Tag: EPCOT
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New Merchandise Exclusive to Annual Passholders Revealed for 2019 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival
The 2019 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival is now offering guests the best that Disney has to offer in terms of food, beverages, and entertainment at the Walt Disney World Resort. This week, some Walt Disney World Annual Passholder (AP) exclusive merchandise was revealed for APs visiting Epcot for this festival. First off, there…
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New Paths for Disney – DISNEY Reporter
Welcome to the DISNEY Reporter! This week, there are a lot of new paths (literally and figuratively) happening around Disney. First off, the new pedestrian path has opened that is connecting the Disneyland Resort parking with Downtown Disney District and that parks. On top of the new path to the parks, some ghosts are making…
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Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Ride Vehicles Revealed by Disney
At the D23 Expo last month, Disney Chairman of Parks, Products and Experiences Bob Chapek revealed the name of the Guardians of the Galaxy attraction that is currently being built at Epcot. He revealed that Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind would be a family-friendly “storytelling coaster.” Its vehicles will rotate 360 degrees and even…
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Epcot International Festival of the Arts Returns in 2020
The Epcot International Festival of the Arts will be returning to the Walt Disney World Resort at the beginning of 2020. Starting on January 17, 2020, and continuing through February 24, 2020, this festival will offer guests the chance to experience art in a truly Disney way. The festival will offer visual, culinary and performing arts…
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3 Magical Days – GEEKS CORNER – Episode 947 (#465)
Welcome to a jam-packed week of GEEKS CORNER! Fresh off the D23 Expo weekend, the geeks discuss some of the highlights from the weekend! This includes discussion and analysis of the Disney+ panel, the Walt Disney Studios panel, and the Disney Parks, Experiences and Products panel. The geeks talk about changes coming to Disneyland and…
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Family-Oriented Changes Coming to Epcot in Walt Disney World in the Next Few Years
When EPCOT Center opened to guests in 1982, it focused on 5 ideals, information, technology, environment, education, and entertainment. This foundation was key to every experience inside this Experimental Community of Tomorrow. This weekend, Bob Chapek announced the changes that would be coming to the beloved park at Walt Disney World. It’s no question that…
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D23 Expo Day Three – Disney Parks and Disney Voices – DISNEY Reporter
The final day of the D23 Expo was a day full of options! As with all the day, there were lots of opportunities to experience different things from The Walt Disney Company. Obviously, there were the main panels to be experienced. But there were also other presentations, games, and experiences happening throughout the Anaheim Convention…
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Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Chairman Bob Chapek Reveals the Next Generation of Storytelling at Disney Parks at the D23 Expo
New details shared on the Avengers Campus coming to both California and Paris, the transformation of Epcot, the expansion of Disney Cruise Line, and uniquely Disney experiences beyond the parks ANAHEIM, Calif. (Aug. 25, 2019) – Today at D23 Expo 2019, Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Chairman Bob Chapek unveiled details on how Disney is…
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Check out the Walt Disney World Resort’s Annual Passholder Offerings For the Fall!
Annual Passholders at the Walt Disney World Resort have a lot to look forward to this fall. Throughout the Resort, there are various benefits to be had for being an Annual Passholder. This is particularly true for those intending to visit the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival. More Than Just Magnets At the Epcot…
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Walt Disney World Annual Passholders Get Special Treats at Epcot with V.I.Passholder Perks
This is definitely the time to be a Walt Disney World annual passholder! With so many fun perks, from Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge to special nights at the resort, you can experience the fun all summer long! This week, Walt Disney World announced that there would be special treats coming to Walt Disney World passholders…
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Last Chance! Catch Special Walt Disney World Resort Experiences this Summer Before Time Runs Out
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (July 22, 2019) – Summer is here, and now, more than ever, is the time to visit Walt Disney World Resort before the clock strikes midnight on limited-time magical moments across all four theme parks. But if fall is the fairest time of all for some, never fear – several recently opened experiences…
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Takumi-Tei Restaurant Now Open at Epcot in Japan Pavilion
There is a new eating experience for guests to visit at Epcot at the Walt Disney World Resort. Takumi-Tei is now accepting guests and giving them a new dining experience at the Japan pavilion. This new restaurant provides an upscale dining experience that gives specialized service that is being billed as exceptional. All of this…
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Shaking Things Up – DISNEY Reporter
Welcome to another edition of the DISNEY Reporter! This week there is a lot of news going on. Things start off with two earthquakes striking near the Disneyland Resort. Also at the Disneyland Resort, Pixar Pals parking structure is now open. In movie news, Aladdin has reached $900 at the global box office making it…
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Mark Your Calendars for the Biggest Panels of the Year at this Summer’s D23 Expo
This summer is sure to be an amazing one for Disney fans! Whether you love Parks and Resorts or live-action films, D23 Expo will be the place to be this August! Mark your calendars now because we are bringing you the dates and times of some of the biggest panels at the convention! Friday, August…
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Smoked Brisket with Chorizo-Cheese Fondu – GEEK EATS Disney Recipe
There are just a few short weeks left for the 2019 Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival. Guests visiting the festival at Epcot can experience incredible flowers and gardens just as one would expect. They can also taste some incredible foods and beverages and listen catch some incredible entertainment. One great location to get food…
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Cast Members from Disney’s “All-New” Mickey Mouse Club to Have a Homecoming to Walt Disney World Resort this Weekend
Who’s the leader of the club that’s made for you and me? Generations have known this answer is M-I-C-K-E-Y M-O-U-S-E! Since 1955, there have been many magical iterations of the Mickey Mouse Club, all spreading the love and joy of Disney. This weekend, Walt Disney World Resort will host cast members from all seven seasons…
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Takumi-Tei Restaurant Coming to Delight Walt Disney World Guests at World Showcase in Summer 2019
As Epcot continues to grow and transform this year, there is going to be so much to do and see! We announced that the space-themed restaurant would be coming to World Showcase this year and now we have even more exciting foodie news to share! This summer, Takumi-Tei Restaurant will be coming to Japan Pavilion…
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24th Epcot International Food & Wine Festival Expands to 87 Days Global Dining Delights and Festival Fun on Tap Aug. 29-Nov. 23
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (May 9, 2019) – A culinary mashup of global cultures and gourmet innovation will bring irresistible bites, sips, entertainment and family fun to the 24th Epcot International Food & Wine Festival, Aug. 29-Nov 23, 2019. This year, the celebrated summer-into-fall festival at Walt Disney World Resort will add a dozen extra…
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It’s a Season of Plenty this Fall at Walt Disney World Resort
New nighttime shows, the longest foodie festival in Disney history, and a galaxy far, far away among many highlights in 2019 LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (May 10, 2019) – As the calendar turns the page into fall later this year, the curtain will lift on an exciting time for Walt Disney World Resort. Star Wars:…
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U.S. Navy’s Blue Angels Soar Over Epcot for National Military Appreciation Month
Last week the U.S. Navy Blue Angels flew over Epcot and Spaceship Earth in a spectacular display of precision flying. This was done to honor and celebrate National Military Appreciation Month. The Blue Angels flew over Spaceship Earth twice. They did so from 500 feet above the ground as they traveled 250 miles per hour.…
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“Epcot Forever” Gets an Opening Date this Fall at Walt Disney World Resort
This Fall, we will say goodbye to “IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth” on September 30, 2019. After a wonderful 20-year run, it is time for a new nighttime spectacular to make its home in Epcot. This October, gather around the World Showcase Lagoon to enjoy the breathtaking show of “Epcot Forever!” The show, debuting October 1…
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Two Epcot Fan Favorite Festivals to Make Their Return This Fall Amidst Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Opening
We all know that the biggest Disney parks news of the year is the opening of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge on both coasts. While Walt Disney World‘s new land will open on August 29th, guests who want to avoid the crowds at Hollywood Studios can head on over to Epcot. The annual Epcot International Food…
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Your Official Guide to Disney PhotoPass at Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival at Walt Disney World
It is time again for one of my favorite seasons at Epcot! With Spring comes the delightful colors and sights of Epcot’s International Flower & Garden Festival! With so many sights to see around the park, you have to be sure to get your perfect shot for Instagram! We are excited to share your full…
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Sunday Spotlight: Maelstrom
Maelstrom was a ride that used to be found in the Norway Pavilion at Epcot. This flume attraction gave guests a taste of Norway. As guests floated through this attraction there was both myth and realistic elements of Norway portrayed. The attraction opened on July 5, 1988. For this attraction guests boarded their boats and…