Category: Walt Disney World Resort
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Share Your Disney Vacation Knowledge: Apply to Become a 2022 planDisney Panelist
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Aug. 31, 2021) – Disney Parks, Experiences and Products is looking for experienced Disney Parks guests to apply for a chance to become a 2022 planDisney Panelist. planDisney is an online question-and-answer forum for planning Disney vacations. For more than 13 years, thousands of hopeful candidates apply annually to become part…
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Walt Disney World Resort Unveils New Annual Pass Program
Walt Disney World has unveiled its new annual pass program. This comes ahead of its 50th-Anniversary celebration that starts on October 1, 2021. The new passes will be available starting on September 8. With this new system, there are four tiers that will be available to Florida residents. This new system is similar to the…
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Disney’s Animal Kingdom’s Newest Western Lowland Gorilla Name Revealed
One of the most magical things at Walt Disney World Resort is the magic of the new life that comes through the animals at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Last month, a new baby western lowland gorilla was born at the park. This young one was born to parents Azizi and Gino. In the weeks since birth,…
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The Most Magical Story on Earth: 50 Years of Walt Disney World to Broadcast on ABC on October 1
As Walt Disney World Resort kicks off its 50th-Anniversary on October 1st for guests visiting the Resort in Florida, there will also be a celebration on ABC. Disney has announced The Most Magical Story on Earth: 50 Years of Walt Disney World will be broadcast on Friday, October 1st from 8-10 p.m. ET. The program…
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Menu Revealed for EPCOT’s La Crêperie de Paris
On October 1, 2021 La Crêperie de Paris will open at the France pavilion at EPCOT. This opening will coincide with Walt Disney World Resort’s 50th-Anniversary celebration kickoff. La Crêperie de Paris is a traditional crêperie that has a menu that is inspired by the Brittany region of France. This establishment is a table and…
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Imagineer Zach Riddley Shares New Look at EPCOT’s Reimagined Club Cool
Club Cool will soon be back at EPCOT. Imagineers are hard at work on this new version of this beloved experience. When it is completed, guests will again be able to experience different Coca-Cola flavors from around the world, including the legendary Beverly. This morning, Imagineer Zach Riddley shared a new look on Instagram at…
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Walt Disney World Unions Reach Agreement with Disney on Cast Member Vaccinations
Walt Disney World Resort and unions have reached an agreement where the Resort’s cast members will be vaccinated. The Service Trade Council Union and Walt Disney World’s agreement requires cast members to be able to show proof of vaccination by October 22, 2021. The Service Trade Council Union is made up of six unions representing…
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Disney Provides Updates on The Princess and the Frog Attraction
Since last year’s announcement that Splash Mountain will be updated to become an attraction based on The Princess and the Frog, fans have been wondering what exactly that will be like. Today, Disney shared an update on the process, the inspiration, and the progress being made on this attraction. Part of the process is going…
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Bret Iwan, Voice of Mickey Mouse, Debuts New Mickey Merchandise
Bret Iwan, the voice of Mickey Mouse, is doing more than just lending his voice to Mickey. He also now has designed a line of merchandise that inspired by the world’s most famous mouse. As a part of the Disney Artist Series collections, Bret’s designs can currently be found at Disneyland and Walt Disney World.…
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Boma, Buffets, and More Dining Experiences Arrive at Walt Disney World
It is a good time to be a foodie and visit Walt Disney World Resort. Some favorite foodie experiences have returned and some new ones have arrived this week that are sure to delight! First off, Boma – Flavors of Africa is again open at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge. Cooking stations are again back at…
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Walt Disney World Resort Announces New Restaurant Coming to Disney’s Contemporary Resort
A new restaurant is coming to Disney’s Contemporary Resort. The new establishment, Steakhouse 71, will be opening just off the main lobby. The new restaurant will be casual-themed with its name coming from the year that Walt Disney World Resort opened. This dining location appears to be replacing what was formerly The Wave. The announcement…
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More Details Revealed About Walt Disney World’s Disney Enchantment Fireworks Spectacular Ahead of 50th Anniversary Arrival
More details continue to be released about the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World Resort. This week, Disney revealed more about what Disney Enchantment will be like. This fireworks spectacular will light up the skies above Magic Kingdom and also utilize projections on not just the castle, but also Main Street throughout the course of…
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Disney Celebrating World Princess Week Next Week
The first ever World Princess week will be celebrated next week by Disney. At Disney Parks around the globe, there will be different celebrations happening. The celebration will include unique offerings in the parks, digital content from Disney, merchandise, and more! Here is a look at what has been announced so far for this celebration:…
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Disney Gives Behind the Scenes Look at the Creation of the Disney Fab 50 Character Collection
Over the last few weeks as Walt Disney World ramps up for its 50th anniversary celebration, different characters have been unveiled to be a part of the Disney Fab 50 Character Collection. These characters come from all reaches of The Walt Disney Company and have included the original Mickey Mouse himself, Figment, R2D2, and more!…
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Disney Genie Service Introduced for Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resorts
Disney has introduced a new service that will be replacing the former Fastpass, Fastpass+, and Maxpass at its domestic Disney Parks. Disney Genie Service, or simply Disney Genie, is a new service that will help guests get the most out of their day at Disney. The service itself is free but there are additions that…
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Tickets to Go on Sale for Drawn to Life on August 20 Ahead of November Opening at Walt Disney World Resort!
New Cirque du Soleil production is scheduled to open November 18, 2021 Tickets on sale August 20! LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (August 17, 2021) – After more than a year of waiting, Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group and Disney Parks, Experiences and Products are excited to announce that Drawn to Life is scheduled to open on Nov. 18. The highly…
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Disney Expands Adaptive Costumes and Wheelchair Cover Sets, Unveils Full 2021 Halloween Lineup
Adaptive Line Includes Products from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars and Beyond GLENDALE, Calif., Aug. 16, 2021 – Today, Disney added all new Adaptive Roleplay kid’s costumes and wheelchair cover sets to the previously available assortment that launched last year. In addition to adaptive costumes inspired by Disney Princess and Pixar characters that were created in…
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Disney Reveals Halloween Merchandise Coming to Disneyland, Walt Disney World, and shopDisney.com
Halloween is almost upon us and ahead of this spooktacular holiday, Disney has revealed Halloween-themed merchandise for guests to purchase at Disneyland, Walt Disney World, and also shopDisney.com. Some of the merchandise is available already, others will be coming soon! Check it all out below! Get into the Halloween spirit with Mickey and Minnie mouse…
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Event Dates, Prices, Fireworks, Parade, and Other Offerings Announced for Disney Very Merriest After Hours at Magic Kingdom!
Disney has released details about the upcoming Disney Very Merriest After Hours that will be coming to Magic Kingdom this holiday season. This includes details about dates, pricing, entertainment, and more! This after hours celebration also happens to take place while Walt Disney World is also celebrating its 50th Anniversary! It will run on select…
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Harmonious Ensemble Brings Wide Range of Artists Together From Around the Globe
Harmonious will be opening at EPCOT on October 1st as part of Walt Disney World Resort’s 50th Anniversary celebration. To bring this musical and magical show to life, a global ensemble was pulled together to help celebrate “the music of Disney and its ability to unite us all, bridging cultures and generations to unlock the…
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EPCOT’s Space 220 to Begin Offering Out of This World Dining in September
Space 220, the out-of-this-world restaurant that is coming to EPCOT, will be opening in mid-September. The restaurant is located next to Mission: SPACE and will take “fine dining to a whole new level,” the Disney Parks Blog shared this morning. Quite literally. Guests will enter and check into a lounge from Future World first. They…
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The Magic is Calling You Anthem to Unite All of Walt Disney World for 50th Anniversary Celebration
Disney has released a video looking behind the scenes at the recording of The Magic is Calling You, the anthem for the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World. As a part of The World’s Most Magical Celebration, The Magic is Calling You will be heard throughout Walt Disney World Resort in many different settings. Platinum-selling…
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D23 Offers Special Event Preview of Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure at EPCOT for Gold Members
D23 Gold Members will soon have the opportunity to preview Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure at EPCOT nearly a month before it officially opens on October 1. This special event will allow D23 Gold Members to not only preview the attraction but also learn about the history of its development and also experience the new expansion area…
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Check Out the Walt Disney World Resort’s 2021 Halloween Treats!
Halloween is a great time to visit Walt Disney World Resort. It is an even greater time to enjoy some sweet treats at Walt Disney World Resort. There are so many different treats to enjoy throughout Walt Disney World Resort to enjoy during this spooktacular time of year. Check out the plethora of options to…