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NEWS: Annual Passholder Previews Are NOW OPEN For Tiana’s Bayou Adventure in Magic Kingdom! Here’s How It’s Going…

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Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Annual Passholder previews have officially BEGUN! And while a bunch of folks have been able to preview this attraction in the past few weeks, it HAS been struggling, plagued with evacuations and ride shut-downs. And this morning seems to already have another delay. 

Tiana’s Bayou Adventure!

We’ve already had the chance to ride thanks to a few preview opportunities, but Annual Passholders will also get the chance to experience the ride a bit early, too. Now that Annual Passholder previews have begun, we’re bringing you everything you need to know about the Virtual Queue process and this morning’s delay!

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A NEW Virtual Queue Has Arrived in the Disney World App

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We’re inching closer to the opening of a brand-new ride in Disney World!

View from the top of the drop!

Tiana’s Bayou Adventure is set to open on June 28th, 2024, and we are pumped! We’ve already had the chance to ride thanks to some Cast Member and media previews, but if you’re an Annual Passholder, you’ll get the opportunity to hop on the ride a little early as well. Annual Passholder previews kick off this week, and Disney is getting prepped!

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5 Things Genie+ Experts Would Never, Ever Do in Disney World

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IMPORTANT NOTE!! Major changes are being made to the Genie+ system in Disney World starting July 24th, 2024. This post reflects the current Genie+ system that will remain in place through July 23rd, 2024. For our full page of information about the CHANGES coming to the system (which will go into effect on July 24th, 2024), click here.

We use Genie+ a LOT in Disney World, and we’ve gotten pretty good at working the system to our advantage in the past few years.

Genie+

Genie+ can feel a bit complicated with its varying prices and rules about when and how and what you can book Lightning Lane-wise, but it’s definitely possible to conquer and use to make your vacation more successful. As people who’ve used Genie+ dozens (if not hundreds) of times, today we’re sharing our list of things that Genie+ experts would NOT do in Disney World!

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A Full List of FuelRod Locations in Disney World

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Picture it: You’re in Disney World, having the time of your life! You’re hitting all the rides you want using Disney Genie+ and by checking wait times on the My Disney Experience app. You’re eating everything on your Dining Bucket List with a little help from Mobile Order and all the Advance Dining Reservations you’ve made. Then suddenly it’s the perfect moment to snap that precious picture of your little one with the one and only MICKEY MOUSE! And THAT’S when it happens…

Hey, Mickey!

You’ve received the dreaded “Low Battery” message on your phone. We’ve all been there… and frankly, we’ve been there more often these days with all of the trip planning tools available on our phones, which also happen to be our cameras. You’ve got to recharge your phone, but what if you don’t have your own charger, or maybe you’ve forgotten your charging cord? Good news: There’s a fix to this problem right in the Disney World parks and Resorts… and it’s available at more locations than you might think! [Read more…]

FULL LIST of New Additions to the My Disney Experience App

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If there is one app you should download before your trip to Disney World, it’s the My Disney Experience app.

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The My Disney Experience app has almost everything you could possibly need to get through a trip to Disney World. This app is like magic. You can make dining reservations, view attraction wait times, purchase and view your park photos, purchase and use Genie+,  and even compliment a Cast Member. This app can really help make your trip to Disney World easier and less stressful.

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Is There Really a Secret Dining Advantage If You Stay at Disney World Hotels? A Former Cast Member Weighs In!

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I used to work at one of DFB’s favorite restaurants!

Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

That’s right! I used to work over at ‘Ohana at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort! I still dream about taking home the delicious pineapple and coconut bread after a shift. This restaurant is super popular and oftentimes is a must-do during people’s vacations. Since ‘Ohana is so popular, some people will try to do whatever it takes to dine here, and I am here to debunk a go-to dining “advantage.”

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5 Disney World Changes that Just About Everyone LOVES

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Disney World trips are pretty magical, but sometimes they can feel a bit overwhelming.

Cinderella Castle

Whether it’s due to all the stress around the planning or the packing, or the stress of getting there (flying has come with some craziness lately), sometimes when you arrive at Disney World you’re feeling overwhelmed already. Luckily, Disney has been making strides over the past years to really help combat all that stress, so let’s talk about a couple of ways in which going to Disney World has gotten that much easier!

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Sneaky Disney World App Tricks That Will Make You Look Like a Genius

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Everyone knows that you can look up ride wait times, view restaurant menus, and make park pass reservations on the Disney World app. But if you know THESE sneaky tricks, you’ll look like a Disney technology GENIUS.

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One of our biggest tips for Disney World vacation planning is to download the My Disney Experience app on your phone. We’ve used this app countless times, and along the way, we’ve discovered a bunch of super cool tricks that most people don’t know about! 

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The M-Word That Can Make or Break Your Disney World Day

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Over thousands of visits to Disney World, we’ve learned plenty of life-saving tips!

Animal Kingdom

We know how to navigate the crowds, make the most of the My Disney Experience app, and where to find the best snacks, bathrooms, and hidden gems around the parks. But if you’re going to Disney World soon, we’ve got one super important tip to share — it’s about the “m-word” that can make or break your day!

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NEWS: HUGE Dining Reservation Changes NOW LIVE in the Disney World App!

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If you’re planning a Disney World trip soon, one thing you’ll want to think about before you travel is where you want to eat!

Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’

Disney World is home to over 400 restaurants, and for many of them, advance dining reservations are highly recommended. You can make dining reservations 60 days before your trip through the Disney World app or website. And if you’re getting ready to make reservations soon, you should know about a big system update!

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