Our guide to Christmas 2025 at Walt Disney World offers tips for Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Animal Kingdom, Hollywood Studios, and hotels. It covers entertainment, crowds, food, free things to do, decorations, tips & tricks. Plus,| Disney Tourist Blog
We attended the 2025 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party together as a family, and it was the first time ever for Baby Bricker to do the Magic Kingdom holiday season party. This photo report and| Disney Tourist Blog
Our most anxiously-awaited Walt Disney World room reimagining at a resort we've come to love, and for which we have a newfound appreciation as parents of a toddler, just wrapped up after over a year| Disney Tourist Blog
Coral Reef in EPCOT’s Living Seas pavilion is one of Walt Disney World’s original unique restaurants. It was once one of the most popular dining reservations in the park, but has since seen its popularity wane. So much, it seems, that Disney is cutting back the hours of Coral Reef starting in January 2026. It’s... The post Cutback to Coral Reef Restaurant at EPCOT appeared first on Disney Tourist Blog.| Disney Tourist Blog
“When will Universal Orlando include Epic Universe in Annual Passes?” is a common reader question. Many theme park fans are itching to purchase APs, especially Floridians or those who have avoided buying regular 1-day tickets to visit the new park. We’ll share the company’s official position and speculate as to when APs might be sold.... The post When Will Epic Universe Have Annual Passes? appeared first on Disney Tourist Blog.| Disney Tourist Blog
Summer is not our favorite time to visit Walt Disney World. There are several reasons for this, from the lack of special events to the weather and overall travel costs. However, there’s a growing number of selling points for the season, and July 2026 is going to have one week that’s especially attractive. The good... The post Best Week to Do Disney World in Summer 2026 Just Got Better! appeared first on Disney Tourist Blog.| Disney Tourist Blog
Black Friday and Cyber Monday are still about two weeks away, but the holiday shopping season sales are already underway! We’ve already seen a couple of hot deals on Disney gift cards, and now there’s a new one at Target that started today and lasts through next Sunday! This covers details of the savings, along... The post Early Black Friday Disney Gift Card Deal at Target! appeared first on Disney Tourist Blog.| Disney Tourist Blog
This guide to parking at Walt Disney World covers the late 2025 price increases, parking policies, where you cannot park your car, info & tips for the theme parks and resort hotels, rental cars, driving vs. rideshare, why parking might dictate where you stay, downsides to driving, compounding costs of parking, and more. If you’re thinking that... The post Parking Pitfalls to Avoid at Disney World Parks & Hotels appeared first on Disney Tourist Blog.| Disney Tourist Blog
Universal Orlando has filed a construction permit for one of its many expansion pads, suggesting the construction of a massive show building adjacent to one of the existing lands. This covers everything we know so| Disney Tourist Blog
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Disney has revealed new storyline details for Tiana's Bayou Adventure, the reimagined Splash Mountain at Magic Kingdom and Disneyland. This shares all of the details, 'company' concept art, and commentary about the backstory of the| Disney Tourist Blog
During a recent interview, Disney CEO Bob Iger said the "turbocharged" $60 billion investment into Parks & Resorts will be almost entirely existing intellectual property. This post shares what he had to say plus what| Disney Tourist Blog
Anna and Elsa's Frozen Journey is a boat ride in Fantasy Springs, the new $2 billion port-of-call inspired by Arendelle, Peter Pan's Never Land, and Rapunzel's Forest from Tangled. The area is the most expensive| Disney Tourist Blog
Yesterday, we headed back to Disneyland for the first time since the Disneyland Railroad and Rivers of America had full reopened. Wow. That's really all I have to say. Okay, that's not really all...I'll probably| Disney Tourist Blog
Our ultimate guide to Christmas 2025 at Disneyland & Disney California Adventure offers tips & tricks for visiting during the holiday season. This provides info about seasonal ride overlays, fireworks, parades, entertainment, parties, decorations, and| Disney Tourist Blog
One of my favorite things about Walt Disney World is that it "keeps moving forward." When Walt uttered those three famous and poignant words, I'm sure what he totally had in mind was changes to| Disney Tourist Blog
Fans tired of common EPCOT Center Ls can rejoice for a brief bit, there's a rare win to report as the reimagining of Test Track 3.0 races forward. This post takes a quick look at| Disney Tourist Blog
Walt Disney World has officially announced a long-rumored Monsters, Inc. doors roller coaster inside a Monstropolis minland at Hollywood Studios. This post shares details, concept art, and everything we know about the plan--plus comprehensive commentary| Disney Tourist Blog
Well, it's another Halloween here in the Tainted Twenties. Everything is worse than ever now. And we're mostly stuck around the house to prove it. Oh, and here's something else that's new. I just heard| Disney Tourist Blog
Journey of Water Inspired by Moana is a new water exploration trail, officially opening in October 2023 as one of the final pieces of the EPCOT overhaul. This Walt Disney World attraction review shares our| Disney Tourist Blog
Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind is a new Marvel roller coaster at EPCOT, debuting for Summer 2022 as the biggest addition of Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary. This spoiler-free review shares our thoughts on| Disney Tourist Blog
Since the start of Walt Disney World's 50th Anniversary, more substantive additions have opened at EPCOT than all of the other 3 parks combined. While its transformation is far from complete, there have already been| Disney Tourist Blog
Sometimes it takes over 4 years to fill in a dirt pit. There can be good reasons for that, such as shovel shortage. Many rainy days. Ghost of Card Walker haunting the pit. Many meetings| Disney Tourist Blog
Considering a visit to Disneyland or Disney California Adventure for Easter? This post will provide info & tips for the spring season in the parks, including decorations, special entertainment, crowds, and more. It goes with| Disney Tourist Blog
You shouldn’t always buy Lightning Lane Multi-Pass at Walt Disney World. To the contrary, most people should skip paid FastPass at least some of the time, at a few of the parks. This lists when we’d recommend guests opt against buying line-skipping based on our testing, plus better alternatives. Lightning Lanes come with a cost–not... The post When You Should Skip Lightning Lane Multi-Pass! appeared first on Disney Tourist Blog.| Disney Tourist Blog
I can’t remember the last time there was a game-changing piece of gear for photography at Walt Disney World, Disneyland, and the other parks. The Nikon D600, Sigma 35mm f/1.4, Sony RX100, or one of the innovative ultra-wides. All of those cameras and lenses are over a decade old, so it’s been a while. For... The post My New Favorite Lens for Disney Parks Photography appeared first on Disney Tourist Blog.| Disney Tourist Blog
Zootopia: Better Zoogether is now playing at Animal Kingdom, and we’ve had a couple of chances to check out Walt Disney World’s newest attraction. This review covers the good, bad & ugly of the 4D show, how it compares to what it replaced as well as other similar attractions, thematic integrity with the bigger picture... The post Zootopia Better Zoogether Review: Disney World’s Zoorst New Attraction of 2020s. appeared first on Disney Tourist Blog.| Disney Tourist Blog
Walt Disney World has announced that the Garden View Tea Room, which has been closed since March 2020, will finally reopen in 2026 as a new hotel lounge in the lobby of the flagship Grand Floridian Resort! This shares full details plus brand-new construction photos as of November 2025, and our thoughts. This is the... The post Disney World Finally Reopening Grand Floridian Resort Lounge After Over 5 Year Closure! appeared first on Disney Tourist Blog.| Disney Tourist Blog
EPCOT is widely considered the #1 food theme park at Walt Disney World, with World Showcase viewed as a culinary epicenter. From the table service restaurant roster to the snack spots, bakeries, and food booths that always seem to be around thanks to the near-omnipresent festivals, EPCOT has a rich and diverse dining scene. This... The post Our Favorite Cheap Restaurant at EPCOT appeared first on Disney Tourist Blog.| Disney Tourist Blog
Walt Disney World has announced another unprecedented new special offer for discounted multi-day tickets for Winter & Spring 2026 available to the general public starting at only $109 per day! This covers visit dates &| Disney Tourist Blog
This Magic Kingdom fireworks viewing guide features a map of the best & worst locations to watch Happily Ever After, sample photos from each spot, and other tips for watching Walt Disney World's most popular| Disney Tourist Blog
Magic Kingdom can be busy in the mornings. Due to its later opening time and being the most popular park at Walt Disney World, Early Entry is often crowded to the point that it's almost| Disney Tourist Blog
Walt Disney World crowds are controversial. But then again, isn't everything these days?! Even though wait times at Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Hollywood Studios, and Animal Kingdom are what they are--60 minutes is objectively lower than 2| Disney Tourist Blog
Disney Starlight Night Parade is drawing colossal crowds to Magic Kingdom in the evenings, with Main Street packed ~2 hours early for prime locations. Our guide covers best & worst views, so you can spend| Disney Tourist Blog
This ranks the best quick service restaurants in Animal Kingdom at Walt Disney World, with the pros & cons of each dining option. It includes options for eating in Avatar land, barbecue on the waterfront,| Disney Tourist Blog
Background music is one of the little things we love about Walt Disney World. We've been big fans of it for years, having procured a collection for the last 18 years. If you want a| Disney Tourist Blog
Our guide to the best attractions in Epic Universe reviews & ranks the rides from worst to best, with numerical scores for every roller coaster, show, and dark ride in Florida’s newest theme park. If you’re planning a trip to Universal Orlando, this guide is a great starting point for things to do and what’s […]| Disney Tourist Blog
A guest who died after riding one of Epic Universe’s roller coasters, Stardust Racers, has had his cause of death revealed and been identified by the Orange County Sheriff’s Office. This covers the latest in this tragedy, along with a statement from Universal Orlando and details of the indefinite ride closure. The guest who passed […]| Disney Tourist Blog
This post contains our photos and review of lunch at Club 33, the private membership restaurant in Disneyland’s New Orleans Square, which recently underwent a dramatic redesign and expansion. Well, “recently” and “new look” might not be entirely accurate. At this point, it was about a year and a half ago, so this is old […]| Disney Tourist Blog
Walt Disney World has pulled back the curtain on Beyond Big Thunder, revealing a totally different concept that includes two all-new Cars rides in an expanded area of Frontierland at Magic Kingdom. This post shares details, concept art, and everything we know about the plan–plus comprehensive commentary including whether we think these are potentially good […]| Disney Tourist Blog
Walt Disney World has brought back the “secret” lounge for the 2025 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival! This spot is a great guest hideaway for escaping the heat and crowds, relaxing & recharging with free drinks as well as activities and VIP concert seating. This post takes a look inside and how to access the […]| Disney Tourist Blog
Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party is once again returning this summer and fall to Magic Kingdom, and Walt Disney World has already announced changes. This post covers what’s new & different for the 2025 MNSSHP, with our assessment as to the good and bad of various additions. The first thing you need to know […]| Disney Tourist Blog
There are over one dozen different PhotoPass Magic Shots in Magic Kingdom at Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party and regular hours for all Walt Disney World guests. This lists locations, shares our results (good, bad & ugly), tips & tricks for avoiding lines, and other advice. (Updated August 15, 2025.) This post is coming […]| Disney Tourist Blog
Our 1-night itinerary for Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party offers a step-by-step plan-of-attack for minimizing time waiting in lines for character meet & greets, watching the fireworks, Boo to You Parade & Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular, and avoiding crowds. For those who are unfamiliar with it, Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party (MNSSHP) is […]| Disney Tourist Blog
Party Season is now underway for 2024 at Walt Disney World, with Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party now through the end of October and Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party almost immediately thereafter until December 20, 2024! This covers growing crowds during Magic Kingdom, why this is happening (and will only get worse), and how […]| Disney Tourist Blog
Wondering about the least-crowded or most-crowded nights to attend the 2025 Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party? This covers the best & worst dates to buy tickets for Magic Kingdom’s special event, so you can plan your vacation around avoiding these crowds. (Updated August 2, 2025.) Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party occurs in Magic […]| Disney Tourist Blog
Our ultimate guide to the 2025 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival provides event dates & details, tips & info, booth lineup, snack & dessert reviews, entertainment details, things to do for kids, and everything else you need to know about Walt Disney World’s foodie event. (Updated August 17, 2025.) Let’s start with the basics. This […]| Disney Tourist Blog
We are experts on Disney Halloween costumes. Wait, you’ve seen our past costumes? Okay, you know “expert” isn’t the right word, then. We’ve had some fun with our costumes and despite not being especially crafty, some people seem to like some of our costumes…for some reason (presumably the same reason anyone likes this blog: they […]| Disney Tourist Blog
Fall is right around the corner and, with that, Magic Kingdom enters a new phase for the remainder of 2024. Halloween and Christmas seasons bring with them a roller coaster of crowds, with dramatic differences in wait times and attendance in choosing the best vs. worst days to do MK. This explains why, with lists […]| Disney Tourist Blog
Magic Kingdom is going to get crazy from August through December. The next several months are a roller coaster of crowd levels, with huge swings in choosing the best vs. worst days to do MK| Disney Tourist Blog
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is Magic Kingdom’s holiday special event in November & December 2025 at Walt Disney World. This info guide offers tips, strategy, photos, dates & ticket prices, and our review of whether it’s worth the money based upon attending MVMCP annually for 15 years. (Updated August 9, 2025.) In terms of […]| Disney Tourist Blog
How about some pleasantly surprising Magic Kingdom news? The Walt Disney World Railroad will NOT close during construction of Piston Peak National Park, the Cars miniland! This shares dates & details of the modified route, plus quick commentary about why this is so surprising in the first place. In terms of basic background, the whole […]| Disney Tourist Blog
We have refined this strategy guide based on our experiences of attending the party every year for the past decade-plus, and has been updated following our experience at recent Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Parties. The tips here are pretty consistent from year to year and we’ve honed our strategy over several years, so don’t […]| Disney Tourist Blog
Walt Disney World has announced big expansion plans for Magic Kingdom, officially confirming Villains Land is being built! This post shares details, concept art, and everything we know about the plan–plus comprehensive commentary about why this is happening and whether we think these are potentially good or bad additions for the park. (Updated November 9, […]| Disney Tourist Blog
There’s a ton on the horizon in the next 5 years at Walt Disney World with new lands and attractions themed to Villains, Cars, Monsters, Indiana Jones, Encanto & more. There are also reimagined rides, new entertainment, dining, and more. This shares construction and opening timelines for all of the major projects coming to Magic […]| Disney Tourist Blog
Walt Disney World is rumored to soon start construction on Villains Land, the Magic Kingdom expansion ‘beyond Big Thunder’ that will replace a portion of the Rivers of America. This details the development about the project, sheds new light on what the ‘dark kingdom’ land will entail, along with what still stands in the way […]| Disney Tourist Blog
If you sign up for our email newsletter, you will be notified when your free copy of the eBook is available for download. You’ll also receive a link to download Vacation Kingdom at Christmas (the aforementioned Walt Disney World Christmas eBook) immediately upon confirming your subscription. This free eBook is titled Money Saving Tips for […]| Disney Tourist Blog
Nothing at Walt Disney Word is “just a ride.” Backstories exist for every attraction, land, restaurant, and hotel. They provide framework and context for the Imagineered details, and a good backstory can add another layer to the visual storytelling. In this post, I’ll list my favorite backstories at Walt Disney World. (Updated December 30, 2023.) […]| Disney Tourist Blog
This guide to Lightning Lane MultiPass and Single Pass at Walt Disney World offers answers to frequently asked questions, info & tips for using the paid FastPass+ and Genie replacement. It covers strategy for line-skipping, off-site vs. on-site ride reservation booking windows, tiers for Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Hollywood Studios, and much more! (Updated January 27, […]| Disney Tourist Blog
Planning for Walt Disney World or Disneyland can be overwhelming. Our free newsletter gives you tips & tricks, discount details, park strategy, and the latest news to make it easy. Each issue contains important info on crowds, dining, hotels, hot deals, and more! Sign up here: Get Our FREE Newsletter! Name: Email: If you need […]| Disney Tourist Blog
Extended Evening Theme Park Hours is an on-site perk for Walt Disney World guests staying at a Deluxe Resorts, DVC Villas, and select other hotels this year and in 2025. This strategy guide covers everything you need to know: eligibility, ride rosters, how it works, and tips for best using the extra time. (Updated November […]| Disney Tourist Blog
This Walt Disney World ride refurbishment calendar lists the closure schedule for 2024 and 2025 at Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Hollywood Studios & Animal Kingdom. Attractions close for routine maintenance, safety upgrades, improvements, and reimaginings. (Updated| Disney Tourist Blog
These free Walt Disney World crowd calendars rate dates so you can choose best weeks to go & avoid the worst, skipping long lines and high wait times. We cover seasonal events, weather, park hours,| Disney Tourist Blog
Looking for the best and worst days of the week to visit each park at Walt Disney World? This strategy guide covers Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Hollywood Studios, and Animal Kingdom, offering info about when the| Disney Tourist Blog
Our guide to September 2024 at Walt Disney World offers a free crowd calendar, when to visit, red flag dates to avoid, new attraction openings & closures, plus Halloween events & early fall weather. We| Disney Tourist Blog
Our Walt Disney World itineraries offer step-by-step strategy for single & multi-day visits to Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Hollywood Studios, and Animal Kingdom. Plus, plans for touring Universal Studios Florida, Disneyland, Tokyo, Paris, and Hong Kong| Disney Tourist Blog
Our guide to September 2025 at Disneyland offers a free crowd calendar, when to visit, weather to avoid, new attraction openings & closures, plus Halloween & fall events. We also cover info & tips for| Disney Tourist Blog
Our Universal Studios Florida, Islands of Adventure and Epic Universe planning guide offers park & ride strategy. It features tips & tricks to help you save money & time, avoid crowds, and have the best| Disney Tourist Blog
Looking for the best discounts for Walt Disney World? This post offers money-saving details & dates on special offers for the general public, Disney+ subscribers, Annual Passholders, Visa cardholders, and Florida residents. It covers deals| Disney Tourist Blog
Reviewing Tiana’s Bayou Adventure is a fool’s errand. Most Walt Disney World fans already have their minds made up one way or the other and are entrenched in their opinions. Some seem to get quite| Disney Tourist Blog
Our guide to Halloween Time 2025 at Disneyland, California Adventure & Downtown Disney features tips & tricks for the event, throughout August, September & October. Info includes Oogie Boogie Bash, what's changing for the 70th| Disney Tourist Blog
This Disney California Adventure and Disneyland ride refurbishment calendar for 2025 & 2026 lists temporary attraction closures so you know what won't be open before planning your vacation. Additionally, info about reimagining projects underway to| Disney Tourist Blog
Our Disneyland Resort restaurant reviews offer opinions and food photos from the best & worst dining at California Adventure, Disneyland, Downtown Disney, and hotels. Each review contains a detailed description of atmosphere and theme, plus| Disney Tourist Blog
Our Disneyland vacation planning guide covers what's new this Halloween & Christmas, what's next in 2026, when to visit to avoid crowds, best restaurants, hotels in Anaheim, money-saving ticket tips, and more. It's a great| Disney Tourist Blog
Looking for a great hotel near Disneyland and California Adventure? This ranks & reviews the best & worst hotels in Anaheim, including pros & cons, room photos, and a numerical score based on walking distance,| Disney Tourist Blog
This guide to Disneyland & Disney California Adventure tickets explains how to buy discounted park admission, with money-saving tips & recommended sellers of park admission and where not to buy to avoid scams. We cover| Disney Tourist Blog
Walt Disney World has announced the closing date for Test Track at EPCOT, which will go down for a lengthy refurbishment to reimagine the thrill ride into its third version. This post shares all of| Disney Tourist Blog
Walt Disney World has announced that the Cars attractions coming to Magic Kingdom will replace the Rivers of America and Tom Sawyer Island, fully eliminating the waterway. This post shares details, concept art, and everything| Disney Tourist Blog
CommuniCore Hall and Plaza are the new multi-purpose spaces for guests to relax, to anchor EPCOT Festivals, and everything in between. World Celebration is the new neighborhood in the former Future World that focuses on experiences| Disney Tourist Blog
This guide covers what to pack for Walt Disney World, with a checkable packing list of essentials, smart stuff to bring in your backpack for park days, and 50+ unique products and clever gadgets that'll| Disney Tourist Blog
Our ride guides review & rate every attraction at Walt Disney World and Disneyland, plus Paris, Hong Kong, Tokyo, and Shanghai. These cover must-dos, what you can skip, along with strategy and recommendations about which| Disney Tourist Blog
Our Walt Disney World vacation planning guide offers advice on how to avoid crowds, save money & time, with info on Lightning Lanes, best rides, restaurant reviews, and itineraries for Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Animal Kingdom| Disney Tourist Blog
Our Walt Disney World dining guide and restaurant reviews help you book the best ADRs, choose where to eat and where to avoid, find underrated restaurants, steer clear of overrated/overhyped food, and more. These resources| Disney Tourist Blog
Our Walt Disney World hotel reviews feature room photos & video, pros & cons, top choices for families, honeymooners, solo, adults, and other travelers. We also rate off-site resorts in Orlando, including Universal, with everything| Disney Tourist Blog
Our guide to discount Disney World tickets offers money-saving info on the best deals on tickets through December 2025 at Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Hollywood Studios & Animal Kingdom. Plus, price increase predictions, pros & cons| Disney Tourist Blog
Walt Disney World announced that Zootopia: Better Zoogether will open next winter at Animal Kingdom. This post shares details, opening timeframe, poster art, and everything we know about the upcoming attraction--plus commentary about why this| Disney Tourist Blog
Our 2025 Tokyo Disneyland & DisneySea vacation planning guide offers info for the two Disney parks, resort hotels, and ‘downtown’ district in Japan. We have tips & tricks, where to stay, how long to visit, must-eat food & snacks, best attractions, touring plans, avoiding crowds, and other things to do. (Updated May 1, 2025.) Whether […]| Disney Tourist Blog
