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ALL 59 Attractions Included with Genie+ in Disney World!

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UPDATED July 24, 2024

Disney World launched the Genie+ system on October 19th, 2021. This new service replaced the previous FastPass+ system in the parks!

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Pricing for Genie+ varies by date, starting at $15 per day, per ticket* at Disney World (*Prices vary by date and by park), and it allows guests to reserve rides to skip the line at, essentially like they did with FastPass+, except you will now enter these attractions using the new Lightning Lanes (which are just the FastPass+ lanes with a new name). We have a complete list of the rides that will be included with the new Genie+ system. [Read more…]

Our NEW Tips for Planning a Trip to Disney World with Disney Genie

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BIG changes are coming to Disney World with the introduction of Disney Genie, Genie+, and Individual Attraction Selection.

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It can be hard to know how all these new features will fit into your Disney World vacation planning. So we did our research and came up with new tips for planning your best Disney World vacation while keeping Genie in mind! Whether you’re planning on using the Genie features or not, these tips should help you make the most of your time in the parks. [Read more…]

What’s New at Hollywood Studios: A Spicy Hotdog and Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Construction

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Hi there, DFB friends! We’re back with more of what’s new at Disney’s Hollywood Studios!

Tower of Terror

There’s some food and construction news as well as Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance news, so let’s get into it!

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What’s New in Magic Kingdom: 50th Anniversary Updates and LOTS of New Signs

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Magic Kingdom has been hopping with exciting additions recently!

There are so many new things to check out!

We’ve seen new Lightning Lane signs, the Disney Fab 50 character statues, 50th Anniversary decorations, new merchandise, and so much more. Want to know what you missed if you haven’t stopped by in a few days? Here’s everything that’s new in Magic Kingdom!

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ALL the Lightning Lanes We’ve Spotted in Disney World So Far!

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Disney’s Fastpass+ service is no longer in place, but there’s a NEW Fastpass+ replacement coming soon to Disney World called Disney Genie+. If you miss strolling through the Fastpass line to board your favorite attraction, you might be interested in paying for Disney Genie+, which will give guests access to over 40 attractions in Disney World.

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As we wait for Disney Genie to take over, we’ve been keeping our eyes out for new Lightning Lane signage around the parks. We put together a handy little list of ALL the Disney attractions that will use Lightning Lanes (AKA the old Fastpass lane).

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What’s New at Magic Kingdom: A 50th Anniversary Popcorn Box and Tiara!

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Hello, DFB friends! We’re here with more of what’s new at Magic Kingdom.

Cinderella Castle

We’ve been seeing more and more 50th anniversary statues pop up, new Cinderella wreaths, and even a favorite treat return. Now we have another 50th anniversary item to share and more progress toward Disney launching the Genie+ program!

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How the Rise of the Resistance Change Will Impact Pay-Per-Ride in Disney World

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Ever wanted to ride Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance WITHOUT a Boarding Group?

Rise of the Resistance

We’ve seen Rise of the Resistance open to guests without a boarding group very rarely, but other than that boarding groups have generally been required. Soon, however, things will be changing. How will these upcoming changes potentially impact the situation with the NEW, paid FastPass-like systems Disney will be rolling out soon? Here are our thoughts.

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PHOTOS: Rise of the Resistance Gets a Lightning Lane in Disney World — Here’s What that Means

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Disney recently introduced a new system to replace the FastPass+ program in Disney World — Genie+. This will be the new way to essentially skip the standby lines on rides around the parks.

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However, now, you can only have a reservation for one ride at a time (compared to the previous 3), and you have to pay to use this feature (which used to be free). Genie+ will be $15 per person, per day and you will now use the Lightning Lane to enter rides instead of the FastPass+ lane. Select high demand rides will not be a part of Genie+, but you will be able to buy access to their Lightning Lanes individually. We’ve seen several Lightning Lane signs go up around the parks over the past week, and we just spotted another new one in Hollywood Studios!

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A New Annual Pass Program, Space 220 Opening Date, and Other BIG Disney News You Need to Know!

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Another week has gone by in the world and the Disney parks, and what a week it has been!

New 50th Anniversary Sign

Over the past few days, we’ve gotten HUGE news about Disney World’s new Annual Pass program, received details about the official opening date for Space 220, and much more. Want to make sure you’re up to date on all the latest and greatest Disney news? You’re in the right place! Today we’re breaking down this week’s BIGGEST Disney news stories right here!

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What’s New at Magic Kingdom: Lightning Lane Signs and More 50th Anniversary Decor

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Hello, DFB friends! It’s time to go over what’s new at Magic Kingdom!

As Disney World’s 50th Anniversary approaches, we’re seeing more and more updates in the park! We stopped by the park recently to see what other new things we could spot. Let’s go over everything new in Magic Kingdom.

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