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Permits filed for Big Thunder Mountain Railroad refurbishment

September 15, 2020September 15, 20202 min read Kevin Koszola

Are you a fan of the “Wildest Ride in the Wilderness” at Disney’s Magic Kingdom? A recent filing for a permit indicates that Disney has

Walt Disney World Refurbishment & Closure Schedule – February 2020

February 3, 2020February 4, 20205 min read Katelyn G

Check out the Walt Disney World refurbishment schedule for February 2020! Imagine this: You just got to WDW. You’re ready to hit the parks and

Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Will Close for Refurbishments

December 22, 2019December 22, 20191 min read Rebekah

Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, the fast-paced coaster in Frontierland at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom, is a classic ride that is a favorite for many.

New “Share A Coke” Disney Bottles Are Arriving At The Disney Parks

May 8, 2018May 8, 20182 min read Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

Have you heard the news that new “Share A Coke” Disney bottles are being introduced at the parks? As today is National Share A Coke Day, it’s

Exploring Walt Disney World’s Coasters On National Roller Coaster Day

August 16, 2017August 16, 20173 min read Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

Happy National Roller Coaster Day! Today is the perfect day for us to explore all of our favorite roller coaster attractions spread across Walt Disney

Seven Dwarfs Mine Train and Other Attractions Closed for Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party

May 17, 2017May 18, 20173 min read Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

Amended: After we went to print with the article below, Disney announced that they made amendments to their attraction list for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party

Man Dies In Hospital After Riding Disney’s Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at the Magic Kingdom

April 22, 2017April 22, 20172 min read Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

A 54-year-old man passed away in the hospital after riding Big Thunder Mountain Railroad in February. He had a pre-existing condition which led to his

Big Thunder Mountain Railroad closing for Refurbishment

August 9, 20161 min read Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

If you are a fan of the runaway train ride Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at Disney’s Magic Kingdom, then you’ll want to know that there

Top 10 Disneyland Rides to Ride at Night

February 6, 2016February 6, 20164 min read Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

Disneyland is a truly magical place, no matter what time of day it is, but the original Magic Kingdom becomes even more magical after dark.

Big Thunder Mountain Railroad closing for long Refurbishment

January 24, 2016January 23, 20161 min read Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is making a halt on April 4, 2016 for a big refurbishment. In an effort to give you a better Old

Disney World Gets Even Tougher on Selfie Sticks

May 19, 2015May 19, 20151 min read Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

Not that long ago we told you about Disney World cracking down on the use of Selfie Sticks on the rides. Well, they have taken

IDW and Disney to Release Comics Based on Classic Characters

January 28, 2015January 27, 20151 min read Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

Comics and Disney have been pairing quite well lately, but surprisingly it’s not with Marvel this time around. Our favorite classic characters including Donald and