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Is Columbia Harbour House Better Than Ever?

Columbia Harbour House is a long-standing quick-service restaurant inside Liberty Square at the Magic Kingdom. Harbour House is a fan-favorite for its unique seafood menu and cozy seating areas. Even though the restaurant has been open since 1972, the menu continues to change. The most recent update includes beer-battered fish, hand-breaded fried shrimp, and a … Is Columbia Harbour House Better Than Ever?

New Passholder Merch Revealed for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party

Annual Passholders attending Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party (MVMCP) this year will have a couple of exclusive souvenirs to look forward to. Disney has shared a first look at the 2026 Passholder-exclusive merchandise collection, featuring a limited-edition T-shirt and collectible pin available only during party nights. The exclusive items will be available throughout the event’s … New Passholder Merch Revealed for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party

Familiar Faces Return to Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at Disney World

Well, look who’s moving back into Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at Magic Kingdom! Walt Disney Imagineering has shared some adorable behind-the-scenes photos showing the return of a familiar family of opossums to the wildest ride in the wilderness. Mom and Dad have officially made it back home, and according to Imagineering, the rest of the … Familiar Faces Return to Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at Disney World

Meet the Cast Members Keeping a 55-Year Magic Kingdom Tradition Alive

Sometimes, all you need is a stroll down Main Street, U.S.A… and a little four-part harmony from the Dapper Dans! Disney recently shared the stories behind four performers who help keep this beloved entertainment tradition alive. The Dapper Dans first appeared at Disneyland in 1959 and have entertained Walt Disney World guests since Magic Kingdom‘s … Meet the Cast Members Keeping a 55-Year Magic Kingdom Tradition Alive

Magic Kingdom Breaks Its Overnight Halloween-to-Christmas Tradition

One of my favorite things about Halloween night at Walt Disney World has absolutely nothing to do with Halloween. It’s what happens after the last guests leave Magic Kingdom and the decorating crews get to work. For years, we’ve watched Disney pull off an incredible overnight transformation, taking the park from Halloween to Christmas in … Magic Kingdom Breaks Its Overnight Halloween-to-Christmas Tradition

Would You Pay Nearly $700 for One Day at Magic Kingdom?

Remember when Disney’s FastPass service came included with your theme park admission? Those days feel especially far away as Walt Disney World reaches a new record price for Lightning Lane Premier Pass. On Monday, November 23, 2026, during the busy Thanksgiving holiday week, Magic Kingdom’s Lightning Lane Premier Pass costs a whopping $479 per person. That’s nearly … Would You Pay Nearly $700 for One Day at Magic Kingdom?

Is Disney World’s Beak and Barrel Worth Visiting Just for the Atmosphere?

Getting a reservation for a popular Walt Disney World dining location can feel like a victory, especially when it’s somewhere you’ve been wanting to experience. But what happens when you finally snag that reservation and start wondering whether it’s actually worth keeping? That’s exactly the question one Disney fan recently brought to the DISboards about … Is Disney World’s Beak and Barrel Worth Visiting Just for the Atmosphere?