Happy Earth Day! We all know Disney for the movies and the rides, but behind the scenes, there’s some seriously impressive work going on to keep the magic sustainable.
To celebrate Earth Day 2026, I’ve picked out three of my favourite recent initiatives that show how Disney is actually walking the walk when it comes to the environment.
1. Harnessing the Florida Sun
One of the big updates today is that Disney have finally opened their new solar facility in Levy County. It’s part of a much bigger push across their parks worldwide – they’ve got massive solar canopies over the parking lots in Disneyland Paris, thousands of panels on the rooftops at Hong Kong Disneyland, and even arrays powering Castaway Cay in the Bahamas.
In Florida specifically, this new site means they now have enough solar power to cover 100% of the daytime needs for the entire resort on a sunny day. It’s pretty wild to think that everything from the monorail to the coasters is being powered by the sun while you’re actually there.
The iconic Mickey-shaped solar array at Walt Disney World is just one part of a global push to power the magic with renewable energy. (Photo: Fantasyland News)
2. A 3,000-Mile Commute for Purple Martins
A lot of people don’t know this, but every year, thousands of purple martins travel all the way from the Brazilian Amazon just to spend their spring at Walt Disney World. It’s a massive journey – over 3,000 miles – and they come specifically to nest in the parks.
Disney has set up these specialised nesting “condos” (you can spot them at Saratoga Springs or near EPCOT) to give them a safe place to raise their chicks. It’s actually turned the golf courses into certified wildlife sanctuaries! On May 1st, they’re even hosting a “Purple Martin Palooza” at the Magnolia Golf Course where fans can see the conservation work up close. It’s a great reminder that the parks are a home for wildlife as much as they are for us.
Cast Members at a Purple Martin Palooza event showing off the specialized “condos” that help these birds nest safely in the parks. (Photo: Walt Disney World Golf)
3. 30 Years of Global Magic
The Disney Conservation Fund (DCF) is officially celebrating its 30th anniversary this year. Since it started back in 1995, they’ve actually directed over $141 million toward protecting wildlife, which is a pretty massive milestone.
One project that stands out to me is Proyecto Tití in Colombia. They work with cotton-top tamarins to create forest corridors so they can move safely in the wild. They even work with local communities to recycle plastic bags into tote bags, which is a great touch. It’s definitely cool to think that a day at Animal Kingdom actually helps fund projects like that.
The Disney Conservation Fund helps protect the Cotton-top Tamarin and their native habitats through projects like Proyecto Tití. (Photo: Pexels)
The Verdict
I’m a big fan of the attention to detail Disney puts into these projects. It’s easy to talk about being “green,” but seeing hundreds of acres of solar panels or tracking a bird’s 3,000-mile journey shows they are actually putting in the work. As someone in the early stages of my golf career, I’ll definitely be adding a trip to the golf course to check out the purple martins (and the greens!).
If you’re looking for something to watch tonight, Disney+ just released a new film for Earth Day called Orangutan, narrated by Josh Gad. If you’re after more Earth Day picks, I’ve put together a full Disney+ watchlist too – check it out here.
Which of these initiatives is your favourite? Are you heading to the Purple Martin Palooza in May? Let me know in the comments!
If you’ve been following the news out of Disney’s Hollywood Studios in recent months, you’ll know things have been looking a little… murky over on Sunset Boulevard. Ever since the Aerosmith era officially came to an end, fans have been eagerly waiting to see how The Electric Mayhem (the Muppets’ iconic house band) would transform one of the most famous rides in Florida.
Well, the wait is finally over! Disney just dropped the full details and I have to say, it looks fantastic.
The iconic guitar is getting a serious Electric Mayhem makeover for the May 26th opening. (Image credit: Disney Parks Blog)
The Big Date
It’s official: Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets will officially open on May 26th, 2026!
While I’ll miss the classic Aerosmith vibes, the fact that they’ve turned this around so quickly is actually impressive. It’s effectively a clever “paint job” and re-theme, but it means fans don’t have to wait years for the ride to return. A high-speed upgrade with a bit of Muppet chaos is exactly what the park needs right now without the long-term construction headaches. They’ve even confirmed previews for staff, Season Pass holders, and DVC members starting mid-May, so it’s all moving very fast!
A first look at the new pre-show where we’ll see the first-ever Audio-Animatronic Scooter! (Image credit: Disney Parks Blog)
The Setlist
What is a rock ‘n’ roll road trip without a killer playlist? Disney has confirmed that we aren’t just getting one song – we’re getting a full “concert” experience. The Electric Mayhem have teamed up with some massive artists for the setlist, and it looks incredible.
The launch track is a cover of Blur’s “Song 2” as you blast from 0 to 60mph. Here’s the full confirmed setlist:
“Song 2” – The Electric Mayhem
“Born To Be Wild” – The Electric Mayhem ft. Camilla the Chicken
“Love Rollercoaster” – The Electric Mayhem ft. Jennifer Hudson & Questlove
“Rock! Rock! (Till You Drop)” – The Electric Mayhem ft. Def Leppard
“Walking on Sunshine” – The Electric Mayhem ft. Kelly Clarkson
Each limo will have its own unique track which gives the ride so much replayability, I know I will definitely be jumping straight to the back of the queue to hear the next song! Disney have also teased some ‘bonus tracks’ too!
A Bittersweet Change?
The story sounds like classic Muppets. We’re invited to G-Force Records for a VIP tour by Scooter’s uncle, J.P. Grosse (who apparently now owns the studio!), but the band is nowhere to be found.
I’m also really excited to see the new Audio-Animatronic of Scooter in the pre-show. It’s the first time we’ve seen him as an animatronic, and he’s apparently joined by a team of penguins acting as audio engineers – which is just classic Muppets! Instead of the old stretch limo, we’ll be boarding a L.I.M.O. (Lengthy Immediate Motion Object) designed by Muppet Labs.
Disney have also confirmed a massive list of celebrity cameos to look out for in the queue, including “Weird Al” Yankovic, Neil Patrick Harris, and Travis Barker. While most fans were gutted to see MuppetVision 3D go, seeing the Muppets get this level of detail for their own ride feels like a huge win.
Neil Patrick Harris is just one of the massive celebrity cameos confirmed for the new queue. (Image credit: Disney Parks Blog)
The Verdict
I am really looking forward to seeing this for myself, hopefully in the not too distant future! If Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets is anything like the conversion of the Paris version into Avengers Assemble: Flight Force, we are in for a real treat. And while I really did have a soft spot for Aerosmith, it always felt a bit “less Disney” than the rest of the park. A Muppets rebrand feels like a fantastic fit, and I’m a big fan of the attention to detail Disney seem to be putting into this!
What do you think of the new Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster ride? Are you looking forward to hearing the setlist and seeing the Muppets makeover? Let me know in the comments!
Pixar’s latest exhibition hit London last month, and I had the pleasure of visiting just a few days after it opened to the general public. Mundo Pixar is an interactive, walk-through experience that transports you to various worlds from the Pixar Universe.
London is actually the 7th stop on the Pixar Mundo ‘world tour,’ with it having already wowed audiences in Sao Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Madrid, Barcelona, Brussels, and Mexico City. It has now set up camp in a purpose-built venue in Wembley Park, and being a big fan, I had to see it for myself.
Feeling completely dwarfed in Andy’s room – the scale here is absolutely spot on for making you feel like one of the toys.
We visited as two adults without children during the school holidays, so we got a first-hand look at what the experience is like at full capacity. Albeit we are big kids ourselves, I was a little concerned that we might feel out of place, but there were plenty of other Pixar-crazed adults enjoying the exhibit too.
Read my thoughts below on the good, the bad, and the ugly of our experience at the Pixar Mundo London exhibition.
The Good
Firstly, let me start by saying that the exhibition is actually a really fun experience and brilliantly put together! There are 14 rooms in total, which explore scenes from Toy Story, Up, Monsters Inc, Cars, Coco, Elemental, Finding Nemo, Inside Out, Ratatouille, and Luca. Walking into each room, it felt like you were instantly transported into the movie.
The exhibits look high quality and there are a ton of smaller touches that Pixar fans of all ages can appreciate, such as the swinging monkeys from Toy Story or the Paradise Falls adventure fund jar from Up. The attention to detail here is really impressive; I was a little hesitant that it might feel like a ‘knock-off,’ but I’m pleased to report that the experience wouldn’t feel out of place at Disneyland.
Stepping into Portorosso – the set design here does a great job of capturing that seaside Italian charm from Luca.
My favourite room had to be Andy’s bedroom from Toy Story – the room does a fantastic job of putting you at the scale of a toy and seeing things from Buzz and Woody’s perspective! Other standouts are definitely the Finding Nemo room, which depicts a scene from the deep blue, as well as Carl and Ellie’s house from Up. As an added bonus, they even have a small Hoppers photo opportunity featuring beaver Mabel at the entrance, which was a nice touch!
A nice surprise at the entrance: a photo-op with Mabel from the upcoming movie Hoppers.
One of my big concerns about going during the school holidays was how busy it would be, but thankfully the whole exhibition is actually very well managed. Entry is staggered by designated time slots, which prevents major bottlenecking. Even in the smaller rooms, the flow felt smooth, and despite it being at capacity, the only queue we spent too much time in was at the coat check!
Speaking of photo opportunities, these are in plentiful supply! In each room, there is at least one designated photo shoot location, be it with Mike and Sulley in the Scare Factory or with Lightning McQueen and Mater in Flo’s V8 Café. I’d also recommend getting creative; pretending Andy has just walked into his room in the Toy Story section makes for some brilliant memories to look back and laugh at! There are staff on hand in every room to help take photos, and they were incredibly friendly and helpful, especially given the constant flow of guests.
Making ourselves at home in Carl and Ellie’s house!
Another really positive thing I saw was how accessible the exhibition is. There are no steps throughout, meaning it’s fully accessible for wheelchair users. Additionally, at the entrance to each room, there were QR codes for visually impaired users, which I thought was a really nice touch. It’s great to see an exhibit putting accessibility at the forefront of its design rather than feeling like an afterthought.
The Bad
Whilst the rooms are well designed, not all of them quite live up to the standard of the Toy Story areas. The Elemental room felt really poorly executed – crammed into a small space, it’s essentially just Wade and Ember sat together on a metro carriage. There is only one photo opportunity in this room, and it feels like a waste given how awesome an “Element City” scene could have been. As someone who loves Elemental, this was a big disappointment. Likewise, the Ratatouille room felt, pardon the pun, a little half-baked.
Similarly, I think there could have been more variety. With 14 rooms in total, six of those come from the same three franchises (Up, Toy Story, and Coco). Did we really need two rooms dedicated to Coco? I’d have loved to see a scene from Brave or The Incredibles instead. That’s not to say those rooms weren’t great, I’d just have liked a little more variety given Pixar’s catalogue of fan favourites.
Hector and Dante taking center stage.
I’d also have liked to see a bit more signage or memorabilia. Other than a small sign briefly outlining the room, there was very little to engage with other than the sets themselves. Granted, this is an interactive exhibition and not a museum, but a bit more signage with fun facts about the movies or maybe framed scripts and posters certainly wouldn’t have gone amiss.
My biggest issue with the experience is the cost. For two adults, it cost us £35 each, and if you factor in travel, it quickly amounts to an expensive day out. The experience lasts approximately an hour, which is probably the perfect length for children, but frankly, it works out as an expensive hour! For context, a single undated adult ticket to Disneyland Paris costs £115, which works out at £9.67 an hour if you stayed from open to close!
I was really looking forward to the gift shop and was hoping to pick up some merchandise, but again, everything felt so expensive. It’s well-stocked and has some great items, but the pricing felt out of touch. I fell in love with a Finding Nemo water bottle but sadly couldn’t justify the eye-watering £30 price tag. Perhaps if the tickets had been a little cheaper, I would have had more pocket money to spend!
Just keep swimming! The Finding Nemo reef was one of the most vibrant rooms in the whole exhibition.
The Ugly
To enjoy the exhibit, you really need to be as free as possible to take photos, which means not carrying coats or bags around. The organisers acknowledge that and offer a coat check, but sadly, this comes at a cost of £3. Honestly, given the ticket prices, the coat check should be free on principle! I appreciate £3 isn’t a crazy sum, but for me, it’s the principle of it.
There is an area to leave buggies and prams next to the coat check which I’m hoping was at no extra cost, so if you are travelling with one of those, it may be an idea to leave your jackets in the pram to avoid the extra fee.
One of those small, beautiful touches: Carl and Ellie’s mailbox, complete with their signature handprints.
One minor nitpick I had was an interaction in the Elemental room. A guest asked who the characters (Ember and Wade) were, and the staff member responded by saying he thought they were just ‘Fire Girl and Water Guy.’ Maybe I’m being extremely pedantic (I am!), but it did ruin the magic a little that some staff weren’t more knowledgeable – I suppose I’m just a bit used to the Cast Members at Disneyland!
It’s a bit of a weird disconnect; while the sets are designed by Pixar (and they look incredible!), the actual event is run by an outside production company. It shows that while the ‘production’ is top-tier, the ‘service’ doesn’t quite have that Disney training where everyone knows the world inside out.
The Verdict
Despite the ‘Disney tax’ applied to nearly everything, Pixar Mundo London is a fun day out that calls to your inner child. It gives you that rare joy of actually entering the world of Pixar, making it a great way to spend an hour for kids young and old!
If you thought 2025 was busy, 2026 is shaping up to be an absolute powerhouse for Disney, Pixar, and Marvel. From long-awaited sequels to some incredibly unique original stories, here is the full checklist of everything we’ll be watching on the big and small screens this year.
January
January 6: Will Trent
January 6: The Rookie
January 7: Tron: Ares (Disney+ Streaming Debut)
January 13: Hey A.J.!
January 16: Phineas and Ferb
January 22: Disneyland Handcrafted (New Documentary)
January 26: American Idol
January 27: Wonder Man
January 30: Send Help (Theatrical)
February
February 4: The Muppet Show: Sabrina Carpenter Special
February 20: Psycho Killer (Theatrical)
February 25: Scrubs
February 27: Celebrity Jeopardy! All Stars
March
March 4: Daredevil: Born Again
March 6: Hoppers (Theatrical)
March 22: The Bachelorette
March 27: The Dog Stars (Theatrical)
March 27: Ready or Not 2: Here I Come (Theatrical)
May
May 1: The Devil Wears Prada 2 (Theatrical)
May 22: The Mandalorian and Grogu (Theatrical)
June
June 19: Toy Story 5 (Theatrical)
July
July 10: Moana (Live-Action Theatrical)
July 31: Spider-Man: Brand New Day (Theatrical)
August
August 1: Sofia the First: Royal Magic
October
October 16: Whalefall (Theatrical)
November
November 25: Hexed (Theatrical)
December
December 18: Avengers: Doomsday (Theatrical)
Looking at that list, I honestly can’t wait for the year ahead. Seeing Star Wars return to the big screen with The Mandalorian and Grogu feels like a massive moment we’ve been waiting years for, and the hype for Robert Downey Jr.’s return in Avengers: Doomsday is very, very real.
On the animation front, I have to say that Hoppers is right at the top of my list – the trailer looks like such great fun and it’s exactly the kind of quirky original story Pixar does best. What are you most excited for in 2026? Let me know in the comments!
2025 proved an exciting year for Disney fans and there was plenty to keep us busy and occupied with as the years went on. Below, I’ve recapped some of the most notable highlights, across new movies, theme park news and various other topics.
Movies
Movies were in plentiful supply in 2025 from the Walt Disney Company, with Disney, Pixar and Marvel all releasing blockbuster hits. Snow White released back in March to a storm of controversy that seemed to overshadow the film itself. Things did pick up later in the year with the positive release of Lilo & Stitch in May which grossed $1.038 billion and became the third-highest-grossing film of 2025 and the highest-grossing live-action/animated hybrid in history.
On the animated front, Zootopia 2 broke further records for Disney, having the highest grossing opening weekend for an animated movie. Pixar’s Elio released in June to generally positive reviews, however a severe lack of marketing for the movie in the lead up to its release led to it underperforming at the box office.
2025 proved a busy year for Marvel Studios too, with three feature length movies hitting the big screen. Captain America: Brave New World released back in February to mixed reviews and a fairly poor box office performance by Marvel standards, with President Kevin Feige citing the film’s disappointing $415 million box office performance to the absence of fan-favourite Chris Evans. Both Thunderbolts* and The Fantastic Four: First Steps also released in 2025, both of which receiving generally positive reviews.
There were plenty of other movies released last year that too deserve a special mention including Freakier Friday, Tron: Ares and of course Avatar: Fire and Ash.
TV Series
It was also a busy year for TV Series for Disney, with a number of new and original series arriving to Disney+, as well as returning fan favourite series.
2025 saw the highly anticipated season 2 of Andor arrive and I have to say, this may just have been one of my highlights of the year! The series received fantastic critical acclaim and received twenty-two nominations for Primetime Emmy Awards, winning five in 2025, including a huge win for Outstanding Writing for a Drama Series.Marvel also had a busy year with TV series, with Daredevil: Born Again and Ironheart joining the MCU, with both received generally positive reviews across the board.
The first ever Pixar long-form television series released in the form of Win or Lose, a coming of age comedy drama centred around a softball team called the Pickles. The second season of Percy Jackson and the Olympians arrived to Disney+, as well as the revival of the iconic Phineas and Ferb with its fifth season.
Theme Parks
The biggest event of the year was Disneyland Resort’s 70th Anniversary, with a number of events and celebrations to commemorate its 70th anniversary.
One of the biggest pieces of theme park related news in 2025 was the announcement of the Disney Abu Dhabi project which was officially unveiled as a major partnership with Miral. While an official opening date is yet to be announced (though rumours point to 2030), it will be Disney’s first theme park resort in the Middle East, opening up a host of new and excited adventures for a brand new audience.
Disney Abu Dhabi Concept Art (Image Credit: Disney)
We also said an emotional goodbye to Muppet*Vision 3D which permanently closed its doors at Walt Disney World’s Hollywood Studios, much to the disappointment of Disney fans across the globe. Phased closures also began at Animal Kingdom’s Dinoland U.S.A. as it prepares for a ‘Tropical Americas’ retheming.
Disney Cruise Line
Disney Cruise Line saw a brand new ship launch in November 2025 with the magnificent Disney Destiny. With a capacity for 4,000 passengers the “Heroes and Villains” themed ship features the debut of Pride Lands: Feast of the Lion King, a first-of-its-kind musical dinner show, and The Sanctum, the first Doctor Strange-inspired lounge at sea. Early reviews of the Disney Destiny have been fairly positive, particularly amongst families with mixed-age kids and adults seeking a more mature sailing experience.
Merchandise
It’s very hard to summarise all of the new releases when it comes to Disney merchandise as it is a never ending cycle at times! That being said, there were a few particular new releases of note, particularly with some of the Disney LEGO sets released over the past 12 months. From the affordable display pieces like the Pixar Luxo Jr. and WALL-E and EVE sets, to the more extravagant LEGO Icons Captain Jack Sparrow’s Pirate Ship (The Black Pearl) which brought back the return of the fan favourite LEGO Pirates of the Caribbean theme.
Trading cards also saw a massive surge in popularity across the board in 2025 and Disney trading cards also exploded in 2025 across released from Topps, Kakawow and Lorcana. 2026 looks set to continue this trend with a number of other sets due for release across all three of these manufacturers.
As a big LEGO and card collector, 2025 proved an expensive year for myself!
Commercial Performance
Commercially, Disney had a fantastic year, crossing a massive milestone in 2025, reaching nearly $94.4 billion in annual revenue (up 3% from 2024). Despite strong earnings, the stock remained volatile throughout the year, fluctuating between a low of $80 and a high of $124 as investors weighed streaming wins against declining traditional TV. The Parks and Experiences division reached a record $10 billion in annual operating income, remaining the company’s most reliable and resilient “cash cow.”
2025 Milestone
Achievement
Highest Grossing Movie
Zootopia 2 ($1.58B+)
Newest Destination
Disney Abu Dhabi (Announced May 2025)
Newest Ship
Disney Destiny (Launched Nov 2025)
Financial Growth
$94.4 Billion Revenue (Up 3%)
All in all, 2025 proved a successful year for the Walt Disney Company, not just commercially, but positive critical responses across movies proved that there’s still life in the mouse yet!
What was your Disney highlight of 2025? Let me know in the comments below!
As part of my predictions for the upcoming Disneyland Abu Dhabi resort announced back in May, I compared the price of tickets across the global Disney resorts and the difference in pricing was quite astounding. I’ve decided to deep dive into this and look at how much each entry to each Disney resort costs, in 2025.
Now, it’s important to note that the majority of Disney Parks employ a dynamic pricing model, meaning ticket prices can fluctuate based on the date of visit, number of days spent at the park, park hopper options, ticket type, add-ons and of course, any additional taxes.
Character experiences are a priceless part of the Disney magic! (Image Credit: Pexels)
For the purpose of this blog post, I’ve focused on the pricing of an adult, for a single park day ticket (dated) on Wednesday 17th September 2025. From what I could find, there are no specific events or reasons why park tickets on these days should incur any additional costs to standard days, though it’s worth noting that some parks often begin their Halloween celebrations in September, which can influence crowd levels and sometimes pricing.
Note: Shanghai Disneyland only allows you to book tickets 1-month in advance, so I have used the standard 1-day ticket price which appears to be consistent across the next few weeks. Given this coincides with the Chinese summer holidays, the data may be a little skewed.
Here’s the breakdown of park ticket costs, from most expensive to least expensive:
Theme Park
USD
GBP
EUR
Magic Kingdom Park (Florida)
$144
£107
€123
Disney’s Hollywood Studios (Florida)
$139
£103
€119
EPCOT (Florida)
$129
£96
€110
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park (Florida)
$119
£88
€102
Disney California Adventure Park
$104
£77
€89
Disneyland Park (California)
$104
£77
€89
Shanghai Disneyland
$100
£74
€86
Hong Kong Disneyland
$85
£63
€73
Disneyland Park (Paris)
$75
£56
€63
Walt Disney Studios Park (Paris)
$75
£56
€64
Tokyo DisneySea
$63
£47
€54
Tokyo Disneyland
$63
£47
€54
Rather unsurprisingly, the US theme parks lead the way in being the most expensive Disney Parks across the world. Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom is the most expensive Disney park globally at $144 for a single-day ticket, with Hollywood Studios, EPCOT and Animal Kingdom just behind them. Given that Walt Disney World is the most visited vacation resort in the world, as well as being the biggest by size and the most expensive resort to run, it’s not a huge shock these ticket prices are incredibly expensive.
What is perhaps surprising about the American theme parks, is the vast difference in price compared to their global counterparts. The cheapest Disney Park tickets are found in Japan, at Tokyo’s Disneyland and DisneySea, which offer single day tickets at just $63 – more than half the cost of a ticket to three out of the four Florida parks.
Whilst I am yet to personally visit Tokyo Disney Resort (believe me, it’s on my bucket list!), I’ve heard nothing but good things about the theme park; brilliant shows, fantastic rides and amazing merchandise. The fact that the park tickets are the cheapest globally only compounds how much value for money it is.
On off-peak days, Disneyland Paris comes in as one of the most affordable Disney park tickets globally! (Image Credit: Pexels)
Given the generally lower costs in Asia, the pricing isn’t too surprising. I was pleasantly surprised to see both of the Paris parks coming in at only $75 for a single day ticket, ranking it as the second cheapest Disney resort (on 17th September 2025).
Shanghai Disneyland ranked as the most expensive theme park outside of the United States. This did surprise me, particularly given how much cheaper Hong Kong and Tokyo compare, however I definitely think it’s worth taking Shanghai Disneyland’s pricing with a pinch of salt. As mentioned above, I wasn’t able to look at booking more than 1 month ahead, so I’ve had to use an average price over the next month. Given this coincides with the Chinese summer holidays, this data is probably a little skewed.
What this does emphasise, however, is how using set pricing for park tickets, allows for accurate planning and budgeting for upcoming trips. Tokyo is the only Disney resort that actually has a tiered pricing system for daily park tickets, published well in advance, offering more predictability (excluding special events which increase ticket prices). All of the other resorts use a dynamic pricing range, where ticket prices fluctuate depending on a number of factors. This does mean, and it’s extremely important to note, that the ranking of the park ticket prices can in fact vary day by day.
Below I’ve listed the range of prices for park tickets at the resorts, taken from my Disney Abu Dhabi predictions post back in May.
Disney Theme Parks – 1-Day Adult Ticket Pricing
Theme Park
Local Price Range
USD Range
GBP Range
EUR Range
Walt Disney World (Florida)
$119–$199
$119–$199
£88–£157
€102–€183
Disneyland Resort (California)
$104–$179
$104–$179
£77–£141
€89–€165
Disneyland Paris
€63–€123
$68–$134
£54–£106
€63–€123
Tokyo Disneyland/DisneySea
¥7,900–¥10,900
$58–$80
£46–£63
€53–€74
Shanghai Disneyland
¥475–¥799
$66–$110
£52–£87
€61–€101
Hong Kong Disneyland
HK$639 – HK$939
$82-$122
£62-£88
€73-€103
Ultimately, this deep dive into 2025 Disney Park ticket prices reveals a fascinating landscape of value and cost across the globe. While Disney ticket prices in 2025 can fluctuate significantly on a daily basis, my comparison offers a clear guide to where your money goes furthest. Be sure to always check the official park websites for the exact cost on your chosen dates.
Did any of these price differences surprise you? Which park do you think offers the best value for money? Let us know in the comments!
Last month, while heading home from a three-month-long campervan road trip around Europe, I thought it would be rude not to make a quick stop at Disney Village in Paris on my way back to the UK. So that’s exactly what I did.
I’d visited Disneyland Paris earlier this year and at that time, the Disney Village was under a huge amount of construction, with various stores closed as they were refurbished ahead of summer. Renovations were still going ahead during my visit last month, but thankfully, only to a small section of the Village itself and the newly refurbished shops were ready for me to shop in and enjoy the much-needed air conditioning!
Disney Glamour
First up, was the Disney Glamour store, home to various bits of Disney jewellery and expensive branded handbags. The store feels extremely premium and there was an overwhelming number of stunning Disney jewellery pieces. I didn’t hang around for too long in this section of the store, partly because of the price tags, but also because I rather embarrassingly walked into the sliding door by mistake! For reference, the door opens a lot slower than you think!
Some of the beautiful handbags on display!
Disney Style
The Disney Style store sits next to the Glamour store and actually opens up into it, but with Style focusing on clothing and there’s plenty of diversity between children’s and adults clothing. The layout is fairly similar to how it was previously, but the modern and clean aesthetic to the store makes it feel much more refreshed compared to how it was for many years.
A fantastic Up inspired handbag.
LEGO Store
Next up was the LEGO Store, which much like Disney Glamour retained much of its original layout, but all feeling much more refreshed. Outside, there is a brand new LEGO Disney themed statue featuring characters like Woody, Mickey, Minnie, Elsa and Peter Pan – a perfect place for a photo. Inside the store, there is a brand new centrepiece of a LEGO magical Mickey which honestly looks incredible. There are a number of other LEGO Disney statues and display pieces dotted around the store – I’d recommend spending some time looking out for them.
Perfect place for photos!
Deco by Disney
The final refurbished store to visit was Deco by Disney, offering Disney inspired homeware and artwork. This was always one of my favourite stores in the Disney Village as I loved all of the artwork and memorabilia that were on sale. Unfortunately, Deco by Disney appears to be much more focused on the homeware, rather than the one of a kind display pieces that were previously available. There was a small section dedicated to artwork, but I found it rather lacking.
Despite the omission of artwork and memorabilia, the layout of the store is fairly simple and easy to navigate, with wooden beams running along the ceiling, giving the store a vibrant, modern look. This store actually used to be two stories, with a long winding ramp taking shoppers to the 1st floor where the majority of the artwork pieces were showcased. The decision to condense the store does make sense and looks all the better for it, it’s just come at the cost of a severe lack of art and collectibles.
Even in June, there are Christmas decorations for sale!
Final Thoughts
All in all, the newly refurbished Disney Village stores look absolutely fantastic – more modern, inviting, and definitely more in line with the high standards you’d expect at a Disney resort.
It does beg the question though, when will the World of Disney and Disney Store get the same treatment? Compared to these new refurbs, they’re starting to feel pretty dated. With the Frozen-themed land set to open in 2026, I wouldn’t be surprised if those bigger stores are next on the list.
Have you visited the newly refurbished stores at the Disney Village lately? Let me know your thoughts in the comments.
Earlier this year, I stayed at Disneyland Paris’s Hotel Cheyenne and thoroughly enjoyed my stay. Hotel Cheyenne is a perfect blend of Disney theming, fun and affordability (in Disney terms that is!). I’ve broken this review down into four sections, the hotel itself, the room, the location and price.
The Hotel & Theming
Checking in to Hotel Cheyenne, you are immediately greeted with a fantastic Wild West themed lobby, complete with cast members all wearing authentic cowboy attire. The check in process was smooth and despite not being able to check in to our room right away, we were able to store our luggage securely to collect after our first busy day in the park.
The grand lobby of Hotel Cheyenne, setting the immersive Wild West tone from the moment you step inside!
The theming of Hotel Cheyenne is truly fantastic. Focusing on the Wild West theme, it leans into Toy Story to really provide that added Disney touch. There are numerous Toy Story posters, displays and statues located all around the hotel. There are a few areas where the theming could be a little more polished, but as a whole, I think it masters immersion very well.
Toy Story theming galore – found this classic poster brightening up the hotel halls!
Cheyenne is undoubtedly less classy than the likes of Hotel Marvel or the Disneyland Hotel, but it definitely focuses on the fun elements which are much more suited to younger children (or big kids like myself!).
The hotel itself is huge and actually more like a holiday village, rather than a standard hotel. Capitalising on that Western theme, there are numerous buildings that house their rooms, all aptly named to the theme, with the likes of Jesse James and Billy The Kid. All buildings are accessible and have ramps and elevators for those who need them, but the hotel grounds are pretty large so bear that in mind! It is probably a 10-minute walk from one side of the hotel to the other.
Dining
Hotel Cheyenne is home to the Chuck Wagon Café, an all you can eat tex-mex buffet. We didn’t eat here during our stay, however we did have a nosy around and looked at the food on offer, which mainly comprised chillis, barbecued meats and a few Asian dishes. As a vegetarian, there were some plant-based options, however not quite enough to justify the price tag (check out my top 5 plant-based meal options at DLP here). The restaurant’s theming perfectly complemented that of the rest of the hotel, designed to evoke a bustling wagon station.
Walking through Hotel Cheyenne’s main street feels like stepping straight into a classic Western movie after dark.
There is also a Starbucks at the hotel, located next to the General Store, however according to the Disneyland Paris website (as of June 2025), this is currently closed for renovation. I’m not really sure why it’s undergoing refurbishment – it looked great when we visited in January! But don’t worry too much, if you need your coffee fix, there is a Starbucks in the Disney Village which you will pass if you walk to the parks in the morning.
Shopping
As with all Disney hotels, there is a small shop onsite at Cheyenne which is aptly named the General Store. The selection on offer is fairly basic and pretty consistent with what you will see at some of the other hotel stores; mugs, pins, plushies, snacks. There were a few things we did see in the General Store which we didn’t actually see in any of the other shops, however, I don’t believe these were exclusives, more likely a matter of fluctuating stock.
We did utilise the Shopping Carry Service available at Disneyland Paris which worked an absolute treat; we purchased a few things in one of the parks that were too bulky to carry around all day so we sent them to our hotel and then collected them later that day from the General Store. We’ve used this before at various hotels and it is always a simple process that I’d highly recommend.
Things to do
There is a fair bit to do at Hotel Cheyenne to keep both children and adults entertained. For children, there is a very small ‘indoor play area’ located in the hotel lobby, which, in all honesty, is absolutely tiny and every time we walked past was consistently very busy with lobby traffic. There are some much more impressive outdoor fort style play areas for children scattered around the hotel grounds which provide countless fun, as well as the possibility to go for a pony ride – this was unsurprisingly closed when we visited in temperatures hovering above zero degrees!
The daily Cheyenne Gazette and our trusty MagicPasses – essential reading (and access!) for every stay.
For adults, Cheyenne is home to the Red Garter Saloon, a bar located along from the Chuck Wagon Café and the General Store. It has both indoor and outdoor seating and we popped in here for a brief drink one evening and we loved it. There’s a really nice vibe to the bar and there are even Western style drinks available on the menu like the Runaway Train (raspberry vodka, curacao, raspberry nectar and fresh lemon juice) and the Wild West Bandit (whiskey, peach liqueur, raspberry purée, passion fruit nectar and tonic water). We did visit in the evening but it wasn’t too busy and made for a cosy atmosphere.
Character Experiences
Whilst we didn’t do any character meet and greets at Hotel Cheyenne during our time there, it is possible to meet both Woody and Jessie at the hotel. These characters are generally considered exclusive to Hotel Cheyenne, so make sure you do not miss them if you want photos and autographs. During our visit, we were advised that you can meet Jessie or Woody at the entrance of the Red Garter Saloon between 8:15am to 11am.
NOTE: You don’t need to stay at Hotel Cheyenne to meet Woody and Jessie, or to visit the hotel for that matter. You can simply visit the hotel by walking from the Disney Village.
The Rooms
We stayed in a ‘Woody’s Roundup’ standard room and honestly, it was great! As with most Disney holidays, you never really spend too much time in the room itself as you are out at the theme park all day, but Cheyenne’s standard rooms are more than sufficient. The theming of the rooms is great; there are Toy Story pictures hung upon the walls, Woody lampshades, cow print pillows and even a horse shoe mirror! The theming works wonderfully and creates the perfect atmosphere to rest your head after a long day in the parks. I was a big fan.
Ready for a good night’s sleep after a long day of adventures – loving the subtle cow print touches!
There are tea and coffee making facilities in the room and complimentary bottles of water too. Unfortunately, these are not replaced with the maid service, however if you have a water bottle you want filling, I had no problem getting this topped up at the Red Garter Saloon by staff. It’s worth noting too, there is no mini-fridge in the room which isn’t the end of the world, however it would come in handy if you were preparing lunch or snacks to take into the parks.
There is a television in the room which has the standard international news channels available, as well as a few local French channels too. There is an on demand Disney TV where you can watch a handful of Disney documentaries, as well as a music channel where you can watch Disney hits in a video compilation; albeit this kept cutting out when we tried to watch it for some reason. The on demand stuff is pretty half-baked if I’m honest and I really think Disney are missing a trick by not installing Disney+ into every room, or at least giving users the option to sign into their accounts.
Even the TV screen gets in on the Wild West action, alongside our much-needed morning coffee fix!
The bathroom is fairly spacious and comes with a bath shower. Overall, the bathroom is fairly basic and doesn’t quite live up to the impressive theming of the bedroom. The shower curtain is a yellowish brown and is adorned with horseshows which on the surface looks quite cool but can actually look a bit dingy at first glance. Of course, this is just a minor gripe about the theming, the bathroom itself was absolutely fine, in fact the shower pressure was actually quite good!
Even the toiletries at Hotel Cheyenne are ready for a rootin’ tootin’ good time!
The Location
Located roughly a 20-minute walk from the Disneyland Parks and only a 10-minute walk to the Disney Village, Hotel Cheyenne offers the perfect balance of being close to the action whilst feeling out of the way. The walk to the village and parks is very nice, you essentially follow the river along to the lake at the Disney Village, before walking past the Marvel Hotel and then reaching the village.
If you don’t want to walk however, there is a regular shuttle bus which takes guests to and from the hotel to the parks. We never used this service as for us, on a cold winters morning, a brisk walk was the perfect start to the day. Plus, by the time you’ve waited for the bus and everybody is onboard, you will probably arrive at the park at a similar time anyway!
One thing worth mentioning about the location too is its proximity to Hotel Santa Fe. Santa Fe is the Cars themed hotel and sits directly opposite Hotel Cheyenne, on the other side of the river. There are a few bridges that do actually connect the two hotels, so it is possible to visit this hotel if you want to check it out. We did this and had a bit of a nosy round and in doing so, we found that there is actually a fuel station located a brief walk from Santa Fe. There is a shop here and they do sell snacks, drinks (no alcohol) and food, however the prices were just as expensive as those in the Disney complex. It’s handy for essentials that Disney may not stock, mind you.
The Price
We stayed during January, so managed to secure a good price on our hotel package and park tickets. In fact, Hotel Cheyenne was actually the cheapest Disney hotel available (bar Davy Crockett Ranch) to book for us at the time and this is something I’ve seen previously when looking at prices. This is despite Hotel Cheyenne being a 3 star hotel and Santa Fe being 2 star. It seems like these two both interchange as being the most affordable onsite hotels.
That being said, as with most things, prices can fluctuate very easily! Having looked at the DLP website and compared a few of the hotels for their cheapest nights in July of 2025, Cheyenne actually came in at more expensive than both Santa Fe and Sequoia Lodge (£218 versus £205 and £213 respectively, based on 3 days, 2 nights). It’s worth bearing in mind that price doesn’t always represent hotel quality class when it comes to Disney hotels, or all hotels for that matter.
Ultimately, if I were paying £218 a night to stay at Cheyenne in the summer (including park tickets), I would consider that fair value. There isn’t a huge amount to separate these three hotels; it’s more a case of personal preference.
The Final Verdict
Disneyland Paris’s Hotel Cheyenne is a fantastic, affordable option available for guests who want to stay on a Disney property and enjoy the perks that they have to offer. Personally, I’m of the opinion that if you have the budget to stay onsite, it’s well worth it to take advantage of the magic hours and fully immerse yourself in the theming; and this is what Cheyenne does brilliantly. With a mix of things to do, fun and vibrant rooms and a handy location, I can definitely recommend a stay at Hotel Cheyenne!
Have you ever stayed at Hotel Cheyenne, or is it on your Disneyland Paris wish list? Let me know your thoughts or questions in the comments below – I’d love to hear from you!
Every week, I round up some of the best Disney related deals to be found online. From a new Disney+ perks programme, to discounted Disneyland California tickets, here are some of this week’s best deals (for the roundup of last week’s deals, check them out here).
Disney+ Launches Always-On Perks Programme, Hulu Joins This Summer!
Disney+ has just rolled out its new always-on Perks programme, offering subscribers rewards ranging from sweepstakes to discounts. Hulu will join the fun from June 2, 2025, with weekly benefits all summer long. These programmes are designed to give fans everything from access to unique experiences and sweepstakes to everyday savings and special discounts.
Highlights of Disney+ Perks at Launch (US):
A chance to win tickets to the Freakier Friday world premiere.
An opportunity to win a four-night cruise on the Disney Destiny, the newest Disney Cruise Line ship.
A six-month free DashPass membership from DoorDash (for new members).
Enjoy 20% off on adidas.com and in the adidas app.
Receive 15% off purchases at Funko.com and Loungefly.com.
Plus, take advantage of special summer savings at Walt Disney World Resort! Get rates starting from $99 per night at Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort when you stay two nights or longer at select Disney Resorts Collection hotels.
Unlock Hulu Perks This Summer (US):
Beginning June 2, Hulu subscribers can look forward to new weekly offers including:
Chances to win tickets to popular events like Lollapalooza and Jimmy Kimmel Live!
Opportunities to win passes to Comic-Con® in San Diego.
Sweepstakes for exclusive items inspired by Hulu favourites such as The Handmaid’s Tale and Only Murders in the Building.
Unfortunately, at launch, these perks are exclusive to the United States. Fingers crossed they roll out across the globe sooner rather than later! For those of you in the States, you can check out these exciting new benefits here.
FREE Dining & Drinks for your 2026 Walt Disney World Trip
Planning a 2026 holiday to Walt Disney World in Florida? You could snag FREE Disney Dining & Drinks when you book a Hotel & Ticket package for selected dates between January and December 2026.
This amazing deal also includes 14 days of Disney Magic Tickets for the price of just 7 days, giving you more time to explore all the parks! Plus, if you book by July 1st, 2025, you can save up to £300 on your total holiday cost.
Free dining and drinks on 2026 Walt Disney World holidays!
Depending on your Disney Resort hotel, your free dining could range from quick-service meals to a full Disney Dining Plan, saving you hundreds of pounds (up to £1,119 per adult for a two-week stay!). Children aged 3-9 also get a free dining plan if an adult buys one.
Booking direct with Disney also offers perks like low deposits (from £50pp) and flexible payments, as well as those valuable magic hours!
Learn more about the promotion and book your trip to Walt Disney World here.
Disneyland Anniversary Ticket Offer – Visit for as Low as $100 Per Day!
For those of you planning a summer visit to Disneyland in California, this is a deal you won’t want to miss! For a limited time, you can visit the Disneyland Resort for as low as $100 per day with a special 4-day, 1-park per day ticket (totalling $400). Prefer a shorter trip? Grab a 3-day ticket for as low as $120 per day ($360 total).
These specially priced tickets are valid for visits between May 16 through August 14, 2025. This offer perfectly coincides with the exciting Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration, so you can immerse yourself in all the new entertainment and decorations!
Just a heads-up: These tickets are subject to theme park reservation availability, so be sure to check your preferred dates before purchasing. You can also add Park Hopper and Lightning Lane Multi Pass upgrades for additional fees.
Check out this special anniversary ticket offer and book your magical trip to Disneyland Resort here.
Amazon Disney deal round up
As usual, there are tons of Disney-related deals available over on Amazon, from big savings on Disney LEGO sets to a Stitch slush maker that looks perfect for summer, I’ve picked out some of the highlights below. Note, as an Amazon associate, I earn from qualifying purchases – this really helps to grow my blog!
Funko have launched their summer sale, with discounts available across both Funko products and Loungefly, ranging from savings of between 10% up to 50%. The summer sale is active on both the US Funko site, as well as Funko Europe. From Bitty Pop 4 packs as low as £3, to some really funky full-size Stitch Pops, there are plenty of deals available across Disney, Star Wars and Marvel.
FREE Lady & the Tramp 70th Anniversary Key with Disney Store UK Orders over £30
To celebrate the 70th Anniversary of Lady & the Tramp, shoppers who spend over £30 on Disney Store UK can receive a free special anniversary key with their order. The free gift should automatically apply to all baskets over £30, however if it doesn’t show, use the code KEY at checkout. This freebie aligns nicely with some of the sale items the Disney Store are currently running, including 25% off on Toy Story action figures, plus a fresh new range of Lilo & Stitch merchandise.
This offer runs until June 9th (or whilst stocks last). Check out the full details here.
Up to 50% off at the US Disney Store + FREE shipping on orders over $85
Over on the US Disney Store, Disney’s ‘Twice upon a year sale’ is now live, with a number of items available at big discounts. The website states that shoppers can get up 50% off certain items, but I’ve seen some products available with discounts as big as 75%! Some of my personal favourite picks are the Ahsoka Tano mask for kids ($7.98 down from $44.99), an awesome Home Alone mug ($4.98 down from $19.99) and some rather stylish Cinderella platform Crocs ($59.98 down from $99.99)
Shoppers can also get free shipping on orders over $85 using the code SHIPMAGIC at checkout.
Huge savings on Star Wars Young Jedi bundle (save £182!)
For young Star Wars fans based in the UK, retailer The Entertainer currently have an amazing offer available on a bundle of Star Wars Young Jedi toys. The bundle, retailing at £247.97, is currently priced at £65 and contains 7 Young Jedi products, from playsets to lightsabers. Be quick though, their website currently states that they have low stock of this bundle!
Earlier this year, I visited Disneyland Paris, and as I found myself with a little too much time to think while waiting for Toy Soldiers Parachute Drop, a spark of an idea hit me: I started tracking my actual wait times for each ride and comparing them to the estimated wait times posted by Disney.
I recorded the data across 26 rides in both Disneyland Park and Walt Disney Studios Park. My stopwatch started the second I entered the queue and stopped when I reached the ride boarding point. Here’s what I found.
Curious about the numbers behind the magic? Here’s the complete dataset of wait times I collected, showing how often Disney’s estimates hit the mark – or missed it.
Overall Performance
Out of the 26 rides:
10 rides (38.5%) had an actual wait time shorter than Disney’s estimate
16 rides (61.5%) had actual wait times longer than estimated
So, if you’re wondering whether to trust those posted wait times, the short answer is: expect to wait a little longer than advertised, especially on the more popular rides.
The “Short Wait” Sweet Spot
Disney tends to be more accurate (or conservative) with rides that have low estimated wait times (under 15 minutes). Examples:
Flying Carpets Over Agrabah: Est. 5:00, Actual 00:16
Disneyland Railroad: Est. 10:00, Actual 03:17
It’s a Small World: Est. 5:00, Actual 03:18
That said, not all short wait rides are spot-on:
Phantom Manor: Est. 5:00 → Actual 05:18
Slinky Dog Zigzag Spin: Est. 5:00 → Actual 05:45
Still, these slight overruns feel minor, and in some cases, the wait felt even shorter than the timer suggested because of how quickly the line moved.
RC Racer: So thrilling, I forgot to time it. Whoops!
The Mid-to-Long Wait Struggle
Rides with estimated waits of 15+ minutes tend to be underestimated more often:
Dumbo the Flying Elephant: Est. 15:00 → Actual 22:40
Spider-Man W.E.B. Adventure: Est. 35:00 → Actual 41:35
Tower of Terror: Est. 40:00 → Actual 47:19
Toy Soldiers Parachute Drop: Est. 30:00 → Actual 50:37
These longer waits can definitely disrupt carefully planned itineraries—especially when they run over by 10 to 20 minutes or more.
Shortest vs Longest Actual Wait Times
Shortest Wait: Flying Carpets Over Agrabah — just 16 seconds vs. a 5-minute estimate.
Longest Wait: Toy Soldiers Parachute Drop — 50 minutes 37 seconds, exceeding the estimate by over 20 minutes.
That 16-second queue was a rare and glorious “walk-on” moment. The 50-minute wait, though? Not so much.
Disneyland Park vs. Walt Disney Studios Park
Disneyland Park
Walt Disney Studios Park
Total Rides Tracked
16
10
% Rides Under Estimate
43.75% (7 rides)
30% (3 rides)
% Rides Over Estimate
56.25% (9 rides)
70% (7 rides)
Average Estimated Wait
14 min 41 sec
25 min 30 sec
Average Actual Wait
15 min 8 sec
27 min 8 sec
Average Over (Actual – Est)
27 seconds
1 minute 38 seconds
Longest Actual Wait
Orbitron (32 min 27 sec)
Toy Soldiers Parachute Drop (50 min 37 sec)
Shortest Actual Wait
Disneyland Railroad (3 min 17 sec)
Flying Carpets Over Agrabah (16 sec)
Biggest % Over
Pirates of the Caribbean (233%)
Toy Soldiers Parachute Drop (68.7%)
Biggest % Under
Disneyland Railroad (-67.2%)
Flying Carpets Over Agrabah (-94.7%)
Notable “Guest Wins”
Peter Pan’s Flight (-46.4%)
Crush’s Coaster (-36.7%)
Key Takeaways:
Walt Disney Studios Park estimates are less accurate, with more frequent and larger overruns.
Disneyland Park is closer to a 50/50 split between over and under — a more balanced experience.
Studios Park has higher average wait times overall due to housing more high-demand thrill rides.
Proof that even the most accurate estimates still involve a whole lot of ‘hurry up and wait.
So… What Does All of This Mean?
At the end of the day, Disney’s posted wait times are just that – estimates. They can be fairly accurate, wildly optimistic, or occasionally a delightful surprise.
If the ride says under 15 minutes, you’ll often get on quickly – maybe even faster than expected. But for anything over 20–30 minutes, it’s safer to mentally prepare for a longer wait than what the board says.
And sometimes, it just comes down to timing and luck.
For instance, when we rode Flying Carpets Over Agrabah, we walked straight onto the ride — no queue whatsoever. On Cars Quatre Roues Rallye, we missed the previous group by one person and had to wait a whole cycle. It wouldn’t have took our wait time below the estimated wait time, but it definitely would have shaved off a few minutes!
Have you noticed rides taking way longer than estimated? Or had a walk-on surprise? Drop your stories in the comments – I’d love to hear how your wait times compared!
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