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1923 Main Street® is an award-winning* Disney travel podcast hosted by the father daughter team of Mike Belobradic and Amelia Belobradic. This is your source for the latest Disney travel news and what it all means for you. Join Mike and Amelia for fun-filled informative discussions as they share the latest Disney travel news every week. Get the latest news for travel to Disney destinations, including Walt Disney World Resort, Disneyland Resort, Disney Vacation Club (including Disney Aulani i ...
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Two new features at Walt Disney World including appearances by Walt Disney and the Hatbox Ghost. Which of these is a bigger draw and were the implementations up to par? The Hatbox Ghost is Now Haunting the Haunted Mansion at Walt Disney World The Hatbox Ghost has (finally) returned to the Haunted Mansion, but is this incarnation a hit or a miss? Wh…
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Most guests think it's all about the parks and resort hotels when it comes to Christmas at Walt Disney World, but Disney Springs can give them all a run for their money (and even top one park as a must-do holiday destination). Here's why Disney Springs is a top pick for holiday spirit at Walt Disney World (and the fact that it's free for anyone to …
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Despite the sensationalist reporting by several overly dramatic Disney YouTubers claiming that Disney Jollywood Nights was dead (after only one party), the truth is that Disney has turned things around and it's looking good. This story plus a sneak peak at the upcoming EPCOT Festival of the Arts 2024. New Details Revealed for EPCOT International Fe…
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Our top food and drink picks for what to try at the 2023 EPCOT Festival of the Holidays, plus first thoughts on Disney's Jollywood Nights as our predictions come true. Can the Jollywood Nights issues be fixed? Foodie Guide to EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays 2023: Top Picks and What's New Bavaria Holiday Kitchen Food Items: Pork Schnitz…
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The trend continues as guests of Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party will find a wide range of food and drink options like never before. We share our top picks, plus a sneak peak at the Disney World hotel gingerbread displays, including a brand new one for 2023! Top Picks for Food and Drink at Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party 2023 Foodie Guide t…
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Disney After Hours is returning to Walt Disney World in 2024, but is it paid event worth the cost? We share exactly how it works and what you get (and don't get) to help you decide if it's worth the money for you and your family. Disney After Hours Events Return to Walt Disney World Resort in January 2024 But Whether They're Worth it for You Depend…
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Disney Jollywood Nights is one of the most anticipated special events at Walt Disney World in recent memory. It's also rare for a park event to be billed as an adult affair. What to expect from Disney Jollywood Nights, including top picks for food, entertainment and more. Foodie Guide to Brand-New Disney Jollywood Nights Disney Jollywood Nights kic…
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Park Hopping is finally getting back to normal starting in January 2024, but the discrimination against annual passholders continues. Is this a good move by Disney or will a backlash lead to change as the Disney company continues to penalize its most loyal guest. Park Hopping, Park Passes and more in 2024 at Walt Disney World Starting on January 9,…
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If you plan to attend the EPCOT Candlelight Processional in 2023 (and you should), you’re in for a treat as Disney has put together one of the best line-ups in recent memory. Who's New and Who's Back for Christmas 2023 The EPCOT Candlelight Processional is a must-see retelling of the Christmas story featuring a celebrity narrator, a huge choir and …
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Another pre-pandemic offering that many thought was gone forever has come back to Walt Disney World. But there is one glaring thing still missing, leaving us wondering if and when this beloved experience will ever return. Bay Lake Resort Boats are Back (but there's a catch) Some people thought they'd never come back, but we had faith and believed i…
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Details are a little fuzzy, but one thing is clear: if Disney doesn't get the guest experience right in all this talk about big expansion plans they risk alienating their existing core group and the 700 million new guests they're targeting. Disney's Global Parks Expansion Plans Sound Great, But Details are Lacking and there are some Risks In the la…
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Is a Third Park featuring Arendelle, Zootopia or Corona Coming to Disneyland, California? With all the Blue Sky discussion about the potential new lands at Walt Disney World, Disneyland has been quietly moving ahead with plans to add a third park to Disneyland Resort. As reported by several California media outlets recently, the much-discussed majo…
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There's a lot of hype following the big announcements at this year's Destination D23 Event at Walt Disney World. But what many have missed is that several things have changed since last year's big announcements. So what's real, what can be trusted and what's as clear as mud for the future of Walt Disney World? The Big News for Disney Parks from Des…
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There are big changes coming to the Haunted Mansion at Disneyland. What will be new and what will stay the same? More importantly, what impact with this construction have for your upcoming Disney vacation? Is the Disneyland Haunted Mansion following the Lead of the Walt Disney World Haunted Mansion? Starting in early 2024, several additions will be…
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Stormalong Bay is a big reason why many guests choose Disney's Beach Club Resort or Yacht Club Resort. So when the iconic pools is closed for nearly half a year, would you still choose to stay there? This story plus what's on the menu at Tiana's new Disneyland Restaurant. Would You Stay at Disney's Beach Club Resort if Stormalong Bay Weren't Availa…
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Is the Grand Floridian Orchestra returning to Disney's Grand Floridian Resort? This story plus tips for the Tron Virtual Queue, Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party and our take on the new DVC building at Disney's Polynesian Village Resort. Trip Report: Disney's Vero Beach Resort and Walt Disney World Grand Floridian Resort Every August we do a sp…
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The New Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Photo Ops for 2023 Where to find them and where to find some Returning Favorites as Well Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is now scaring things up at Magic Kingdom Park, and Disney PhotoPass photographers have some brand new spooky shots and spots taking place during the event. New photos include D…
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Disney Vacation Planning Just Got a Little Easier Maybe it should have been there from the very start, but after years of having to jump through hoops with Disney World and Disneyland vacation planning, Disney is finally implementing a change that will make trip planning a little easier for guests. This story, plus Disney Aulani news and a Christma…
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Heading to Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party in 2023? If yes, you're in luck as this promises the best year ever when it comes to specialty foods. Our complete guide on what to try, plus our take on the recently reopened Trail's End and Crockett's Tavern at Fort Wilderness. The Must Eat Items at Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party This is one…
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The walls at EPCOT have been there for so long that we forget what it was like to wander freely without them. But that will be coming to an end soon. So what will it be like when the walls come down at EPCOT? This story and more Disney travel news. Here's What Will Happen When the Walls Come Down at EPCOT EPCOT will be the center of the Disney100 c…
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It's Time for Our Annual Review of the EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Foodie Guide For 2023 there are a total of 32 new food dishes to try and 42 new beverages options to try at the EPCOT Food and Wine Festival. We share the entire menu including our top picks from what's new and top picks from returning favorites. As a reminder, Emile's Fromage Mont…
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If you're looking to try the most bizarre food that's available at Walt Disney World, we share where to find the newest strange culinary offerings. Will you dare to try them? Plus where to find the seven newest Disney PhotoPass Magic Shots at Disneyland. Where to Find the Most Bizarre Food at Walt Disney World A Strange New Culinary Adventure is Co…
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The Internet is full of Disney travel "experts" sharing Disney summer travel tips, so which tips are actually worth heeding and which are pure hogwash? We Searched the Web to Find the Trends in Disney World Summer Travel Tips, What we Found was Eye Opening We compiled a range of summer travel tips for Walt Disney World to share what we think are ac…
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Disney's latest update to Genie+ isn't really big news, but it is a welcome enhancement that may signal more things to come. The good and the bad of this update for the Disney traveler, plus Rogers: The Musical top tips and more Disney travel news. Update to Disney Genie+ Service at Walt Disney World In a first baby step towards making Disney Genie…
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Walt Disney World is Launching a Brand New Christmas Holiday Party at Disney’s Hollywood Studios: How Will it Compare to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party? We share everything you need to know about both Walt Disney World Christmas Holiday Parties, including which one you should attend if you can only attend one. Disney Jollywood Nights at Disney…
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Top Picks for the Best of Summer Vacation at the Most Magical Place on Earth Yes, there's heat, the rain and the fun of summer at Disney World. But what's true, what's a myth and what should you do to make your summer stay at Walt Disney World a little more fun? Top Picks for What to Do at Disney World in the Summer: · Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water…
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As Disneyland releases full details for its 2023 Halloween celebrations, we discuss which Disney resort is the best when it comes to Halloween. Is Halloween better at Walt Disney World or Disneyland? This story, plus Disney's real-life Soarin' adventure is back. Disneyland Resort Announces Return of Halloween Time and Plaza de la Familia Sept. 1, P…
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There are some exciting new sweet and savoury food options coming to Walt Disney World this summer. We share what to watch for and where to find it. Plus, Disneyland's Pixar Place Hotel is finally getting a full re-theme and there are some great new options coming your way. What's New for Summer Dining at Walt Disney World If you're a Disney travel…
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As predicted, it's the end of the line for Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser, the ill-fated Disney immersive experience. The three reasons why this failed, plus magical Steamboat Willie at the new Disneyland Hotel DVC tower and a tempting new menu for Hollywood Brown Derby at Hollywood Studios. As Predicted, Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser is Done It …
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A new restaurant is opening at EPCOT, plus we share the top 10 Walt Disney World table service restaurants for Summer 2023 and a look at who's playing at this year's Eat to the Beat music festival at EPCOT. New Restaurant Coming to the Japan Pavilion at EPCOT Shiki-Sai: Sushi Izakaya will be a table-service restaurant offering a festive dining expe…
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Disney just announced major changes for Park Pass, Genie+, Lightning Lane, Disney Dining Plan and more for Walt Disney World 2024. We discuss who wins and who loses among Disney travelers at Walt Disney World in 2024 (and even some good news for right now). Plus, this week we cover what it all means for you, including Guardians of the Galaxy movie …
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Disney100 is underway at Walt Disney World and there a ton of different ways to join in the celebrations. This story, plus Disney Cruise Line at 25 and we discuss whether Disney is overdoing it with the anniversary celebrations for just about everything. How to Celebrate Disney100 at Walt Disney World Resort But is Disney Becoming Oversaturated wit…
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Disney is converting the Cabins at Fort Wilderness to Disney Vacation Club (DVC) Villas. What will this mean for DVC Members and Fort Wilderness guests? This story, plus the first look at the the 2023 edition of Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party (including some insider tips). Fort Wilderness Cabins being re-imagined and converted to DVC Resort …
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New photo session options with Capture Your Moment in Magic Kingdom Park; is it worth it? Plus, the first news about the 2023 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival; an update coming for Star Tours; Rogers the Musical is happening; and an update on Tiana's Bayou Adventure. EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival Kicks off on July 27 The 2023 edition will run …
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The complete guide to Walt Disney World Annual Passes, including real-life costs and break-even points so you can decider whether it's worth it to buy a Disney World Annual Pass. This story plus DisneyBand+ versus MagicBand+ and what's the difference? The Walt Disney World Annual Pass Episode Everything you Want to Know About Annual Passes Before A…
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Is Disneyland Paris following Walt Disney World's lead with annual passes? Plus, Disney Cruise Line sets up port in Singapore and Disney World tells you why you should visit this summer. Disneyland Paris is Pausing Annual Pass Sales In a familiar trend at other resorts, Disneyland Paris is now the latest to apparently pause the sale of annual passe…
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Disney has a new tour for Disney100, so what do you get and is it worth it? This plus our top picks from what's new in the Easter Foodie Guide 2023 for Walt Disney World and Disneyland. To Celebrate Disney100 at Disneyland Resort, Disney is doing What they Should have Done for Disney World 50 Disneyland has launched a new guided tour called “Celebr…
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In our latest Walt Disney World Trip Report for Spring 2023, we ran several real-life Disney travel tests and you may be surprised by what we found. We share our findings on when is Disney Genie+ worth buying and when should you NOT buy it? Is Disney After Hours worth the extra cost? How is mobile food ordering working against guests and are the po…
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It's becoming more apparent that Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser is in trouble. Voyages have been scaled back and the financial media are calling it Disney's first Star Wars blunder. We discuss ways Disney could reimagine Galactic Starcruiser to turn it profitable and make it more accessible to guests. This story plus news about the new Disneyland H…
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We just learned a little more about what's coming with the reopening of Mickey's Toontown (and if you love Disney Parks collectibles, this one's for you). This story, plus freebies you'll love at Disney Aulani in Hawaii and how (and where) to celebrate the Oscars at Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort. Mickey’s Toontown has More to Offer than Y…
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The closings and openings coming up at Walt Disney World, including one that will upset a lot of guests. This plus EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival top food picks, more Disney After Hours events, new DVC villas and more Disney travel news. Openings and Closings at Walt Disney World Trail's End is Closing at Fort Wilderness It looks like Trail's End…
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From where to find several secret photo opportunities based on Disney's Tangled, to exciting new Disney Weddings and ticketed event additions coming to Disneyland Resort this year, there's a lot to celebrate in this week's Disney travel news. Where to Find the Best Tangled Photo Opportunities at Walt Disney World This week, Disney went about untang…
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Will Frontierland disappear forever at Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom? New details about Tiana's upcoming attraction and restaurant hint at some big changes for the area currently known as Frontierland. This story, plus construction delays at Disneyland and construction inconveniences at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort. Not So Fast! Mickey’s Too…
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Walt Disney World has a serious problem in Star Wars Galaxy's Edge and there's no easy solution. Our take on this, plus the Garden Rocks concert line-up, a lengthy Disney pool closure and top picks for Valentine's goodies at Disneyland and Walt Disney World. Do Disney Parks Have a Star Wars Problem? There's trouble brewing in Galaxy's Edge and it's…
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Disney has announced a new free entertainment option outside the parks at Walt Disney World. This story, plus what you need to know before riding Tron and a sneak peek at the Roundup Rodeo BBQ coming to Hollywood Studios. Disney has Announced a New Free Family Entertainment Option at Walt Disney World There's a new free entertainment option at Walt…
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Princess Ariel and Princess Belle Have the Most Unique Character Settings Finally, princesses Belle and Ariel will return to rightful spots in the Enchanted Forest of Fantasyland. These beloved experiences will return on the following dates: Princess Ariel is back at her Grotto as of January 22 and Princess Belle is back in Maurice's Cottage filled…
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How to Ride TRON Lightcycle Run Before it Opens to the Public on April 4 Disney travelers are anticipating the opening of TRON Lightcycle / Run, which is scheduled to officially open on Tuesday, April 4, 2023 at Disney's Magic Kingdom Park. But did you know that before the attraction officially opens there will likely be an opportunity for certain …
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Disney's Updated Offer of Free Dining is a Twist on the Old Way, but there's a Catch You can now get up to a $750 Disney Dining Promo Card when you book a non-discounted 5-night, 4-day vacation package that includes a room at a select Disney Deluxe Resort or Disney Deluxe Villa Resort and theme park ticket(s). The offer is valid for arrivals most n…
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What's the Future of Rock'n'Roller Coaster? Is Aerosmith done at Walt Disney World? That's what Disney travelers want to know. With the New Year upon us, we know of a number of new rides and attractions coming our way at Walt Disney World and Disneyland. But there are also several that are closing for good or that have a future that's simply up in …
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Walt Disney World Railroad is Back...with an All-New Voiceover The WDW railroad was an original opening-day attraction in 1971 and it's back with a completely refreshed track and another new surprise...one you may or may not like. Walt Disney Imagineering introduced a new voice to share stories as the train circles Magic Kingdom Park. Disney's rele…
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