Tag: Walt Disney World Resort
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Disney Removes Reflections – A Disney Lakeside Lodge From D23 Expo Announcement Post
Recently Reflections – A Disney Lakeside Lodge has been removed from the D23 Expo Disney Parks Blog post that originally shared the announcement of this hotel that was to be built at Walt Disney World Resort. The new lodge was announced at the 2019 D23 Expo. However, as the economic impact of COVID-19 continues to…
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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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The Results Are In – DISNEY Reporter
Welcome to another edition of DISNEY Reporter! Each week it covers the top Disney and geek stories that has happened of the course of the last seven days. This week, the results are in on The Walt Disney Company’s third quarter. While they weren’t great, there were also a few glimmering spots. The parks’ numbers…
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Magic Kingdom’s Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover Under Refurbishment Through Halloween
Since the Magic Kingdom reopened last month guests have noticed that the Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover didn’t reopen as well. Initially, the attraction just was just not working. However as time went by and the PeopleMover didn’t reopen, it appeared that there wasn’t going to be a quick return for the attraction. Now, Disney has…
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All Parks at Walt Disney World Shorten Hours in September [updated]
Starting in September all four theme parks at Walt Disney World Resort will be shortening their daily hours. This news comes as the resort continues to recover from being closed due in March due to the impacts of the coronavirus pandemic. The updated hours will begin on September 8th and are as follows: Magic Kingdom…
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Walt Disney World Passholders Can Enjoy Discounts, Extras in August
As Walt Disney World continues to welcome guests back to the magic, there is an update on some exclusive discounts and offers now available for Annual Passholders. First, as a special welcome back surprise, Passholders will be mailed a magical Tinker Bell magnet later this month. Also, for the first time, Passholders can receive 30%…
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2021 Star Wars Rival Run Weekend Coming to Walt Disney World
runDisney has announced that registration for the 2021 Star Wars Rival Run Weekend presented by OtterBox will open as soon as tomorrow. The Rival Run is an epic Star Wars weekend featuring rivalries from the galactic saga. Guests can meet some of your favorite Star Wars Characters, pose for photos, and earn collectible themed medals!…
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Disney Parks Moms Panel Now planDisney
Today Disney announced an update to the Disney Parks Moms Panel. It is being replaced by planDisney. This resource offers guests a chance to get questions answered by experienced Disney parks guests. The new planDisney panel is the next step in the evolution of the Disney Parks Moms Panel. It is billed as a “go-to…
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No-Bake Granola Treats from Disney’s Contemporary Resort Bakery – GEEK EATS Disney Recipe
The summer is a great time for sweet treats but not always the best time to be baking. Today DAPS MAGIC shares a recipe from the Disney Parks Blog that is a wonderful combination of both chocolate and peanut butter. They also have a little crispy hint to them to add an extra dimension. Check…
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The Disney Society Orchestra and Friends Replaces Beauty and the Beast – Live On Stage at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Today a new show debuted at Disney’s Hollywood Studios at what was formerly the home of Beauty and the Beast – Live On Stage. The Disney Society Orchestra and Friends now is being performed at the Theater of the Stars. It features a six-piece orchestra and towards the end, it includes Disney characters from Beauty and…
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Emmys, Movies, and Masks! – DISNEY Reporter
Welcome to another edition of DISNEY Reporter! Each week Mr. DAPs shares the top Disney and geek headlines in this quick recap. This week there is a lot of news to cover as Disney continues to update its face-covering policies at Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort. In entertainment news, The Walt Disney Company garnered…
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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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Tripadvisor Names Magic Kingdom Best Theme Park in the World
Every year, we pull together all the reviews, ratings, and saves that travelers share from across the globe — and use that info to spotlight the very best. The Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best awards celebrates them all. – Tripadvisor.com Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World Resort has been named the best theme park…
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Guests Dining in Table-Service Restaurants at Walt Disney World Resort Hotels to Undergo Temperature Screenings
Guests wishing to dine at table-service restaurants at hotels at the Walt Disney World Resort will no be required to undergo temperature screenings. The update is now shown on the Walt Disney World Resort website in at least two places. The policy is the same for table-service restaurants as for the parks or Disney Springs.…
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Face Masks With Valves No Longer Allowed at Walt Disney World
Disney continues to update its face covering policy as it continues to move forward with Walt Disney World Resorts’ phased reopening. Recently, this meant an update that no longer allowed neck gaiters and open-chin triangle bandanas are no longer considered acceptable face coverings. Walt Disney World has continued to update its policies. According to Scott…
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Disney’s Hollywood Studios Updates Virtual Queue System for Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance
Upon the reopening of Disney’s Hollywood Studios, guests experienced a slightly different approach to how the virtual queue was run before the parks closed due to coronavirus. Instead of the virtual queue going live at park opening and everyone scrambling to get their boarding pass, three opportunities were offered for boarding passes throughout the day.…
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runDisney Announces 2020 Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend Will Be Virtual
Today runDisney announced that the 2020 Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend will be transitioning to a virtual model. This comes as COVID-19 continues to have an impact on Disney operations and events. For runDisney participants who had already registered for the 2020 Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon emails will be sent out…
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Walt Disney World Introduces Florida Resident Disney Magic Flex Ticket
With all four of its main parks now open again, Walt Disney World Resort is offering a new deal for Florida residents. The Florida Resident Disney Magic Flex Ticket gives guests from Florida the opportunity to visit the Walt Disney World Resorts parks with a fairly significant discount. Guests can pick tickets that range from…
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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…