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Magic Kingdom's Tortuga Tavern Finishes Refurbishment, Not Yet Serving Food​

Refurbishment of Tortuga Tavern in Magic Kingdom’s Adventureland is complete, with the seating area reopened to guests. However, the restaurant is still not serving food, and there is no official update from Disney on when food service will resume.

Magic Kingdom's Tortuga Tavern Finishes Refurbishment, Not Yet Serving Food

Magic Kingdom's Tortuga Tavern Finishes Refurbishment, Not Yet Serving Food

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Disney World Summer 2025 Deals: Half-Off Kids Tickets, Free Dining Plan, and More​

Disney World is offering summer discounts starting March 27, 2025, including half-price kids tickets, a 3-park ticket option excluding Magic Kingdom, and the return of the free dining plan. Additional offers include up to 30% off Disney Resort rooms and free water park admission on check-in day.

Disney World Summer 2025 Deals: Half-Off Kids Tickets, Free Dining Plan, and More

Disney World Summer 2025 Deals: Half-Off Kids Tickets, Free Dining Plan, and More

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New Kid Zones and Character Experiences Coming to Walt Disney World Summer 2025​

Walt Disney World is introducing new kid zones and character experiences in Magic Kingdom and EPCOT from May 27 through September 1, 2025. These limited-time offerings include themed activities, character interactions, and early character access for Disney Resort hotel guests.

New Kid Zones and Character Experiences Coming to Walt Disney World Summer 2025

New Kid Zones and Character Experiences Coming to Walt Disney World Summer 2025

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Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin Closing for Major Refurbishment at Magic Kingdom in August 2025​

Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin at Magic Kingdom will close in August 2025 for a major refurbishment. The attraction will reopen in 2026 with a new show scene, redesigned ride vehicles, upgraded gameplay features, and enhanced interactive elements.

Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin Closing for Major Refurbishment at Magic Kingdom in August 2025

Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin Closing for Major Refurbishment at Magic Kingdom in August 2025

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Opening Date Announced for The Little Mermaid - A Musical Adventure and Disney Villains: Unfairly Ever After at Hollywood Studios​

Disney has officially announced that two new live entertainment productions—The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure and Disney Villains: Unfairly Ever After—will both debut at Disney’s Hollywood Studios on May 27, 2025.

Opening Date Announced for The Little Mermaid - A Musical Adventure and Disney Villains: Unfairly Ever After at Hollywood Studios

Opening Date Announced for The Little Mermaid - A Musical Adventure and Disney Villains: Unfairly Ever After at Hollywood Studios

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Walt Disney Imagineering Files Construction Permit for Major Buzz Lightyear Ride Update​

Walt Disney Imagineering has filed a construction permit for Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin at Magic Kingdom. The permit lists Icarus Exhibits as the contractor, with the scope of work described as “Install Set Elements.”

Walt Disney Imagineering Files Construction Permit for Major Buzz Lightyear Ride Update

Walt Disney Imagineering Files Construction Permit for Major Buzz Lightyear Ride Update

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Disney World Launches Half-Price Summer 2025 Ticket Deal for Kids​

Disney World is offering a limited-time deal for kids’ theme park tickets, valid for visits between May 27 and September 20, 2025. The discount applies to standard park tickets for children ages 3 to 9 and can be combined with add-on options like Park Hopper. Tickets can be purchased online, by phone, or through a travel professional.

Disney World Launches Half-Price Summer 2025 Ticket Deal for Kids

Disney World Launches Half-Price Summer 2025 Ticket Deal for Kids

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Disney World Offers 3-Day, 3-Park Ticket Starting at $89 per Day for Summer 2025​

Disney World is offering a limited-time 3-Day, 3-Park ticket starting at $89 per day, valid from April 6 through September 22, 2025. The ticket provides access to EPCOT, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom, with one park per day and no theme park reservations required.

Disney World Offers 3-Day, 3-Park Ticket Starting at $89 per Day for Summer 2025

Disney World Offers 3-Day, 3-Park Ticket Starting at $89 per Day for Summer 2025

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How to Get Up to 30% Off Disney World Resort Rooms in August and September 2025​

Disney World has released new resort hotel discounts for travel between August 1 and October 11, 2025. Savings of up to 30% are available for stays of five nights or longer, with discounts also available for shorter stays.

How to Get Up to 30% Off Disney World Resort Rooms in August and September 2025

How to Get Up to 30% Off Disney World Resort Rooms in August and September 2025

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Disney World Annual Passholders Can Save Up to 35% on Resort Hotels in Late 2025​

Disney World Annual Passholders can save up to 35% on select resort hotels from August to December 2025. The discount applies to various resorts and room types, with savings ranging from 25% to 35%. Passholders must have a valid Annual Pass and park reservation, and the offer cannot be combined with other discounts.

Disney World Annual Passholders Can Save Up to 35% on Resort Hotels in Late 2025

Disney World Annual Passholders Can Save Up to 35% on Resort Hotels in Late 2025

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New Disney World Hotel Deal Offers Up to 35% Off for Florida Residents in Late 2025​

Disney World is offering up to 35% off rooms at select Disney Resorts Collection hotels for Florida residents staying between August 1 and October 11, 2025. The highest savings are available for 4-night or longer stays.

New Disney World Hotel Deal Offers Up to 35% Off for Florida Residents in Late 2025

New Disney World Hotel Deal Offers Up to 35% Off for Florida Residents in Late 2025

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Free Dining Plan Returns to Disney World for Summer and Fall 2025 Vacations​

Disney World is bringing back the free dining plan for select 2025 summer and fall vacations. The offer includes a complimentary dining plan with a non-discounted 4-night, 4-day package that includes a Disney Resort hotel stay and a Park Hopper theme park ticket.

Free Dining Plan Returns to Disney World for Summer and Fall 2025 Vacations

Free Dining Plan Returns to Disney World for Summer and Fall 2025 Vacations

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Disney Shares First Look Inside the Upcoming Villains Show at Disney's Hollywood Studios​

Disney released a behind-the-scenes video of Sunset Showcase at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, where staging preparations are underway for the new live show, Disney Villains: Unfairly Ever After.

Disney Shares First Look Inside the Upcoming Villains Show at Disney's Hollywood Studios

Disney Shares First Look Inside the Upcoming Villains Show at Disney's Hollywood Studios

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Disney World 2025 Discounts: Full List of Ticket, Hotel, and Dining Deals​

Disney World is offering discounted park tickets, free dining plans, and up to 40% off hotel rooms for stays from April through December 2025. The deals are available to the general public, Annual Passholders, and Florida residents.

Disney World 2025 Discounts: Full List of Ticket, Hotel, and Dining Deals

Disney World 2025 Discounts: Full List of Ticket, Hotel, and Dining Deals

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Disney Imagineers Upgrade BDX Droids for Walt Disney World Debut in 2025​

Disney Imagineers are upgrading BDX droids for their 2025 debut at Walt Disney World. The upgrades include replacing 3D-printed parts with milled components to withstand Florida’s weather, adding new content to expand behavior, and refining the droids to handle uneven terrain.

Disney Imagineers Upgrade BDX Droids for Walt Disney World Debut in 2025

Disney Imagineers Upgrade BDX Droids for Walt Disney World Debut in 2025

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Disney Leaders Explain How the 'Disney Bubble' Shapes the Guest Experience and What's Next​

Disney World leaders discussed the “Disney bubble” concept, emphasizing the importance of guest immersion and the need to balance large-scale operations with personalized experiences. They highlighted the creation of a Customer Experience team to streamline booking and planning, and the focus on families this summer with promotions and new park additions. The panel also touched on the scale of Disney World’s operations and the need to cater to both new and returning guests.

Disney Leaders Explain How the 'Disney Bubble' Shapes the Guest Experience and What's Next

Disney Leaders Explain How the 'Disney Bubble' Shapes the Guest Experience and What's Next

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Disney H2O Glow After Hours Returns to Typhoon Lagoon for Summer 2025: Dates, Prices, and Ticket Info​

Disney H2O Glow After Hours returns to Typhoon Lagoon for summer 2025, offering late-night water park access, shorter lines, and complimentary food and beverages. The event runs on select nights from May 23 through September 13, 2025, with ticket sales beginning in early April.

Disney H2O Glow After Hours Returns to Typhoon Lagoon for Summer 2025: Dates, Prices, and Ticket Info

Disney H2O Glow After Hours Returns to Typhoon Lagoon for Summer 2025: Dates, Prices, and Ticket Info

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Disney Unveils May the 4th 2025 Star Wars Merchandise Collection​

Disney has unveiled the 2025 Star Wars merchandise collection, featuring limited-edition apparel, accessories, and collectibles. The collection, launching on May 4th in Disney Parks and online on April 4th, includes new character artwork and designs representing the light and dark sides of the Force. Early access and surprise product drops will be available on DisneyStore.com leading up to May 4th.

Disney Unveils May the 4th 2025 Star Wars Merchandise Collection

Disney Unveils May the 4th 2025 Star Wars Merchandise Collection

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Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Refurbishment Update: New Lift Hill and Track Installed at Magic Kingdom​

Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at Magic Kingdom is undergoing a refurbishment with new track sections, including a lift hill, installed. The attraction, closed since January 2025, is expected to reopen in 2026.

Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Refurbishment Update: New Lift Hill and Track Installed at Magic Kingdom

Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Refurbishment Update: New Lift Hill and Track Installed at Magic Kingdom

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New Costumes Debut for Walt Disney World Parking Lot Cast Members​

Disney has introduced new uniforms for parking lot Cast Members at Walt Disney World, replacing the old yellow color scheme with a more modern look. The updated uniform includes a white shirt, dark blue pants, and a high-visibility vest.

New Costumes Debut for Walt Disney World Parking Lot Cast Members

New Costumes Debut for Walt Disney World Parking Lot Cast Members

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