Disney Cruise Line in a Jiffy: What is Palo?
Cruise ships often have several upcharge restaurants alongside the included-with-your-fare main dining rooms. But Disney Cruise Line ships have at…
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At Travel Beat we have all the “other” news from the last week or so—the stuff that wasn’t big enough…
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Theme Park Enjoyment Index for OCTOBER 2025 (Mickey’s Not-So-Scary, HHN, EPCOT Trash Can Stickers and…
The Theme Park Enjoyment Index (TPEI) is a monthly look at the events that have made an impact, both positive…
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Disney in a Minute: What is a Hidden Mickey?
A “Hidden Mickey” is a stylized image of Mickey Mouse that’s subtly tucked into Disney spaces. The classic version is…
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Five Things to Know About Slinky Dog Dash
Ever since Slinky Dog Dash opened, it’s been one of the most popular attractions at Disney Hollywood Studios. Inspired by…
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Disney Data Dump October 22 2025
If you were in Magic Kingdom on October 15th, congratulations (?) … you survived the most crowded day of the…
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Disney Cruise Line in a Jiffy: What is a Magical Porthole?
On Disney Cruise Line, some inside staterooms include a Magical Porthole. Since inside staterooms don’t have windows, a porthole-shaped computer…
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TouringPlans Travel Beat 10-19-2025
At Travel Beat we have all the “other” news from the last week or so—the stuff that wasn’t big enough…
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SATURDAY SIX Presents: The Good, The Bad, & The Ugly of HALLOWEEN HORROR NIGHTS 34
This week’s SATURDAY SIX heads over to the Universal Orlando Resort and checks out the premier haunt event *in the…
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Disney in a Minute: What is a VIP tour?
Depending on who you ask, a Disney VIP tour is either the best possible way to see Disney parks that…
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