Tag: EPCOT
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Thoughts on the Pros and Cons of Walt Disney World Resort After a Phased Reopening Visit
At the end of last month, Murray and I flew out to Florida for a week at Walt Disney World Resort. The trip was fairly last minute in nailing down details and actually deciding to go. This is mainly due to the uncertainty of the time in which we live. Just a couple of weeks…
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The Great EPCOT Challenge – Traveling to Florida
On Friday September 18, 2020 Murray and I (Mr. DAPs) flew to Florida to spend a week at Walt Disney World Resort. Generally, this is the time of year I would visit Florida. This year has definitely been a bit different. However, weighing the numbers, the risks, and consulting with some others I know who…
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VIDEO: Trailer Released for Magic of Disney’s Animal Kingdom Ahead of Arrival on Disney+
Magic of Disney’s Animal Kingdom arrives on Disney+ on Friday, September 25th. Ahead of its arrival, Disney has released a trailer for this series that was produced by National Geographic. Josh Gad narrates the series as it takes a look behind the scenes of the different animal exhibits at both Disney’s Animal Kingdom and EPCOT.…
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Holiday Season at Walt Disney World to Begin November 6
Everyone loves the holidays, and Walt Disney World has an update on the festive fun coming this season. This year, it is clear that the holiday season will be a little different at Disney Parks. Walt Disney World has learned from their experiences since reopening in July and are ready to make magic in a…
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All You Need to Know About Current Trips to Walt Disney World And More! – DAPS MAGIC Live!
With the impact of coronavirus, it is a very interesting time to be a Disney Parks fan. There are lots of questions swirling around during this unprecedented time. Is it safe to go? What are the risks? Are the parks any fun during this time of phased reopening? Does the reservation system work? Do people…
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Mac & Cheese from the 2020 Taste of EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival – GEEK EATS Disney Recipe
The 2020 Taste of EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival is in full force at Walt Disney World Resort now. This is a delicious event with many different dishes for guests to devour. Throughout the course of this festival, guests can experience food from six different continents! One popular dish is a gourmet Mac &…
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More Florida More Disney+ – DISNEY Reporter
Welcome to another weekly edition of DISNEY Reporter! Each week we share the top Disney and geek headlines from the previous week. This week, there is a lot of news surrounding Walt Disney World Resort and also Disney+. At Walt Disney World resort there are new pylons in front of Spaceship Earth at EPCOT that…
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With Shorter Hours Coming, Disney Adjusts EPCOT After 4 Passes
On September 8, 2020, the Walt Disney World Resort will be shortening the operating hours for its parks. Because of this, EPCOT will be closing two hours earlier than it currently is and the EPCOT After 4 pass will no longer seem like quite as good of a deal. Today Disney confirmed to the Orlando…
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Possibility Magic – GEEKS CORNER – Episode 1045 (#516)
Welcome to another episode of GEEKS CORNER! This week’s show is a lot of fun as Mr. DAPs, Caitie, and Jenny geek out to all that is going on around the Disney and geek communities. Thinks start off with the geeks talking about Murray’s trip to Florida where he is visiting Universal Orlando and Walt…
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First Look at EPCOT Main Entrance Fountain Pylons Revealed!
This morning Imagineer Zach Riddley gave a first look at the found pylons for the entrance of EPCOT that were just installed. In a post on Instagram, Riddley said, “I’m excited to share a first look at the pylons we installed last night as we continue to reimagine the EPCOT main entrance fountain, which has…
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Enjoy Ratatouille: The Adventure at Walt Disney Studios Park in Disneyland Paris From the Comfort of Your Own Home
Disney continues to offer more #DisneyMagicMoments for guests to experience a little Disney magic from the comfort of their own home. The newest release is a ride and learn video of Ratatouille: The Adventure at Walt Disney Studios at Disneyland Paris. This attraction shrinks guests down to the size of a rat and then takes…
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Happy Birthday, Disneyland – GEEKS CORNER – Episode 1042 (#513)
This week on GEEKS CORNER, the geeks celebrate Disneyland’s 65th Birthday and talk about the celebration over the weekend. As things continue to reopen, face masks are showing up in more places. But are they showing up enough? The geeks talk about their experiences at Downtown Disney and other places with mask compliance. Over at…
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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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EPCOT World Celebration Festival Center May Not Be What Initially Was Expected
On Wednesday with the reopening of EPCOT, a few changes were noticed in the preview center. There was no longer any reference to Spaceship Earth or the new Mary Poppins attraction. Within hours, Disney confirmed that both were no longer currently moving forward currently. As the day moved on though, it was discovered that these…
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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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Development Postponed on EPCOT’s Spaceship Earth and Mary Poppins Attraction
Last year at the D23 Expo a lot of changes were announced for EPCOT. Spaceship Earth would be undergoing a refurbishment and the United Kingdom Pavilion would be getting a Mary Poppins attraction. Today, Disney confirmed that both of these projects have been postponed. As guests returned to EPCOT today with its phased reopening, they…
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Foodie Guide to the Taste of EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival
It’s time to sip, savor, and stroll across six continents at the Taste of EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival! This festival celebrates the best in global food and drink and is the longest festival ever. This year’s Festival will be understandably different from what it has been in the past. What has not changed…
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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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Walt Disney World Resort Cast Members Get Health and Safety Training as They Return to Work
With just over a week until Walt Disney World Resort parks begin reopening, Cast Members have begun to return to work. Part of the process of returning for Cast Members includes training on the health and safety protocols now in place due to COVID-19. As Cast Members return, they go through a day of health…
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Disney Hits Pause on Spaceship Earth Refurbishment
Disney has officially hit “pause” on the refurbishment of Spaceship Earth. In a recent post on the Disney Parks Blog, Disney announced that when EPCOT reopens on July 15th, Spaceship Earth will be available for guests to enjoy. This comes after the parks had to close due to the coronavirus. Originally, it had been announced…
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Here’s What Will Be Open and Closed When the Parks Reopen at Walt Disney World Resort
With the reopening of Walt Disney World Resort coming on July 11th, many people have wondered what exactly will be open and closed. Today, Disney has revealed what entertainment and attractions will be available when the parks reopen and what won’t. Things will definitely be a bit different when guests return to Magic Kingdom and…