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Check-In & Check It Out: New Rooms at Port Orleans French Quarter

Looking for a little extra charm on your next Walt Disney World stay? Port Orleans French Quarter just got a refresh—and we’re checking in to check it out! Today, Disney Parks Blog explores the newly updated rooms at this beloved Moderate Resort, known for its quaint New Orleans vibes, beignets on demand, and peaceful riverside setting. From updated furnishings to subtle design upgrades, come see what’s new, what’s improved, and whether it’s worth booking for your next magical getaway.

By Jeremy Stein, ago

Face the Terror: Leatherface Comes to Life at Universal Horror Unleashed

Things are about to get terrifying in Las Vegas. Universal is bringing year-round screams to Sin City with Universal Horror Unleashed, and horror fans are in for a gruesome treat. One of the most chilling experiences announced is the all-new haunted house themed after the 1974 horror classic The Texas Chainsaw Massacre. Opening August 14, guests will come face-to-face with Leatherface and his deranged family in an immersive, linear recreation of the film’s most iconic—and horrifying—moments. Read on for all the eerie details about what awaits inside Universal’s most ambitious horror experience yet.

By Jeremy Stein, ago

2025 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Dates and Appe-teasers

Get ready to sip, savor, and stroll—the 2025 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival is officially set to run from August 28 through November 22, 2025 . This 90-day culinary celebration at Walt Disney World invites guests to explore over 35 Global Marketplaces, offering a diverse array of international flavors, including kid-friendly and plant-based options. Fan-favorite activities like Emile’s Fromage Montage and Remy’s Hide & Squeak scavenger hunt are returning, adding interactive fun to the flavorful festivities.

By Jeremy Stein, ago

Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Dates & Teaser Treats

Big news from The Walt Disney Company—Disney is officially expanding its global footprint with the announcement of a brand-new theme park coming to Abu Dhabi! Revealed in collaboration with Miral, the leading creator of immersive destinations in the UAE, this new project marks Disney’s first-ever theme park in the Middle East. Promising world-class storytelling, attractions, and immersive lands built around beloved Disney characters and franchises, this new destination is set to bring the magic of Disney to an entirely new region. Here’s everything we know so far about this groundbreaking announcement.

By Jeremy Stein, ago

Disney Announces Plans for New Theme Park and Resort with Miral in Abu Dhabi

Big news from The Walt Disney Company—Disney is officially expanding its global footprint with the announcement of a brand-new theme park coming to Abu Dhabi! Revealed in collaboration with Miral, the leading creator of immersive destinations in the UAE, this new project marks Disney’s first-ever theme park in the Middle East. Promising world-class storytelling, attractions, and immersive lands built around beloved Disney characters and franchises, this new destination is set to bring the magic of Disney to an entirely new region. Here’s everything we know so far about this groundbreaking announcement.

By Jeremy Stein, ago