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One of the hottest and most controversial topics over the last year-plus has been the claim that Walt Disney World and Disneyland are turning their backs on middle class families with young children. The company has heard these complaints, and is actively working on changes to address the criticism. This is hugely positive news, and …

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What began as an ambitious vision from Walt and Roy O. Disney more than 60 years ago has since grown into the largest and most visited theme park destination in the world. The story of Walt Disney World in Florida dates back to a November day in 1965. The Disney brothers joined the state’s Governor …

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March 5, 2026, 3:55 PM · Universal has plans for a more dynamic flying theater ride system. Typical flying theaters move entire rows of otherwise fixed seats into a position where they appear suspended above a screen. That makes it feel like viewers are flying above the scenes in front of them. Disney’s Soarin’ was …

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Our post from yesterday explains that Disney is now charging tax on festival dishes. This was a low profile way for them to raise the prices on all festival items without the change being obvious at first glance. In addition to now charging taxes, outdoor kitchens no longer accept cash. If cash was your plan, …

Flower & Garden Looks and Tastes Different This Year Read More »

Magic Kingdom is about to have its least-busy day until at least the start of Party Season, easily it’s lowest crowd date of the first 8 months of 2026, and perhaps #1 of the entire year once the dust settles. Here’s when to visit, which is the same day a private Dave Matthews Band is …

Lowest Crowd Day to Visit Magic Kingdom in 2026, Before Private Dave Matthews Band Concert at Night! Read More »

Star Wars fans and brick builders alike can now delight in bringing their LEGO brick-built creations to life with the new LEGO SMART Play platform, featuring new Star Wars building sets. Powered by the LEGO SMART Brick, LEGO builds can, for the first time, respond to how they are played with – a galaxy far, …

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March 2, 2026, 5:29 PM · If you are planning a visit to Disney or any other popular theme park this year, let’s take a moment to talk about how you will remember that visit in the years ahead.Taking pictures is as much a part of visiting a theme park as going on rides, watching …

How to take pictures in a theme park, the nice way Read More »