Jim Hill and Lauren Hersey unpack Disney’s latest retail experiment with pop-up stores, explore how movie theaters are turning merch into must-have experiences, and dig into the surprising origins of Disney fandom and collect...

A one-year check-in on Epic Universe versus Disney reveals rising costs, strategic trade-offs, and why your summer 2026 vacation decision is not as simple as it seems.

Len Testa and Chris Cox make their case for (and against) Universal Orlando’s premier on-site hotels, breaking down whether the perks justify the price. From Express Pass math to surprisingly strong guest service, the convers...