Articles: 2026

Somehow, every year, it seems summer days get hotter and those hot days last longer. Temperatures in Orlando have frequently reached the mid-90s, as of late. With Florida's never-ending sunshine and notorious humidity, it can be tough to stick out a full day at the theme parks. Luckily, SeaWorld Orlando...

At Magic Kingdom (and all of the Disney World theme parks), you can find three paid Lightning Lane passes to expedite the lines: Disney Lightning Lane Multi Pass (formerly Genie+ service), Disney Lightning Lane Single Pass (formerly individual Lightning Lanes) and Disney Lightning Premier Pass. You can make all your...

At EPCOT (and all of the other Disney World theme parks), you can purchase Lightning Lane passes and make selections days in advance of your arrival, which gives you more time to plan your visit! You've got three different options: Disney Lightning Lane Multi Pass (formerly Genie+ service), Disney Lightning...

At Disney's Hollywood Studios (as well as the other Disney World theme parks), you have three paid options for bypassing the lines: Disney Lightning Lane Multi Pass (formerly Genie+ service), Disney Lightning Lane Single Pass (formerly individual Lightning Lanes) and Disney Lightning Lane Premier Pass. You can now choose your...

At each Walt Disney World theme park, including Animal Kingdom, you can find three paid options to skip the lines: Disney Lightning Lane Multi Pass (formerly known as Genie+ service), Disney Lightning Lane Single Pass (formerly known as individual Lightning Lanes) and Disney Lightning Lane Premier Pass. Unlike the other...

One of the most magical parts of a Disney Cruise is getting to meet your favorite Disney characters. From Mickey and friends to Disney Princesses and Marvel heroes, there are tons of opportunities to take photos, get autographs and make memories with your favorite pals. In this post, we’re breaking...

New changes are in effect DAS at Disneyland and Disney World. How you set up DAS has changed at Disneyland: You can still use video chat to have pre-arrival conversations to determine eligibility from 2 to 60 days in advance. You can also set up DAS at the Accessibility Services...

MSC World America is making waves as the newest ship from MSC Cruises, which debuted on April 12, 2025. Onboard, you'll find endless dining options, themed bars and lounges, high-energy entertainment and non-stop activities. MSC World America sails out of Miami for 7-night itineraries through the Caribbean with stops at...

Universal Orlando Resort's newest theme park, Universal Epic Universe, has so much to discover. From the whimsy of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic and the delight of How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk to the danger of Dark Universe and the immersion...

If you've been missing that wild, runaway mine train through the desert … you're not alone. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad was closed for refurbishment for over a year, but the good news is, it's time to ride again. This Magic Kingdom favorite reopened May 3, 2026, and it's back with...