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Water Taxi (photo by Brandon Glover) Water Taxis are a transportation option at Universal Orlando that takes guests between select hotels and CityWalk, where, from there, it is a quick walk to Universal Studios Florida or Islands of Adventure. Taxis start operating half an hour before Early Park Admission and stop when CityWalk closes, with …

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Walt Disney World has discontinued the discount MagicBand+ program for pre-arrival Walt Disney World resort hotel guests and Annual Passholders. With this, it’s another end of an era for the popular wearables; what was once a fan-favorite on-site perk when it launched has declined in popularity in the years since and is now quietly being …

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Get ready Golden State residents, the Disneyland Resort is announcing a doozy of a deal planned just for you to make memories with family and friends at an incredible value. Coming soon for a limited time, California residents can visit both Disneyland park and Disney California Adventure park with a 3-Day Park Hopper ticket for …

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October 7, 2025, 2:57 PM · Universal Beijing Resort is doubling down on Halloween, offering its largest spooky event to date. Branded “Scares @ Universal,” ostensibly to sidestep any potential sensitivities and make expectations clear to an audience not necessarily familiar with American Halloween culture, this year continues to experiment with blending established horror IP …

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Marceline Market is not self-service; you’ll pass your plate across to a Cast Member and they’ll pass it back with your food. This can sometimes be a challenge, but many guests appreciate that it feels more hygienic than a self-service buffet. And speaking of hygiene, there are handwashing stations at the entrance to the dining …

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Background music is one of the little things we love about Walt Disney World. We’ve been big fans of it for years, having procured a collection for the last 18 years. If you want a way to mentally transport yourself back to the parks or focus while working or studying, this list of our favorite …

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Calling all lovers of Disney history and lore! Can you believe we are celebrating another milestone over at Walt Disney World?  After starting off in 1975 as the Lake Buena Vista Shopping Village with just 37 restaurants and retail locations, this year marks the 10th anniversary of the property’s transformation into Disney Springs. Now, Disney Springs …

Shopping and Sunshine: The 50-Year Journey of Disney Springs Read More »