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THEME PARKS


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Kings Dominion’s new chaperone policy begins on April 22

Read full article: Kings Dominion’s new chaperone policy begins on April 22

Kings Dominion will roll out a new chaperone policy on April 22.

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Big Bear Mountain coaster coming to Dollywood

Read full article: Big Bear Mountain coaster coming to Dollywood

On Friday, Dolly Parton announced new additions to Dollywood, including a massive coaster named Big Bear Mountain that is expected to be open in the spring of 2023.

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Guide to 2022 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival

Read full article: Guide to 2022 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival

The event allows guests to stroll across six different continents and sample delicious food and drinks, see live entertainment and purchase colorful merchandise.

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‘It’s save the galaxy time:’ A first look at Disney’s Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind

Read full article: ‘It’s save the galaxy time:’ A first look at Disney’s Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind

Walt Disney World is preparing to open its highly anticipated new attraction, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind.

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Disney shares update on EPCOT’s historic transformation

Read full article: Disney shares update on EPCOT’s historic transformation

Walt Disney World shared new renderings of the new experiences and locations coming to EPCOT.

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Disney says next-generation MagicBand+ will debut this summer

Read full article: Disney says next-generation MagicBand+ will debut this summer

Disney says next-generation MagicBand+ will debut this summer.

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Disney Springs introduces Star Wars virtual reality experience

Read full article: Disney Springs introduces Star Wars virtual reality experience

Meta Quest Virtual Reality Experience featuring ILMxLAB’s Star Wars: Tales from the Galaxy’s Edge Coming to Disney Springs

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Legoland Florida Resort officially named certified autism center

Read full article: Legoland Florida Resort officially named certified autism center

Legoland Florida Resort is officially designated as a certified autism center, making it the first theme park resort to receive this certification.

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Busch Gardens offering free admission to US military veterans plus 3 guests

Read full article: Busch Gardens offering free admission to US military veterans plus 3 guests

Busch Gardens Williamsburg is thanking American heroes for their service with complimentary one-day admission to the theme park.

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Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party returning to Magic Kingdom

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The separately ticketed event is scheduled to begin Aug. 12 and run through Halloween night at Disney’s Magic Kingdom theme park.

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Things you should definitely know before visiting Universal Orlando Resort

Read full article: Things you should definitely know before visiting Universal Orlando Resort

Is anyone planning a trip to Universal or considering a vacation to this hotspot?

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Are you getting the most out of your Disney FastPass?

Read full article: Are you getting the most out of your Disney FastPass?

Here are some insider tips to help you do more during your next visit to a Disney theme park.

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How to celebrate Earth Day at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Read full article: How to celebrate Earth Day at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Walt Disney World is preparing to celebrate Earth Day at its Animal Kingdom theme park.

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‘Star Wars’: Galaxy’s Edge -- is it the most immersive land Disney has built?

Read full article: ‘Star Wars’: Galaxy’s Edge -- is it the most immersive land Disney has built?

From the costumes to the level of detail, "Star Wars": Galaxy's Edge will prove to be Disney's most immersive land yet.

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How well do you know Epcot’s World Showcase?

Read full article: How well do you know Epcot’s World Showcase?

Put your knowledge of World Showcase to the test with our quiz.

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4 springtime activities we love at Walt Disney World

Read full article: 4 springtime activities we love at Walt Disney World

The resort is currently celebrating its 50th anniversary celebration, and now is the perfect time to celebrate the season and upcoming Easter holiday. If you plan on visiting, we have uncovered a number of fun activities for families to experience while out exploring the theme parks and nearby resort hotels.

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Nice to meet you, again: Disney brings back non-distanced character meet-and-greets

Read full article: Nice to meet you, again: Disney brings back non-distanced character meet-and-greets

It’s perhaps one of the last things that guests at Walt Disney World have been waiting to see return: an up-close moment, picture or autograph with Mickey Mouse and other popular characters.

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Take a stroll down Sesame Street, relive your childhood, in Orlando

Read full article: Take a stroll down Sesame Street, relive your childhood, in Orlando

After 20-something years, I am now able to tell you how to get to Sesame Street -- and let me tell you, it's not just for kids.

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EPCOT: New photo shows ‘Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind’ queue

Read full article: EPCOT: New photo shows ‘Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind’ queue

Walt Disney World released a new photo earlier this week that shows a piece of the queue for the all-new attraction, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind.

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Walt Disney World resorts that won’t break the bank

Read full article: Walt Disney World resorts that won’t break the bank

With 18 hotels and 23,000 hotel rooms, families swarm to Florida to enjoy the heat and take in the magic of Disney. Looking to spend more money in the parks and less on a hotel? Let us show you the...

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Tickets and dates announced for Universal’s Halloween Horror Nights

Read full article: Tickets and dates announced for Universal’s Halloween Horror Nights

Halloween Horror Nights, Universal Orlando’s premier fall event, is set to return this year for a record-breaking 43 nights.

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New details revealed about Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique on Disney Wish ship

Read full article: New details revealed about Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique on Disney Wish ship

Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship, the Disney Wish, is promising to be one of the company’s most magical ships ever built.

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Disney’s Minnie Van transportation service returning soon

Read full article: Disney’s Minnie Van transportation service returning soon

Walt Disney World has announced its Minnie Van transportation service will be returning to the resort this summer.

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6 free things to do on your next Disney World vacation -- yes, really

Read full article: 6 free things to do on your next Disney World vacation -- yes, really

We'll bet you never thought the words "Disney" and "cheap" could go in the same sentence. Well, guess again.

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7 ‘must-do’ rides at Universal Studios -- even if you hate roller coasters

Read full article: 7 ‘must-do’ rides at Universal Studios -- even if you hate roller coasters

So you have a fear of roller coasters, but you don't want to miss out on the fun when you visit a theme park. We've got your back.

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Florida’s DeSantis, Disney butt heads over LGBTQ school bill

Read full article: Florida’s DeSantis, Disney butt heads over LGBTQ school bill

Walt Disney Co. is suspending its political donations in Florida.

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Sugar rush: Trying out the EPCOT holiday cookie stroll

Read full article: Sugar rush: Trying out the EPCOT holiday cookie stroll

The EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays is well underway at Walt Disney World.

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Disney plants date for EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival

Read full article: Disney plants date for EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival

Horticulture teams at Walt Disney World have their hands full ahead of the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival.

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New Peppa Pig theme park to open as certified autism center

Read full article: New Peppa Pig theme park to open as certified autism center

The all-new Peppa Pig Theme Park will open as a certified autism center, leaders announced Tuesday at the IAAPA Expo at the Orange County Convention Center.

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Walt Disney World shares holiday food and drinks at resort hotels

Read full article: Walt Disney World shares holiday food and drinks at resort hotels

Walt Disney World has shared details on its blog about some of the delicious food and drinks at its resort hotels for the holiday season.

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Take a 360-degree ‘walk’ around Magic Kingdom as Disney World celebrates its 50th anniversary

Read full article: Take a 360-degree ‘walk’ around Magic Kingdom as Disney World celebrates its 50th anniversary

As most might know, October marked 50 years since Disney World opened its doors.

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Holiday highlights: Walt Disney World announces entertainment offerings

Read full article: Holiday highlights: Walt Disney World announces entertainment offerings

As Walt Disney World continues to celebrate the World’s Most Magical Celebration for its 50th anniversary, things are about to get even more festive for the holiday season.

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Scare scale: Ranking the best houses of Halloween Horror Nights

Read full article: Scare scale: Ranking the best houses of Halloween Horror Nights

Halloween Horror Nights opened for its 30th year to some terrifying screams Friday night at Universal Orlando Resort.

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Disney shares details about all-new nighttime spectacular ‘Disney Enchantment’

Read full article: Disney shares details about all-new nighttime spectacular ‘Disney Enchantment’

Walt Disney World shared more details Friday about the all-new nighttime show coming to Magic Kingdom for the 50th anniversary celebration.

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Follow the yellow brick road at this ‘one-of-a kind’ immersive event

Read full article: Follow the yellow brick road at this ‘one-of-a kind’ immersive event

Does anyone else hear “Follow the Yellow Brick Road” or “Somewhere Over the Rainbow” and all of a sudden you’re taken back to a happy place in your youth?

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Disney rolling out more entertainment experiences across resort

Read full article: Disney rolling out more entertainment experiences across resort

Walt Disney World has announced a number of new entertainment experiences returning to the resort next month.

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Animatronic Biden joining Hall of Presidents at Disney World

Read full article: Animatronic Biden joining Hall of Presidents at Disney World

Forget an inauguration ceremony. The true indicator of having made it as president is being added to the Hall of Presidents at Walt Disney World in Florida.

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Disney releases details about holiday celebrations

Read full article: Disney releases details about holiday celebrations

Walt Disney World gave new details Monday about its upcoming holiday celebrations.

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Firework spectaculars returning to Walt Disney World

Read full article: Firework spectaculars returning to Walt Disney World

Firework spectaculars are returning to Walt Disney World.

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The birth of Velocicoaster: A look back at Universal’s new species of coaster

Read full article: The birth of Velocicoaster: A look back at Universal’s new species of coaster

Research and development of the coaster has also been years in the making, but overall construction took a little more than two years.

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What’s that delicious juice concoction Walt Disney World serves?

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Stitch juice, jungle juice, POG juice -- the names go on and on. Rumor has it, there is a popcorn stand in Animal Kingdom called Mahindi that even serves up a Jungle Juice Slushy. Combine 21 ounces passion fruit juice, 21 ounces guava juice and 14 ounces orange juice (pulp-free). If following a recipe isn’t your forte, Welch’s Guava Pineapple juice is the closest thing to POG juice in a carton. Whether you make it, buy it, or order it, be sure to have yourself a glass of POG juice the next time you sit down for breakfast.

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Busch Gardens looking to start phased reopening in August

Read full article: Busch Gardens looking to start phased reopening in August

Busch Gardens in Williamsburg will likely reopen in early August, according to SeaWorld Entertainment, the park’s parent company. “The Company expects its Busch Gardens theme park in Virginia to commence a phased reopening in early August 2020,″ is what SeaWorld Entertainment wrote as part of releasing its preliminary second quarter results. No additional details were provided as to what a phased reopening would look like. Because of coronavirus restrictions, Busch Gardens and other amusement parks in Virginia couldn’t open until Phase 3, which began July 1. However, because of the limitations still in place with Phase 3 restrictions, neither Kings Dominion or Busch Gardens has opened yet.

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What could Disney crowds look like when the park reopens? We take a guess at the numbers

Read full article: What could Disney crowds look like when the park reopens? We take a guess at the numbers

ORLANDO, Fla. – Walt Disney World is set to once again open its gates to the Magic Kingdom following a lengthy closure due to the coronavirus pandemic. But with most families staying inside and not traveling, how crowded will the theme parks really be when they reopen? Park Capacity Capacity at 25% Magic Kingdom 57,000 people 14,250 people Epcot 34,093 people 8,523 people Hollywood Studios 30,843 people 7,710 people Animal Kingdom 37,671 people 9,417 peopleA park at 25% capacity would mean very minimal wait times. As we can all imagine, visiting a Disney theme park when it reopens will be a new experience for all -- no matter how many times you’ve visited. The Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Animal Kingdom parks will open first July 11, with Epcot and Disney’s Hollywood Studios reopening July 15.

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In case you missed it: Disney’s Splash Mountain to be re-themed to ‘Princess and the Frog’

Read full article: In case you missed it: Disney’s Splash Mountain to be re-themed to ‘Princess and the Frog’

It’s transformation central at Disney Parks in the U.S., as Disney officially announced that it has big plans for Splash Mountain at Walt Disney World and Disneyland. MORE: Petition calls for Disney Parks to change theme of Splash MountainIf you haven’t heard of the film, you’re not alone. If you’re unfamiliar with Splash Mountain, here’s a little background. Splash Mountain follows happy-go-lucky Br’er Rabbit as he looks for his “laughing place.” All the while, Br’er Bear and Br’er Fox are in hot pursuit of Br’er Rabbit. “Many adults and children ride this attraction because it brings back childhood memories,” the “Keep Splash Mountain” petition said.

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Disney fans get creative, make homemade magic during coronavirus pandemic

Read full article: Disney fans get creative, make homemade magic during coronavirus pandemic

This meant that families were unable to experience the magic or thrill of the Disney theme parks, however, that didn’t stop families and friends from making the best of a bad situation. Since the closures, Disney fans from around the globe have been posting videos of their DIY Disney attractions. From nighttime fireworks to swashbuckling pirates, it's clear that when Disney fans are bored, something good is sure to come out of it. Once Upon a TimeWho needs to go back to the parks when you can have this at home? Pirates of the CaribbeanWhen will they ever learn that the dog is never going to give them the key?

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Watch Walt Disney World cast members create magic from their homes during COVID-19 closure

Read full article: Watch Walt Disney World cast members create magic from their homes during COVID-19 closure

Disney cast members have officially been away from their jobs for about two months now -- and some are taking their skills and talents to social media to give those bored at home a taste of the Disney magic everyone has been missing. Walt Disney World furloughed its approximately 43,000 workers in April after the theme park closed in mid-March because of the coronavirus pandemic. Only about 200 workers remain on the job performing “essential duties" during the closure, officials said. For the cast members not working, the only way they have been able to “make magic” is from inside their own homes. If you’re missing your favorite attractions, you might want to check out how these Disney fans created their favorite rides at home.

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You can fly: Get a bird’s eye view into a deserted Walt Disney World

Read full article: You can fly: Get a bird’s eye view into a deserted Walt Disney World

But one Central Florida pilot was given the opportunity to fly over the happiest place on earth and give us the view we’ve been waiting on. Disney parks have a temporary flight restriction that limits pilots from flying within 3,000 feet of any of the parks. But with Disney parks in the U.S. closed due to the coronavirus pandemic, some pilots have been granted permission by local air traffic control to fly over the deserted theme parks. “I hope this will bring some joy to everyone currently in quarantine and missing the beloved parks.”Seeing an empty Disney World has become a common sight to most of us during quarantine. [MORE: Helicopter pilot shares breathtaking view of Disneyland during coronavirus closure]Walt Disney World has been closed since March 15 after rising concerns about spreading COVID-19.

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Dreaming of a theme park Christmas? This advice will help you plan your whole trip

Read full article: Dreaming of a theme park Christmas? This advice will help you plan your whole trip

Eat Christmas cookies until you feel like you’re going to burst, see a special Christmas parade roll down Main Street U.S.A. -- and did we mention there will be tons of cookies? Visit Disney’s website for more info. Insider tip: Want to catch the Christmas parade but avoid paying for a special ticket? Some resorts also will have special holiday presentations, such as a walk-through gingerbread house at Disney’s Grand Floridian. Other festivities include the Sea of Trees, which is a show filled with synchronized Christmas trees shimmering and twinkling set to holiday music.

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