NEWS: Disney's Permit Extension Request Granted for Magic Kingdom Expansion

NEWS: Disney’s Permit Extension Request Granted for Magic Kingdom Expansion

Hold on to your hats, because Magic Kingdom is about to go through a whirlwind transformation.

Magic Kingdom

Not only will we be getting a brand-new Pirates of the Caribbean tavern in 2025, but we’re also eagerly awaiting the construction of a new Cars-themed area — even if it means we have to say goodbye to Tom Sawyer Island and the Rivers of America forever. Disney recently hit a snag when it came to some logistics for the Cars retheme, but now it looks like things are back on (race)track. HA! See what we did there?

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DFB Video: The Most EXPENSIVE Mistakes You Can Make in Disney World

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I’m not one to point fingers, but…… YOU might be getting ready to make a HUGE, EXPENSIVE Disney World mistake.

Can we hit snooze?

I can’t just sit back and watch it happen!!

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Disney Confirmed 3 BIG Additions for Hollywood Studios’ Monsters, Inc. Land

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A lot’s happening at Disney World, but what’s coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios is a straight up TON!

Disney’s Hollywood Studios

There is a new Little Mermaid show and new Villains show coming to the park. The Muppets are leaving Muppets Courtyard in favor of re-theming Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster, and Monster’s, Inc. Land is setting up shop in that vacated area. Speaking of Monsters, Inc., since Disney has a habit of trying to be sneaky with their concept art, we thought we’d have ourselves a little looksie and see what they’ve confirmed for the new land without explicitly saying so!

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A Security Company Used by Disney Is Being Investigated by the Federal Government

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Disney World draws hundreds of thousands of visitors to the parks, hotels, and Disney Springs every day — so it’s no wonder the House of Mouse would require that folks pass through security to get in.

Security at Disney World

You typically just have to walk through an advanced screening scanner device (basically a souped-up metal detector) that can detect whether or not people are bringing banned items into the parks. Disney doesn’t make these scanners, of course, instead purchasing them from different manufacturers. And, one of those companies is currently in some hot water with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).

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Garden Grill, Yak and Yeti, and 18 More Disney World Restaurants CHANGED This Week

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December is already flying by and we’re so not ready for the holidays yet (although we’ve been celebrating the holiday season in Disney World for over a month now!).

Toy Soldier Mickey Dome Cake at Amorette’s Patisserie in Disney Springs

We’re looking forward to the opening of a brand-new restaurant coming up soon (and we now have a menu to look at while we wait for its doors to open). We’re also still eating our way around the E PCOT Festival of the Holidays (and here are the things we’re ordering over and over). Meanwhile, Disney World restaurant menus keep changing, and we’re keeping up with them all!

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CLOSING DATE Announced for Disney’s Haunted Mansion Holiday Attraction

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Both Halloween Time and the holiday season are a lot of fun in Disneyland.

Haunted Mansion Holiday

Not only do both seasons bring some awesome decor, merchandise, entertainment, and more to the parks, but they both bring one of the most fun ride overlays EVER to a classic Disney attraction. Yep, we’re talking about Haunted Mansion Holiday, which is both a Halloween and holiday ride (hey, we don’t make up the rules). However, all good things must come to an end, and now we know when Haunted Mansion Holiday will close in Disneyland, as well as when it will reopen as its original self.

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Something Is MISSING From Disney’s New Announcements. Is This Festival CUT for 2025?

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Disney just dropped a ton of announcements about what’s happening in 2025 at Disneyland.

Pixar Fest Banners

We got dates for some fun After Hours events. We got more details about Disneyland’s huge 70th Anniversary Celebration. We learned when Halloween Time and the holiday season begins. We learned when the Red Car Trolley would close to make way for an Avengers Campus expansion. We also learned when we’d get to see the first EVER Walt Disney animatronic. SO much. BUT...there was something missing from those announcements: details about Pixar Fest!

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These Last-Minute Carry-On Purchases SAVED My Last Flight

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Packing is hard. We get it. There are so many things to keep track of — what are you going to wear? What do you have space to pack? How many pairs of shoes should you bring? What should you bring on the plane?

Orlando International Airport

Well, we travel a LOT. Probably more than the average family — especially if Disney is involved. And over time, we’ve found a few travel essentials that are ESSENTIAL to pack in your carry-on bag. These items have SAVED us on long flights, quick trips, and everything in between. Here’s what you need before your next trip!

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No Offense, Gen Alpha. But Disney Needs to Get Rid of These 3 Trends

By AJ and the DFB Team 5 Comments

We go to Disney World every day, and because of that, we tend to notice quite a bit.

EPCOT

And lately, we’ve noticed that different generations have wildly different approaches to the parks. Of course, it makes sense when you think about it. But, there’s one generation that’s bringing a weird sort of energy to the parks. No offense, Gen Alpha, but Disney needs to get rid of these trends.

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I Taste-Tested 7 Appetizers in Disney World, and the Best Was Rich, Cheesy, and Packed With Flavor

By Lydia Storks 1 Comment

We talk a LOT about food in Disney World.

The spread!

We talk about the best snacks, the best eats at the EPCOT festivals, and even some of our favorite entrees to order at table service spots. But you know what gets overlooked? Some of Disney World’s AMAZING appetizers. So today, we’re rounding up 7 of the top appetizers in Disney World to determine which one is the best.

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