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The NEW Rules You Need to Know About Driving to Disney World in 2026

March 29, 2026 by Jesus Garcia

Between new Florida laws, sneaky tolls, and a few quirks that even veteran Disney guests still get wrong, pulling up to the Most Magical Place on Earth in your own car takes a little more planning than it used to. Here's everything you need to know before you hit the road to Disney World in 2026.

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6 Things I Wish I’d Known Before Riding Toy Story Mania in Disney World

March 27, 2026 by Jesus Garcia

If you’re planning to ride Toy Story Mania anytime soon, here are six things you’ll definitely want to know before you step into your carnival car.

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7 Weird Reasons You Need A MagicBand On Your Disney Trip

March 25, 2026 by Jesus Garcia

The MagicBand+ might seem optional at first glance, but it can seriously upgrade your park experience in ways you may not expect. If you’ve been on the fence about grabbing one, here are some of the more unexpected reasons it might end up being one of the most useful things you pack.

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2026 Disney Pin Buying Guide: Best Finds for Kids, Adults, and Collectors

March 25, 2026 by Jesus Garcia

From insider release schedules to collector-level tips, here’s how to find the best Disney pins for kids, adults, and serious collectors in 2026.

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5 Hotel Mistakes That Scream “This Is My First Trip to Disney World”

July 29, 2025 by David Goodkind

We've all made these Disney World hotel mistakes before...but you don't have to during your next vacation!

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Friends Don’t Let Friends Do THIS At Disney World

January 28, 2021 by Jenna Saxton

One of the best ways to have a successful Disney trip is to seek advice from friends who have been there before. If you find yourself at a table trying to give your friends the best Disney tips, you'll want to start here.

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Be Sure to Do This One Thing With Your Kids Before Your Next Disney Trip!

April 9, 2020 by Prissy Noriega

There is ONE thing you should not forget to do with your kids BEFORE your Disney vacation -- come find out what it is!

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Why Early Morning Magic is the Best Way to Do Disney World

March 27, 2019 by Sarah Sands

Are you wondering how you are going to do it all -- the rides, character meet and greets, and attractions -- on your Disney World vacation? There's a solution -- learn about Early Morning Magic here!

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Disney World Free Dining Deadline Approaching: All You Need to Know About 2019’s Program

January 31, 2019 by Sarah Sands

With the deadline quickly approaching to book your Disney vacation package with Free Dining you may be wondering if this is really the deal for you. Learn about this year's Free Dining Program and how to determine if it is right for your vacation.

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2019 Disney Parks Moms Panel Announced

January 13, 2019 by Debra Martin Koma

The 2019 class of the Disney Parks Mom Panel has been announced, adding 12 new panelists to the existing 28 who give advice and answer questions to readers planning Disney vacations.

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