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NEWS! Close-Up Look at Disney’s NEW Muppets Ride Coming to Hollywood Studios

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I’d be lying if I said tears weren’t shed when MuppetVision was given its final show date. While not everything was quickly forgotten, it’s hard not to feel excited for the new Muppet roller coaster in Hollywood Studios.

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Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith is being transformed into Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets (can we all agree we’re just going to call it rock ‘n’?), and it’s coming in hot summer 2026. Disney released new concept art, and we’re going through all the details you won’t want to miss.

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The Secret to an EMPTY Disney World? After Hours Tickets Are on Sale Now

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If you’ve never had the chance to go to an After Hours event at Disney World, you could be missing out on the magic of ride after ride with no lines.

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There are different After Hours at three of the four parks right now, where, after the park closes, you can spend hours snagging free snacks, hopping on rides with almost no lines, and enjoying the serenity of an empty theme park. If you’re staying at a Disney World Hotel soon, you get to grab your After Hours tickets early.

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FIRST LOOK: New Christmas Souvenirs Drop in Disney World

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Christmas has hit Disney World, and we’re SO ready to grab new merchandise to celebrate.

Holiday merch is here!

We visited Magic Kingdom to explore the Emporium’s new Christmas collections and help get into the holiday spirit. It’s only October, but seasonal souvenirs are known to sell out fast in stores and online. Ready to take a peek?

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37 Critical Dates for Disney World Fans in 2026

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UPDATED March 19, 2026

2026 is in full swing! We saw a lot in 2025, from ride closures to reopenings to hotel refurbishments, plenty of new snacks and merchandise, and just about everything in between. 2025 was great, but we’re now in a new Disney era!

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For your 2026 trip, there are some key dates you’ll want to know before booking your vacation.

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The New Toniebox 2 Just Released On Amazon

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If your kids love playing with the Toniebox, they’re going to love this new update!

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The Toniebox 2 has just been released, encouraging independent play for kids by allowing them to easily select their own stories, songs, and games by adding their favorite characters to the top of the box. We found the best Tonies for Disney Kids to grow up to become the best Disney Adults.

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The NEW Reason You Should AVOID Buying Lightning Lanes at This Disney World Park

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Lightning Lanes are one of the best ways to save time by skipping the lines at your favorite rides at Disney World. While you have to pay for the passes, time is money in Disney World, and you can get even more bang for your buck on your vacation.

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We love using Lightning Lanes, but there’s one park we’ve always struggled to see the need for the extra upcharge. While we love visiting Animal Kingdom, there aren’t very many attractions with Lightning Lane options. If you’ve been debating whether you should get Lightning Lanes on your Animal Kingdom day, this might persuade you to save some money.

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Disney’s 3 New Christmas Minnie Ears Are Sure to Sell Out Fast

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It may only be October, but I’m ready to switch over my orange to red and green and start down Main Street, U.S.A., with snow falling around the twinkling lights. Every year, I admire the holiday Mickey ears, and every year, I always wait too long to buy them.

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We pulled three of our new favorite holiday ears that you’ll want to snag before Christmastime hits Disney World. Even though the giant Christmas trees haven’t popped up around the parks yet, you do not want to wait till you see the first wreath — they’ll be sold out long before Christmas Day!

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All the Disney Advent Calendars On SALE During Amazon Prime Big Deal Days

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The 2025 Holiday Season is almost here — no, we can’t believe it either — and with it comes shopping! Thanks to Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days, you can get the jump on some of the most in-demand Disney Holiday items, including these Advent Calendars!

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Now, obviously, these Advent Calendars provide a fun way to count down to Christmas, especially for those who have youngsters. However, they are not only useful for counting down to Christmas. In fact, you can use one to count down to any special occasion in a fun way! Or, it’s always smart to get ahead and make sure you already have what you need before the clock strikes December 1!

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Park-Tested: Are HOKA Shoes Worth It for Disney World?

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There are so many shoe options available for Disney World. Should you go with ones you use at home? A new pair to break in? How much cushion should it have? With all these options, it can be challenging to determine where to begin.

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That’s why we’re here! We visit Disney World every day, so trust us, we know a good pair of shoes when we see one. We have tested dozens of different shoes in the parks and wanted to give you our honest thoughts on the very popular HOKAs.

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