Tag: Walt Disney World
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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…
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Disney Parks to Bring Holiday Cheer Tomorrow for #HalfwayToTheHolidays
Can you believe that we are #HalfwayToTheHolidays? To celebrate, Disney Parks will be bringing holiday cheer on social media and the Disney Parks Blog as well as sharing upcoming plans for this holiday season! In a tweet today, Walt Disney World shared that they would be taking over Disney Parks Blog for the holiday surprises!…
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New Grub Coming to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
This month, Disney’s Hollywood Studios has unveiled some new tastes that are sure to impress any guest. Whether you’re looking for hot dogs or out-of-this-world flavors, be sure to check out the new grub in the Walt Disney World Resort! Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Starting today, visitors on Batuu can enjoy new sets of flavors…
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EPCOT Forever Lights Up The Night Over World Showcase Lagoon With Return to EPCOT!
The skies above World Showcase Lagoon came to life on the evening of July 1, 2021 as the fireworks spectacular EPCOT Forever returned to Walt Disney World Resort. This show highlights the “themes of innovation, exploration, imagination and celebration at the core of the park’s past, present and future.” Disney guests braved the rain for…
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Happily Ever After Returns to the Skies of Magic Kingdom
Fireworks have returned to Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World Resort. On a rainy night, thousands of guests camped out to watch as Happily Ever After was presented to the public for the first time since closing with the parks in March 2021. To say the night was magical would be an understatement. However wet…
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In-Person runDisney Events Returning to Walt Disney World This Year
After more than a year-long pause, runDisney is returning! In-person runDisney races are scheduled to begin again at Walt Disney World Resort in November with an entire season scheduled out through 2022. Let’s take a look at the events that are planned for the 2021-2022 season! Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend powered by…
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Walt Disney World Offering Signing Bonuses for Housekeepers and Line Cooks
Disney is offering $1,000 signing bonuses for housekeepers and select kitchen staff at Walt Disney World Resort. According to a post on its website, Disney is offering the first part of the bonus if the new hires stay in their positions for at least 90 days. The rest of it is given after 150 days.…
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Take a Look at These Incredible Reimagined Rooms at Disney’s Contemporary Resort
Disney’s Contemporary Resort is currently in the midst of being refurbished ahead of Walt Disney World Resort’s 50th-Anniversary celebration. This incredible hotel, with a monorail that glides through the middle of it, is getting even more incredible. The rooms are being reimagined in a way that is inspired by Disney and Pixar’s The Incredibles. These…
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Nominate your Hometown Hero for a Trip to Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Celebration
This year, Disney wants to celebrate the people in your community that have done the most! Disney has begun the search for #DisneyMagicMakers, people in your community that have made an impact with kindness or generosity. Do you want to nominate your local hometown hero? Disney is giving you the chance to honor them with…
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Cast Members Arrive for Return of the Disney College Program at Walt Disney World
After the Disney College Program was paused last year due to COVID-19, many program participants had been wondering when it would return. This week, Walt Disney World’s newest cast members have officially returned on the property to begin the program once again! Jeff Vahle, president of the Walt Disney World Resort, posted photos of the…
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Walt Disney Imagineering Unveils New Show Scene for Magic Kingdom’s Jungle Cruise
This morning the Walt Disney Imagineering Instagram shared a look an updated scene for the Jungle Cruise at Walt Disney World. The scene, the rhino and the lost expedition, has some new characters as part of the reimagining of the attraction. The updates to Jungle Cruise that were revealed today are just some of the…
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Walt Disney World Releases More Information and Dates for Disney After Hours Boo Bash!
This Halloween season guests visiting Walt Disney World may not be able to experience Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party but in its place, Disney After Hours Boo Bash will offer the chance to celebrate Halloween at Magic Kingdom instead. This hard-ticketed event will run on select nights between August 10 and October 31st. In general, they…
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Beautiful New Easter Egg Filled Commercial Released for Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Celebration
A new commercial has been released inviting people to come and experience Walt Disney World Resort’s 50th-anniversary celebration. Billed as “The World’s Most Magical Celebration,” the commercial is filled with Easter Eggs. In fact, it is filled with a total of 18 Easter Eggs. Through the course of the 30-second commercial, Easter Eggs like Cinderella’s…
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Some of the Most Unique Wedding Venues from Disney Fairy Tale Weddings – And How Much They Cost
When the time comes to plan one of the biggest days of your life, many Disney fans turn to Disney Fairy Tale Weddings! Disney offers fans the chance to get married while in some of the most magical places on Earth. Whether you want to get married in front of Disney icons or in a…
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Bob Chapek Indicates Park Reservations and Virtual Queues To Be Sticking Around
Today on a call for the JP Morgan Global Technology Conference, Disney CEO Bob Chapek shared a bit about what the future will look like for the Disney Theme Parks. Technology will be a big part of that. However, Chapek shared that Disney feels “bullish” about the future. He backed this up by referencing the…
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Legacy GEEKS? – GEEKS CORNER – Episode 1133 (#556)
Welcome to a very full episode of GEEKS CORNER! This week, there is a lot of ground to cover as there was a lot happening in the world of Disney and geek! Mr. DAPs and Caitie get right to it starting off with the news of today that Orange County moved into the Yellow Tier.…
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A Week of Change – DISNEY Reporter
Welcome to the DISNEY Reporter! This week, there is a lot of Disney and geek news to cover but as always, the team has narrowed it down to the five top headlines! Walt Disney World Resort has updated its face mask mandate this week and also increased capacity. This comes after updates to CDC guidelines.…
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Face Masks No Longer Required Outdoors at Walt Disney World Resort
Walt Disney World Resort continues to move towards the old “normal.” Walt Disney World has updated its face covering policy. The new policy says that face masks are no longer required outdoors. The new policy says that “face coverings are optional in outdoor common areas at Walt Disney World Resort, but are still required upon…
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New Disney After Hours BOO BASH Coming to Magic Kingdom This Fall
Walt Disney World announced a new after hours ticket event called BOO BASH at Magic Kingdom. The event will take the place of the Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Parties but will still have many of the same great experiences. The events will be select nights from August 10 – October 31, and 9 pm…
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Walt Disney World Relaxes Temperature Screenings Starting May 16
Walt Disney World has just changed their policies regarding temperature screenings and will be reflected in a few days. In the My Disney Experience app and on the Walt Disney World website there is the announcement that temperature screenings will no longer be required for guests starting May 16. Prior to that, cast members will…
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Top 10 Best Instagram Photo Spots at Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (May 4, 2021) – Now open, Disney’s Blizzard Beach water park at Walt Disney World Resort is home to countless Instagram-worthy locations. Ahead of summer vacation, here are 10 of the best photo spots to check out at Disney’s Blizzard Beach water park. Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park Entrance Sign – The…