AUTHOR: Blair Whitman
New Disney Springs Mother’s Day Activities Miss the Mark
Every year, the parks roll out their seasonal ‘celebrations,’ and on paper, it all sounds thoughtful. But when you actually line up what’s being offered for Mother’s Day this year, the message feels off. For Father’s Day, we’re talking whiskey tastings, curated pairings, low-effort, high-enjoyment experiences. Sit down, sip something good, maybe learn a little, … New Disney Springs Mother’s Day Activities Miss the Mark
Are the New Upgrades Enough to Save Hollywood Studios?
For a long stretch, Disney’s Animal Kingdom wore the label nobody wants. Weakest link. Half-day park. The one you bailed on after lunch because you had already ridden Flight of Passage twice and weren’t sure what to do next. The earlier closing time did not help. Neither did the limited/non-existent nighttime lineup. It felt like … Are the New Upgrades Enough to Save Hollywood Studios?
Stop Rope Dropping the Wrong Ride in Disney Parks
I am not a dawn-to-dusk girlie. I have little kids and a husband who talks a big game at 7:00 a.m. and is Googling “closest coffee” by 1:30 p.m. I pick my battles. I conserve energy. I plan strategically. But on one humid Orlando morning, in that deceptively peaceful pre-sunrise glow, we decided to rope … Stop Rope Dropping the Wrong Ride in Disney Parks
Disney’s Famous Evil Queen Fired for Breaking the Rules?
Disneyland lost its Evil Queen. Not the character. The performer. And no, this does not look like a sweet “moving on to new adventures” situation. It looks like a firing. Sabrina Von Bogenberg, who portrayed the Evil Queen, among other Disney characters, for years, quietly disappeared not long ago and only recently indicated in an … Disney’s Famous Evil Queen Fired for Breaking the Rules?
Are Amateur Content Creators Ruining the Disney Experience?
The Disney experience is supposed to feel picture-perfect, just with about 10,000 other people trying to pull off the same illusion at the exact same time. I know the deal. I signed up for this life years ago and made peace with crowds, Lightning Lane math, and the emotional support churro economy. What I did … Are Amateur Content Creators Ruining the Disney Experience?
Did Disney Fire Ruffalo or Just Internet Ducks Stirring?
The internet spent the larger part of last week absolutely convinced that Disney had quietly fired Mark Ruffalo over comments he made at the Golden Globes regarding the Renee Good situation in Minnesota, ICE, and President Trump. The problem is simple. There is no evidence. No statement from Disney. No confirmation from Marvel. No credible … Did Disney Fire Ruffalo or Just Internet Ducks Stirring?
Why Are Disney Loungefly Bags So Uselessly Small?
I have logged enough Disney trips at this point to know two things can be true at the same time. The magic is real, and some Disney-adjacent trends deserve to be questioned loudly, preferably while standing in line with a coffee. I also know I have a reputation for ruffling a few feathers, so I … Why Are Disney Loungefly Bags So Uselessly Small?
Did Disney Copyright a Name That Could Deny a Passport?
Disney has owned the Star Wars universe since acquiring Lucasfilm in 2012, and with it came an entire galaxy of copyright applications and trademarks. Characters, locations, iconic phrases. All expected. All standard. But every so often, trademark law wanders out of its lane and into real life in a way that feels less like brand … Did Disney Copyright a Name That Could Deny a Passport?
Is Overcrowding In Disney Springs Ruining The Holidays?
Holiday crowds at Walt Disney World are a known quantity. The parks hit their capacity limits, the queues stretch into next week, and everyone collectively agrees to pretend this is magical. Fine. Expected. But what no one seems to be talking about is the real pressure cooker: Disney Springs. While the parks shut the gates … Is Overcrowding In Disney Springs Ruining The Holidays?
How Many Days Are Too Many at Walt Disney World?
We all hit that overly optimistic phase of Disney vacation planning where we convince ourselves that the family absolutely needs ten, twelve, maybe fourteen consecutive days of magic. After all, if a little pixie dust is good, a multi-week glitter bomb has to be better, right? The truth is that most of us go gloriously … How Many Days Are Too Many at Walt Disney World?
