food IS a theme park
If you’re heading to EPCOT this year, make sure to familiarize yourself with the latest policy changes at Disney’s second park.
EPCOT
Whether it’s how to approach EPCOT’s newest – – and busiest – – attraction or some of the park’s most popular restaurants, being aware of these procedures is the best way to maximize a day at EPCOT.
Change has long been a constant at Disney’s theme parks, with new attractions replacing old ones being a decades-long tradition at this point.
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Most of the time, these original attractions are removed forever, only to live on in the memory of fans and hazy Kodak prints. However, on occasion, the Imagineers working on the replacement rides will sneak in an easter egg or two to reference and pay homage to the attraction that came before. These are some of our favorite “Secret Shoutouts” scattered throughout Walt Disney World.
Disney World is currently preparing for numerous new experiences in the coming years and refurbishing current attractions. Brand-new lands, including Pueblo Esperanza, Monsters, Inc. Land, and Villains Land will be coming. Plus, new lounges like the GEO-82 lounge in EPCOT will be opening, and new shows such as “Zootopia: Better Zoogether!” in Disney’s Animal Kingdom will be debuting.
Construction Walls featuring Artwork for Tropical Americas
As well, Test Track, Big Thunder Mountain, and Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin will also be refreshed. While we are excited about new openings and refreshed attractions, these updates also mean there will be closures that could impact your trip.
Every week, we report the average Disney World wait times in every park so that you can be prepared for your next trip to Orlando!
Magic Kingdom
With Easter upon us, knowing what the weekly average wait times are for rides can make or break your upcoming trip. If you’re heading to the parks soon, we’ve got all the info you need to know! This week, wait times INCREASED at Disney World, with nearly every ride on property seeing an increase, including an 80-minute average wait for Rise of the Resistance, the resort’s busiest ride.
Disney World has got some MAJOR secrets they’ve been hiding from you!
Did you know these secrets?
New character meet and greets that are totally free, how to walk up and get a table at the hottest restaurants, and how to get some seriously secret discounts — Disney World can sometimes play things too close to the vest. We’re here to change that. Get ready to learn about some juicy Disney secrets that you can take advantage of during your next visit!
Easter is this weekend, and Disney World, for lack of a better term, is hopping!
Hollywood Studios Crowds
There are tons of special treats to try out when you’re in the parks this weekend to celebrate. You can enjoy the Easter Parade and say hello to Mr. and Mrs. Easter Bunny in Magic Kingdom, and don’t forget to check out the Easter Egg displays around Disney World Hotels! However, if you were hoping to save some time in line this weekend, we’ve got some bad news.
It’s time to visit one of our favorite places in Disney World!
Tiny Train Town!
That’s right, we’re heading to EPCOT’S tiny train town! This little village is full of nonsense, malarkey, and general tomfoolery, and we love stopping by to see what’s going on. What’s been happening this week? Let’s check it out!
Let’s be real — Disney World is magical, but the lines? Yeah, not so much….
Magic Kingdom
After way too many trips (and more Mickey pretzels than we’d like to admit), we’ve tested every ride strategy out there. Some flopped. But a few? Total game-changers! Here are the 3 ride hacks that actually work for us every single time — no Lighting Lanes required.
The EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival is one of the biggest events Disney throws all year — and it brings in the crowds for a reason.
Food & Wine Festival
From food booths to concerts to unique merch, it’s a whole thing. And while Disney hasn’t officially released the 2025 dates yet, based on what we’ve seen in recent years (and a few other clues), we’ve got a pretty solid idea of when you can expect it to kick off. Let’s talk predictions.
EPCOT is BIG. It’s so big, you’ll be halfway through the World Showcase saying, “How long does this keep on going?”
EPCOT
To help you navigate EPCOT, we compiled our favorite shortcuts, which will help you get from point A to point B much faster.
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