Nearly sixty years ago, Disney registered the trademark for its first audio-animatronic, marking a groundbreaking innovation for theme parks. Disney Imagineers designed a creation that was far more than just a machine. Today, audio-animatronics are a staple in theme parks worldwide, with the technology advancing beyond our wildest expectations. One of Disney’s most iconic attractions, Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room, ...

Tomorrow is the final day to experience Buzz Lightyear’s Astro Blasters at Tokyo Disney Resort. The beloved interactive attraction will permanently close on October 31, allowing guests just one last day to join Buzz and his crew in a thrilling battle against the Evil Emperor Zurg. With its closure, Tokyo Disney Resort prepares to usher in new experiences and further ...

For years, guests visiting Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort could bypass traditional standby queues by using the free FastPass system. Then, in 2021, Disney shocked and angered those guests by eliminating the popular program and replacing it with Disney Genie+, which cost money to use every day. Less than three years later, Disney Genie+ was replaced with the ...

Disney has recently made headlines with the introduction of its Lightning Lane Premiere Pass, which can cost up to $449 per person for a single day at Walt Disney World. This high price point has sparked significant guest reactions, leaving many loyal fans alienated. Critics argue that such a pricing structure favors wealthier guests and diminishes accessibility for average families ...

In a unique and exciting collaboration, Disney has revealed a stunning Disney-themed train, the “Magical Journey Shinkansen,” which will serve passengers for the next several months. The train marks a groundbreaking addition to Japan’s railway experience. This Disney-themed bullet train has begun operation recently, captivating both Disney fans and railway enthusiasts alike. The collaboration between JR East and Oriental Land ...

Many classic rides are looking much different than their original counterparts, but a new change to “it’s a small world” is erasing a groundbreaking contribution. Many of the new reimaginings announced at this year’s D23 Expo, namely those at Disney World, overhaul traditional park fixtures. However, the new Beyond Big Thunder projects seem to replace many Walt Disney originals, and ...

One theme park has removed all Disney characters from their meet-and-greet locations as excessive heat makes the encounters unsafe. It’s unclear how long these restrictions will be in place. At Disney, it’s more than just a costume–character performers bring the magic of the company’s movies and television to life. Whether portraying Mickey Mouse, Peter Pan, or your favorite Disney Princess, ...

A trip to a Disney theme park is supposed to be a magical time when friends and families can create lasting memories. Disney parks are full of fun rides and attractions, delicious food, incredible character meet and greets, and stunning nighttime spectaculars. It seems hard to believe that anything could go wrong when you are spending the day at Disney. ...

If you have been watching the news lately, or have even stepped outside your front door, then you have probably heard that many countries are experiencing extreme heat waves. In the US, multiple states are seeing heat records broken, which has sadly resulted in a number of tragic deaths. Just the other day, Las Vegas, Nevada, broke its heat record ...

It’s official: all fireworks have been axed from two Disney theme parks for the entire summer. For decades, every decent Disney day has ended with a nighttime spectacular. What started with the classic fireworks display Fantasy in the Sky at Disneyland Resort has evolved into shows that blend pyrotechnics, projections, and even drones at Disney parks across the globe. Related: ...