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CONFIRMED: Disney Releases FULL Schedule for Destination D23

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Okay, so a lot is happening in Disney World this fall, and we couldn’t be more excited. The first Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party starts on August 15th. The EPCOT Food and Wine Festival starts on August 28th. And Destination D23 starts on August 29th and runs through August 31st.

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Now, we are particularly interested in Destination D23, which will happen at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort, because this is an event where Disney generally makes a lot of BIG announcements. Destination D23 just dropped its full schedule, so let’s get into it (and get into what’s MISSING from that schedule).

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NEWS: A Major Lightning Lane CHANGE Starts at Disney’s Hollywood Studios Soon

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A big Lightning Lane change is coming to Disney World!

Disney’s Hollywood Studios

I visit Disney World frequently, and I have been wondering when Hollywood Studios would implement this specific Lightning Lane change. Well, that time has finally come, and it will start next week. Let’s take a look at the details!

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Something NEW Just Landed at EPCOT (And We Think You’ll LOVE It!)

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EPCOT just got updates right before their Food and Wine Festival!

EPCOT

As someone who goes to EPCOT all the time, the park’s vast entertainment options set it apart from the other three parks. Now, EPCOT has added to its entertainment library with not one, but TWO new performances. Trust us, you’re going to want to check these out!

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NEW PERK Confirmed for $199 Holiday Event at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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Holiday parties at Disney World are already magical, but this year one is letting you in on the fun even earlier.

Jollywood Nights

Disney’s Jollywood Nights is returning for the 2025 holiday season, and while we’re already excited for the music, snacks, and rare characters, there’s a big change coming to the schedule. In 2024, guests with event tickets could step into Disney’s Hollywood Studios starting at 6 PM. This year, you’ll get in 30 minutes earlier — and if you know Disney like I know Disney, that half hour can be gold. Let’s break down what’s new for the 2025 season, including this fresh early-entry perk.

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CONFIRMED: A HUGE Transportation Change Hits Disney World Tomorrow

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If you’re planning a Disney World trip, one thing that’s always a little difficult to plan for is transportation from the airport.

You can ride in STYLE.

Disney just announced a massive transportation change that will be coming, and let’s just say, it’s going to make your next Disney World trip a WHOLE lot easier! Let’s take a look at the big news.

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3 EPCOT Rides We’re Getting Worried About

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While EPCOT is currently home to some of Walt Disney World’s most popular rides, including Test Track and Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure, some of the park’s other attractions have us a bit concerned.

It just looks SO good now!

I’ve been visiting EPCOT for more than 30 years, and over that time, I’ve seen the park transform in a litany of ways. Some for the better, some for the worse. As the park enters its latest new era, there are three rides that stand out to those of us on the DFB team as raising red flags for the park’s future.

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3 Disney World Hotels in Desperate Need of New Life

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With a roster of nearly 30 hotels, there’s arguably a stay for every kind of traveler on Walt Disney World property. However, some of the resorts could use a bit of TLC.

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Over my 30 years visiting Disney World, I’ve spent a significant amount of time at each of these properties, which run the gamut of Disney’s hotel tiers, from Value through Moderate, all the way to the Deluxe level.

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A Popular EPCOT Attraction Is Closing for Refurbishment This Month

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If you’re headed to EPCOT soon, you need to know about this popular ride’s closure!

EPCOT

We’ve been going to Disney World on a daily basis for years, so closures are nothing new in our book. While they might not be new, they can mess up your vacation plans if they catch you off guard, so here’s your reminder about a big EPCOT closure starting soon.

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Test Track Was the SECOND Busiest Ride in Disney World Last Week

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Every week, we report the average Disney World wait times in every park so that you can be prepared for your next trip to Orlando!

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With the busy summer season here, knowing what the weekly average wait times are for those popular rides can make or break your upcoming trip. If you’re heading to the parks soon, we’ve got all the info you need to know! [Read more…]

These 9 Maps Show Every New Attraction Coming to Disney World

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Disney World is growing at an almost unprecedented rate!

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Right now, for better or worse, every one of the Walt Disney World Resort’s theme parks — Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Hollywood Studios, and Animal Kingdom — has several large-scale projects happening. In all my years of visiting and writing about Disney’s theme parks, I can’t recall many other instances where that’s been the case.

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