Disney World The project formerly known as Reflections, buried by the pandemic in 2020, quietly resurrected as Lakeshore Lodge in late 2024, just got its first real specs. Disney Vacation Club now has it at 967 rooms, summer 2027, with waterfront Lake Houses, a Bambi-to-Brother-Bear theming pitch, and a front-row seat to Magic Kingdom's fireworks.
Disney World Disney just dropped the 2026 dates for H2O Glow After Hours at Typhoon Lagoon, and the character list reads like a '90s-kid fever dream: Powerline Max, Scrooge McDuck, Launchpad McQuack, and Chip 'n' Dale as the Rescue Rangers are all coming to party under the neon. Thirteen nights, June 2 through September 5, starting at $85.
Universal Orlando Those mysterious camera-topped stanchions fans spotted at Epic Universe's portal entrances finally have an official explanation. Universal quietly updated its Effortless Entry page to confirm Photo Validation, its preferred term for facial recognition, will gate entry into each of the park's four portal lands whenever Virtual Lines are active.
Disney World A $1.54M contract quietly approved by CFTOD on February 27 authorizes the permanent abandonment of the remaining High Temperature Hot Water hotel loop — the last Walt-era piece of centralized heating infrastructure feeding the Magic Kingdom Resort Area. After 54 years in the ground, one of Reedy Creek's original utility marvels is being decommissioned for good.
Disney World A quiet CFTOD board vote on February 27 approved a $6.57M contract to replace the electrical guts of the Studios North Central Energy Plant at Disney's Hollywood Studios. Paired with the already-reported Studios South expansion, that's both of the park's central plants getting rebuilt simultaneously — a backstage tell that almost always precedes something big.
Universal Orlando Cosmos Fountain drained for show-lighting upgrades, multiple fireworks-tech job postings, a "Universal Celestial Goodnight" trademark filed in December, and a new launch pad behind Helios Grand. Universal won't confirm the show — but the receipts are piling up.
Disney World Twenty-five years ago this week, Disney opened the most unusual resort ever built at Walt Disney World — a kraal-inspired lodge wrapped around a 33-acre African savanna. Here's how it came to be, and why it still feels like magic.
Universal Orlando Universal just opened a second round of Halloween Horror Nights 35 auditions, with a tight April 22 deadline and the confirmed return of Jack the Clown and Dr. Oddfellow teaming up in a brand-new house.
Disney World runDisney's Disney Duos weekend is in full swing at Walt Disney World — and today's 10K stars Winnie the Pooh and Tigger with a honey-pot finisher medal to match.
Universal Orlando One of the only big non-ride kid zones inside Epic Universe goes dark from May 4 to May 22, with the reopening landing neatly on the park's one-year anniversary. It's the second Isle of Berk refurb of 2026, and it lands right before peak summer family travel.
Disney World The "Wildest Ride in the Wilderness" gallops back to Magic Kingdom on May 3 after a 16-month overhaul — new track, refreshed trains, a brand-new Rainbow Caverns scene, and a 38-inch height requirement that opens the coaster to a whole new crop of little buckaroos. And as of yesterday, cast members are already climbing aboard.
EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets gets a May 26 opening date, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad returns May 3 with a new height requirement, Wilderness Lodge boats go dark through May 1, EPCOT Flower & Garden hits its midseason stride, and Disney Destiny opens up its engine room for the first time.
Universal Orlando Pay-per-ride Express access debuts across all three parks, the Epic Universe Preview Center wraps up, Burger King Whopper Bar gets a closing date, Comic Strip Cafe refreshes its menu for the first time in 27 years, and Butterbeer Season returns to the Wizarding World.
Disney World Disney has officially announced that Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring the Muppets opens May 26, 2026 at Hollywood Studios. Dr. Teeth and the Electric Mayhem take over G-Force Records with a star-studded new set list, a first-ever Scooter Audio-Animatronic, and nine celebrity cameos.
Disney World A Disney Springs Amphicar tour vehicle took on water through a passenger door mid-ride, leaving one family with water up to their knees before the driver reversed course and returned to the dock. No injuries were reported and the attraction remains open.
Disney World Walt Disney Imagineering has filed a Notice of Commencement for new signage installation at Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, the latest detail to emerge from what Disney is calling a "mountain-top to cavern-deep refurbishment." The ride is set to reopen in early May 2026.
Universal Orlando Construction on Universal Studios Florida's next major roller coaster is accelerating fast. The Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift — a 170-foot high-speed spinning coaster replacing the beloved Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit — is showing serious structural progress this week, with concrete block walls and ride footers rising across the construction site.
Universal Orlando Universal Orlando has confirmed demolition of the remaining Lost Continent structures at Islands of Adventure, with permits filed for removal of the former Poseidon's Fury and Eighth Voyage of Sindbad buildings. A new Intamin-built major attraction is on the way — and the rumored replacement lands have fans buzzing.
Disney World Disney World just revealed the full lineup for Cool Kids' Summer 2026, with official opening dates for a revamped Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin, the debut of Bluey's Wild World at Animal Kingdom, an all-new Soarin' Across America film at EPCOT, and a new Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Live! show at Hollywood Studios.
Universal Orlando Fresh aerial photography from Islands of Adventure shows significant construction progress on the Jurassic Park River Adventure refurbishment, with brand-new ride boats and a fully replaced track visible behind construction walls. The beloved water ride is expected to reopen in November 2026.
Disney World From its debut on opening day in 1989 to its final tram ride in 2014, the Backlot Tour at Disney-MGM Studios gave millions of guests a behind-the-scenes look at real Hollywood magic. Let's celebrate this beloved attraction and the role it played in shaping one of Disney World's most exciting parks.
Disney World Walt Disney World continues its multi-year costume refresh with three new designs packed with hidden details, vintage EPCOT nostalgia, and performance fabrics built for Florida's heat.
Disney World Disney has officially named Thomas Mazloum as the next Chairman of Disney Experiences, succeeding Josh D'Amaro who becomes CEO on March 18. The announcement also brings a wave of leadership changes including new presidents for Disneyland Resort, Disney Parks International, and Disney Consumer Products.
Universal Orlando Universal Orlando is launching Volcano Bay Nights, an after-hours event running select nights from May through August 2026, featuring shorter wait times, DreamWorks character meet-and-greets, live DJs, complimentary treats, and more — all for $99.
Universal Orlando It's MAR10 Day, and Yoshi has officially made his Universal Epic Universe debut! The beloved green dinosaur is now greeting guests in Super Nintendo World as part of the five-week Super Mario Galaxy Movie celebration.
Disney World With Josh D'Amaro moving up to CEO, Bloomberg reports that Thomas Mazloum — a 25-year Disney veteran who started on cruise ships and now leads Disneyland Resort — is the frontrunner to take the helm of Disney's massive parks, cruises, and experiences division.
Volcano Bay no longer accepts cash for any purchases inside the water park. Here's what you need to know before your next visit.
Universal Epic Universe kicks off a five-week celebration starting March 10 with a limited-time Yoshi character meet-and-greet, interactive Luma shoulder pals, themed food, and more — all in honor of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie premiering April 1.
Other Worlds Mercantile Newly updated construction permits confirm that Universal Epic Universe's first expansion will enlarge The Wizarding World of Harry Potter — Ministry of Magic, with 150,000 square feet of new construction already underway in Celestial Park.
Cinderella's Royal Table Before character dining was a Walt Disney World staple, the Empress Lilly riverboat offered something magical — a sit-down breakfast with Mickey, Minnie, and friends aboard a paddle steamer on Village Lake. For an entire generation of 1980s kids, it was their very first Disney character meal.
