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Are Disney Executives Cocky or Just Lying About Epic Universe?

Disney Experiences Chairman Josh D’Amaro projects confidence that Universal Orlando‘s forthcoming Epic Universe theme park won’t pull visitors away from Walt Disney World. In fact, he suggests that a new park could even drive more guests to Disney’s parks, portraying it as a boost for market growth in central Florida—not a looming threat…or so he Are Disney Executives Cocky or Just Lying About Epic Universe?

Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Tickets Now Available for Disney Resort Guests

Tickets for the 2025 Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party are now available for guests staying at select Walt Disney World Resort hotels, including Disney-owned resorts, the Swan and Dolphin Hotels, and Shades of Green. This early access purchase window is open exclusively for eligible guests and begins one week before tickets go on sale to the Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Tickets Now Available for Disney Resort Guests

‘Blippi’ Meets Mickey: New Episodes Journey Through Disney World & Disney Cruise Ship

Get ready for an exciting new adventure as Blippi and his pal Meekah of Moonbug Entertainment have teamed up with Disney destinations for the very first time! Beginning tomorrow, May 15th, the dynamic duo will embark on a magical journey through Walt Disney World and aboard Disney Cruise Line’s Disney Wish cruise ship, bringing fun ‘Blippi’ Meets Mickey: New Episodes Journey Through Disney World & Disney Cruise Ship

Free Maleficent Annual Passholder Magnet Now Available at EPCOT

Listen well, Passholders! The latest FREE magnet for Walt Disney World Annual Passholders featuring thee Mistress of all Evil is here! The new magnet pays homage to arguably the most popular Disney villain; the stone-hearted and powerfully villainous fairy from the animated classic Sleeping Beauty. Maleficent will also soon take center stage in the long-awaited Disney Villains: Unfairly Ever After Free Maleficent Annual Passholder Magnet Now Available at EPCOT

Whatever Happened to Stitch’s Great Escape and Why Did Disney Close It?

When Stitch’s Great Escape! closed its doors on January 6, 2018, few knew that it was never going to reopen, as it was listed as a “seasonal operation.” Leaked photos surfaced later that year, showing Stitch’s animatronic completely dismantled, and by 2020, Disney confirmed the attraction’s permanent closure. Fast-forward to 2025, and the building that Whatever Happened to Stitch’s Great Escape and Why Did Disney Close It?

Disney Shares New Look at The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure

Disney has released a new 10-minute behind-the-scenes video for The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure, the upcoming live stage production debuting May 27th at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Hosted by Jodi Benson, the original voice of Ariel, the video offers a backstage look at scenes from the show, interviews with the creative team, and a tour Disney Shares New Look at The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure