Disney Tourist Blog

If you're looking for a more adult spot for late night dining (or a family-friendly option earlier in the evening), this a great, under-the-radar spot at Walt Disney World. disneytouristblog.com/dahlia-lounge-…

NEW: Here’s the latest on DCL's final Triton, predictions on themes/IPs & thoughts on this class of ships (and why we're ready for something fresh). Plus, commentary about the aggressive wave of DCL fleet expansion & whether it's too much, too suddenly. disneytouristblog.com/disney-cruise-…

NEWS: We're excited for this lengthy closure & optimistic about the overhaul outcome! Here's full details, including the limited-time replacement we'd recommend doing during the refurb, predicted reopening date, and 'wish list' for the reimagining... disneytouristblog.com/disney-worlds-…

NEWS: Walt Disney World has released photos & videos of Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin. Plus, we now know the preview schedule, allowing for more credible soft opening predictions! disneytouristblog.com/first-look-pho…

BREAKING: Actually, D'Amaro was asked *two* questions about the future of Journey into Imagination. Here's what he said, why the way this unfolded feels like a tease by Disney, and our continued commentary for 'the cause' of JII4... disneytouristblog.com/new-ceo-disney…

@EpcotEnthusiast No, I think the synergy is too important. Maybe ESPN spun off, but even that seems unlikely at this point.

@DisTouristBlog Tom, agree that the "why" of moving 'Games' to 'Entertainment' doesn't ultimately matter, but I wonder if you agree with me that this could foreshaddow an eventual split into 2 separate companies: 'Entertainment' and 'Parks & Experiences?'

NEWS: Mr. D’Amaro’s Wild Ride as Disney CEO is officially underway. Disney has also made a couple of other leadership & structural changes. Here’s the latest, along with (positive!) implications for Parks & Resorts. disneytouristblog.com/its-officially…

BREAKING: Disney shareholders voted overwhelmingly to reject the DAS outside review proposal, with 95% against the audit. Here's the latest, plus our commentary... disneytouristblog.com/disability-acc…

@Bill60677121088 Restaurant Marrakesh struggled due to location + more adventurous cuisine, but I'm surprised it wasn't converted to character dining. Tangierine Cafe was a big blow; think it started as wanting more indoor flex/festival space for summer months. Hard to undo a change once made.

@DisTouristBlog Tom, as always, you've written a great article. Do you have any insights on why the restaurants in Morocco went, and stayed, dark with the exception of a watered down menu at Spice Road? I know Disney took over the mngmt of the pavilion but Tangerine Cafe was excellent.

"It's been 84 years..." ...but one of Walt Disney World's last big COVID closures is finally returning, and has been reimagined! Here's a sneak peek inside, plus tips & tricks for scoring ADRs if you missed out when the first batch sold out in seconds! disneytouristblog.com/first-look-ins…

NEW: We share our 'secret' to hidden hotel deals at Walt Disney World, demystifing one of the biggest ways to save money on resorts. A new tool opens the door to deep discounts at Crescent Lake, Pop Century & beyond over the next several months at WDW... disneytouristblog.com/hidden-hotel-d…

Six years ago today, Walt Disney World closed temporarily. The closure "only" lasted a few months, but has had major lasting impacts. On a positive note, some things feared 'gone for good' has returned in the last year--or will later in March 2026! disneytouristblog.com/disney-worlds-…

NEW: Walt Disney World's most luxurious & expensive on-site resort just sold for $1+ billion! Here are details of the sale, plus what it revealed about occupancy, room rates & discounts, and why we're thankful WDW doesn't opt for the same strategy... disneytouristblog.com/what-disney-wo…

Positive developments on replacements for the shuttle buses serving Disneyland that shut down in 2 weeks... disneytouristblog.com/disneyland-par…

We implore you to do the math on "Free" Dining, because there's no such thing as a free lunch. As broken down in our discount analysis, Walt Disney World's other ticket + room + food deals are all stackable... disneytouristblog.com/free-dining-su…

NEWS: Full details about all things Bluey & Bingo, including the stage shows, family-friendly activities, music, menus & more. Plus our commentary about the (sorry) state of entertainment as a whole, and why this *needs* to be a home run... disneytouristblog.com/new-food-fun-e…

NEW: It was supposed to be an 'off' year for Walt Disney World, but they've quietly put together a strong slate. Here's a rundown of all the new opening dates & our 'power rankings' of the top 10 things opening by Summer 2026 that have us most hyped... disneytouristblog.com/rankings-openi…

NEWS: Walt Disney World has revealed Soarin' Across America's opening date & Around the World's closing date. Here are details, plus when we think the US version will end, and why it'll debut early as a distinctly patriotic 'surprise & delight' treat... disneytouristblog.com/soarin-across-…

Not as bad as some Walt Disney World fans feared, and technically not a delay by the Aztec calendar or whatever, but missing Spring Break is nevertheless disappointing--and not what planners reasonably expected when the timeline was revealed... disneytouristblog.com/big-thunder-mo…

Full details, plus the above-average likelihood of soft openings & previews given the timing of the reopening right *after* Easter... disneytouristblog.com/buzz-lightyear…