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A MAJOR Part of Florida Theme Park History Permanently CLOSES in a Week

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A major piece of Florida’s theme park history is closing after over 80 years.

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More than 30 years before Disney World changed the landscape of Florida tourism forever, Cypress Gardens was the most famous attraction in the Sunshine State. Originally opened in 1936 by the legendary Dick Pope Sr., the botanical garden and theme park was headlined by a water-skiing show that drew in millions of guests – – including some huge celebrities – – to see daredevil performers including Pope’s son Dick Pope Jr. The show’s success popularized the sport, made the park’s home of Winter Haven the “water skiing capital of the world”, and put Florida on the metaphorical map for millions.

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Do NOT Fall Into These FOMO Traps at Disney World!

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Visiting Disney World can be overwhelming, no matter if you’ve never been there or you’ve been there multiple times.

Joy at Pixar Plaza in Hollywood Studios!

You see, there’s just so much to see and do, and there’s no way you can do it all in one trip unless you literally move to Disney World. But, hey, we go to Disney World almost every day, and we are STILL discovering new things to occupy our time in the parks and at the resorts. However, here’s the thing, FOMO can be a real thing when you’re there, and we’re going to warn you about it so you don’t fall into its trap.

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DFB Video: Mistakes to Avoid in Disney World in 2025

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Missing out on the BIGGEST Lightning Lane changes, the NEWEST dining reservations, and those DREAM hotel stays is NOT on our 2025 Disney World list for you.

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You’re in the right place to make sure you make zero mistakes on your next Disney trip!

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This NEW Policy Could Make Your Next Disney Cruise More Expensive

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We love a Disney Cruise!

Disney Wish at Castaway Cay

When it comes to sailing on Disney cruises, we know a thing or two! We recently explored the brand-new Disney Treasure ship and it just made us want to go sailing again but this newest update might make your Disney cruise even more expensive.

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A MAJOR Celebrity Is Buying the Jim Henson Company Lot

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When the news broke that Muppets Courtyard would be removed from Disney’s Hollywood Studios to be replaced by a new Monsters, Inc. Land, Muppets fans everywhere were saddened by the news.

Muppets Courtyard in Hollywood Studios

One piece of Muppets Courtyard specifically got a lot of attention — Muppet*Vision 3D. Disney shared that they “are having creative conversations and exploring ways to preserve the film and other parts of the experience for fans to enjoy in the future.” The Jim Henson Company also shared a statement about preserving the film, so many fans are hopeful they’ll be able to experience the show well into the future in some way. Jim Henson’s legacy continues to live on through the Muppets and his last piece of work, but now it seems that the company’s studio lot is being sold to a famous celebrity!

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FLESH-EATING Bacteria Cases Have Increased in Florida, and the Reason May Surprise You

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Cases of Vibrio vulnificus, a flesh-eating bacteria, have almost doubled in Florida this year. As of December 13th, 2024, there have been 83 confirmed cases of Vibrio vulnificus in Florida compared to 46 cases in 2023. 

Magic Kingdom entrance the day after Hurricane Milton

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4 Disney’s Hollywood Studios Restaurants Where We Promise Your Lunch Will Cost Less Than That $18 Viral Big Mac Meal

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Disney is expensive. That’s a true statement no matter how you book your trip.

Hollywood Studios

There are ways to make your trip cheaper, sure, and we are sure to tell you those every time we can so you know how to ball on a budget! However, the cheapest Disney trip is to not take one, if we’re being honest, but then it’s not a trip at all, so that won’t do! Dining is an area that can easily make or break your budget fast, so if you find yourself in Disney’s Hollywood Studios and want to eat a meal that’ll be filling but also cost the fewest dollars, we’ve got you covered!

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NEWS! Disney World Restaurant Menus CHANGED This Week

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So it’s been a bit of a quiet week — at least when it comes to food — in Disney World.

Ice cream in EPCOT

But that’s okay because we’ve been busy exploring Disney’s newest hotel expansion, Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. One of the BEST parts of exploring this new property, though, was getting a chance to eat at Wailulu Bar & Grill, the tower’s quick-service restaurant — let’s just say we were impressed (you can read the full review here). However, other Disney World restaurants had some changes this week, so let’s see what’s been updated.

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REVIEW: We Waited Nearly 4 Hours for a Meal at This Ultra-Exclusive New Gideon’s Bakehouse Location and Found a Community of SUPERFANS Along the Way

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Y’all…we spent a lot of time waiting in line today…not for a ride in Disney World. Instead, we headed to Orlando’s East End Market and waited in line…for a food truck.

New food truck alert!

But hear us out. This isn’t just any old food truck. This food truck is owned by Gideon’s Bakehouse and it was a one day deal ONLY with special citrus treats you’re not going to find ANYWHERE else. Today was a test for the food truck at Gideon’s East End Market location, and if the line for the food truck was any indication, we’d say that test was passed with flying colors. So let’s talk about some eats!

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REVIEW: This New Disney World Treat Stared Straight Into Our Soul. It Was Weird.

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We are back with a NEW treat in Disney World! To celebrate Mufasa: The Lion King debuting in theaters on December 20th, Disney World released FIVE exclusive treats. 

Amorette’s Patisserie

Of course, you know we have to give them a try, so we are heading over to Amorette’s Patisserie to try one of the new desserts.

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