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Disney Just Announced Another Date to Avoid EPCOT in 2025

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Planning a Disney World trip isn’t for the faint of heart. In fact, it’s why we do what we do here at DFB!

EPCOT monorail

There are just SO many moving parts you need to keep track of — where are you staying and which parks will you go to? Where will you make your dining reservations? Do you think you’ll need Lightning Lane Multi Pass or Single Pass? Not to mention keeping up with the park calendar so you know about any odd opening or closing hours… and folks heading to EPCOT in February should do just that!

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Disney Begins Clearing Land Ahead of Big Magic Kingdom Expansion

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Some BIG things are happening in Disney World right now, especially in Magic Kingdom.

Magic Kingdom

Disney is getting ready to change the very FACE of Magic Kingdom by getting rid of the Rivers of America and Tom Sawyer Island to add a new Cars expansion to Frontierland. However, there are also plans to add a brand new Villains-themed land to Magic Kingdom. Ahead of all the work that needs to be done, we recently spotted some land clearing happening near Magic Kingdom.

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We Go to Disney World Every Day — Here Are the 5 Essentials You Need for Under $100

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When we say we go to Disney World every day, we’re not being dramatic. It’s true! We visit Magic Kingdom at LEAST twice a week, and with all those visits to the parks, we’ve found a few tried-and-true products along the way.

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Lucky for you, we’ve tested all kinds of items, and we know what’s worth a splurge! Come with us to see the five BEST essentials you need for Disney World — all for under $100.
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REVEALED: Concept Art Released for NEW Disney Park Entrance

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Disneyland Paris is currently undergoing a massive transformation at their second park.

An aerial look at the future of Walt Disney Studios Park, to be renamed to Disney Adventure World in 2026. @Disney

Currently named Walt Disney Studios Park, this park will be renamed Disney Adventure World when their huge expansion opens in 2026, which will include World of Frozen and a new Lion King Land. However, this isn’t the only area of the park currently under construction — right now, when you enter the park, you’ll notice that everything is behind walls as it’s overhauled, but now we have some concept art to show us what the new entrance will look like!

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We Just Realized Something HUGE is Missing From Disney World’s New Hotel Expansion

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Disney World’s newest hotel tower, Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, opens in just a few days, but we recently got a chance to see it EARLY.

Island Tower

We had the opportunity to step inside the hotel and check out its gorgeous lobby, as well as visit a variety of room types. We also spent some time chilling out in the Terrace Gardens, as well as check out some of the food from the tower’s new restaurant, Wailulu Bar & Grill. But there was one thing that struck us as odd when we first stepped inside the new expansion: something BIG is missing from this hotel.

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A Game Changing Hotel Perk Debuts in 18 Days at Disney World

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Big changes are coming to Disney World in 2025.

Disney’s Grand Floridian

We’re about to see a lot of construction as EPCOT finishes up its reimagining of Test Track and Magic Kingdom starts work on its Cars expansion and Villains land. Hollywood Studios will be building a Monsters, Inc. land, while Animal Kingdom will be transforming Dinoland, U.S.A. into Pueblo Esperanza, a Tropical Americas-themed land. However, something ELSE is coming to Disney World, too, on January 1st — and it’s going to be a game-changer for folks staying at Disney World hotels.

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FIRST LOOK at the Fireworks Views in the NEW Island Tower Hotel at Disney World

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Everyone stay calm, it is finally happening! After watching construction progress next to Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort for what feels like forever, we are FINALLY getting to step foot inside the new Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort.

Island Tower

While the brand-new hotel doesn’t officially open until December 17th, 2024, we are getting a sneak peek inside this new hotel. We will be checking out some of the new rooms and exploring the SKY TERRACES.

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We Know When Lightning Lane Premier Pass Prices Will Drop in 2025

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The new year is coming up FAST!

Cinderella Castle

We’re about halfway through December, and Christmas is coming up in just a few short days, which means 2025 is just around the corner. If you’re celebrating at Disney World, we hope you’re prepared for some major crowds, as Christmas, New Year’s Eve, and New Year’s Day are some of the busiest days at the parks. When it’s busy, grabbing Lightning Lanes can be a great way to skip the long lines, and Disney’s new Lightning Lane Premier Pass is one of the three options for doing that. So, as 2025 approaches, let’s take a look at which days SO FAR will be the cheapest to purchase this new Lightning Lane pass!

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Yep, We’re Actually Celebrating the Return of a TREEHOUSE in Magic Kingdom

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Everything is worth celebrating in Disney World!

Magic Kingdom

Big and small occasions are worthy of being celebrated if you’re at Disney World. Disney hands out “I’m Celebrating” pins to guests for pretty much any reason, and this week, we’re going to have to grab one to celebrate this small update at Magic Kingdom! Will you also be celebrating the return of a special treehouse at the Most Magical Place on Earth? Catch us climbing all over this tree this week.

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FIRST LOOK Inside the Rooms at Disney’s NEW Island Tower Hotel

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Let’s take a little trip, shall we? We’re headed to Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort to preview the brand-new Disney Vacation Club Island Tower.

Island Tower

Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort is home to a new Disney Vacation Club property called the Island Tower! According to Disney, this new addition “will immerse you in the captivating stories and unique cultures of the islands,” and while it’s been a little controversial, now we get to step inside for the first time and see for ourselves if it’s worth the price. We’ve checked out the grounds, the amenities, and the dining options, but now it’s time to explore one of the most important parts of the hotel — the rooms!

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