AllEars.Net • 31st January 2021

Six Hidden Details from Rise of the Resistance in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge

Few attractions are as densely packed as Rise of the Resistance. Every inch of this attraction is packed with secrets and Easter eggs, including the queue.

In fact, if you’ve only experienced the ride itself, be it through YouTube videos or pictures, you’re missing half the experience!

When you have a chance to take the fight to the First Order, try and keep an eye out for these details.

The Star Wars Datapad has half the story!

Alright, so telling you to look at your phone contradicts, like

AllEars.Net • 9th January 2021

Four Walt Disney World Restaurants We Can’t WAIT to Eat at in 2021.

So, let’s be honest: a lot of us aren’t eating out right now, and recent events have delayed many of the ongoing projects at Walt Disney World. However, now that a new year is upon us, it’s time to look toward the delicious, delicious future.

Four new restaurants are opening in the World in 2021 — some a little late, but all promising to be delicious. Let’s take a look at what to expect in the new year!

In space, no one can hear you chew.

This ambitious theme restaurant was originally set to

AllEars.Net • 21st December 2020

By Boat, by Land, by Sky — Here’s How YOU Ranked the Ways to Get to the Disney Parks

Roads? Where we’re going, we don’t need roads… because there’s abundant public transportation!

But which of the many forms of public transportation at Disney is the best?

Here are your ratings for the top forms of transportation at Walt Disney World!

No other form of free Disney Transportation services the entire resort like the Bus Lines.

In fact, our readers have very little bad to say about Disney’s bus service, netting it a respectable 8/10. Guests love the ubiquitous buses as well as ho

AllEars.Net • 5th December 2020

These Eight Recipes from Disney’s Hollywood Studios Will Bring Disney World To YOU!

When you’re preparing to cook for the holidays, you might consult family recipes passed down for generations, rely on classic cookbooks, or print out recipes from popular TV chefs. But what if you infused your menu with a little Disney magic?

These recipes from Disney’s Hollywood Studios are sure to take your taste buds on vacation, even if you’re only getting together on Zoom!

All of our recipes are sourced from real Disney restaurants; no copycats or approximations here! However, keep in min

AllEars.Net • 27th November 2020

The Best Ride at Each Walt Disney World Park (According to YOU)

Walt Disney World is crammed full of rides, from the humble Prince Charming Carrousel to the technical spectacle that is Rise of the Resistance. It’s hard to pick a favorite!

That’s why we’ve turned to you, our readers, for guidance! Here are the number one rides in each park, as chosen by you!

As always, these ratings are influenced by AllEars readers and are entirely dependent on the rankings during writing. If you disagree with any of these ratings, then go and make your voice heard in our

AllEars.Net • 18th November 2020

The Best and Worst Quick Service Restaurants at Walt Disney World, According to You!

When you’re hungry and in a hurry, Disney’s Quick Service options are the way to go. They’re fast, they’re delicious, and they’re almost always nearby when you need that midday pick-me-up.

But like with all dining establishments, there are winners and losers.

Here are the best (and worst) Quick Service locations in each park, as chosen by AllEars readers!

Some quick notes before we begin. First, we’re defining “Quick Service” as being a location that takes the Quick Service dining credit off

AllEars.Net • 11th November 2020

The Ultimate Marvel Fan Gift Guide

Holiday shopping is an Avengers-level threat even in the best of times. Rather than strapping on your Iron Man armor and braving the mall this Black Friday, why not rely on your sidekicks at AllEars?

We’ve picked out some top tier Marvel gifts for every hero in your life.

Here our top picks for this season!

This sequel to the surprise PS4 hit lets players step into the (very stylish) shoes of Miles Morales; the second Spider-Man. Miles is a very different character than Peter Parker, with his

AllEars.Net • 3rd November 2020

The Ultimate Star Wars Fan Gift Guide

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It’s beginning to look a lot like Life Day, which means there’s only so many galactic cycles left before the annual gift exchange! Every store in Coruscant is going to be filled with busy shoppers soon, so the wise padawan knows to get their shopping done fast!

If you’ve got a Star Wars fanatic in your life, we’ve got the perfect gift. Read on to find recommendatio

AllEars.Net • 31st October 2020

The Worst Spot To Dine at Each Disney World Park

Walt Disney World has some amazing dining locations, but not every restaurant can be a winner. For every world-renowned restaurant, there are some that are…not so renowned.

AllEars readers have reviewed nearly every restaurant at the resort, and we’ve rounded up the worst dining location at every Disney World park, according to you.

Let’s see which restaurants have won this questionable prize.

A quick disclaimer: These rankings are based entirely on reader reviews. We know some of you will di

AllEars.Net • 24th October 2020

Seven Tips You Need to Remember When Planning Your Universal Vacation

Disney vacations are notorious for being hard to plan, so you might be tempted to think that a Universal Orlando vacation is a walk in the park. It’s smaller, everything is in walking distance, you don’t need to worry about booking your visit in advance. Piece of cake, right?

Still, just because Universal has a reputation as Disney World’s fun, relaxed competitor doesn’t mean there aren’t things to look out for.

Here are seven things you definitely want to consider when planning your Universal

AllEars.Net • 1st April 2020

Terra Incognita: The Unbuilt Lands of Disney World

Walt Disney World is the largest and most ambitious Disney theme park on Earth, and is filled with fantastic lands you can’t find anywhere else. From Morocco to Pandora, there’s no shortage of amazing scenery in the place where dreams come true.

But not every land dreamed up by Imagineering has come to fruition. Today, we’ll take a fantastic journey into the lost kingdoms of Disney World… the lands that, for one reason or another, never came to be.

It’s hard to believe, but when the Magic King

AllEars.Net • 16th March 2020

Flattening The Curve: Why Disney is Closing Everything For the Coronavirus

The current wave of closures at the Disney Parks and Resorts is unprecedented. Never have we seen closures this long-lasting or far-reaching.

But, why is Disney (as well as many other organizations) taking such extreme measures? The answer lies in what epidemiologists call flattening the curve.

The concept was best illustrated by Max Roser of Our World in Data, an economist and statistician focused on using data to study health. He published this graph illustrating the projected path of the ou

AllEars.Net • 24th February 2020

The New ABC Mug Collection at Disney World is Simply M-A-G-I-C-A-L!

Good morning class! Today’s lesson is all about the alphabet! Now, we know that you can’t focus without a cup of coffee, but don’t worry… we can multitask!

The new ABCDisney Collection at Walt Disney World is filled with coffee mugs, trinket boxes, and other adorable designs inspired by the resorts. So follow along as we take a tour through the wonderful world of letters!

A is for Adventureland, a frontier for the bold!

B is for Big Thunder Mountain, where mines are filled with gold!

C is fo

AllEars.Net • 18th February 2020

Eight Things You Probably Didn't Know About Pirates of the Caribbean!

AHOY Mateys! Yer cap’n is here with a tale that ain’t about that diabolical wench Redd. No, today, we be havin’ a history lesson about me favorite ride in th’ whole park: Pirates of the Caribbean!

I’ve sailed th’ seas of the Caribbean nigh on a thousand times, but its waters hold a lot o’ secrets… Lemme open up th’ doors to Davy Jones’s Locker to share just a few o’ them.

It was originally intended to be a wax museum.

Cap’n Walt wanted a pirate-themed attraction, but plans fer the voyage were

AllEars.Net • 16th February 2020

Are Trackless Ride Systems the Future of the Disney Parks?

Look at the latest releases at Walt Disney World, and you’ll notice a trend: Rise of the Resistance, Runaway Railway, Ratatouille. That’s right; they all start with R.

But aside from that, they all also use trackless ride systems. But what is a trackless ride system, exactly, and why is it important?

On its surface, a trackless ride system seems pretty self explanatory; it’s any ride that doesn’t involve some sort of track. Now, obviously, there are many, many Disney rides that don’t use a lit

AllEars.Net • 1st February 2020

Boarding Group Breakdown: Data and Statistics for Rise of the Resistance at Disney's Hollywood Studios

We’ve already explained how to get a boarding group for Rise of the Resistance at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, the biggest and most innovative ride in Disney history. But what does the data look like around boarding groups? How are they working in reality?

Fortunately, the geniuses at Thrill-data.com have been dutifully gathering statistics about Rise of the Resistance boarding groups and wait times, and we’re here to break them down into easily digestible chunks. Find out when to expect to boar

AllEars.Net • 28th January 2020

Opinion: Why the Sequel Era is the Perfect Place to put Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge

Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge is a moment frozen in time. No matter when you visit, it will always be a specific period in the Star Wars timeline, between The Last Jedi and The Rise of Skywalker.

But… why? Why that specific time period, instead of the Original trilogy? The answer is more complicated than you might realize.

So let’s just get this out of the way. There are a lot of Star Wars fans who hate the new trilogy. This isn’t surprising. If there’s one thing Star Wars fans hate more than anyth

AllEars.Net • 26th January 2020

Here's How to Plan your Day at Disney's Hollywood Studios With the FastPass Tier Change!

Disney’s Hollywood Studios may not have the same density of attractions as Magic Kingdom, but it’s still probably one of the most complicated parks to plan your day for. Between Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, Toy Story Land, and a variety of shows and experiences, it can be pretty overwhelming to figure out how to maximize your day at the park.

Fortunately, thanks to recent changes to the FastPass System (as well as the addition of FastPass for Millennium Falcon: Smuggler’s Run!), it’s way easier to

AllEars.Net • 21st January 2020

Rise Up: How the Virtual Queue Works, and How to Secure Your Spot on Disney's Rise of the Resistance!

Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance is the biggest ride in Disney history, but it’s a little complicated to get on board. Every day, hundreds, if not thousands, of potential Resistance fighters arrive at Hollywood Studios and Disneyland, only to come face to face with that dreaded sandwich board…

If you have just one day for your Disney vacation, how can you ensure a spot on that Star Destroyer? Our guide will show you how.

While Rise of the Resistance technically has a queue like any other ride

AllEars.Net • 21st January 2020

What is Lunar New Year? Understanding the Disneyland Celebrations!

If you’ve been to Disneyland or Disney World recently, you’ve probably noticed merchandise and decor celebrating the Lunar New Year! Lanterns, red envelopes, and more!

But what exactly is Lunar New Year? The best way to answer that question is to ask someone who celebrates! But, failing that, this guide will help you figure out some of the basics behind the celebration.

Many of our western readers will known the Lunar New Year as “Chinese New Year” to distinguish it from similar festivals arou

AllEars.Net • 13th January 2020

Disneyland's "it's a small world" Closed for a Quick Decor Change... But What if it Wasn't So Simple?

Short refurbishments after the holidays are old hat at Disneyland Park, where one of the most beloved overlays — on ‘it’s a small world’ — will be coming down for a few days, causing the ride to close temporarily.

The attraction, which delights guests with that titular little earworm, will be closed until Saturday, January 18, to restore it to its everyday glory. Bye for real, holiday season.

That’s it. That’s the news. It’s closed for a few days. But wouldn’t it be more fun if things took a m

AllEars.Net • 4th January 2020

WestCOT: The Disney Park That Never Was.

In 2001, Disneyland Resort in California opened it’s long awaited second gate: Disney California Adventure. But this controversial and oft-maligned theme park was not what was originally intended to accompany the original Magic Kingdom.

Let me spin you a tale about what could have been… a place that dared to dream of tomorrow, yet was doomed to be just a minor chapter in Disney’s past. Let me tell you the tale of WestCOT.

Epcot is widely regarded to be one of the best Disney theme parks, and c

AllEars.Net • 30th December 2019

Have You Found These Easter Eggs in Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge?

Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge is full of surprises and references to the films, but there are some secrets not even a hardcore Star Wars fan would notice!

Here are some lesser known Easter Eggs to look out for on your next trip.

Oh — and spoiler alerts, in case you’re trying to keep Black Spire Outpost a surprise for your first visit!

Every Disney Park has one, even if Mickey Mouse doesn’t technically exist in a galaxy far, far away. The next time you’re riding Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run, lo

AllEars.Net • 26th December 2019

Disney Made a Huge Land Purchase Near Magic Kingdom. What Could it Mean?

Walt Disney World is already unfathomably huge… but what if it were bigger? About 235 acres bigger?

Well, Disney has just made its second big real estate purchase of the year, which means it’s time to speculate wildly about what they’re going to do with it!

The new land purchase, done through Disney subsidiary Compass Rose Corp, includes 235 acres of land to the west of the Magic Kingdom near Lake Reedy.

The question is, what are they planning to do with it?

Recently, Disney’s main rival in