EPCOT Festival of the Arts 2025: Dates and Highlights Archive
2025 festival archive: EPCOT International Festival of the Arts ran January 17–February 24, 2025. That event has ended. This article preserves the date announcement and our original photographs; it is not the schedule for a future festival. What is EPCOT Festival of the Arts? The festival brings visual art, food presentation and live performance into […]
Walt Disney World 2024 Holiday Guide
2024 archive — reviewed October 13, 2026. The dates, locations, menus, and entertainment below describe the 2024 holiday season. They are not current booking information. Activities began on different dates; November 12 was not a single start date for every holiday offering. For a future trip, start with our Walt Disney World Planning Guide. Our […]
Candlelight Processional 2024 Narrators Announced!
2024 archive, reviewed October 13, 2026: The narrator list below belongs to the November 29–December 30, 2024 EPCOT Festival of the Holidays. Those performances have ended. Do not use this schedule to book a current vacation. Planning for 2026 instead? Disney’s 2026 announcement lists evening performances at 4:45 p.m., 6:30 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. Eastern […]
Lightning Lane Premier Pass: Disney’s New Fast Track to Magic!
Reviewed October 13, 2026. Lightning Lane Premier Pass is an optional paid upgrade for guests who want to visit eligible attractions without reserving individual arrival windows. It does not include park admission, unlimited repeat rides, or a promise of no wait. What does Lightning Lane Premier Pass include? Premier Pass includes one Lightning Lane entry […]
What to Do During a Hurricane at Disney World
Reviewed October 13, 2026. If a hurricane threatens your Disney World vacation, follow local emergency instructions and the directions given by your resort. This article is a preparation guide, not a live weather alert. Do not use park opening hours as proof that it is safe to travel. Where should I check hurricane updates at […]
Disney Deals for Early 2025: Save Big on Disney Resort Hotels!
Expired offers — reviewed October 13, 2026. This article originally covered early-2025 Disney World hotel discounts. Those booking and travel periods have passed. The former savings headlines should not be treated as prices or discounts available today. Can you still book the early-2025 Disney hotel deals? No. This post is an archive of a past […]
Why You Shouldn’t Skip Character Dining at Walt Disney World
Reviewed October 13, 2026. Character dining at Walt Disney World combines a meal with Disney character appearances. It can be a memorable part of a first trip, but it is worth choosing the right restaurant, meal and time for your family. What I love most is the chance to enjoy those special moments together while […]
Mickey’s Not So Scary: Character Guide
Updated October 13, 2026. Character greetings are a major reason to visit Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Magic Kingdom. This guide explains what Disney has confirmed for 2026 and how to plan character time without relying on outdated location lists. The party is separately ticketed. Character appearances and locations can change, so check your event […]
Maximize Your Time with Park Hopper Tickets at Disney
Reviewed October 13, 2026. At Walt Disney World, the Park Hopper option lets you visit more than one theme park in a day, subject to capacity. It can add flexibility, but traveling between parks takes time. For a first trip, compare that benefit with the lower cost and simpler schedule of one park per day. […]
Disney Worlds Best Rides for Toddlers and Young Kids
Reviewed October 13, 2026. Choose rides around your child’s height, comfort with darkness and movement, and need for breaks. “Any height” does not mean every child will enjoy an attraction. Planning a trip to Disney World with toddlers or young kids? You’re in for an unforgettable adventure! Disney truly shines when it comes to offering […]