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Mickey Beignets
Recently, we took a visit to Port Orleans – French Quarter Resort to once again sample one of Walt Disney World’s best-known and most beloved hotel snacks to see if it still lives up to its reputation.
As 2025 turned the page to 2026, American travelers — including those heading to Walt Disney World — caught a break at the pump.
It may be time to drive to Disney World
According to AAA, the national average gas price dropped more than 4 cents in the final week of 2025, falling to $2.89. The group says this is the cheapest December at the pump since the end of 2020.
If you’re heading to EPCOT later this month, be forewarned that one of the park’s most popular rides is going to close for a LONG-AWAITED refurbishment.
Who doesn’t love Olaf?
On January 26th, EPCOT’s mega-popular Frozen Ever After attraction is set to close for a comparatively quick refurbishment that is scheduled to make major changes to the attraction’s original animatronics.
Disney just dropped one of their most beloved seasonal deals, and fans are going crazy for it as usual!
Blizzard Beach
Right now, Disney is offering their Water Park Season Pass for $89 plus tax (ages 10 and up) and $83 plus tax (ages 3 to 9). These passes offer admission to Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon water park OR Disney’s Blizzard Beach, as the former will be open through February 14th and then close for refurbishment, while the latter will open on February 15th. [Read more…]
When it comes to Lightning Lane Multi Passes at the Magic Kingdom, not all demand is created equal.
Cinderella Castle
Disney’s current “skip-the-line” system, Lightning Lane Multi Pass, was introduced in 2024. The system, which allows guests to plan ahead of their visit and choose up to 3 Multi Pass experiences and arrival windows in a theme park (7 days in advance of their stay for Disney hotel guests and 3 days in advance for non-hotel guests), is currently available for 18 attractions at Walt Disney World’s original theme park.
2025 is just HOURS away from ending, and Disney World is set to kick off 2026 with a big return!
Festival of Fantasy Parade
After being shut down for the height of the Holiday Season — so as to make way for 12:00 PM and 3:00 PM showings of Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade from December 22nd through the 31st — The Festival of Fantasy Parade is set to return to the Magic Kingdom TOMORROW!
While there’s no doubt that Walt Disney World is “always busy”, not every day is created equal. Thanks to holidays, school breaks, and Disney events, certain days on the calendar are going to be more packed than others, including these 10 dates in 2026.
Fourth of July
Over my 30+ years visiting Walt Disney World, I’ve popped by the “Most Magical Place on Earth” during every season and can definitely attest to some being busier than others.
After thirty years rocking Hollywood Studios, the original Aerosmith version of the Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster is set to go on a permanent vacation in March of 2026. If you’re planning on catching one final encore performance from the “Bad Boys of Boston”, keep these things in mind.
Rock ‘n Roller Coaster
Originally opened in 1999, the Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster became a favorite of even the most jaded thrill ride fans quickly and has remained such for nearly 30 years. However, in 2024, Disney announced that the ride would be rethemed to the Muppets, though it will retain the musical elements. Later in 2025, Disney announced that the original version of the coaster would be closing on March 2nd, 2026.
Each and every week, we scour Amazon for the best deals on hot Disney products.
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This week, we found 4 adorable matching ensembles that would be perfect for your next trip to Disney World… or your next afternoon at home daydreaming about your next trip to Disney World.
STOP right there if you’re planning a Walt Disney World Resort vacation in 2026. Disney’s hotels have some new and updated perks, and MAJOR savings opportunities that you NEED to know about before booking.
Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort is a Deluxe Resort
Whether you’re planning on splurging on a Deluxe Resort or swinging through a value resort for a few days, every Disney hotel guest has to know about these perks and offers.
Our handy (and portable!) ebook guides make sure you get the best deals and can plan a vacation of a lifetime.
