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No Lie. You Need to Skip These 5 Disney World Hotels in 2026.

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Which hotel you stay at during a Disney World vacation always comes down to personal choice, but there are a few hotels we need to warn you about.

Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort

We LOVE the Disney World hotels. The theming, perks, proximity to the parks, and fantastic amenities keep us coming back for more. With all that said, 2026 is shaping up to be a year where you’re going to want to be very picky about where you stay. Not all Disney World hotels are created equal, and some of these resorts may disappoint you during your next stay…

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New Rules for Rise of the Resistance That Disney Adults Are Begging For

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Rise of the Resistance is an incredible ride and one of the best attractions in the world…but it’s not flawless.

Stormtroopers in Rise of the Resistance

This popular trackless Star Wars ride is located at both Disneyland Park and Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Galaxy’s Edge. It often draws long waits thanks to its immersive storytelling, innovative ride mechanics, thrills, and unforgettable set pieces. And yet, the ride still has some issues that we’d like to see resolved.

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13 Disney World Hotels Are Construction Zones Right Now. Here’s the Full List.

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Disney World is always changing…which means construction is inevitable during your next vacation.

Disney’s Wilderness Lodge

While ride refurbishments and theme park expansions dominate Disney World construction discourse, hotel projects hardly go unnoticed. Hotel construction affects where you’ll stay and what kind of lodging experience, after all. In fact, 13 hotels are already scheduled to undergo significant construction. Let’s go over which hotels will be affected and what kind of work will be done at each!

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Disney World Fans Are Demanding a Skyliner Expansion — Why That’s an Impossible Ask

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It’s only natural that Disney fans want MORE of this popular Disney World transportation!

Disney Skyliner

TheDisney Skyliner is a FREE gondola system at Disney World that been an integral part of the way Disney guests get around the resort since it opened in 2019. Though it isn’t perfect, fans have really loved how this sky-based transportation connects four Disney incredibly popular hotels to both Disney’s Hollywood Studios and EPCOT in a convenient fashion. Arguably Disney’s most efficient form of transportation methods, it only makes sense that many guests want the Skyliner to be expanded to include MORE Disney World hotels and parks. Here’s why that’s unlikely to happen…

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7 Amazon Finds That Bring Disneyland Home

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If you’re missing Disneyland and want to bring a little bit of “The Happiest Place On Earth” home, look no further!

Sleeping Beauty Castle in Disneyland

We’re always looking for ways to extend that special Disneyland magic when we get home. Fortunately, Amazon has us covered with some FANTASTIC Disneyland-themed souvenirs that make us feel like we’re back in the parks! Here are some of our favorites!

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3 Important Rules You Should Know Before Choosing Your Seat on Southwest Airlines

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Over the past several months, Southwest Airlines has implemented some pretty controversial changes — including assigned seating.

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For decades, Southwest Airlines was a go-to airline for so many travelers because you didn’t pick a seat. Instead, if you didn’t have any special perks, you joined a boarding position queue and hoped for a good group. From there, you picked an open seat you like and grabbed overhead space where available. It was a well-liked system among Southwest patrons that OFFICIALLY ENDED on January 27th, 2026, when Southwest rolled out mandatory assigned seating. The new seating policy has now completely changed how we fly with Southwest. If you plan on flying with the popular airline again, there are a few REALLY important things you need to know before you select seats.

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You May Want to Avoid Disneyland on These 46 Dates in 2026

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Is there a time we absolutely refuse to visit Disneyland? NEVER. With that said…some days are better than others.

Sleeping Beauty Castle!

Guests visiting Disneyland in 2026 are in for a real treat with special celebrations, enhanced rides, and an unforgettable experience. With that said, if your main goal is to avoid crowds or catch the resort when it’s offering lower wait times, these are the dates you’ll want to stay away from Disneyland in 2026…

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We Finally Know What Is Going in This Abandoned Store at Disney Springs

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After over two years, a once-abandoned Disney Springs location is about to welcome a highly anticipated restaurant!

Site of the upcoming Six Ravens

The Art of Shaving at The Landing in Disney Springs closed PERMANENTLY in 2024, and its absence has been notable ever since. Before it closed on January 2nd, 2024, this store was a premier men’s grooming shop that offered luxury shaving products and a high-end barber spa for haircuts and shaves — done by trained master barbers. The empty building has remained in Disney Springs all this time, but it will soon be occupied as early as this year!

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Why Every Disney Adult Is Buying These Pillows From Amazon

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Did you know you can make every day feel like a stay at a Disney World hotel???

Look at the Pixar-themed pillows

If you’ve ever wished you could take your Disney hotel room home with you and transform your own bedroom into a fabulous Disney stay, you’re certainly not alone. While completely turning your room into a replica of a Disney hotel would take a bunch of time and money, you don’t have to break the bank to bring home a Disney hotel essential that will make you feel like you’re sleeping in a Disney resort hotel bed!

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3 Nights vs. 7 Nights: The Harsh Truth About Which Disney Cruise Is Better

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Which Disney cruise works best for you is certainly a personal preference, but it’s undeniable that each offers its own set of pros and cons.

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While there is no universally better Disney Cruise length, there is certainly one you’ll prefer. The difference between a 3-night sailing trip and a 7-night sailing trip with the Disney Cruise Line is WAY bigger than most people realize. Different vibes, different value equations, different experiences, different locations, and very different expectations once you’re actually onboard will totally factor into which cruise you opt for.

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