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We have some BIG news regarding a fan-favorite EPCOT attraction.
Test Track
Disney is already working on a Country Bear Jamboree makeover in Magic Kingdom, and a beloved EPCOT attraction is meeting the same fate.
Did you know that a new EPCOT attraction is opening this year? Journey of Water — Inspired by Moana is a walk-through attraction coming to World Nature this fall.
Journey of Water Concept Art © Disney
We know that the attraction will be a “lush exploration trail” that allows visitors to “play with magical, living water” and that you’ll learn all about the importance of the natural water cycle during the experience. But how will this attraction actually work? Will there be a Lightning Lane? What about a virtual queue? Here’s what we know so far. [Read more…]
EPCOT has some of the most well-loved (as well as the most-hated) rides across ALL Disney World property.
Spaceship Earth
But what have each of these rides done to earn their famous/infamous reputations? Find out TODAY, here on DFB Guide.
We’ve learned a LOT about Genie+ since it first launched at Disney World in 2021.
Genie+
We’ve used it countless times and learned the ins and outs, the little secrets, and all the tips that you need to know in order to get your money’s worth out of the system. (Because if we’re going to pay for it, we certainly want to get the value!) So today, we’re sharing our recommendations for the FIRST Genie+ Lightning Lanes that you should book during a visit to EPCOT.
Did you hear? Disney World just announced a BUNCH of new dates for after hours events at EPCOT!
EPCOT
If you want to get on rides with lower wait times, grab special snacks and treats, and see the Disney World theme parks LATE at night, you can buy a ticket for one of the after hours events. For EPCOT, those events will take place on select nights between June 1st and August 24th, 2023. You might be wondering what exactly is included in these events, including which attractions actually stay open once the park closes to daytime guests. We have an answer for you! [Read more…]
Supply chain issues have been plaguing Disney World for a while now, with merchandise shortages even closing down a gift shop in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Although we recently saw that shop reopen, there have continued to be problems elsewhere in the parks.
EPCOT
For example, a popular EPCOT snack is still missing from the Norway pavilion — Cast Members have cited supply problems for that shortage. And there’s another EPCOT spot that’s suffering from shortages as well. [Read more…]
Parts of EPCOT look a bit like a maze right now, with a LOT of walls up to hide construction sites. This park is in the middle of a major (we’re talking years-long) transformation, which has already brought us 2 new rides, a few new restaurants, and an extension of the France pavilion in World Showcase. Now, we’ve got an update about another EPCOT project that’s currently in the works!
Journey of Water Concept Art © Disney
Journey of Water — Inspired by Moana is a walk-through attraction coming to the World Nature section of EPCOT. This is the big construction site that you’ll see right behind Spaceship Earth. We’ve seen some concept art for this attraction, and we’ve been tracking the project’s progress, which you can see from the EPCOT Monorail. But now Disney has released NEW concept art! [Read more…]
Whew, it’s been a busy month in Disney World!
Magic Kingdom!
From the booth announcements for the 2022 EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival to the coming opening of 2023 Walt Disney World vacation bookings, we’ve got a lot coming at us. But, there’s some news we DIDN’T see coming! Here are the three most unexpected things that happened at Disney World last month!
Skipping the standby line for one EPCOT attraction is changing soon in Disney World!
Spaceship Earth at EPCOT
Well, at least for a little while. Since Disney introduced Genie+ and Individual Attraction Selection, guests who pay for the services have been able to bypass the regular line at select attractions. Access to certain rides is available through Genie+, while Individual Attraction Selection grants access to others. And, one EPCOT ride will be changing the way guests skip the line for a limited time!
UPDATED July 24, 2024
The Genie+ section on the Disney World website currently states that guests can expect to reserve 2-3 Lightning Lanes per day if they buy Genie+. But is that actually true?
Lightning Lane
We’re in Disney World all the time, and we’ve done a lot of research by using Genie+ and testing out different strategies. So based on our own experiences, how accurate is that claim that guests will only get on 2-3 rides per day with Genie+? Let’s find out. [Read more…]
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