination D23 event, Disney announced that the Magic Kingdom’s Carousel of Progress is about to undergo a massive refresh and refurbishment that will see the addition of a Walt Disney animatronic intro, as well as upgrades throughout, and likely a new finale.
©Disney
Longtime Disney fans (including myself, as I’ve been visiting the resort for over 30 years) rejoiced at the news, as it has long been desired. That got us thinking, what other Disney World attractions are at the top of the list for potential refurbishment?
Disney World is going through a lot of change, which means Lightning Lane will be changing with it!
Animal Kingdom
If you’ve been keeping up with all the Disney World news lately, then you’ve noticed how much change Disney World is going through — and it’s not slowing down! In case you missed some of the recent news, we’re going to lay it out for you and tell you why there will be Lightning Lane changes coming soon.
Disney just released a NEW look behind the scenes at their annual Halloween Extravaganza!
Boo To You! parade
With the ever-popular Boo-To-You Parade having returned for the annual Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, Disney has released a new clip of some of the parade’s performers on one of their official social media channels.
For many guests, there’s only one question that matters at Disney World: “How can I skip this line?”
Tiana’s Bayou Adventure queue
For decades, Disney has been coming up with ways to satisfy guests who don’t want to wait in line. From the original version of FastPass to interactive game queues to virtual waiting areas and everything in between, the company has seemingly tried it all. And yet, in my 6+ years of writing about Disney theme parks, the #1 topic many potential guests want to know about is how they can avoid waiting. Currently, there are a few ways to do so at Walt Disney World.
Disney World is constantly changing, and sometimes that means saying goodbye to beloved restaurants.
Mama Melrose’s Ristorante Italiano
We’ve seen our fair share of dining spots close over the years, but some sting a little more than others. Whether it’s a fan-favorite dinner show, a go-to sports bar, or a solid table service option, these closures have left a noticeable gap in Disney dining. But with every ending comes a new beginning, and some of these closures have paved the way for exciting new additions. Let’s talk about some Disney World restaurants that have permanently closed, and what, if anything, has taken their place.
It’s no secret that the Magic Kingdom is full of crowds. Whether in queues, at restaurants, watching shows or fireworks, or sometimes even just trying to walk down Main Street, there are people everywhere, which in turn can make the whole resort a bit of a nightmare for introverts.
Magic Kingdom Crowds
As a bit of an introvert myself, I’ve come to learn how to deal with visiting the park over my 30+ years of visiting, including finding the right spots for some solitude (even if Disney did eliminate one of my favorite spots on the former banks of the Rivers of America earlier this year) and picking the right day of the week to visit.
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