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Are you planning a trip to Disney World or Disneyland and have questions about how Disney Genie works?

We have the answers to all of your questions about Genie, Genie Plus and Lightning Lanes HERE!

ALL the On-Ride Photos You Can Get for FREE with Genie+ in Disney World

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Genie+ is CHANGING.

On-ride Photo for Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind

The paid FastPass+ replacement service is key to skipping the lines throughout Disney World and it has evolved since it was first released. Genie+ selections can now be modified, just what is available through Genie+ vs. Individual Lightning Lanes has changed over the past few months, and new attractions are sometimes added to the service. But soon, an important perk will be added to the Genie+ service. Here’s what you need to know.

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PRICE REVEALED: How Much It Costs to SKIP the Line at Disney’s Newest Ride

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Okay, so today is a BIG day in Disneyland — a LOT of things are happening! First, today is the start of the resort’s celebration of the Walt Disney Company’s 100th anniversary. New decorations are up, Sleeping Beauty Castle got a makeover, and new snacks are here!

100th Anniversary Sleeping Beauty Castle

But it’s also opening day for a brand new ride — Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway. We already showed you a sneak peek, but now we’re going to tell you how much you’ll have to pay to ride it through Genie+.

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How Bob Iger Could Change Disney Genie+

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Bob Iger is BACK as Disney’s CEO and already making some changes — could Genie+ changes be next?

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We’ve already seen “organizational” changes announced for the Walt Disney Company due to Iger’s return, indications that Iger could make a change that’ll reverse a Chapek decision, and other adjustments made as a result of his return. Fans are hoping for MANY, many more changes though. So here’s a full look at just what Iger could change about Genie+ (and whether he actually might do it).

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Splash Mountain Lightning Lanes Already SOLD OUT in Disney World

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Well, the day has finally come — today is the LAST day Disney World guests will get to ride Splash Mountain. The attraction will be reimagined into a new ride, Tiana’s Bayou Adventure.

Splash Mountain

We already saw LOADS of crowds getting in one last ride on the attraction this weekend, but today, things are looking even busier! For those who chose to purchase Genie+ to access Splash Mountain’s Lightning Lane, we hope you got a time earlier because as of right now, there are no Lightning Lane times left!

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NEW Genie+ Option Added To Magic Kingdom!

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Even two years after Disney World’s historic closure and reopening, we’re still seeing some restaurants, character experiences, and entertainment JUST starting to return to the parks. Fantasmic! only returned last year, and the character meet-and-greets at Pete’s Silly Sideshow in Magic Kingdom only returned a week ago.

Ariel’s Grotto

We recently learned that ANOTHER character meet-and-greet was returning to Magic Kingdom: Ariel will soon be greeting guests again from Ariel’s Grotto. Now, we know even more details about that experience.

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What Happens When the Ride You PAID for is Closed in Disney World

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Let’s face it — sometimes things in Disney World aren’t always so magical. Sometimes, things go wrong.

Sometimes rides go down

Bad weather can shut down rides. Sometimes rides just don’t work right. Sometimes rides are temporarily closed due to technical issues. Whatever the case, if you’ve paid to ride an attraction that closes before you have a chance to ride it, what happens then? 

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A Year of Disney World News — See the Biggest 2022 Changes

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Now that it’s 2023, we thought we’d take the time to reflect on the past year.

Cinderella Castle

2022 was a huge year in Disney news, from surge pricing to new park land teasers. We’re breaking down 2022 for you, so let’s take a look!

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Genie+ SELLS OUT in Disney Park For The FIRST TIME

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If you’re planning to visit Disneyland or Disney World soon, there’s a big issue you need to be aware of.

Sleeping Beauty Castle in Disneyland

Skipping the lines for the most popular rides in the parks is possible, and one of the main ways to do that is through Genie+ — the paid FastPass replacement. The standard Genie+ service (which starts at $25 per ticket per day in Disneyland) can help you get on rides like Indiana Jones Adventure, Space Mountain, Incredicoaster, Toy Story Midway Mania!, and more with shorter waits. But if you don’t buy the service early in the day, you might not get the chance to!

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Genie+ Stays at Highest Price on Christmas Eve in Disney World

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Merry Christmas Eve to those of you who celebrate! If you don’t — Happy Saturday!

Christmas in Magic Kingdom!

If you’re in the parks, you can watch some special holiday entertainment over the next few days, and there are tons of holiday snacks to grab around the resort. While all of that is wonderful, there can be some downsides to visiting during the most magical time of the year — primarily crowds. And with big crowds and high levels of demand for the parks can come some BIG increases on Genie+ prices. And that’s exactly what we’re seeing…

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Genie+ Price DROPS $12 Following a Holiday Week in Disney World

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Going to Disney World is not inexpensive, although we do our best to help you save money when you’re planning a trip.

Expedition Everest Lightning Lane

One aspect that makes things more difficult is the new surge pricing, which affects everything from one-day park tickets to Genie+. However, sometimes surge pricing can work in your favor, like today, when the price of Genie+ is the lowest we’ve seen all week.

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