Fans watched in shock as the popular Maleficent float went up on flames during the Festival of Fantasy Parade on May 11th, 2018. Maleficent is known to breathe fire down the parade route as part of the show, but yesterday something went terribly wrong when the float passed through Liberty Square.

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I've always felt like when the sun goes down at Disney, the magic takes on a new life. There is something about touring in the twilight that reinvents the spaces, transporting you into that other world. Watching the evening lights come on as the sun goes down it like awakening the dream; and there's nowhere better time to enjoy the Park than at the Magic Kingdom special event, "Disney After Hours"!

When it comes to a hearty meal that evokes the spirit of Summer, there are just a few things on my list, and at the very top is barbecue. The Walt Disney World Resort has its fair share of places to indulge in this traditional American fare, but the very best just may be from the new kid on the block. The Polite Pig is dominating the quick service scene at Disney Springs with deep smoke, rich flavors and exciting sides.

Travelers new to planning Walt Disney World vacations often ask me for advice where to start. With so many areas and activities in one place, knowing what to see and do can seem like a daunting task. My advice to them is to break it down by visiting just one Park a day, and creating a list with 5 points of can't miss fun. Obviously you're going to see and do more than 5 things in a day, but once you've crossed off those "musts" you can just relax and consider everything else bonus fun. Here's my 5 Points Of Can't Miss Fun at Disney's Animal Kingdom for Summer 2018.

If Monorail Crawls and Wine Walks aren't quite your style. Disney Springs may be the place for you to go with its brand new Bourbon Trail. Starting May 1st guests ages 21 and older can meander through the diverse neighborhoods of Disney Springs to discover a tasty array of bourbon-inspired beverages and food pairings.

Walt Disney World's Free Dining Offer is back for 2018! The popular vacation incentive is being offered to guests looking to book select dates in August, September, November, and December 2018.

You might say I'm a little obsessed, but the moment Disney took over the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) I was sold on a whole new set of adventures. Sure, I had handled my share of Marvel magic through other outlets, growing up on a constant feed of X-men, but these 'Avengers' were new to me. When Robert Downey Jr. was cast as Iron Man for the 2008 debut film in this new cinematic venture, I was already hooked.

Walt Disney World has promised us one Incredible Summer celebration, and that's not just limited to the four theme parks. On select summer nights starting June 21, 2018 Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park will turn it up with Disney's H2O Glow Nights!

Yee Haa! Round-up your friends and nail down your dates because if you will be a guests staying at select Walt Disney World Resort hotels for the opening of Toy Story Land FastPass+ reservations are now open! Toy Story Land makes its dazzling debut on June 30, for all the fun Andy's backyard can handle. Join Woody, Jessie, Buzz, as you shrink down to toy size and experience the all new adventures in store.