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  • Universal Islands of Adventure Marvel Superhero Island as the sun begins to set on a sunny, summer day in Central Florida.

    27 Years Later: Next Week Marks Permanent End for Islands of Adventure

    By Chloe James

  • Mickey Mouse and friends in front of a Disney Cruise Line ship

    NEW: Alcohol Banned for Disney Cruise Line Passengers

    By Chloe James 2

  • Josh D'Amaro

    The Mouse Roars Back: Inside Josh D’Amaro’s High-Stakes Legal War Against the Trump Administration

    By Rick Lye 25

  • A photo of a large fairytale castle with blue and gold rooftops, seen through a stone archway on a sunny day. Decorative flags and vintage-style lamps line the walkway leading to the castle as Disney World crowds vanish from plane sight as Disney news is reported. Orlando tourism record

    After 54 Years, Disney World Expelled From Top Spot of Orlando Tourism, Report Confirms

    By Emmanuel Detres

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Universal Islands of Adventure Marvel Superhero Island as the sun begins to set on a sunny, summer day in Central Florida.

27 Years Later: Next Week Marks Permanent End for Islands of Adventure

in Universal Orlando

Posted on May 9, 2026May 9, 2026 by Chloe James
Mickey Mouse and friends in front of a Disney Cruise Line ship

NEW: Alcohol Banned for Disney Cruise Line Passengers

in Disney Cruise Line

Posted on May 9, 2026May 9, 2026 by Chloe James 2 Comments
Josh D'Amaro

The Mouse Roars Back: Inside Josh D’Amaro’s High-Stakes Legal War Against the Trump Administration

in The Walt Disney Company, Entertainment

Posted on May 9, 2026May 9, 2026 by Rick Lye 25 Comments
A photo of a large fairytale castle with blue and gold rooftops, seen through a stone archway on a sunny day. Decorative flags and vintage-style lamps line the walkway leading to the castle as Disney World crowds vanish from plane sight as Disney news is reported. Orlando tourism record

After 54 Years, Disney World Expelled From Top Spot of Orlando Tourism, Report Confirms

in Walt Disney World

Posted on May 9, 2026 by Emmanuel Detres
Frontier Airlines jets, decked in vibrant green and blue, await guests at the gate like thrilling rides ready to launch. Frontier Airlines Denver incident.

Flight Aborted & Evacuated After Tragic Incident Kills Pedestrian: Disney Vacations Suspended

in Disneyland Resort

Posted on May 9, 2026May 9, 2026 by Emmanuel Detres 1 Comment
split image: on the left, simpsons characters stand in front of universal studios' kwik-e-mart. on the right, doc and marty mclfy with the delorean

Universal Orlando Moves to Replace Simpsons Land With Retro Icons Like ‘Jaws’ and ‘Back to the Future’

in Universal Orlando

Posted on May 9, 2026May 9, 2026 by Sarah Larson 3 Comments
Italy Isola Wedding Venue

The Battle for the Disney Bubble: Why Workers are Fighting to Stop the Patina Group’s Expansion at Walt Disney World

in Walt Disney World, The Walt Disney Company

Posted on May 9, 2026May 9, 2026 by Rick Lye
The entrance to Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park.

The End of the ‘Cheap’ Disney Park: 14% Price Hike Set to Hit Animal Kingdom by 2028

in Walt Disney World

Posted on May 9, 2026 by Sarah Larson
Pedro Pascal as Din Djarin in 'The Mandalorian'

Pedro Pascal Finally Speaks Out After ‘The Mandalorian’ Series Is Replaced in ‘Star Wars’

in Entertainment, Star Wars

Posted on May 9, 2026May 9, 2026 by Thomas Hitchen 8 Comments
Harry Potter, Ron Weasley, Hermione Granger, and Professor Sprout

‘Harry Potter’ Star Confirms Plans To Flee the UK Amid Concerns She “Doesn’t Have Long To Live”

in Harry Potter

Posted on May 9, 2026May 9, 2026 by Chloe James 1 Comment
The sign to Dollywood, reading "Welcome to Dollywood. We're Glad You're Here."

Dollywood Park To Reject Paying Guests After 25 Years

in Theme Parks

Posted on May 9, 2026May 9, 2026 by Thomas Hitchen 7 Comments
A guest with a backpack navigates the bustling park crowd near a prominent yellow "BEWARE" sign, adding to the thrill as Disney World and Universal Orlando guests attempt to either fly home or fly into their theme parks through January 4, 2026. Spirit Airlines Orlando flights

Theme Park Travel in 2028 Is About to Get More Complicated Than Anyone Expected

in Theme Parks, Disney Parks, Universal Studios

Posted on May 9, 2026May 9, 2026 by Erica Lauren
Val Kilmer as Batman on the 'Batman Forever' movie poster

Val Kilmer’s Batman Resurrected in Brand-New DC Project, Official Trailer Arrives

in Entertainment, DC

Posted on May 9, 2026May 9, 2026 by Daniel Roberts
The T-Rex smashing through the Spinosaurus skeleton in 'Jurassic World'

Next ‘Jurassic World’ Film Reportedly in the Works Could Adapt Bizarre ’90s Video Game

in Entertainment, Movies & TV

Posted on May 9, 2026May 10, 2026 by Daniel Roberts
Rey crying in 'Star War: The Force Awakens'

Disney Rebooting Iconic Franchise, New Report Suggests

in Entertainment, Movies & TV

Posted on May 9, 2026 by Daniel Roberts
Two people riding TRON roller coaster at Walt Disney World

Disney Now Altering Rider Protocol for Families With Children

in Walt Disney World

Posted on May 8, 2026May 9, 2026 by Alessia Dunn 1 Comment
Disney's BoardWalk Inn Resort at dusk. Disney World Cake Bake Shop lawsuit

Confirmed: Disney Finally Reveals Where “Project Amazon” Is Landing

in Walt Disney World

Posted on May 8, 2026May 9, 2026 by Alessia Dunn
Exterior of Wilderness Lodge at Disney World during the Christmas season. Disney Wilderness Lodge boat transportation.

Disney World Guests Lose Access to Magic Kingdom Despite Return of Boat Service

in Walt Disney World

Posted on May 8, 2026May 9, 2026 by Emmanuel Detres
Characters from Star Wars The Rise of Skywalker

REPORT: ‘Star Wars’ To Revive Sequel Trilogy Amid ‘Mandalorian’ Uncertainty

in Star Wars

Posted on May 8, 2026 by Chloe James
Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at Magic Kingdom Park.

Is the Wildest Ride in the Wilderness Cursed? Big Thunder Mountain’s Disastrous First Week After 16-Month Closure

in Walt Disney World, Disney Parks

Posted on May 8, 2026May 8, 2026 by Rick Lye 3 Comments
walt disney world sign

Disney Just Wrote a 1.3 Million Dollar Check, and It’s Changing Lives

in Walt Disney World, Theme Parks, Disney Parks

Posted on May 8, 2026May 9, 2026 by Erica Lauren 4 Comments
Cinderella Castle in Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World

End of an Era: Disney World Axes Magic Kingdom Rope Drop Tradition Forever

in Walt Disney World

Posted on May 8, 2026May 9, 2026 by Chloe James 2 Comments
young guest with suitcase and Pumba stuffed animal waits in disney's hotel lobby with her parents

Disney World Guests Face 3 New Orlando Airport Security Restrictions This May

in Walt Disney World, Travel

Posted on May 8, 2026 by Sarah Larson
a Disney family strolls through EPCOT with Spaceship Earth in the background

Disney World Accelerates “Cashless” Transition as Paper Phased Out for 2026 Guests

in Walt Disney World

Posted on May 8, 2026 by Sarah Larson 1 Comment
Fans at Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience

REPORT: Asbestos Discovery Throws New ‘Harry Potter’ Attraction Into Disarray

in Harry Potter

Posted on May 8, 2026 by Chloe James
the exterior of Disney World's Haunted Mansion in Magic Kingdom

The Secret’s Out: Haunted Mansion Facing Permanent Visual Overhaul for ‘Cars’ Expansion

in Walt Disney World

Posted on May 8, 2026May 8, 2026 by Sarah Larson 5 Comments
split image: on the left, Hugh Jackman as Wolverine in 'Deadpool & Wolverine.' on the right, Tobey Maguire as Spider-Man

Marvel Reportedly Scraps Current Avengers for Hugh Jackman and Tobey Maguire Replacement in ‘Doomsday’

in Marvel, Uncategorized

Posted on May 8, 2026 by Sarah Larson
The Monorail travels past Disney's Contemporary Resort.

Impossible to Refuse: Disney Goes Full Force with 2027 Vacation Perks

in Walt Disney World

Posted on May 8, 2026May 9, 2026 by Alessia Dunn 1 Comment
Iconic Walt Disney World entrance arch featuring Minnie and Mickey Mouse, framed by palm trees under a bright blue sky.

Fourth Disney Location Commences Orlando Shutdown Within 5 Months

in Walt Disney World

Posted on May 8, 2026May 9, 2026 by Alessia Dunn
A SeaWorld trainer with Katina the Orca in Orlando

The Orlando Theme Park Everyone Loves to Hate Just Announced Its Biggest Summer Yet

in Theme Parks, SeaWorld

Posted on May 8, 2026May 9, 2026 by Erica Lauren

Disney Kicked Families Off Its Newest Cruise Ship and Left Them Stranded in Singapore

in Travel, Disney Cruise Line

Posted on May 8, 2026May 9, 2026 by Erica Lauren 2 Comments
The Disney Springs water tower

Disney Quietly Leaked the Menu for Its Next Big Disney Springs Food Obsession

in Walt Disney World, Theme Parks, Disney Parks

Posted on May 8, 2026May 9, 2026 by Erica Lauren
Rainforest Cafe exterior at Disney Village

REPORT: 131 Days Left Until End of Disney’s Rainforest Cafe

in Disney Parks

Posted on May 7, 2026May 7, 2026 by Chloe James
The exterior of Jellyrolls with pastel blue and white stripes catches the eye. A bright red canopy with the sign "Jellyrolls" in purple proudly marks its place at Walt Disney World. Nearby, another structure is labeled "Crest of the Wave," while the shiny ground glistens as if freshly kissed by rain.

The Crescent Lake Comeback: Inside the Mystery Mega-Project Transforming Disney’s BoardWalk

in Walt Disney World, Disney Parks

Posted on May 7, 2026May 8, 2026 by Rick Lye
Luke Skywalker (Mark Hamill) wielding a blue lightsaber in 'Star Wars: The Last Jedi'

‘Star Wars’ Legend Blasted by US Government, Declared “Sick Individual”

in Star Wars

Posted on May 7, 2026May 8, 2026 by Chloe James 32 Comments
Spaceship Earth as seen from the World Showcase Lagoon at EPCOT

World Showcase or World’s Longest Bar? Why Families and “Disney Adults” Are at War Over EPCOT’s Drinking Culture

in Walt Disney World, Disney Parks

Posted on May 7, 2026May 8, 2026 by Rick Lye
The Disney Springs water tower

Disney Springs Could Become an Even Bigger Nighttime Destination After Summer Opening

in Walt Disney World

Posted on May 7, 2026May 8, 2026 by Brittni Ward
a Disney World family inside the parks with Minnie and Goofy stuffed animals

Disney World Raises Prices for Children, Keeps Adult Prices the Same

in Walt Disney World, Food

Posted on May 7, 2026 by Jess Colopy
Sunset Boulevard with Tower of Terror at this Disney World park. Disney’s Hollywood Studios negligence lawsuit

Twilight Zone Tower of Terror Theming Set for Change at Walt Disney World

in Walt Disney World

Posted on May 7, 2026May 7, 2026 by Andrew Boardwine
The Happily Ever After fireworks show at Magic Kingdom inside Disney World.

Magic Kingdom Replacing ‘Happily Ever After’ for 3 Nights During 2026 Holiday Rush

in Walt Disney World

Posted on May 7, 2026May 7, 2026 by Brittni Ward 3 Comments
Cinderella walking toward Cinderella Castle in the Magic Kingdom

Disney Issues Warning to Guests: Magic Kingdom Operations Slashed by 5 Hours This Month

in Walt Disney World

Posted on May 7, 2026 by Sarah Larson
Mickey Mouse with a younger guest in Disney World's Magic Kingdom park

Disney World “Ghost Town” Confirmed: Wait Times Set to Crater 30% Starting May 17

in Walt Disney World

Posted on May 7, 2026 by Sarah Larson
Crowds in front of the Chinese Theatre in Disney's Hollywood Studios, Walt Disney World Resort

Disney World Reaches Booking Capacity, Theme Park Visits Limited Through May 22

in Walt Disney World, Star Wars

Posted on May 7, 2026 by Jess Colopy
Fantasyland in Magic Kingdom

Disney World Initiates Replacement for Fantasyland Area at Magic Kingdom

in Walt Disney World

Posted on May 7, 2026 by Jess Colopy
Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Pluto, and Goofy for Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party

92 Days Out: Disney Issues Sell-Out Warning for Mickey’s Halloween Party Before Public Sale Begins

in Walt Disney World

Posted on May 7, 2026May 7, 2026 by Sarah Larson
guests pass Jurassic Park gate entrance in Universal Orlando's Islands of Adventure park

CONFIRMED: Islands of Adventure To Permanently Close Jurassic Park Location

in Universal Orlando

Posted on May 7, 2026 by Andrew Boardwine
Din Djarin (Pedro Pascal) and Grogu kneel by a ship in Season 1 of 'The Mandalorian'

Disney Erases Major ‘Star Wars’ Character in First 18 Minutes of ‘The Mandalorian & Grogu’

in Star Wars

Posted on May 7, 2026 by Sarah Larson
disney castle at magic kingdom

Walt Disney World Faces Red Flag Warning as Central Florida Temperatures Near Historic Levels

in Walt Disney World

Posted on May 7, 2026 by Brittni Ward
Emporium at Disney World's Magic Kingdom

Disney World Liquidates Merch Items from Multiple Stores, Slashes Prices by 45%

in Walt Disney World

Posted on May 7, 2026 by Andrew Boardwine

Top-Rated Theme Park Restaurant Just Got a Closing Date in Orlando

in Theme Parks, Universal Orlando, Universal Studios

Posted on May 7, 2026May 8, 2026 by Erica Lauren
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Four adorable plush keychains from Japan rest on a wooden surface, destined for the Disney Store. They feature a blue creature with large ears, a yellow bear in a pink shirt, a pink cat with a golden collar, and a blue elephant wearing a yellow hat perched atop two stacked books.
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Feel the Power of the Dark Side with the New Darth Vader Ear Headband

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in The Walt Disney Company

Disney Jeopardy: Guess the Letter • Beauty & the Beast Music

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