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After testing began last week, Universal Orlando has officially announced first true nighttime spectacular at Epic Universe. Here’s the latest on Universal Celestial Goodnight, starting with the debut date and full details, followed by our brief commentary. Starting in Summer 2026, Universal Orlando Resort will invite guests to cap off their day of world-class thrills […]

If you’re debating Disney Vacation Club, you might’ve heard that it’s cheaper to purchase via the resale market than directly via DVC. You might be wondering whether there’s a catch to saving so much money, as there’s no such thing as a free lunch. This unbiased comparison does the math and helps you determine which

Character breakfasts are a great way to start a day at Walt Disney World, and dinners a good way to end it. We’ve done character dining experiences at restaurants in all of the parks and several hotels, with mixed results. Some we’ve loved, others have felt like a rip-off. In this post, we’ll share our

Imagineering has filed a construction permit for Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular at Hollywood Studios, following up mysterious filings for the not-so-ominous “Project Fedora.” This covers details from the three Notices of Commencement submitted by Walt Disney World, and our speculation as to what this could entail based on what’s happening around DHS. Let’s start

Summer humidity and heat can ruin a trip to Walt Disney World if you’re not prepared. This offers tips for packing, ways to deal with hot weather, and having a comfortable experience even when the “feels like” temperature is over 100 degrees. It’s the heart of the summer season at Walt Disney World, and that

“I hated Disneyland Paris. The park was awful and people were rude.” Comments like this are not uncommon from visitors who have been disappointed by Disneyland Paris. It’s the most divisive Disney park on the planet. It’s certainly not a place for everyone, and in this post I’ll highlight who is likely to love it–and

Toy Story Hotel is ugly. Upon opening, I joked that it reminded me of a children’s hospital or a colorful prison. The vibrant, larger-than-life style of Walt Disney World’s Value Resorts works much better for this style of property. I thought Toy Story Hotel was getting a pass from fans because people love the movies.

Summer may be the longest tourist season of the year at Disneyland, but there are still multiple ride refurbishments underway or recently added to the calendar. This covers those closures, along with more informal updates on other projects, including parking, ride testing, and more. The good news is that, as reflected in recent updates to

Disney’s Pop Century Resort is one of the cheapest on-site hotels at Walt Disney World, making it a top pick for saving money. This review shares photos of the newly-refurbished rooms, thoughts on amenities, compares it to other Value Resorts, and more. Pop Century has a reputation among frequent Walt Disney World guests as being

After over a year of rumors, speculation and launch site installation, Universal has started testing on the first true nighttime spectacular at Epic Universe. Here’s the latest, along with an expected timeline for debut. Since Epic Universe opened, the only nighttime production has been the Cosmos Fountain Show, which performs at or around park closing.