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There have been some big announcements during the Walt Disney Company’s Q3 earnings call.
Bob Chapek
So far, we’ve learned that Disney Parks revenue has increased by $4.3 billion, Disney+ subscribers have risen, and the new ad-supported Disney+ subscription tier is launching this December. Details about Disney Genie+ have also been shared, and we have an update that may surprise you!
It has been a BIG year for Disney World!
Cinderella Castle
Entertainment options have returned, restaurants have opened, and we’ve also gotten new rides and even resorts! But the excitement isn’t over yet. This fall is set to be a busy time in the parks, and there are quite a few new things you need to know if you’re traveling soon. Here’s everything you need to know about Disney World in August!
Just because Disney World is The Most Magical Place on Earth doesn’t mean it can’t use some improvements!
Main Street U.S.A.
We know that many Disney fans have thoughts about recent changes in the parks, especially when it comes to Genie+, price increases, and crowds. So how do guests propose to fix the problems they see in the parks? We’re about to find out! [Read more…]
Heading to Disney World soon? If you haven’t stayed up-to-date on all the latest Disney news, you could go in unprepared.
Cinderella Castle
From important Genie+ changes to construction updates that have CLOSED an entire store, we’ve got everything you need to know right here!
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!
We LOVE Disney World…but also, we sometimes HATE Disney World.
Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Okay, we don’t hate ALL of Disney World, but like any other place, there are some things in the parks that might not be the most enjoyable. Whether it’s the manic weather or the hefty bill we have to foot at the end of our trip, there are some things in Disney World that we despise. But many times, you can actually avoid those problems!
If you’re stuck at home and missing the parks, Disney recently released a recipe that might help you feel a little less like a Genie trapped in a lamp!
Abu and Genie at a Cast Member Celebration!
We’ve got all kinds of Disney recipes here on DFB, from fan-favorite snacks to very tasty desserts. Now, Disney has released a new recipe that you can try at home!Â
If you’ve visited Disney World recently, you’ve probably noticed that every day is VERY different.
Balloons on Main Street, U.S.A.
Whether it’s crowds or weather or even announcements, things can change fast in Disney World! We’ve compiled a list of all the BIGGEST unexpected news of the week, so check it out!
June was a jam-packed month in Disney World!
Cinderella Castle
So many things happened in June, like the announcement of holiday offerings in both Disney World and Disneyland, the return of popular offerings, and more! Let’s get into the biggest things that we learned in Disney World in June!
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