I'm Gray Houser. I visit Walt Disney World numerous times a year despite having a disability. I'm "low vision," or legally blind, and over the years I've amassed tons of knowledge about how to tour Walt Disney World effectively with or as someone who has a disability. Now I want to pass on what I've learned so everyone can enjoy the most magical place on Earth.
Want to read stories like this before anyone else? Become a MagicalMedia+ member to get more magic. Subscribe now Walt Disney World is a magical destination that offers enchanting experiences for visitors of all ages and abilities. Navigating the vast theme parks, attractions, and entertainment venues in a wheelchair can be a seamless and enjoyable experience with...
Recently, a reader asked a really good question about guests in wheelchairs, and instead of just replying to them, I decided to post the answer for everyone to read. There are many different types of attractions at Walt Disney World, and as you’d expect, there are a few different ways they handle guests with wheelchairs. Some attractions allow guests to get in...
By Nicole Cantore, Digital Integration Specialist, Global Food & Beverage, Disney Parks Blog Happy (almost) Mother’s Day foodies! I for one am a strong believer that the best way to celebrate the ones we love is with food, and this year, the Disney chefs and mixologists have put together ample ways to honor your loved ones on May 14. ...
Today is Disney’s Animal Kingdom’s 25th birthday, and to celebrate, Disney opened a new meet and greet at Character Landing, where guests can now see how far they’ll go and meet Moana. The meet and greet is decorate with rugs simular to ones seen in the movie with Moana inspired elements (there’s even a rug that features Hei-Hei). After walking past the rugs, guests...
Note: This post may contain affiliate links, which means that I may receive a commission if you make a purchase using these links. Affiliate links are denoted with an ‘*.’ Walt Disney World Annual Pass sales will be resuming for all four tiers on April 20, 2023. This marks the first time in a year and a half that new Annual Passes will be available for...
I visited Disney’s Hollywood Studios earlier today and had the pleasure of dining at the Roundup Rodeo BBQ, which opened today. From the moment I walked in, I was transported to a magical world of oversized toy decor, reminiscent of my childhood favorites. It was as if I had shrunk down to the size of a toy and found myself in the midst of an enchanting playroom...
Magic Kingdom’s newest attraction, TRON Lightcycle / Run, is set to open in just a few short months, and guests are already buzzing with excitement. However, Disney Parks has just announced that accessing this ride will be a little different than what guests are used to. To enter TRON Lightcycle / Run, guests will need to use the My Disney Experience app, and...
As Disney fans know, “it’s a small world” has been a beloved ride since its debut at the 1964 New York World’s Fair. The catchy song and beautiful display of culture and language make it a fan favorite, but it’s more than just a ride. It uniquely positions Disney to honor the diversity of people around the world, and that’s a...
Walt Disney World diehards are eager to get digitized into the Grid on Walt Disney World’s newest attraction, TRON Lightcycle / Run, at Magic Kingdom. Fortunately, Disney will be offering a multitude of options allowing fans to experience the attraction before it opens on April 4, 2023. Here’s a complete list of groups that will be eligible for previews...
As we race towards the April 4th opening of TRON Lightcycle / Run at Magic Kingdom, Disney has revealed some operational details about the much-anticipated attraction. When TRON opens, it will exclusively utilize Disney’s virtual queue and Individual Lightning Lane; no standby queue will be offered. “Guests will need to use the My Disney Experience...