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Is Disney Moving Forward With Its Decision to Overhaul the Abandoned Starcruiser Hotel?

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Disney abandoned the Star Wars-themed hotel in Disney World for various reasons, primarily having to do with revenue. Many fans of the saga were disappointed they never got the opportunity to visit the ultra-immersive, cruise-like experience, while others weren’t surprised by its closing.

Entrance to the Star Cruiser

Now that it’s closed, it’s just a giant cement building sitting just outside Hollywood Studios. So, what does Disney plan to do with it, and have there been any updates? Let’s dig into the current state of the Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser Hotel.

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Universal Confirms MAJOR Changes Coming to Islands of Adventure Park

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Early in September, Universal Orlando stated that construction will be coming soon to the Islands of Adventure theme park. Director of Public Relations Kristen Smith said in an emailed statement to the Orlando Business Journal that, “In the coming months, there will be construction activity in Lost Continent as part of site planning to ensure the area is ready for any future developments.”

Islands of Adventure Main Entrance

The Lost Continent is one of the islands at the theme park, and several attractions there have been closed down for a while. We also spotted a permit for the demolition of five acres within Islands of Adventure, approximately the size of the closed attractions in The Lost Continent. So what exactly will be getting demolished at Islands of Adventure, and what will remain? Well, we don’t know for sure yet, but we do have some ideas.

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The One Thing to Make Your Ride on Rise of the Resistance 10X Better in Disney World

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Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Disney World is a Star Wars fan’s dream vacation. You get to dive into the galaxy and become immersed in the stories through shopping, dining, and rides.

Rise of the Resistance

One of the rides in this land is Rise of the Resistance. It’s quite possibly the BEST ride in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. It’s a trackless ride, which keeps you guessing on where you’re going next, and it’s jam-packed with action from beginning to end, including your time in the queue. But if you want to make it even BETTER, we recommend doing this one thing!

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REVIEW: Why You Should Skip Disney World’s Cinderella’s Royal Table and Eat HERE Instead

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Cinderella’s Royal Table is iconic for its location and princess meet-and-greets. As you dine inside Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom, several Disney princesses come around to visit you and your family. It’s a fairytale come true for many people.

Meet Cinderella while dining on fairytale-inspired fare.

While Cinderella’s Royal Table is a fun and beautiful experience, there is a better dining location we would recommend instead! Here’s why.

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Disney Just Released a Bunch of NEW Loungefly Bags Online, and We Can’t Choose a Favorite

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Loungefly bags continue to be popular among Disney fans. They make great park bags and convenient every day bags.

We love Loungefly!

New Loungefly styles are released frequently, making these bags fun to collect. Now that a few new styles have been recently launched, we can’t decide which one is our favorite! Oh, well, we might just have to get them all. 😉

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5 NEW Fall Procedures Will Go Into Effect in Disney World

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Summer is officially over, and now it’s time for Fall in Disney World! That means Halloween-themed snacks, a Halloween party, and pumpkin and apples everywhere. It also means a few new procedures, changes, and experiences have started or will be coming soon.

It’s pumpkin season!

Let’s take a look at these five new procedure and experience changes hitting the theme parks, so you can be prepared on your autumn trip to Disney World!

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10 Attractions That Will Be Closed in Disney’s Hollywood Studios for the Rest of 2025

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Disney is revamping parts of Hollywood Studios, including Muppets Courtyard and Animation Courtyard. Muppets Courtyard closed on June 7th, while Animation Courtyard just recently closed on September 25th. The area that was once Muppets Courtyard will become Monsters, Inc. Land, and Animation Courtyard will be The Walt Disney Studios upon reopening in 2026.

Animation Courtyard

With these areas of the park closed, there are now 10 attractions you will no longer be able to experience. New attractions will be coming soon, but in the meantime, we’ll all need to get used to seeing construction walls.

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The New Problem Disney Adults Are Having at the Polynesian Village Resort

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Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort will have you saying “Aloha” while enjoying some tropical drinks with your ‘ohana. The Hawaiian vibes take you on a relaxing getaway right by Magic Kingdom.

Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

Guests love the tropical theming, subtle Lilo & Stitch and Moana details, and the beach. There are some great places to dine, and you can catch the Monorail right from the hotel to Magic Kingdom or the Transportation and Ticket Center to EPCOT. This is a fan-favorite resort; however, those of us who love it are starting to have a new problem with it.

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The ONE Thing Every Disney Mom Packs for Magic Kingdom

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Disney moms know what they’re doing, even when they worry they’re not doing enough. As a mom, you pack everything you can possibly think of for your Disney World trip and still worry you’ve forgotten something.

Stroller parking at Prince Charming Regal Carrousel

But if there’s one thing you need to remember to pack, it’s one of these items (depending on your kiddo’s age)! Trust us, these will be lifesavers while you’re standing in the wildly long lines at Magic Kingdom or any of the other parks!

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5 Very Specific Disney World Mini-Guides

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Disney Food Blog was created with the goal of helping people plan for their next big Disney World vacations, and that goal is still at the forefront of everything we do!

Magic Kingdom

That’s why we have created full guide books AND several mini-guides on all things Disney and Disney World. We want to help you get the most out of your vacation. So whether you have special diet needs, want to know everything about all the fireworks shows, or just need to know how to get from Magic Kingdom back to your hotel, here are five mini-guides to help you out!

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