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So, you’ve decided to head to Disney World, but you only have one day in Magic Kingdom — what do you do?
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Between all of the rides, entertainment options, and snacks, it can be hard to plan out the perfect day in a park that’s full of things to do! Luckily, we’re here to give you an itinerary to help you create your perfect day in Magic Kingdom.
The way you experience Disney World NOW looks COMPLETELY DIFFERENT from what it used to be.
Many of our reader say that Disney World has gotten too expensive.
And the changes & updates keep coming. What has changed? What’s gone back to normal? And what can YOU expect?
Disney World vacations can be very expensive, so the last thing you want to do is completely RUIN your upcoming trip! But with so many things to keep track of and so many dates to remember, it’s terrifyingly easy to slip up and forget an important step in the planning process. There are hotel reservations to make, dining plans to finalize, travel itineraries to complete, and the list goes on and on. So how do you avoid those scary mistakes?
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We’re here to help you out! We’ve discovered 3 common mistakes that can completely ruin a Disney World vacation, and we have the solutions to help you avoid those pitfalls. [Read more…]
Halloween is here, and no, we don’t care that the ACTUAL Halloween is still a few months away.
It’s started!
Because even before that first Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party kicks off, we’re on the lookout for any and everything Halloween in Disney World. While we are still waiting on Halloween decorations to show up on Main Street, U.S.A., we are starting to see a few bits of Halloween items in the parks.
To ensure we are equipping our readers with all the information they need, we will continue to report on all travel, safety, and virus/illness-related news that could impact a Disney Parks visit.
This Post Was Last Updated On: September 29th, 2022 and will no longer be updated. For the latest updates, click the link above to see our post which is continuously updated with details about travel to Disney World and Disneyland.
If you’ve been reading the news lately or even just checking the latest updates on Twitter, the odds are pretty high that you’ve read at least one story about monkeypox.
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You might be wondering just what monkeypox is, whether it’s present in Florida, and what the current situation with this virus is. Knowing those things could help you prepare for your next Disney World trip. We’ve already shared a look at what experts are saying about monkeypox, but now we’re giving you a complete look at the situation and all the latest updates. Let’s take a look at what is known so far.
Did you blink? If so, you probably missed the chance to register for a major Disney Vacation Club member perk.
Moonlight Magic popcorn bucket
DVC members flooded the DVC website to register for the Moonlight Magic event at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park! The event will take place in August on the 9th, 15th, and 23rd. And if you’re bummed to miss out on this perk, don’t worry. You’ll get one more chance to partake in this DVC-exclusive event!
Did you know August 5th is International Beer Day?
City Works in Disney Springs
We’re no stranger to special events in Disney Springs. This month, you can experience a special event at Morimoto Asia and The Edison, and next month will bring the popular Great Gatsby Night event back to Disney Springs. This Friday, to celebrate your love of beer, head over to City Works!
If you’re looking for a treat in Disney Springs, you’re in the right place.
Dole Whip Flight from Swirls on the Water
Gelatos, ice creams, donuts, cookies, Dole Whips — if you’re craving it, you can probably find it in Disney Springs. And one of our favorite spots to grab a treat is Gideon’s Bakehouse. They’re well-known for their rotating cookie flavors, many of which have their own fans. And if you happen to be a fan of their White Chocolate Macadamia Cookies…you’ll want to fast-walk (safety first, cookies second) to Disney Springs.
UPDATE: Disney has announced some Genie+ changes. Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure, Frozen Ever After, Space Mountain, Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway, and Expedition Everest will REMAIN on the standard Genie+ service and will not be switching back to the pay-per-ride (Individual Attraction Selection) option. Click here to read our full post about the updates.
The story of Genie+ and Lighting Lanes in Disney World is a long and twisting one.
Splash Mountain Lightning Lane
Genie+ and Lightning Lanes are the paid replacement to FastPass+. There are two tiers to Lightning Lanes. There are the rides whose Lightning Lanes are available with the regular purchase of Genie+ for $15 per person per day, and then there are the Individual Lightning Lanes, or pay-per-ride attractions. Those pay-per-ride attractions are usually the most popular rides in each park, and guests must pay extra to skip the line at these attractions. (They’re not included in Genie+.) These individual purchases vary in cost from ride to ride, as well as by the time of year. A few months ago, Disney made changes to which rides were available as Individual Lightning Lane selections, and soon those changes will be coming to an end.
If you’re all about skipping those (sometimes) long standby lines, there’s a Disney World update you need to know about.
Disney Genie
Disney Genie+ is the paid system that replaced FastPass+ in Disney World. Over the last several months, since Genie+’s debut, we’ve seen a number of changes made to the system including the official recognition of the 120-minute rule, changes as to what rides are available through the service, and more. And now another change is on its way!
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