Tom Bricker

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Blogger and Photographer at Disney Tourist Blog

Blogger & photographer: Walt Disney World, Disneyland, California, Japan, etc.

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2026 Free Dining Deal at Disney World for UK

1 week ago | disneytouristblog.com | Tom Bricker

Walt Disney World is once again bringing back the 2026 Free Dining Plan discount for UK residents! This covers dates & details of the deal and whether the special offer makes sense to book. Plus, what this could mean for future Free Dining deals next year for US residents (bounceback and general public promos). Let’s start with the details of the 2026 Free Disney Dining Plan discount for United Kingdom and European Union residents.
Swan & Dolphin vs. Disney's Beach Club Resort

1 week ago | disneytouristblog.com | Tom Bricker

There are several hotel options near EPCOT, including third party options: the Walt Disney World Swan & Dolphin Resorts. This trio presents an intriguing alternative to the trio of official resorts around Crescent Lake. Accordingly, we’re going to compare the Swolphin to Disney’s Beach Club Resort. (Updated April 16, 2025.)The reason we’re comparing the Swan & Dolphin to just Beach Club is for the sake of simplicity.
Disney Files Construction Permit for Imagineer Trailer Park Near Cars Land at Magic Kingdom

1 week ago | disneytouristblog.com | Tom Bricker

Approximately two months after getting the green light to demolish Rivers of America and Tom Sawyer Island, Walt Disney World has filed a flurry of permits pertaining to an Imagineering field offices in the Cars and Villains Land project site in Magic Kingdom. This details the latest in this multi-month saga, what this could mean for closing dates and construction, and why we (still) believe this is a mistake.
Disney Skyliner Gondolas Closing for Quick Refurbishment in 2026

1 week ago | disneytouristblog.com | Tom Bricker

Walt Disney World will once again close the Skyliner gondola system for maintenance in 2026. This post covers refurbishment dates and details, why we wouldn’t book an impacted hotel, recommended resort alternatives–plus why this strongly suggests there will not be scheduled downtime in 2025. This routine downtime of the “Most Magical Flight on Earth” affects all of the Skyliner routes and resorts.
Birdcage Bar Construction Walls Up in Grand Floridian Resort at Disney World

1 week ago | disneytouristblog.com | Tom Bricker

Walt Disney World has officially started the massive lobby reimagining overhaul at the flagship Grand Floridian Resort that’ll bring with it a brand-new birdcage bar and ‘enchanted garden’ style. This shares new construction photos to show you what to expect if you have an upcoming hotel stay to illustrate the guest impact. In case you missed it, Walt Disney World announced the construction timeline and revealed the new Birdcage Lobby Bar Coming Soon to the Grand Floridian Resort.
First Look at Heroic & Villainous New Entertainment on Disney Destiny Cruise Ship

1 week ago | disneytouristblog.com | Tom Bricker

Disney Cruise Line is pulling back the curtain on the entertainment aboard its next new ship, the Disney Destiny, which is themed to Heroes and Villains. This offers a sneak peek at the latest addition to the DCL fleet, with concept art, photos & video of the “Hercules” Broadway-style production, as well as previews of the stage shows featuring Marvel-ous mischief makers and more. The Disney Destiny will sail from Fort Lauderdale, Florida starting with its maiden voyage on November 20, 2025.
How to Get the Cheapest Disney World Trip Since 2019.

1 week ago | disneytouristblog.com | Tom Bricker

Walt Disney World has released yet another resort special offer, and this deal with rooms starting at $99/night or ~50% off is the biggest room-only discount in years. It joins the lineup of deals on hotels, tickets, and dining available at Walt Disney World for now through October 2025.
Disney Sequoia Lodge Getting Huge Reimagining

1 week ago | disneytouristblog.com | Tom Bricker

Disney Sequoia Lodge will receive a major resort reimagining in the coming years, as part of the ongoing $2 billion euro investment into expanding, modernizing and improving Disneyland Paris. This post shares dates & details, concept art for the redone rooms & new-look common areas, plus commentary about the changes coming to one of our favorite Disney hotels in the world.
Disneyland Paris Announces New Pixar 'Up' Ride Coming to Disney Adventure World

1 week ago | disneytouristblog.com | Tom Bricker

In honor of Disneyland Paris celebrating its 33rd Anniversary on April 12, the resort has announced a surprise new attraction based on Pixar’s Up coming to the reimagined Disney Adventure World theme park! This post covers dates & details, concept art of the ride, plus a lot more construction progress updates on the second gate in France that’s currently being overhauled and expanded.
Paddington, Lord of the Rings, 007, BttF, Minions & More Rumored for Universal's New Park

2 weeks ago | disneytouristblog.com | Tom Bricker

Only a few days after Universal Studios Great Britain was officially announced by Comcast and the UK government, rumors are already swirling about the intellectual properties that’ll be featured in the new theme park’s lands and attractions. This covers the latest rumblings and fan speculation, one conspicuous omission, and our own thoughts.