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Let the holiday countdown begin!
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It’s never too early to start planning ahead for the holiday season, and we’ve found the most adorable new Funko item on Amazon that will surely be a must-have this Christmas season.
Two Disney World hotels just received a MAJOR honor.
Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin
Located near Disney World’s popular EPCOT park, the Swan & Dolphin resorts have been two of the most unique hotels on Disney World property since they opened back in 1990. From the architecture to the unique distinction of being the only third-party-owned hotel located within the heart of Disney World, this resort is special. Now, the iconic pair of hotels have been awarded a tremendous industry honor.
The magic has arrived!
Ministry of Magic photo op at Epic Universe Preview Center
After years of cryptic announcements, rumors, construction photos, and months of reveals, we finally have the details on ALL of Universal’s Epic Universe lands! The company recently released the details on The Wizarding World of Harry Potter: Ministry of Magic, the final Epic Universe portal.
ATTENTION Annual Passholders: There’s a NEW discount for you.
APs this way
There are a slew of perks that go along with having a Disney World Annual Pass. These include events, discounts, specialty merchandise, and more. Now, some brand new benefits are being offered to Passholders.
Gear up Disney fans!
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We’ve talked countless times before about how Loungefly bags are the perfect fandom-friendly accessory for a trip to a Disney theme park… and everyday life. These are the latest styles available at Disney’s webshop.
Prepare to set sail!
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The Disney Cruise Line’s latest ship is ALMOST ready to leave port, and now we know when and where the fleet’s newest addition will make its grand debut. In addition., we’ve seen some of the BRAND NEW features of the eighth ship in the Disney Cruise Line’s expanding fleet.
You may want to avoid this hotel for the foreseeable future.
Polynesian Village Resort
The Polynesian Village Resort is one of the most iconic at Walt Disney World. One of two original hotels to open with the complex in 1971 — the other being the Contemporary Resort — the resort has long been a jewel of the resort, often hailed by many as the epitome of Disney theming. However, you may want to steer clear of it for the next couple of years.
Every week, we check the average Disney World wait times in every park so that you can be prepared for your next trip to Orlando! This week, the Magic Kingdom classic saw incremental wait increases, while the rest of Walt Disney World remained relatively staid, with some decreases.
Lightning Lanes in Walt Disney World
Disney World’s longest average wait time was for Flight of Passage, as usual, but the ride saw a rare 9-minute DROP in its average wait time. It will be interesting to see what, if any, effect the new Lighting Lane system will have on wait times next week.
D23 Members, get ready for NEW discounts.
D23 is HERE!
Members of Disney’s fan club D23 can often find discounts at Disney locations and events. Right now — in the lead-up to D23’s massive Ultimate Fan Event in August — Gold Members or festival attendees will be able to find two massive discounts timed for the convention at a major Anaheim resort.
Prepare for an “Under the Sea” party… in Orlando?
Mermaid!
While the greater Orlando area is best known for the Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando resorts, the area is chock-full of other tourist attractions and hotels that are definitely worth checking out, whether you’re a local or a visiting tourist. These include the world’s largest Marriott resort.
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