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🎃 Not us getting emotional saying goodbye to Ha 🎃 Not us getting emotional saying goodbye to Halloween! 😭💀

To be fair… we’ve been celebrating since the very first night of Mickey’s Not-So-Scary, so that’s nearly three months of nonstop spooky magic. 👻✨ The best part? After eight not so scary parties, we finally met Jack and Sally! 🖤 It was simply meant to be. 🥀

This family has loved every minute — but now it’s time to trade pumpkins for pixie dust and welcome all things merry at Walt Disney World. 🎄🏰

🖤 Until next time, spooky season — see ya real soon!👇 Tag a fellow Halloween lover who’s not ready to let the season go either! 

#mnsshp #disneyparks #disneyworld #disneywithkids #disneytravel #disneyfamily #disneyhalloween
🐾 It’s official…. we’re “Better Zoogeth 🐾 It’s official…. we’re “Better Zoogether!” 🦊🦓

We got a sneak peek of the brand-new Zootopia: Better Zoogether 4D show at Disney’s Animal Kingdom — and it’s everything we hoped for and more! 🎬✨

This hilarious, heartwarming adventure officially opens November 7th, replacing It’s Tough To Be A Bug. Join Judy Hopps, Nick Wilde & friends for a wild ride packed with laughs, surprises, and Zootopia charm. 🌿💚

🎟️ Link in bio and stories to start planning your Disney World getaway! 

#DisneyWorld #Zootopia #AnimalKingdom #DisneyParks #Disneytravel #disneytips #disneywithkids
🚨 BREAKING: GROUND DELAY issued at MCO, effecti 🚨 BREAKING: GROUND DELAY issued at MCO, effective immediately 10/30/25

Flights to MCO are experiencing significant delays. Averaging about 161 minutes (nearly 3 hours), due to a ground delay program implemented because of staffing shortages in Orlando. Earlier today the FAA warned there would be no certified air traffic controllers working tonight, and is now relying on air traffic control supervisors to help keep flights moving.

If you’re traveling with kids, here are a few airport survival tips to make the wait a little easier:

🧩 Create an airport scavenger hunt — Have your kids spot certain signs, colors, or airlines.
🍕 Turn snack time into an adventure — Let them pick one “special” treat from an airport shop.
🎬 Download shows or movies now — Wi-Fi can be spotty when everyone’s streaming.
✈️ Storytime — Have them look out the terminal window, pick an airplane and make up a fun story about it. Where did it come from? Where’s it going? Are there any famous people on it? 
🚶‍♀️ Walk it out — Explore terminals and burn some energy before boarding.

💡 Pro tip: Follow your airline’s app for real-time updates before heading to the gate — many are adjusting departure times as conditions evolve.

#TravelAlert #mco #orlandoairport #DisneyWorldOrlando #FAA #DisneyParks #travelnews #disneyworld #disneytravel #disneytips
🎅🏻✨ Disney parents, this one’s for you! 🎅🏻✨ Disney parents, this one’s for you! 👇
The real Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party foodie guide — Disney Kid Picks! 🎄

Because when it comes to Disney Parks food… there’s always something for the kids (and the kids at heart)! 💫

Auntie Gravity’s Galactic Goodies
🍪 Milk & Cookies Shake — Vanilla shake with caramel, holiday cookies & cookie dough topped with whipped cream and festive sprinkles (New!)

Storybook Treats
🦌 Reindeer Sundae — Chocolate soft-serve topped with caramel, pretzels, peanut butter–dusted cereal & a reindeer chocolate piece (New!)

Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn & Café
🎄 Frozen Hot Cocoa — Joffrey’s frozen hot cocoa with toasted marshmallow syrup, chocolate sauce & festive sprinkles (New!)

Golden Oak Outpost
🎁 Festive Beignets — Fluffy beignets dusted with blue sugar cookie dust & served with cookie butter icing

Friar’s Nook
✨ Pig in a Blanket — Parmesan puff pastry–wrapped all-beef hot dog, crispy onions & honey mustard BBQ sauce with tots (New!)

From sweet treats to savory snacks, Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2025 is packed with holiday foodie fun for every age! 🍬✨

👉 Save this post & tag your Disney crew — which treat are you trying first? 😋

#DisneyHolidays #disneyparks #disneytips #disneywithkids #disneytravel #disneyfood #disneysnacks #disneyworld #mickeysverymerrychristmasparty
🚢 Disney mom tip you need to know 👇✨ The 🚢 Disney mom tip you need to know 👇✨

The best time to book your next Disney Cruise is when new deals drop! Right now, you can book by January 18, 2026 and pay only 50% of your cruise deposit up front. 🙌

💰 Plus, book a December sailing on the NEW Disney Destiny with @academytravel and get a $100 onboard credit!

#DisneyCruise #disneytips #disneymom #disneytravel #disneycruiseline
Did you know that memories from family vacations a Did you know that memories from family vacations are often among the most vivid and cherished childhood experiences?❤️ It’s true! Studies show that the average Disney Park guest takes over 200 photos per trip! That’s a LOT of memories! 📸 How many photos do you think you snap on vacation?! We couldn’t even begin to count, but we’re sure lucky to have them! 🥰 

#waltdisneyworld #disneyparks #disneyfamily #magickingdom #disneytravelprofessional
Disney mom pro tip 🚢✨ — never book a Disney Disney mom pro tip 🚢✨ — never book a Disney Cruise without checking for new deals first! 👀

Right now, you can book select Disney Cruises with only 50% of the deposit due — but hurry, this offer sails away January 18, 2026! ⚓️🌊

Tag your first mate and start planning! 👉🔗 Link in stories for more info. 🌴❄️ #DisneyCruiseLine #DisneyMomTips #DisneyVacation #FamilyTravel #DisneyCruiseDeals
🎅✨ Meet Santa at Disney Springs this Holiday 🎅✨ Meet Santa at Disney Springs this Holiday Season! ✨🎅

From November 13 through December 24, 2025, guests can meet Santa Claus near Disney’s Pin Traders at Disney Springs — but note, a virtual queue will be in place (subject to availability).

📱 How it works:
You’ll need to use the My Disney Experience app to join the virtual queue — there’s no standby line available.

There will be multiple chances each day to join the queue:
🕘 9:00 AM
🕚 11:00 AM
🕐 1:00 PM
🕒 3:00 PM
🕕 6:00 PM

🎄 Important Tips:
• You must be at Disney Springs to enter the virtual queue.
• Only one person per party needs to join the queue for up to 10 people.
• When it’s your turn, you’ll get a push notification with a link to your digital entry code.
• Can’t find your code? Tap the ☰ menu in the app → Virtual Queues.

✨ Get ready for some festive fun, holiday photos, and a magical Santa meet-and-greet — only at Disney Springs!

#DisneySprings #disneychristmas #disneyparks #disneyworld #DisneyHolidays #disneytips #disneyfamily #disneytravel #disneymom
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Cool Kid Summer 2025 at Walt Disney World: NEW Florida Resident Ticket Deals & Limited Time Magic!

Kristi DeRubertis, May 2, 2025May 2, 2025

Cool Kid Summer Takes Over Walt Disney World Resort in 2025: Dates, Deals & New Attractions

Get ready to dance, play, and chill all summer long—Cool Kid Summer is coming to Walt Disney World Resort from May 27 through September 1, 2025! Perfect for kids and kids-at-heart, this limited-time celebration is packed with high-energy dance parties, surprise character appearances, hands-on experiences, and nonstop summer fun.

Florida Resident Summer Magic Tickets – On Sale May 6

Florida residents can unlock major savings with the new Florida Resident Summer Magic Ticket, valid for visits from May 18 through September 27, 2025 (with park reservation, subject to availability).

  • 4-Day Ticket: $60/day ($240 total, plus tax)
  • 3-Day Ticket: $75/day ($225 total, plus tax)
  • 2-Day Ticket: $105/day ($210 total, plus tax)

Tickets go on sale May 6, 2025.

What’s New for Cool Kid Summer at Walt Disney World 2025

EPCOT: GoofyCore at CommuniCore Hall

Get ready for Goofy-style fun! GoofyCore at CommuniCore Hall brings DJ dance parties, goofy games like Loopy Limbo and Parachutes ‘n’ Pipsqueaks, and interactive play with Goofy himself.

Note: CommuniCore Hall will temporarily close starting May 12 for the transformation. CommuniCore Plaza and Mickey & Friends will remain open.

While you’re there, be sure to catch the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival and look for expanded bites at the Florida Fresh booth near CommuniCore.

Disney’s Animal Kingdom: Nature, Crafts & a New Badge

  • Rafiki’s Planet Watch: Create pollinator-inspired crafts and learn about bees and butterflies.
  • Earn a New Wilderness Explorers Badge: A limited-time experience for young explorers.
  • Discovery Island: Wrap up the day with a high-energy celebration sing-along featuring music, storytelling, and fun for the whole family.

Disney’s Hollywood Studios: Music, Shows & Creative Fun

At Animation Courtyard, kids can jump into games, crafts, surprise performances, and character sightings. Don’t miss the indoor DJ dance party with Mickey Mouse and Disney Junior friends.

Two brand-new shows debuting May 27:

  • “Disney Villains: Unfairly Ever After” – A wickedly entertaining musical starring your favorite villains.
  • “The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure” – A theatrical retelling with live singing, effects, and stunning visuals.

Magic Kingdom Park: Big Top Fun & Galactic Adventures

  • Storybook Circus: Big Top Bash – DJ-led dance parties with Pluto, stilt walkers, jugglers, and circus-style fun.
  • Tomorrowland: Galactic Blast – Dance with Stitch at Rocket Tower Plaza and enjoy an Elio-inspired craft at Merchant of Venus.

Coming later this summer:
“Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away”, a nighttime spectacle featuring beloved characters from Frozen, Encanto, Coco, and more.

Extra Magic for Disney Resort Hotel Guests

Staying at a Disney Resort hotel this summer? Enjoy complimentary water park admission on your check-in day and early park entry (30 minutes before official opening).

Select resorts—including Pop Century, Art of Animation, Caribbean Beach, and Wilderness Lodge—will also feature exclusive character appearances and expanded family-friendly activities during your stay.

Cool Kid Summer 2025 – Deals You Don’t Want to Miss

  • 50% Off Kids Tickets: Save big on 3-day+ tickets for kids (ages 3–9) from May 27 to September 20, 2025.
  • 3-Day, 3-Park Ticket: Starting at $89/day ($267 total plus tax). Valid for EPCOT, Hollywood Studios, and Animal Kingdom.
  • Disney Resort Room Deals: Save up to 30% on select hotel stays from August 1 to October 11, 2025.
  • Florida Residents, Annual Passholders, and Disney+ Subscribers: Additional savings, including room rates from $99/night at All-Star Sports Resort (with qualifying stays from June 29 to July 31, 2025).

Don’t Miss Out on Summer 2025 at Walt Disney World

With thrilling new attractions, unbeatable ticket deals, and immersive activities for the whole family, Cool Kid Summer 2025 is shaping up to be the best one yet at Walt Disney World Resort.

Mark your calendar for May 27 and stay tuned for more updates and insider tips as we get closer to the summer magic!

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