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Everyone knows about Walt Disney, but Disneyland Resort has introduced a new guided tour that’s focused on the women who made the Happiest Place on Earth what it is today. “Women Who Make The Magic Guided Tour” at Disneyland Park As part of Disneyland Resort’s ongoing celebration of its 70th anniversary, the Southern California Disney park has introduced a new guided tour called “Women Who Make The Magic.” The paid experience invites guests to take a look behind the scenes at the sometimes-forgotten ladies who contributed to the magic of the Happiest Place on Earth. Credit: Disney Guests are given headsets to experience a beautiful, curated soundtrack as they explore Disneyland Park with an expert guide who shares the stories of the women who made it all happen. Disneyland Resort writes: “Travel through the living storybook of Disneyland Park and take in its realms of whimsy as you witness firsthand the accomplishments of legendary women—all leaders in their fields—who helped make this original Disney theme park a reality.” Women highlighted in the tour include Harriet Burns, Alice Davis, Mary Blair, Ruth Shellhorn, Leota Toombs, Kim Irvine, Dorothea Redmond, and more. Guests will learn how these iconic ladies “got their start at The Walt Disney Company, made names for themselves, and paved the way for future generations to succeed and continue the unparalleled legacy of Disney storytelling.” How to Book Credit: Disney The “Women Who Make The Magic Guided Tour” is sold out for

There was a time when spending a day at Disney’s Animal Kingdom felt like an intentional change of pace. You could wander tree-lined paths, catch a live show, explore animal trails, and still knock out the major rides without feeling rushed. It had breathing room built into its design. Credit: Animal Kingdom Now, though, that breathing room feels tighter. With single-day tickets reaching $119, guests are paying full theme park prices for a park that is currently operating without two of its largest sections. And as capacity shrinks while prices hold steady, Animal Kingdom faces a serious crowd challenge that’s becoming harder to ignore. Two Entire Areas Are Now Closed Let’s start with the most important detail: Dinoland is closed. Completely. That entire land — once home to attractions, dining, character meet-and-greets, and walk-through experiences — is no longer absorbing guests. Whether you loved it or thought it needed updating, Dinoland represented a significant portion of the park’s footprint and ride capacity. Credit: Anna Fox (HarshLight), Flickr And it’s not the only loss. Rafiki’s Planet Watch is now closed as well. That area, accessible by the Wildlife Express Train, offered interactive experiences, educational exhibits, and the Affection Section petting zoo. While it wasn’t packed with thrill rides, it provided something critical: space. It gave families another place to explore. It pulled guests away from Pandora, Africa, and Asia.

The final horn hadn’t even stopped echoing before the chants began. “USA! USA! USA!” After 46 long years, the U.S. men’s hockey team finally climbed back to the top of the Olympic podium, defeating Canada in a 2–1 overtime victory. For many fans, it wasn’t just a win. It was a release. A celebration. A moment that instantly transported them back to 1980. And almost as quickly as the gold medals were placed around players’ necks, another surge began — this time on Disney+. Credit: Disney A Gold Medal 46 Years in the Making Team USA’s victory didn’t just deliver hardware. It delivered history. This marked the first time the U.S. men captured Olympic gold since the legendary 1980 “Miracle on Ice” squad stunned the Soviet Union. That game has lived in sports mythology for decades, replayed in highlight reels and passed down through generations of fans who weren’t even born when it happened. This year’s championship win felt different — but familiar in spirit. Goaltender Connor Hellebuyck stood tall with 41 saves in the gold medal game and even assisted on the overtime goal that sealed the victory. The drama, the tension, the improbable nature of it all — it echoed the underdog grit that made 1980 unforgettable. And when sports history repeats itself in that kind of fashion, nostalgia

Good news, Muppets fans: Disney is restoring Muppet*Vision 3D. Muppet*Vision 3D opened in 1991 as part of what was then known as Disney-MGM Studios, developed with direct involvement from Jim Henson shortly before his death. The attraction blended 3D film, in-theater effects, and live-action gags, positioning the Muppets as anarchic hosts rather than passive characters. Credit: Jim Henson Company Located in Grand Avenue, the show followed Kermit the Frog unveiling Muppet Labs’ latest invention, predictably descending into chaos courtesy of Miss Piggy, Fozzie Bear, and Gonzo. Its humor relied on practical effects, fourth-wall breaks, and repeatable jokes rather than spectacle. But sadly, as Disney pushes ahead with its $60 billion investments across its theme parks and experiences, Muppet*Vision 3D was announced as a necessary sacrifice. The show came to an end at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in May 2025 to make way for the park’s upcoming Monsters, Inc. land, complete with Disney’s first-ever suspended coaster. Soon, however, fans can experience the show in a whole new way. New Way to Experience Muppet*Vision 3D On The Way Brian Henson, son of Jim Henson and Chairperson of The Jim Henson Company, has revealed that Muppet*Vision 3D will be available for Apple Vision Pro users. Its availability will later be expanded to other VR headsets, too (via Apple Insider). During