Tag: Walt Disney World
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Walt Disney World Introduces Interactive MagicBand+
Walt Disney World has announced a new interactive iteration of its MagicBand. This new MagicBand, called the MagicBand+ will allow guests to amplify and interact even more than they could with the traditional MagicBand. The MagicBand+ will be able to interact in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge and allow guests to pretend to be a bounty…
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Limited Time Menu Revealed for California Grill in Celebration of Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary
In 1971, a restaurant opened at the top of Disney’s Contemporary Resort. Top of the World opened on the 15th floor of Disney’s Contemporary Resort. Each night there were two offerings of a dinner/dance show. In 1995, the name changed to California Grill. California Grill featured fresh and seasonal dishes that were prepared in an…
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Spaceship Earth’s Beacon of Magic Look Previewed Ahead of Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary
When the 50th Anniversary celebrations begin at Walt Disney World Resort on October 1, 2021, icons of the four parks will come to life at night as Beacons of Magic. Imagineer Zach Riddley has previewed what EPCOT’s Spaceship Earth will look like when it becomes a Beacon of Magic for part of The World’s Most…
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Rise of the Resistance at Walt Disney World Resort to Offer Standby Queue
This Fall, Walt Disney World is bringing magic to guests in a whole new way! Starting September 23, guests visiting Disney’s Hollywood Studios will be able to access Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance through a standby queue! In the past, guests have been able to access virtual boarding groups for this epic Star Wars…
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All “Disney Fab 50 Character Collection” Announcements for Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary
Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Celebration will feature gold character statues throughout all 4 theme parks. Called the “Disney Fab 5 Character Collection,” these golden statues each have a story as they were revealed. Imagineers, artists, voice actors, celebrity Disney fans, and many others have helped reveal these statues. As they start to appear in…
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Space 220 Opening at EPCOT on September 20, 2021
Space 220, the out-of-this-world restaurant that will soon be open at EPCOT, now has an official opening date. Imagineer Zach Riddley shared the news on social media this morning that the restaurant will be opening on September 20, 2021. Another way to look at it is that Space 220 is opening on 9/20. Along with…
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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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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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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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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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Walt Disney World Ambassadors Pass the Torch
It is time to pass the torch for the Walt Disney World Ambassadors. This week, Marilyn and Stephen shared a message as they pass the torch to new Ambassadors Ali and Raevon ahead of the 50th-Anniversary of Walt Disney World Resort. The following message was shared via the Disney Parks Blog from Marilyn and Stephen, who…
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Sales of Walt Disney World Annual Passes to Return Ahead of 50th Anniversary Celebration
Today the future of what was formerly known as the Disneyland Annual Pass program was revealed with the details that were shared about the Magic Key program. However, Disneyland wasn’t the only domestic Disney theme park making news. Along with the news about the Magic Key, it was also shared that new pass sales will…
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Walt Disney World Resort Releases SOME 50th Anniversary Merchandise Details
The 50th-Anniversary celebration for Walt Disney World Resort is now under two months away. Today, Disney shared SOME details about what the merchandise will look like. This comes with the promise of a full release on Friday, August 6th with details about the 50th merchandise collection. Check out the merchandise teases below. Can you tell…
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The Cruise Has Arrived – DISNEY Reporter
Welcome to the DISNEY Reporter! Each week we share the top five stories from the world of Disney and geek. This week there were no shortages of stories. First off, Disney is requiring non-union and salaried employees to get vaccinated. The company is also in discussions with union leaders about how this can be implemented…
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Disney Gives a Special Sneak Peek at ‘Harmonious’ Coming to EPCOT October 1
In just over two months, EPCOT will debut its newest nighttime spectacular! Today, Disney gave us a sneak peek into “Harmonious” and shared a little bit more about the show. The show will be replacing “EPCOT Forever” and will run for the celebration of Walt Disney World’s 50th anniversary. This show will celebrate how different…
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More Dining – Including Columbia Harbour House – Coming to Walt Disney World
Dining has slowly been making its way back to the Walt Disney World Resort. As the resort continues to reopen more activities, we have seen more dining following alongside it. Today, it was announced that a few dining locations would be opening or reopening across the Walt Disney World Resort. If you’re looking to satisfy…
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Destination D23 2021 Tickets Going On Sale This Thursday at 10 am PST
This November 19-21, D23: The Official Disney Fan Club will take on Disney’s Contemporary Resort for the biggest Disney fan event of the year! This year’s event will celebrate 50 years of Walt Disney World as it takes place so close to Disney’s Magic Kingdom! Be sure to grab your tickets for Destination D23 2021…
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Brightline Train to Walt Disney World Decision Indefinitely Delayed by Expressway Authorities
Last year, Brightline and Disney announced that there would be a train station coming to Disney Springs. Now, due to pushback from the International Drive tourism strip and the Hunter’s Creek residential community, expressway authorities have indefinitely delayed the decision to allow the Brightline train to run directly to Walt Disney World Resort. The communities…
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Disney Releases First Look at President Joe Biden’s Likeness in The Hall of Presidents at Walt Disney World Resort
The Hall of Presidents has been bringing history to life for guests of the Magic Kingdom since 1971 when the park first opened. Through the last nearly 50 years, this attraction has shared the story of the United States of America through the unique lens of the President of the United States. With the coming…
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Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto Reopens at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Today!
Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto is reopening at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort today. The news was released by Disney in a post about the celebration of Dole Whip Day at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. As of today, Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto will again be serving unique foods and drinks inspired by the South Seas. This Tiki…
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EPCOT Monorail Returns to Service at Walt Disney World Resort
SInce COVID-19 hit Walt Disney World Resort, many familiar aspects of the parks have remained closed. Today, Disney brought back a familiar favorite when they reopened the EPCOT monorail, which runs between the Ticket and Transportation Center and EPCOT. While Disney has not made any official announcements on the return of this transportation option, fans…
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Voice of Mickey Mouse, Bret Iwan, Introduces First ‘Disney Fab 50’ Sculpture for Walt Disney World Resort’s 50th Anniversary
Today the voice of Mickey Mouse, Bret Iwan, introduced the first ‘Disney Fab 50’ sculpture as part of The World’s Most Magical Celebration at Walt Disney World Resort. The first sculpture of ‘Disney Fab 50’ that celebrates the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World Resort is Mickey Mouse! Throughout the course of the celebration, 50…