Walt Disney World Resort has confirmed that Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets will be included in its official guest benefit programs when the attraction opens in summer 2026. The ride is a reimagined version of the longtime Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster Starring...
Disney has begun filming MuppetVision 3D at Disney’s Hollywood Studios ahead of the attraction’s scheduled closure on June 7, 2025. Internally described as a “Filming Event – Archiving MuppetVision 3D!,” the effort is being framed as a preservation project to honor the final attraction ever overseen by Jim Henson. But based on what we’ve learned, this isn’t a tribute—it’s a farewell brush off
In a stunning about-face, Walt Disney World is slashing ticket prices for Florida residents this summer, offering a deal that hasn’t been seen in years. With prices dropping as low as $60 per day, it’s clear that Disney is scrambling to maintain its grip on the local market just as Universal’s Epic Universe prepares to make its grand debut.
Walt Disney World has quietly eliminated one of its most beloved guest perks: the refillable drink mugs at its water parks.
With the reopening of Typhoon Lagoon on May 1 following seasonal refurbishment, Disney confirmed that the popular refillable mug program is no longer available. Guests arriving for a day of sun and splashes will now be met with higher beverage costs and fewer value options, prompting new concerns that Disney is continuing its troubling trend of eroding guest-centric services.
One of the more endearing parts of The Walt Disney Company has been its commitment to help for children with very serious diseases. Today, we'd like to celebrate the 45 years that Disney has partnered with Make-A-Wish® to bring dreams to families suffering some of the...
EPCOT’s newest premium upcharge has arrived, and once again, it’s not for the families who built the brand. Hot on the heels of the controversial announcement of the adults-only Spaceship Earth Lounge GEO-82, Walt Disney World has announced a new “Enchanting Extra”.
According to theme park news site Blog Mickey, the experience includes prime window seating for “Luminous: The Symphony of Us,” sommelier-selected bubbly, themed cocktails, and light fare. The cost? $179 per adult, plus tax and gratuity—and that’s excluding the park admission.
If you thought each virtual queue rollout was a disaster at Walt Disney World and Disneyland, it looks like Disney is ready to bring that frustration to the high seas as part of the Disney Cruise Line.
Guests aboard the Disney Wish were met with an unwelcome surprise during the ship’s April 21 voyage — the rollout of a virtual queue system for popular onboard experiences. Using the Disney Cruise Line’s Navigator app, passengers were encouraged to reserve times for character meet-and-greets and rides like the AquaMouse water coaster. Access to the app is complimentary even without a paid Wi-Fi package, but that doesn’t make the move any less controversial.
Starting May 11th, Disney will officially begin a phased closing of the Muppets Courtyard, marking the slow dismantling of one of the last places in the parks that honored Jim Henson’s legacy. The first step will see Mama Melrose’s Ristorante Italiano serving its final meals on May 10th, after which it will permanently shutter. Other offerings, including the beloved MuppetVision 3D attraction, the final project Henson worked on before passing away tragically in the early 90s, will remain open for a few more weeks.
A New York mother is taking Disney to court after an alleged injury at one of Walt Disney World’s most popular water parks. Kimberly Panetta, a mom of two from Long Island, has filed a lawsuit against Disney seeking $2 million in damages, claiming she was “violently struck” by a “mammoth” wave in the Surf Pool at Typhoon Lagoon during an April 2022 visit.
As the grand opening of Universal Studios Orlando Resort’s Epic Universe approaches on May 22, 2025, anticipation is building for what promises to be a transformative addition to Central Florida’s tourism landscape. This marks the first major theme park opening in Florida since 1999, signaling a significant expansion in the region’s entertainment offerings. It now appears that Universal Studios will utterly transform the theme park industry in less than a month, and not just for Florida… but perhaps for the entire world.
A former Walt Disney World Cast Member has been sentenced to federal prison after hacking the company’s allergy menu, illegally accessing the resort’s internal systems and altering critical food safety information. The incident raised serious concerns about guest safety and cybersecurity at one of the world’s most visited destinations.
Fans of Millennium Falcon Smuggler’s Run at Disney’s bi-coastal theme parks (Disneyland and Disney's Hollywood Studios in Walt Disney World) got a surprise from Star Wars Celebration’s Disney Experiences panel; the last destination has been revealed for its 2026...
In a move that defies over a decade of trendlines, Disney has done the unthinkable: it actually lowered some Walt Disney World ticket prices for 2026. For a company that’s practically made a sport out of annual increases and upcharges, this reversal is more than surprising—it’s historic. And while the changes may look small on paper, the message they send is massive. Disney is bracing for battle.