PHOTO REPORT: EPCOT, Disney Springs and Hollywood Studios 1/4/2025 (Park Pass War, Not-So-Single Rider and Honest Review of NYE at Hollywood Studios)

Nana T.

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Collage of theme park scenes: crowd at night, geodesic sphere with fountain, iconic tower under blue sky, and crab plush toys on a wall display.

PHOTO REPORT: EPCOT, Disney Springs and Hollywood Studios 1/4/2025 (Park Pass War, Not-So-Single Rider and Honest Review of NYE at Hollywood Studios)

HAPPY NEW YEAR! This is the first Nana’s Disney Princess Diary of 2025. I hope everybody had a FANTASTIC holiday! Where was I? I was at Hollywood Studios for New Year’s Eve and will discuss it after today’s recap. So please don’t miss it! Buckle up and pull your yellow tab! and let’s go.

Just Tapping in Here, Again

Today was the first weekend that Pirate and Sorcerer passes are not blocked… Do you know what that means? NO PARK PASS AVAILABLE again.

The calendar interface displays January 2025, with selected dates marked by green dots. Options for navigation and viewing policies are conveniently located at the bottom, perfect for planning visits to nearby attractions like EPCOT or Disney Springs.

I had my Hollywood Studios pass since last week (I barely got it…) but last night, I needed to change my pass to EPCOT. But OBVIOUSLY, there is no park pass… So I had to go to Hollywood Studios to just tap in and out.

A tall, rocket-shaped building labeled "Crossroads of the World" stands against a clear blue sky, evoking the enchanting atmosphere of Hollywood Studios, surrounded by people and palm trees.

I said the same thing when I had to do this last time: this does not make sense. Why can’t they change to a “one-day park pass” that is good for any park? Anyhow, I tapped in and walked back to my car.

The Experimental Prototype Community of Tomorrow

Cars approaching the entrance toll booths at EPCOT on a clear day create a lively scene, as families eagerly anticipate their adventures in the parks nearby.

Am I the only one who is missing the old EPCOT parking sign? This one is so generic and not so expensive.

How many guests who had at AP Tap Point today?

People entering a theme park, with a passholder entrance sign and a large geodesic sphere in the background, are reminded of the unique experiences that EPCOT offers, setting it apart from attractions like Hollywood Studios or the bustling Disney Springs.

None. Fabulous. (Sorry I’m being Spicy