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NEWS: How You Book Park Pass Reservations Has CHANGED in Disney World

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A lot of things have changed about Disney World since the global pandemic shut down the parks in 2020.

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The Disney Dining Plan disappeared, Extra Magic Hours shifted into something new, and the free FastPass+ was replaced by Genie+, which you have to pay for. Another thing that switched up was how you plan your Disney World vacation — you now need both a theme park ticket AND a theme park reservation in order to get into the parks. This system doesn’t seem to be leaving any time soon, but it IS changing.

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We’re Answering ALL of Your Questions About Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party in Disney World

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Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is BACK in Disney World after a 2-year hiatus. This party includes an exclusive parade, a Halloween fireworks show, lots of rare characters, ride overlays, and more. There’s a LOT to keep track of if you want to maximize your time at the party — and we’re here to help you out.

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Whether it’s your first time at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary or your 50th, you probably have questions about how the party works, what’s different or new this year, what things you should definitely not miss, what crowds are like at the party, and so on. We’ve gathered up a list of your questions, and we have all the answers! [Read more…]

This Is a Sign to Book Your Halloween Disney World Park Passes NOW

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We have some pretty spine-chilling news, you guys.

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How are you celebrating Halloween on October 31st? Well, if you’re hoping to spend the spooky day in Magic Kingdom, we can’t really blame you. The park is filled with frighteningly-fun décor, treats, costumes, and more. But are you ready for the scary news? If you haven’t gotten your park pass reservation for October 31st yet, you may already be too late. 

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2023 Disneyland Vacation Packages NOW AVAILABLE for Booking!

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Planning a Disney trip can be STRESSFUL. You’ve got to think about hotel reservations, where to eat, and getting those park passes before they run out. That’s why many people plan their Disney vacation several months or even years in advance.

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With so much to think about, it’s best to start planning as early as possible. So if you’re hoping to visit Disneyland sometime in 2023, we’ve got important news for you! [Read more…]

NEWS: Disney CEO Bob Chapek Makes Statement on the Park Pass Reservation System

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Disney’s Park Pass Reservation System has been something of a sore spot for many guests.

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Gone are the days of being able to waltz into the parks at your leisure. Now we’re left having to make our plans in advance. Disney held its third-quarter earnings call in August of 2022, and we found out all sorts of juicy information about Disney+ and the new ad-supported plan. Not only that, but we also heard from CEO Bob Chapek about the reservation system and what it means for the company.

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We Polled Thousands of Disney Fans On How Disney World Can Improve Their Experience. Here’s What They Said.

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Just because Disney World is The Most Magical Place on Earth doesn’t mean it can’t use some improvements!

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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…]

A Look at Disney World Hours and Park Pass Availability for the Week

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Are you up to date on all the latest Disney World news?

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We’ve got all the Disney updates you need, from the new Dole Whips popping up around the parks for Dole Whip Day, to these exclusive retro Mickey Ears! We wanna make sure you know everything you need to know before you head to the Disney parks, so keep reading to see some essential info if you’re going to Disney World over the next week!

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MORE Bonus Reservations Available for Disney World Annual Passholders

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Is there really such a thing as going to Disney World TOO much?

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You may have guessed our answer based on what we do for a living, but we don’t think so! However, if you’re trying to hit up the parks frequently these days, one big obstacle may stand in your way- the Disney Park Pass reservation system. The system has its own set of rules and limitations, and it can be frustrating to use sometimes. However, if you’re hoping to visit this weekend, making park passes just got easier for one select group!

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CHANGE to Booking Park Passes on Disney World’s App

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A BIG change happened when Disney World reopened in 2020 and guests were introduced to the park pass reservation system.

If you want to visit Animal Kingdom, you have to book a park pass reservation

That system has stayed in place, and it seems like it’s going to be around for at least a while longer. So Disney World guests now must have a valid ticket PLUS a reservation for a park for a specific day (although they can hop to another park later without a reservation for THAT park). Now, how that reservation is made looks a little different on the My Disney Experience app.

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Something WEIRD is Happening in Disney World in October

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If you’re planning a Disney World vacation for later this year, you might have already bought your tickets, but there could be something you’re forgetting about.

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Park Pass Reservations! Yep, Disney World is still requiring Park Pass Reservations in addition to a ticket to get into the parks. Even if you don’t know which park you want to visit on a certain day in December of 2022, it’s a good idea to go ahead and make your reservations because they can fill up. You can switch them around later (depending on availability), but it’s better to have a reservation to a different park rather than no reservation at all! But, if you’re planning to visit the parks this October, you might already be out of luck.

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