Category: Walt Disney World Resort
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D23 Takes a Behind the Scenes Look at New Beauty and the Beast!
DISNEY TWENTY-THREE GOES BEHIND THE SCENES ON THE STUNNING NEW ADAPTATION OF BEAUTY AND THE BEAST BEFORE THE “TALE AS OLD AS TIME” HITS THEATERS THIS MARCH, EMMA WATSON, JOSH GAD, AND ACADEMY AWARD®-WINNING DIRECTOR BILL CONDON TAKE DISNEY TWENTY-THREE BEHIND THE SCENES ON THE ELABORATE, LIVE-ACTION MUSICAL. PLUS, THE EXCLUSIVE 40TH ANNIVERSARY REUNION OF…
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DisneyQuest in Walt Disney World to Close Summer 2017
Disney Parks Blog announced today that DisneyQuest will close this summer to make way for the NBA Experience. The resort had said it would close at some point to make way for the revamped Disney Springs. It was slated to close earlier. Guests will have until July 3rd in 2017 to enjoy the interactive experience.…
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Disney Parks Beauty and the Beast Sneak Peek to Start in February
Disney Parks Blog has announced that a sneak peek of the upcoming Beauty and the Beast live action film will begin in February. The upcoming movie will be “Directed by Oscar® winner Bill Condon based on the 1991 animated film, ‘Beauty and the Beast’ is produced by Mandeville Films’ David Hoberman and Todd Lieberman. Eight-time…
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The Muppets Present Great Moments in History: The Declaration of Independence
The Muppets are back and presenting American history daily in Liberty Square in the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World. They tell the story of the Declaration of Independence in a way that only The Muppets can that is guaranteed to make fans smile. If you haven’t had a chance to see it since they…
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Star Wars Galactic Nights Coming To Walt Disney World
Star Wars will come alive at a special after hours party in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. This extra ticket event will begin with a walk down a red carpet for guests. Throughout the night will be different experiences around the park. An interview with a Rogue One cast member will take place for guests to view.…
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New Tequileria to Open at Epcot
Disney Parks Blog announced a new tequileria to open at the Mexico Pavilion at Epcot this year. Margaritas will be the specialty and will be hand crafted at Choza Tequila. In addition will be items to eat like tacos, chips and guacamole, and empanadas. The eatery will be authentic to Mexico and outside of the…
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Star Wars Constructionland – Top 5 Disney Stories of 2016 – #2
We’re nearing the top Disney story of 2016, and at the second spot is construction for Star Wars Land. Though a long way out before the opening of the themed land, construction started at the beginning of the year…by tearing down of areas of both Disneyland and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. In Walt Disney World, the…
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Take a Glimpse of Pandora – The World of Avatar
A featurette that premiered with the Disney Parks Christmas parade special on Christmas Day showed a behind the scenes look at Pandora – the World of Avatar. James Cameron and Joe Rohde spoke about what it was like to create the land in Animal Kingdom. Disney Parks Blog has put the video on YouTube and offered…
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New Magical Opening for Magic Kingdom in January 2017
Guests visiting the Magic Kingdom will get a new magical opportunity to start their day. Starting on January 9th, guests will be able to enter the Magic Kingdom and experience Main Street, USA before the park officially opens. While waiting for the park to open they will be able to stop by the Main Street…
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International Festival Of The Arts In Epcot In 2017
Epcot is known for some great festivals throughout the year. The Food and Wine and Flower and Garden Festivals have been very popular, and even extended. Now, Epcot introduces the International Festival of the Arts in January of 2017. Disney Parks Blog announced the new event today, which will showcase fine art, the performing arts,…
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Opening Date and Images Revealed For Pandora – World of Avatar
At Destination D and Disney Parks Blog, the opening time was announced for Pandora – The World of Avatar. The area will open in Summer 2017. A bridge that serves as entry way to the new Animal Kingdom land has had scaffolding removed from it. This bridge serves as a story marker as well. It’s…
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New Magic Band 2 Coming To Walt Disney World
Disney Parks Blog and Destination D have announced a new type of Magic Band will be coming to the Walt Disney World Resort in the near future. The new band will work the same way as the old ones, but will have more customization. The same linkable features will still work, like PhotoPass, room keys,…
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New Star Wars Land Image and New Star Tours Destination
Disney Parks Blog has released a new image for the highly anticipated Star Wars Land. The image shows off an aerial view of the land at night, and hints at at the exciting night time surprises that will be coming when this new land opens. The land looks to be a highly detailed, and good sized…
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Three Disney Parks Holiday Specials To Air November And December
Disney Parks Blog has announced three holiday specials in November and December. “The Wonderful World of Disney: Magical Holiday Celebration” will air November 24 at 8 pm EST on ABC. Julianne and Derek Hough will host the two hour special which will take place at Walt Disney World. The special will have musical performances by…
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PizzeRizzo Opening on November 18 at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
A new dining establishment will be opening at Disney’s Hollywood Studios on November 18th that is sure to be a Muppet lover’s favorite! That’s right, PizzeRizzo will be opening in just a few short weeks at the Walt Disney World Resort. This classic family pizzeria is owned by Rizzo and will be serving up entrees with…
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‘Once Upon A Time’ – A New Projection Show At Magic Kingdom To Debut
Disney Parks Blog has announced a new castle projection show to debut November 4. The former projection show, Celebrate the Magic, will end November 3. The new show will take its inspiration from the Tokyo Disneyland show of the same name. In the Magic Kingdom version, Mrs. Potts will be telling Chip bedtime stories in the…
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Disney’s Hollywood Studios to Remove TV Hall of Fame
Disney’s Hollywood Studios has been making way for Star Wars Land and Toy Story Land. With the construction taking place for those two expansions, the rest of the park is getting some care as well. Orlando Sentinel has reported that the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences Hall of Fame will be removed. This attraction…
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Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM! Coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios to Light Up Holiday Nights!
An all new nighttime holiday spectacular is coming to Walt Disney World. Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM! will be arriving during the Holidays at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Santa Claus is missing and two of the world’s favorite elves, Wayne and Larry, will lead this search-and-rescue mission to get “The Big Guy” back to the North Pole in time…
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Walt Disney World Resort Reopening Theme Parks & Disney Springs Saturday after Hurricane Matthew
After closing the Walt Disney World Resort theme parks and Disney Springs for Hurricane Matthew, Disney has announced that all will be reopening on Saturday at 8:00 AM. Disney Springs, the miniature golf courses, ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex, Blizzard Beach and Typhoon Lagoon water parks will all resume during normal operating hours on Saturday. It…
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Walt Disney World to Close Due to Hurricane Matthew
The Walt Disney World Resort has announced that it will be closing its gates due to the arrival of Hurricane Matthew. Guests visiting the official website of Walt Disney World today found an announcement at the top of the page with this news. According to the website, Walt Disney World theme parks, water parks, Disney Springs,…
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Precautions Walt Disney World Is Taking For Hurricane Matthew
According to Orlando Sentinel, tonight’s Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party has been cancelled in anticipation of Hurricane Matthew. Besides the party cancellation, Fort Wilderness is being evacuated as it is a campground vulnerable to the weather. Alternative lodging is being made available for the Polynesian Bungalows guests and Saratoga Springs Treetop Villas guests. It…
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Walt Disney World Offers More Magic to Annual Passholders for 45th Anniversary Celebration
Walt Disney World has officially been sharing magic for 45 years! Part of the celebration of this monumental year includes enhancements to annual passes. Starting on October 2nd, annual passes that are purchased before January 3rd, 2017 will get 13 months of Disney magic instead of the traditional 12. That’s right, Walt Disney World Resort…
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Walt Disney World Celebrates 45 Years of Magic
45 years ago the continuation of Walt Disney’s dream was realized with the opening of Walt Disney World. Walt Disney began to think about a second Disney park in 1959 and quickly realized that most of the population in the United States lived east of the Mississippi but most of Disneyland’s guests came from the…
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Doctor Strange Sneak Peek Coming to Disney Parks in October
Doctor Strange will soon be coming to theaters on November 4th. However, if you want a more in depth look at what the Sorcerer Supreme will be up to you can check out a special sneak peek preview at both Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resort. For fans visiting the Disneyland Resort, the Doctor Strange sneak…