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Disney World’s $250 Lightning Lane Premier Pass Just Got EASIER To Use

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Disney World’s pay-to-skip the line service has seen so many different changes in less than a year that it can be hard to keep up.

Winnie the Pooh Lightning Lane

Over the summer, Genie+ transitioned into Lightning Lane Multi Pass and Individual Lightning Lane transitioned into Lightning Lane Single Pass. While the new Lightning Lane system offers guests a way to pay to skip the line, a few tweaks were made by allowing reservations and purchases to be made in advance, and tiers, similar to those used with the FastPass+ system were brought back. Well not too long ago, Disney added a third Lightning Lane option and the rules have once again changed, but it is good news!

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Disney World Reveals 5 Secrets Behind Its Newest Hotel Refurbishment

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The Walt Disney Imagineering team is sharing some secrets!

All-Star Movies

Thanks to the Imagineering team we have some exciting things coming to the Disney parks like the new Monsters Inc. Land, the Muppets taking over Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster, and new shows! They also have a hand in each Disney resort hotel and now they’re giving us some behind-the-scenes info on the latest refurbishment.

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ALERT: EPCOT Is Opening Late on April 6th

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If you are heading to Disney World in April, we have an important update about EPCOT that you will want to be aware of!

EPCOT

EPCOT will have adjusted operating hours due to the runDisney Springtime Surprise Race, and we don’t want you to be caught by surprise.

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The Number Of Disney World Closures Is Getting Out Of Control

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Disney World, are you okay?

Welcome to Disney World!

As the busy holiday season starts to wind down, it is not uncommon for Disney to perform routine maintenance on rides and attractions, but the number of closures around all the parks is getting out of control. While some of these closures are temporary, others are permanent, and the list seems to continue to grow. 

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Don’t Worry. This Disney World MagicBand Hack Feels Illegal, But It Isn’t!

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Want to feel like you’ve discovered a Disney World life hack that feels almost too good to be true?

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If you’ve been debating whether or not to shell out for a MagicBand on your next Disney trip, you’re going to love this. Did you know you can use your Apple Watch in place of a MagicBand? Yep, it’s totally legit, super easy to set up, and best of all – completely free. So, if you’re looking to save a little money, or just streamline your vacation experience, here’s everything you need to know about this “cheat code” for your next trip to the Most Magical Place on Earth.

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The Unexpected Disney World Hotel Closure You Need to Know About

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When people talk about the weather at Disney World, it is often about the hot summers and how to stay cool during your trip. However, even though Florida is known for its warmer weather, it still gets cold at Disney World.

Magic Kingdom

You won’t be surrounded by multiple feet of snow, but there will be days in the winter month when you will feel a chill in the air. Make sure you are prepared with the proper clothing, but also be prepared for some unexpected closures that may occur due to cold weather. 

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WHOA! This Disney World Snack Just Got a SERIOUS Upgrade

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Okay, when that sweet tooth hits in Disney World, where do you usually go? There are so many good options, after all, like Main Street Confectionery and Aloha Isle in Magic Kingdom, as well as Karamell-Küche and Kringla Bakeri Og Kafe in EPCOT, among others.

Amorette’s Patisserie

However, if we’re in Disney Springs, we like to pop in to Amorette’s Patisserie, which has a display case full of beautiful treats like petit cakes, pastries, and more. Well, we just visited Amorette’s recently to try out two NEW snacks, and let’s just say, Amorette’s has DONE IT AGAIN.

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I’ve Tried Every Hotel Hack in Disney World, and I’m Sharing the 3 That Work Every Time

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Are you planning a trip to Disney World? Okay, we get it — planning that trip can be…a LOT. There’s a lot you have to think about: how long you’re staying, where you’re staying, what you’ll need, how you’re getting there, what tickets to buy, etc., etc., etc. It’s a never-ending list of things on your planning to-do list.

Disney’s Yacht Club

So let’s talk a little about your Disney World hotel. Now, we’ve got some hacks that we can share with you that work EVERY time. We don’t gatekeep, so we’re sharing our best Disney World hotel tips and tricks with you.

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NEWS: Shrinkflation Hits a Popular Disney World Restaurant, and You’re Not Gonna Like It

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It looks like 2025 is going to be a busy year in Disney World — y’all, it’s only January, and so much is already going on.

Bar RIVA at Disney’s Riviera Resort

Now, we’ve already told you ALL about the EPCOT Festival of the Arts (and you can read all our food booth reviews here), but we’ve also seen the phased closure of Dinoland, U.S.A. begin in Disney’s Animal Kingdom to make way for a new land, Pueblo Esperanza. There’s a ton of construction happening at Big Thunder Mountain Railroad in Magic Kingdom, too. SO MUCH. But that’s not all. Disney World has been updating its restaurant menus, so we need to get you caught up on the menu changes that happened this week.

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NEWS: Tiffins Has a NEW Prix Fixe Burger in Disney World, but There’s a Catch 💰

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Because we’re the Disney FOOD Blog, we’re going to give you ALL the details on Disney food. We’re going to tell you about our favorite snacks, our favorite restaurants, and what’s a good value on the Disney Dining Plan.

Tiffins

We also track menu changes in Disney World, and anytime a menu change goes through, we look into it. However, one menu change recently made at Tiffins in Disney’s Animal Kingdom just got our attention: It’s a Prix Fixe option for Tiffins Signature Burger. BUT…we think if you’re considering ordering this, you might want to read this first.

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