Our last review of the Little Mermaid guest rooms at Art of Animation Resort now comes across as too harsh. Walt Disney World’s standard accommodations at this fan-favorite hotel have gotten a lot better, and this reevaluates them based on value for money, location, themed design, quality, and more. One thing I do want to …

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While we’re eagerly awaiting to see “Disney Starlight” light up the streets of Magic Kingdom, I had the chance to speak with the creative team behind the magic to share everything we have to look forward to soon.   When is “Disney Starlight” coming to Magic Kingdom?   It’s official! Just announced: you can dream the night …

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June 23, 2025, 12:30 PM · Universal Orlando kicked off its Halloween Horror Nights reveal week today with the announcement of its second original concept house.Hatchet and Chains: Demon Bounty Hunters will join the line-up at this year’s Halloween Horror Nights, which starts August 29 at Universal Studios Florida.”In this Old West town, all hell …

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An early look at what could be coming to Bedford, England’s new Universal Great Britain theme park would be the United Kingdom’s Tallest and Fastest Roller Coaster—reaching 88mph at almost 100 meters in the air. The rendering created by AmusementInsider (embedded below) is considered a concept, but based on previous posts by the outlet, it …

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Walt Disney World Dolphin Resort in twilight. (photo by @bioreconstruct) Shula’s Steak House at the Dolphin closed its doors just last week on June 15, to make way for Michael Mina’s Bourbon Steak. And it looks like they’re going to turn the tables quickly on this one, as reservations for Bourbon Steak are already available …

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Epic Universe’s first month since the grand opening has been a wild ride. The park continues to see high wait times and crowd levels, but not necessarily attendance. The bigger story today is the operational inconsistency, with some rides quietly opening early and/or staying open an hour after official park closing as a ‘surprise & …

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Attention, Disney Parks: incoming transmission from the Communiverse! In celebration of “Elio,” Disney and Pixar’s all-new film playing only in theaters, Elio’s world has been beamed down to Earth to share new intergalactic treats, products, dance parties, and more! Check out how you can join in on the fun this summer at Disney Experiences!   Walt …

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