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Tokyo Disney Resort to Offer Lottery for Annual Pass Admissions
Tokyo Disney Resort reopened on July 1 after being closed since February 29. Today, the Resort released information on how Annual Passport Holders will be able to access Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea. Tokyo Disney Resort announced that a Park Admission Lottery will be available through October 2020 for guests holding Annual Passports with expiration…
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Tokyo Disney Resort Announces New Nighttime Spectacular for DisneySea’s 20th Anniversary
Tokyo Disney Resort has announced a new nighttime spectacular coming to DisneySea. This show will be entitled Believe! Sea of Dreams and will arrive at Tokyo DisneySea during the 2021 fiscal year (April 1, 2021 – March 31, 2022). This will commemorate the 20th anniversary of the grand opening of Tokyo DisneySea. According to a…
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Fried Pickles from Carnation Café – GEEK EATS Disney Recipe
One of the best treats on Main Street, USA at Disneyland is the Fried Pickles that are served at Carnation Café. These were introduced to the menu at Carnation Cafe in 2012 and was an instant favorite. Over the weekend, the Disney Parks Blog shared a recipe for the Fried Pickles and also their house-made…
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Walt Disney World Resort Defines Mask Policy While Eating and Drinking
With the reopening of the Walt Disney World Resort parks, there have been some clarifications that have needed to make in regards to some of the policies. The main one has revolved around the wearing of masks and when it is ok to let them down. There are spaces that are specifically designated to give…
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Virtual Birthday – DISNEY Reporter
Welcome to another edition of the DISNEY Reporter. This week’s edition is much different than originally expected. Normally, this week would be dedicated to everything that happened at the Disneyland Resort. In fact, this week’s edition probably would have gone out late due to the opening of Avengers Campus at Disney California Adventure. However, those…
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The Walt Disney Family Museum presents it’s a small world: A Virtual Community Art Exhibition
“There is just one moon and one golden sun, And a smile means friendship to everyone. Though the mountains divide and the oceans are wide, it’s a small world after all.” San Francisco, July 17, 2020—The Walt Disney Family Museum is excited to announce that it is accepting submissions for its next virtual community…
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Walt Disney World Confirms Closure of Attractions at Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom
As Walt Disney World Resort resumes operation, there has been uncertainty about what would come next. While the closure of attractions has not been certain, many fans have wondered about what may be next for Walt Disney World. This morning, it was confirmed that Primeval Whirl, Stitch’s Great Escape, and Rivers of Light will not…
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Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Names Jill Estorino President and Managing Director of Disney Parks International
Jill Estorino will become president and managing director for Disney Parks International, effective immediately. In her new role, the 29-year Disney veteran will be responsible for overseeing the company’s parks and resorts international operations and development, including Hong Kong Disneyland, Tokyo Disney Resort with the Oriental Land Company, Shanghai Disney Resort and Disneyland Paris. “Jill…
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EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios Reopen at Walt Disney World Resort
EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios are now open again at the Walt Disney World Resort. These two parks joined Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Animal Kingdom as part of Walt Disney World Resort’s phased reopening. With the reopening came a change of the way people waited in line (social distancing), saw Disney characters (from a distance),…
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President and Managing Director, Disney Parks International Michael Colglazier Leaving Disney for Virgin Galactic
Michael Colglazier is leaving The Walt Disney Company. He has held many roles at Disney including being a member of the corporate strategy group, the president of Disneyland, and also led Disney’s parks in the Asia Pacific region. In his most recent role as President and Managing Director, Disney Parks International Colglazier oversaw the operations…
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Walt Disney World Resort Adds Extra Availability For Annual Passholders With Disney Park Pass System
Walt Disney World has added extra opportunities for Annual Passholders to visit its parks. On Tuesday it was announced that extra availability was added to the Disney Park Pass System for Walt Disney World Resort Annual Passholders. The information was shared by Disney that shared about the opening up of additional availability. Here is what…
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To Disney or Not to Disney? – GEEKS CORNER – Episode 1041 (#512)
Welcome to another episode of GEEKS CORNER! This week, it’s all about the question of to Disney or not to Disney? This comes as Disney is opening some places around the world and other places are closing. The show begins with a discussion about the reopening of Downtown Disney District and how safe it feels.…
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Walt Disney World Resort Suspends Cultural Representative Program Indefinitely
The Walt Disney World Resort has suspended its cultural representative program indefinitely. Along with the suspension of the program, Disney also has revoked offers of employment for those who were approved to be a part of 2020 and 2021. Disney fans may recognize this program when they visit EPCOT’s World Showcase. Generally, Cast Members at…
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An In-Depth Look at What is at World of Disney at the Downtown Disney District
This last weekend the Downtown Disney District reopened to the public as part of the Disneyland Resort’s phased reopening. Currently, it is the only part of the phased reopening that is happening while the rest is on hold. With the reopening of Downtown Disney District came the reopening of many of its shops and restaurants.…
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Welcome Back – DISNEY Reporter
Welcome to the DISNEY Reporter! After a brief hiatus for holidays and birthdays, we return with the weekly highlights of Disney and geek news. There is a LOT to cover this week. However, we narrow it down as much as we possibly. First off, there have been quite a few reopenings since our last report.…
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Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Animal Kingdom Reopen at Walt Disney World Resort
Disney Parks continue phased reopenings around the world. Today at Walt Disney World Resort, the Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Animal Kingdom reopened. Thousands of guests streamed into the parks and enjoyed experienced the magic again. As part of the phased reopening protocols, temperatures were taken before guests were allowed to enter the parks, and face…
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Jodi Benson Invites Fans to be Part of Her World during Walt Disney Family Museum Event
The Little Mermaid was the first movie I ever saw in theaters as a toddler. I grew up loving Ariel and was the epitome of a “Little Mermaid” kid. Shirts, cups, bed sheets, toys, you name it; I was Ariel obsessed. Into my adulthood, The Little Mermaid remained my favorite Disney movie, and still is.…
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Tokyo Disney Resort Cancels and Postpones Events and Programs
The Tokyo Disney Resort has announced multiple cancelations of events and programs along postponing others. The update was put on the Tokyo Disney Resort website and shows how most events will be canceled well into 2021 at both Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea. This includes the New Year’s Eve celebration, Halloween, and Christmas celebrations as…
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The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort Reopening at End of July
The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort has announced that it will be reopening to guests on July 29th. The reopening will come just weeks after the parks reopening at Walt Disney World Resort. “With the Disney parks reopening, we are thrilled to open our doors again,” said the hotel’s new area general manager, Sean…
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Where to Find Disney Characters Around Walt Disney World Resort When it Reopens
Disney characters bring an extra level of magic to the Disney Parks. With the reopening of Walt Disney World Resort, the traditional character meet and greet experience will not be available to help promote social distancing. Throughout Walt Disney World Resort, there will be character experiences for guests that offer a unique way to see…
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Downtown Disney Reopens With New Health and Safety Measures
Downtown Disney District officially reopened today with many shops and select dining locations open. Cars were backed up on Disneyland Drive hours before the Simba Parking Lot opened. The Simba Parking Lot is located near the Paradise Pier Hotel at Disneyland Drive and Katella Avenue. There is currently no charge for parking. They were not…
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Magic Kingdom Shares Disney Magic with Cavalcades and Character Viewpoints
With the reopening of Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Animal Kingdom just a few days away, Walt Disney World Resort is currently offering various previews to first Cast Members and then Annual Passholders. With these previews, guests are getting a look at just what a socially distant and Walt Disney World Resort looks like as every…
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Here’s is What is Reopening with Downtown Disney District at the Disneyland Resort
On July 9th, the Downtown Disney District begins its phased reopening. This is the first thing to reopen at the Disneyland Resort since it closed in March. Although the Downtown Disney District is reopening, not all of the establishments in it will be reopening at the same time. Here is a list of things that…
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Walt Disney World Resort 2020 Theme Park Ticket Sales and Disney Resort Hotel Bookings Resume July 9
Walt Disney World Resort will welcome its first guests back to the theme parks starting July 11 as Magic Kingdom Park and Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park reopen. EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios will reopen on July 15. Disney Cast Members continue to prepare for these openings in a measured and deliberate way while implementing…