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Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy to Open March 31!

January 17, 2019 by Debra Martin Koma

A new show in Disney's Hollywood Studios, Lightning McQueen's Racing Academy, is set to open on March 31! Here's what we know about the new experience, which features the red racing car and his Cars friends Tow Mater and Cruz Ramirez, so far.

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Construction Update: Space Restaurant and France Pavilion

January 17, 2019 by Debra Martin Koma

Construction continues all around Epcot in preparation for the WDW resort's 2021 anniversary. Here's a quick look at what's happening on the Space restaurant and in the France pavilion in World Showcase.

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Walt Disney World Resort Hotels to Implement New Credit Card Policy Starting in February

January 15, 2019 by Sarah Sands

Walt Disney World Resorts will implement a new credit card payment policy on February 27, 2019. This new policy will better align Disney's practices with standard hotel industry practices. Read about the new policy here.

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Giraffe Born on Animal Kingdom’s Kilimanjaro Safaris Savanna

January 15, 2019 by Debra Martin Koma

Disney World's Animal Kingdom welcomed a very special brand-new addition to the family yesterday. See a picture of the brand-new baby giraffe here!

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Disney World’s Peter Pan’s Flight Closed Temporarily for Refurbishment

January 14, 2019 by Sarah Sands

One of Disney World's more popular rides, Peter Pan's Flight in Magic Kingdom's Fanstasyland is closed for refurbishment. Find out when this ride will reopen here.

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Epcot Festival of the Arts Merchandise and Passholder Specials Announced

January 11, 2019 by Sarah Sands

A new Festival is on the horizon in Epcot! We've just learned about the merchandise, and the Passholder exclusive merchandise, magnet, and dining discounts for the Festival of the Arts! Get all the details and see photos here!

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Hollywood Studios Debuts New Disney Junior Dance Party!

January 10, 2019 by Sarah Sands

Disney World's Hollywood Studio's launched a brand new Disney Junior Dance Party! in Animation Courtyard during the holidays. Read about and see all the photos of this high-energy show that is sure to entertain and energize you and your kids!

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Hollywood Studios’ Tatooine Traders Addition Takes Shape

January 10, 2019 by Sarah Sands

We've been monitoring the structure being added to Hollywood Studios' Tatooine Traders store. Work started on this just as the interior refurbishment was completed. See the updated photos here.

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Tomorrowland Speedway Closed at Disney World’s Magic Kingdom

January 9, 2019 by Sarah Sands

While we were in Magic Kingdom last week we noticed we didn't hear the familiar sounds of engines as we neared the Tomorrowland Speedway. We stopped there and learned the Tomorrowland Speedway has closed -- for now. Learn more here.

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Animal Kingdom Expecting Kevin from “Up” to Land in the Park Soon!

January 7, 2019 by Sarah Sands

Disney World's Animal Kingdom is getting ready to roll out the red carpet and welcome a new resident to the park. We already know she is tall, blue, likes chocolate, and is very curious...find out who is landing in Animal Kingdom here!

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