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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!

WHY Disney Raised Genie+ Prices and How To AVOID Paying More

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Skipping the line at Disney World rides is now more expensive than ever, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t still ways to save!

Expedition Everest Lightning Lane

Genie+ is the new(ish) way to bypass the standby lines at many Disney World rides and hop into the Lightning Lane instead, which means you’ll spend less time waiting in line. When the system was introduced in October 2021, it started out at $15 per person, per day in Disney World and $20 per person, per day in Disneyland. Recently Disney announced some major price increases for both resorts. So WHY did Disney up the price, and how can you avoid paying extra? [Read more…]

How Surge Pricing Is Changing the Way People Go to Disney World

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If you thought your last Disney World trip was expensive, get ready. 💰

Hollywood Studios

A number of price increases have hit Disney World lately, on everything from food to Genie+. But more price changes are on the way. We’ve already seen “surge pricing” introduced with Disney World’s tickets and Individual Lightning Lane purchases, but soon surge pricing will impact Disney World prices even more and it’s critical that you be prepared.

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The 5 BIGGEST Things You NEED to Know If You’re Traveling to Disney World Soon

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Things change pretty regularly in Disney World, so it’s hard to keep up with everything going on!

Tree of Life

But, that’s why we’re here — we keep up with EVERYTHING so we can tell you about it without you having to hunt down all of that specific info on your own. What’s closed, what’s open, what’s new, what’s gone forever — we’ve got you covered. If you’re going to Disney World soon, it’s important to know about some things that might be different compared to the last time you visited. So, let’s break down what you need to know!

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How to Escape to Disney World for a Weekend

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DON’T PANIC!

Hollywood Studios

If you’re in the situation where you really want to go to Disney World, but you’ve only got two days to get it all done…don’t freak out yet. It may seem like a daunting task (because there’s SO much to do across the property!), but a short vacation is completely doable. That’s why we’re sharing our tips for how to have a successful trip in just two days!

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I’ll Never Pay For This in Disney World Again

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Most people are aware of how expensive it can be to visit Disney World — but some of those expenses can (and SHOULD) be avoided.

What do YOU bring to the parks?

Whether you prefer a strict budget or are more open to making spontaneous financial decisions, there are definitely some pricey mistakes that you don’t want to make. But don’t stress! We’re here to tell you what we’d NEVER buy again, and hopefully, you’ll avoid making the same choices.

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Everything You Can Get for FREE at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party in Disney World

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As Olaf would say, “Happy merry holly jolly seasons greetings here!”

Magic Kingdom’s Christmas Tree!

It’s time for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party to kick off in Disney World, and we’re ready to check out the celebrations! This is the first year the party has taken place officially since 2019, and many guests are EXCITED. (Tickets are already selling out!) So to get ya ready, we’re sharing the list of things that you can get for FREE at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party!

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Disney Needs to Fix This Huge Problem. Here’s How to Avoid It in the Meantime.

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There’s simply not enough time in the world to do everything you want to do in Disney World.

Holidays!

When you’re trying to squeeze in dining reservations, rides, Genie+ Lightning Lanes, shopping, and more – there are bound to be slow-downs and time conflicts. But there’s also a BIG problem that can happen very easily and Disney has yet to fix it. 

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A Timeline of Disney CEO Bob Chapek’s Financial Decisions 2020-2022

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Whether you agree with what he’s done or not — Bob Chapek has changed the House of Mouse forever.

Bob Chapek

Since first taking the helm as Chief Executive Officer almost three full years ago, Chapek has faced no shortage of challenges both specific to The Walt Disney Company and on a broader, more global scale as well. So, what all has transpired since Bob Chapek took over as The Walt Disney Company CEO? Let’s take a closer look.

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What the Next 5 Years Look Like for Disney World

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UPDATED: September 7, 2024

If you’ve been a Disney World fan for all of about five minutes, you probably know that the parks are constantly changing.

Walt and Mickey

Not only that, but change can happen a lot more quickly than you might think. In the past five years, we’ve seen new attractions, restaurants, skip-the-line services, price increases, and more. With so much change happening in such a short period, it’s only a matter of time before we might look at Disney World and hardly even recognize it. We might not be able to see the future, but we can take a look at what the next five years look like for Disney World!

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Genie+ Reaches $30 Price Point in Disneyland

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Genie+ allows Disneyland guests to skip long standby lines and use the Lightning Lane at many attractions.

Disneyland’s Sleeping Beauty Castle

Recently, Genie+ switched its pricing from a standard $20 per day to surge pricing, meaning that the price would fluctuate based on how much demand there was for the service. Today, we’ve seen the highest price yet for Genie+ in Disneyland.

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