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Free Muppets Magnet & More Perks, Plus Disney World Annual Pass Discount Predictions

Tom Bricker — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 18:05:07 +0000

Walt Disney World has announced new perks including a free Muppets magnet at Hollywood Studios for what’s basically an extension of AP Appreciation Days, albeit a light one, for late summer and early fall. This covers all of the official details plus our predictions about an upcoming Annual Pass discount, since many readers have asked about...

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Disney World Reveals Restaurants, Lovely Lobby, & Fireworks Deck for Lakeshore Lodge Resort!

Tom Bricker — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 16:43:49 +0000

Walt Disney World has released new concept art and details for the restaurants (plural), upper-level fireworks viewing terrace, and lobby at Lakeshore Lodge, giving fans our first look inside the new Magic Kingdom area waterfront resort opening in Summer 2027. Here are full details, brand-new concept art, plus our commentary about these features. As basic background,...

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‘Disney Worldbuilders’ Film Gives Fans New Look Behind the Scenes at Expansion with Top Creative Minds

Tom Bricker — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 14:47:33 +0000

Disney Worldbuilders, a new documentary from the Academy Award and Emmy-nominated filmmaker Leslie Iwerks, features some of the company’s most influential filmmakers as they reflect on what’s shaped their creative work. Here are new details and the release date of the next major project from the creative behind The Imagineering Story and Disneyland Handcrafted, plus how...

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Free Flights for a Friend in 2027 via Southwest Companion Pass After One Trip for a Limited Time!

Tom Bricker — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 13:18:27 +0000

A popular airfare deal is back for a limited time! You can score buy one, get one free flights via the Southwest Companion Pass for a limited time in early 2027 after booking a single round trip flight this fall. This post covers details of this special offer: dates, pros & cons, alternatives, and how...

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Cryptic Clue Teases Reimagining or Reopening of Indiana Jones Adventure: Temple of the Crystal Skull

Tom Bricker — Mon, 03 Aug 2026 20:24:27 +0000

It’s not every day that Disney drops a cryptic clue that, depending upon how construed, could lead fans to conclude that an attraction is either closing permanently for a complete reimagining or about to announce an imminent reopening. Those are pretty much polar opposites on the spectrum of ride refurbishment outcomes! And yet, that’s exactly...

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What’s New at 2026 Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party: Merchandise, Jack Sparrow & Stitch Shows

Tom Bricker — Mon, 03 Aug 2026 16:57:44 +0000

Walt Disney World has announced new & updated entertainment for the 2026 Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party, along with the merchandise and exclusive popcorn buckets sold at Magic Kingdom during the spook season special event. This post covers the Lilo & Stitch and Captain Jack Sparrow entertainment, plus other recent changes in the last...

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