It seems like we can never get enough time at Disney World. Luckily, there are ways to get even more time inside the parks during your visit. Some of them don't cost anything extra, while others charge a separate admission fee. And some are limited to certain Guests, while others are open to anyone [...]
UPDATES February 6, 2025: Updated with itineraries across the fleet in summer 2026 and early fall 2026. November 14, 2024: Updated with inaugural season of Disney Adventure itineraries October 16, 2024: Updated with additional early information on Disney Adventure 2026 itineraries September 3, 2024: Updated with inaugural season of Disney Destiny itineraries August 1, [...]
There's little doubt that Disney's line-skipping technology, known as Lightning Lane, can help you save time in the park on most days. But the fact that you must pay for the privilege means families planning a Disney trip need to consider whether Disney Lightning Lane passes are actually worth it. After a thorough analysis [...]
If you're going on a solo trip to Disney World -- or just don't mind riding an attraction with a few strangers -- you might be able to save some time in line by using the Single Rider queue. But how does the Single Rider Line work at Disney World? Does it cost anything? [...]
Lines -- unfortunately, they're just part of the Disney World experience. But there are plenty of ways to avoid spending too much time in line. Some of these, such as Lightning Lane Passes, require you to pay money to skip the line. But others, such as the Virtual Queue service, are free. So how [...]
UPDATES January 15, 2025: Several November 2025 Disney Fantasy saildates canceled January 6, 2025: Added additional 2025 European saildates November 14, 2024: Updated with remaining 2025 Disney Adventure itineraries October 16, 2024: Updated with early information on Disney Adventure itineraries and maiden voyage September 3, 2024: Updated with remaining 2025 Disney Destiny itineraries August [...]
There's no better place to ring in the New Year than at Disney World. Unlike New York City (where you're forced to just stand in a pen on the street for up to 18 hours), Disney offers plenty to keep you occupied all day long. The parks take on an entirely different atmosphere on [...]
UPDATES & MILESTONES April 19, 2025: The Disney Adventure has been "floated out" and the exterior substantially complete. March 24, 2025: The Disney Destiny is now afloat in the water, with systems testing underway and interior construction continuing. January 15, 2025: The exterior of the Disney Destiny is complete, with focus now shifting toward [...]
Lightning Lanes are the easiest way to avoid lines at Disney World. Understanding what they are -- and how they work -- can significantly reduce the amount of time you waste waiting to get on rides. So let's get started with our comprehensive Lightning Lane overview and tutorial. It's worth noting that Lightning Lane [...]
There have been several times in the history of Disney World that the theme parks have had to shut down unexpectedly. Let's take a look at all of the times in the past where Disney World has closed. How Many Times Has Disney World Closed? Hurricane are the most common reason Disney World [...]