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Since we’ve been covering the D23 Expo, there has been controversy among fans about the recipients of the honor. Back in 2013, there was criticism over Steve Jobs’ selection, as well as John Goodman and Billy Crystal, and whether it was thinly-veiled PR for Monsters University. (With the benefit of hindsight, I think most fans […]

Free Dining is now available for everyone from Summer through December 2026, including both Halloween and Christmas. During this deal, Advance Dining Reservations for the ‘best’ Walt Disney World table service restaurants often book up. This post covers tips for making the best ADRs to maximize the special offer. It’s probably worth pointing out that this list

One resort at Walt Disney World is more love-it-or-hate-it than any other: Fort Wilderness. Its new DVC accommodations are controversial due to being a night and day difference from what they replaced, and fundamentally changing the character of the campground. This reviews the new Disney Vacation Club accommodations, sharing room photos & videos, covering pros

Disney has announced dates & details for the 2026 D23 Expo, including when ticket sales and pre-sales start. This covers everything we know so far about the event, which will offer a week-long celebration in Anaheim and at Disneyland Resort. Plus, area hotel recommendations and more for the ‘Ultimate Fan Event’ that’ll be held a

Our guide to April 2026 at Walt Disney World offers a free crowd calendar, weeks to visit & avoid, weather, ride refurbishments, and tips for navigating the chaos of Easter and Spring Break. Plus, info for Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Animal Kingdom, and Hollywood Studios. If you’re considering a spring visit, April crowds fluctuate depending upon

How many Michelin restaurants are there at Walt Disney World? Technically, Victoria & Albert’s at the flagship Grand Floridian is the lone location with a coveted star. V&A’s reputation precedes it, and the dining hot spot has earned countless accolades over the last several decades. It’s truly a transcendent dining experience, serving up an inventive

Here is our list of the best counter service restaurants at Walt Disney World. These are our 20 favorite quick places to eat in Magic Kingdom, Hollywood Studios, Animal Kingdom, Epcot, hotels and beyond. Some are once-per-trip dining spots, while others are hidden gems that even many WDW regulars haven’t tried. For our latest update,

Amazon’s Big Spring Sale is running now through March 31, 2026 and offers great deals on a variety of Disney-related goods–including travel gear & gadgets, toys, books, LEGOs, and more! This rounds up the best discounts during ‘Cyber Monday in March’ sale for your WDW trips, plus things that’ll make great Easter gifts for yourself

OpenAI will kill its Sora artificial intelligence video app, the company revealed in a surprise announcement. Along with that news, the Walt Disney Company’s landmark investment in OpenAI and 3-year licensing agreement to bring characters to Sora and AI shorts to Disney+ is dead. Here’s the latest. “We’re saying goodbye to Sora. To everyone who

I have a “confession.” Actually, it isn’t really so much a confession as it is a totally normal thing for the vast majority of travelers: I’ve never flown first class or business class or any other premium cabin aside from economy plus and that sort of thing. This nevertheless might be mildly surprising for a