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Does Disney Really Need to Remove Crowds From Your Vacation Photos?

Disney is reportedly exploring technology that could automatically detect and remove crowds from the background of photos, according to WDWNT.com, and I have to admit, I’m not particularly excited about the idea. I understand the appeal of getting that perfect picture in front of Cinderella Castle or snapping a photo on Main Street, U.S.A., without … Does Disney Really Need to Remove Crowds From Your Vacation Photos?

NEW Disney Villains Boo Buckets Coming to McDonald’s NEXT WEEK

For the first time, the iconic McDonald’s Boo Buckets are getting a Disney makeover! Starting October 20th, McDonald’s Happy Meals will be served in all-new Disney Villains Boo Bucket. The five different designs include – Cruella, Maleficent, Ursula, Jafar, and Scar. Each bucket comes with your choice of Happy Meal plus Disney Villains stickers to … NEW Disney Villains Boo Buckets Coming to McDonald’s NEXT WEEK

Inside the New Hallmark Holiday Ever After Shop at Disney Springs

Christmas arrived early at Disney Springs this year with the opening of Hallmark’s Holiday Ever After pop-up shop on October 7. Just over a week later, the little storefront has already proven popular with holiday shoppers, and several of the collection’s most sought-after items have sold through their initial in-store inventory. You’ll find the limited-time shop in … Inside the New Hallmark Holiday Ever After Shop at Disney Springs

Disney’s Animal Kingdom Nomad Lounge Gets 3 Major Updates This Fall

Nomad Lounge at Disney’s Animal Kingdom is getting several updates this fall, including advance dining reservations for the first time, a special Annual Passholder dining offer, and mobile ordering for one of its most popular snacks! Located next to Tiffins Restaurant on Discovery Island, Nomad Lounge has become a favorite spot for cocktails, small plates, and a relaxing break from the park. Disney is making a few changes to how you can enjoy this popular lounge… Nomad Lounge Will Finally Accept Reservations After 10 years of operating primarily through walk-up seating, Nomad Lounge will begin accepting advance dining reservations on October 28, 2026, for visits beginning November 8. Guests previously had to join the walk-up waitlist through the My Disney Experience app or check availability at the lounge. Walk-up seating will continue after November 8, although Disney warns that availability may be limited. Reservations aren’t required, but they’re highly recommended, especially for anyone hoping to enjoy the lounge’s outdoor seating overlooking Discovery River.  New $49 Annual Passholder Dining Offer From October 20 through December 18, 2026, Passholders can enjoy two small plates and two beverages for $49, plus tax and gratuity. The offer runs daily from 3 PM until closing. Eligible selections include: The offer covers a Passholder and up to three guests. The Charcuterie and Cheese Board does not qualify, and Disney limits beverage choices to select drinks. Passholders must present their valid Annual Pass in the My Disney Experience app along with a government-issued photo ID. Disney Dining Plan credits and additional discounts do not apply.  Nomad Lounge Churros Are Now Available Through Mobile Order! Good news for churro fans! As of October 14, you can order Nomad Lounge’s popular churros through the My Disney Experience app without waiting for a table. Search for Nomad Lounge To Go in the app to place an order and select a pickup window. The $11 churros come with vanilla crema and a seasonal dipping sauce, and allergy-friendly options are also available. Currently, churros are the only item on the mobile order menu, so you’ll still need to dine at the lounge to enjoy the other small plates and specialty cocktails.  These updates offer a few more ways to easily enjoy one of Animal Kingdom’s most relaxing dining locations! Have you been to this not-so-hidden gem?

2026 EPCOT Candlelight Processional Dining Packages Now Available to Book

If you’re visiting Walt Disney World this holiday season, you don’t want to miss out on this EPCOT Christmas tradition! Candlelight Processional is a retelling of the Christmas story, featuring a celebrity narrator, 50-piece orchestra and massed choir. It’s pretty popular and tends to fill up quickly. But with a Candlelight Processional Dining Package, you … 2026 EPCOT Candlelight Processional Dining Packages Now Available to Book