Author: Caitie Bear
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Brightline Train to Walt Disney World Decision Indefinitely Delayed by Expressway Authorities
Last year, Brightline and Disney announced that there would be a train station coming to Disney Springs. Now, due to pushback from the International Drive tourism strip and the Hunter’s Creek residential community, expressway authorities have indefinitely delayed the decision to allow the Brightline train to run directly to Walt Disney World Resort. The communities…
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“Behind the Attraction” Brings Disney History to the Whole Family
Behind the Attraction brings Disney Parks fun to the whole family, while also teaching viewers a thing or two about Disney history. The series, which will debut 5 episodes on July 21, focuses on the history of some of your favorite attractions while getting insight from individuals from Walt Disney Imagineering. It’s a very fun…
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EPCOT Monorail Returns to Service at Walt Disney World Resort
SInce COVID-19 hit Walt Disney World Resort, many familiar aspects of the parks have remained closed. Today, Disney brought back a familiar favorite when they reopened the EPCOT monorail, which runs between the Ticket and Transportation Center and EPCOT. While Disney has not made any official announcements on the return of this transportation option, fans…
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Character Dining Returning to the Disneyland Resort Later This Month
The Disneyland Resort is taking even more steps to get back all your favorite offerings! This morning, Disney announced that character dining would be returning to Storytellers Cafe on July 22 and at Plaza Inn on August 12! Reservations will open for Storytellers at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa on July 20 and very…
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Holiday Magic Coming to Disney Cruise Line This Winter
We are #HalfwayToTheHolidays and Disney is celebrating big this year! This morning, the Disney Cruise Line revealed their plans for holiday magic that will be setting sail this winter! From early November through December, you will be able to set sail on the Very Merrytime Cruises! When you step aboard the ship, you will be…
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Disney Parks to Bring Holiday Cheer Tomorrow for #HalfwayToTheHolidays
Can you believe that we are #HalfwayToTheHolidays? To celebrate, Disney Parks will be bringing holiday cheer on social media and the Disney Parks Blog as well as sharing upcoming plans for this holiday season! In a tweet today, Walt Disney World shared that they would be taking over Disney Parks Blog for the holiday surprises!…
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Paid Preview for Refurbished Jungle Cruise Coming for D23 Gold Members
Can you believe we just over a week away from the grand reopening of the Jungle Cruise? Next Friday, the classic ride with reimagined scenes will once again be open for guests visiting Disneyland Park to enjoy. The same day, D23 Gold Member will have the opportunity to take part in a paid preview of…
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Disney Announces Halloween Time Returning to the Disneyland Resort in 2021
Halloween is coming back! Many Disney fans had been wondering if Disney would bring back the spooky fun of Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort this year and today we got our answer. This Fall, the Disneyland Resort will resume Halloween festivities, including Haunted Mansion Holiday and Monsters After Dark! Also important to note, Oogie…
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“Avengers: Quantum Encounter” Coming to Newest Disney Cruise Line Ship Next Summer
Avengers, assemble! When Disney Wish makes its debut cruise in Summer 2022, there will be lots to look forward to. At Worlds of Marvel, guests will be able to enjoy what Disney is calling one of its most ambitious dining experiences. Be sure to suit up for “Avengers: Quantum Encounter” on the Disney Wish! This…
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President Loki Coming to Campaign in Avengers Campus at Disneyland Resort
As “Loki” has premiered on Disney+, Disneyland has updated Loki’s costume in Avengers Campus to match the show! Today, the Disney Parks TikTok shared that they have updated his costume once again to match President Loki from episode 5! @disneyparks Would you vote for Loki? Check out Loki’s latest look at Disney #CaliforniaAdventure Park and…
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Disneyland Paris to Resume Sales and Renewals of Annual Passes on July 15
This morning, Disneyland Paris updated their website to announce the continuation of the annual pass program! When COVID-19 hit the world, Disney famously paused the annual pass program around the world. Now that Disneyland Paris is set to resume their sales, we’re getting an idea of what the new program will look like with new…
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California Residents Offered New 3-Day Ticket Deal for Disneyland Resort
This morning, Disney announced great news for California residents. While there are still no active annual passes, there is a new deal for a 3-day ticket that is only available to guests who live in California. The ticket deal, which is available for purchase today, has a 3-day, 1-Park per day ticket for sale at…
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New Grub Coming to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
This month, Disney’s Hollywood Studios has unveiled some new tastes that are sure to impress any guest. Whether you’re looking for hot dogs or out-of-this-world flavors, be sure to check out the new grub in the Walt Disney World Resort! Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Starting today, visitors on Batuu can enjoy new sets of flavors…
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In-Person runDisney Events Returning to Walt Disney World This Year
After more than a year-long pause, runDisney is returning! In-person runDisney races are scheduled to begin again at Walt Disney World Resort in November with an entire season scheduled out through 2022. Let’s take a look at the events that are planned for the 2021-2022 season! Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend powered by…
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Vaccinated Cast Members No Longer Required to Wear Face Coverings Outdoors at Disneyland Resort
Tomorrow, the Disneyland Resort is officially changing their policy to no longer require fully vaccinated cast members to wear masks outdoors. ABC7, whose parent company is The Walt Disney Company, broke the story this morning. In the article, they also noted that physical distancing would be ending for cast member as well. This news follows…
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Nominate your Hometown Hero for a Trip to Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Celebration
This year, Disney wants to celebrate the people in your community that have done the most! Disney has begun the search for #DisneyMagicMakers, people in your community that have made an impact with kindness or generosity. Do you want to nominate your local hometown hero? Disney is giving you the chance to honor them with…
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Cast Members Arrive for Return of the Disney College Program at Walt Disney World
After the Disney College Program was paused last year due to COVID-19, many program participants had been wondering when it would return. This week, Walt Disney World’s newest cast members have officially returned on the property to begin the program once again! Jeff Vahle, president of the Walt Disney World Resort, posted photos of the…
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Disneyland Band Returning to Disneyland Park on Friday, June 18
Music is coming back to the Disneyland Resort! This Friday, June 18, the Disneyland Band is returning to Disneyland Park, according to an Instagram post from Ken Potrock. The post showed the Disneyland Band marching down Main Street, U.S.A. in an after-hours rehearsal. While we didn’t get any video, you can almost feel the magic…
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Disneyland Legacy Pass Discount Extends to July 31
This week, Disneyland gave Legacy Passholders a new treat! The Disneyland Legacy Pass Discount has now been extended until July 31, when the previous end date was set for June 30. This barcode is available on the Disneyland app in your ticket section, where you used to be able to find your annual pass barcode.…
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Fireworks Returning to Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resort this July
Come on everybody get your ears on! It’s time for fireworks to return to Disney Parks! This July, firework spectaculars will be returning to EPCOT and Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Park at the Disneyland Resort. We are so excited for this magical return! In Walt Disney World, you will be…
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Oga’s Cantina to Reopen at Disneyland on June 17
More magic is coming to the Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort! As we move forward and COVID-19 cases lower, Disney has made the decision to open more dining locations in Florida and California parks. Here are a few of the new locations, Oga’s Cantina included, that you’ll be able to visit on your…
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CDC Approves Disney Cruise Line for 2-Night Test Voyage Later this Month
After cruise ships stopped sailing in 2020, guests have been eager to find out when they could set sail once again. This week, we got one step closer! The CDC has approved Disney’s request for a 2-night test voyage for the Disney Dream of the Disney Cruise Line later this month. The test voyage will…
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Avengers Campus to Utilize Standy Queue When Land Reaches Capacity
We are just days away from the opening of Avengers Campus at Disney California Adventure Park! To make your mission at Avengers Campus successful, Disney Parks Blog has put out a guide for the new land, including information about a standby queue for the land when it reaches capacity. Disney has noted that there will…
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Avengers Campus Opening Ceremony to Be Streamed Wednesday, June 2
We are just over a week from Avengers Campus officially opening to guests! This morning, Disney announced that the Avengers Campus opening ceremony would be streamed live on Wednesday, June 2 at 8:15 pm PT. The stream will take place right on the Disney Parks Blog but you can also watch our coverage on the…