Adventure Awaits: Celebrating Bakso the Tiger’s Next Chapter

Someone’s turning two—and making some pretty big moves! Bakso, the Sumatran tiger who has stolen hearts at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, is celebrating his second birthday as he prepares to head to another accredited zoo later this fall. While we’ll miss spotting those stripes on Maharajah Jungle Trek, his move could help support the future of his critically endangered species. Below, Disney Parks Blog shares a look at the birthday boy’s journey, the dedicated team behind his care, and what’s ahead for this lovable tiger.

By Jeremy Stein, ago

Disney Eats: Foodie Guide to Halloween at Walt Disney World Resort 2026

Halloween at Walt Disney World is serving up plenty of reasons to save room for dessert—and here at Main Street Magic, we’re ready to call that vacation planning! From returning favorites to new treats dressed for spooky season, this year’s lineup has us plotting our next snack stops. Grab your appetite and dig into the full Halloween Foodie Guide below, courtesy of the Disney Parks Blog below!

By Jeremy Stein, ago

Resort Wars Showdown: Polynesian vs. Animal Kingdom Lodge

Resort Wars Showdown is back, and we’re bringing two Walt Disney World favorites into the ring: Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort and Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge. We start with our gut reactions, then compare these resorts across theming and atmosphere, rooms and comfort, dining and drinks, transportation and location, recreation and amenities, and value for money.

By Jeremy Stein, ago

Guide to PhotoPass at Disney World

From castle portraits to on-ride surprises, Disney PhotoPass offers plenty of ways to bring home the magic. Disney’s guide walks through where to find photographers, how Magic Shots work, and options for saving your favorite photos. Check out the full Disney Parks Blog guide below.

By Jeremy Stein, ago