Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

FIRST LOOK: Preview New Pins (Pin-of-the-Month Series, Attraction Posters, & More) Coming to Walt Disney World & Disneyland Resort in 2022

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Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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Disney has released a preview of some of the new pins, both limited and open edition, coming to Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort in 2022. Floating Down Main Street This monthly pin series features Disney characters on hot air balloons with high concentrated glitter and a soft PVC basket. Our Transformation Story This monthly … Read more

Space Mountain Has Yet to Open Today at the Magic Kingdom

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Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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Space Mountain, one of the most popular attractions at the Magic Kingdom, has yet to open today, December 4, 2021. When the park opened at 8:30 a.m., the attraction did not open along with it. As of 1 p.m., Space Mountain is still closed. Cast Members are stationed in front of the ride’s entrance to … Read more

PHOTOS: Magic Kingdom Baby Care Center Reopens With New ‘Alice in Wonderland’ Theming

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Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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After a lengthy refurbishment, the Baby Care Center at the Magic Kingdom has reopened with a new look. The Baby Care Center provides a space for families with young children to feed or nurse babies, change diapers, and more. It can be found between The Crystal Palace and Casey’s Corner. The Baby Care Center is … Read more

PHOTOS: New Christmas Cookie Mickey Ear Headband Available at the Magic Kingdom

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Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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Today in the Emporium at the Magic Kingdom, we found new Christmas Cookie Mickey Ear Headbands that look almost sweet enough to eat. Christmas Cookie Mickey Ear Headband – $29.99 The ears are shaped like Santa Mickey sugar cookies, complete with green and white “sprinkles.” Both sides are identical. The band is candy-cane striped in … Read more

Disneyland Cast Members Will Not Go on Strike, Agreement Reached for New Contract

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Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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Disneyland Cast Members have voted to ratify the contract touted by Disney as their “last, best, and final offer,” and will not be striking. The contract, which was ratified by Disney California Adventure Cast Members on November 17 but rejected by Disneyland Cast Members, was the subject of a second vote yesterday. Cast Members had … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Disney VoluntEARS and Community Leaders Celebrate ‘Walt Disney World Day’ at Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida

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Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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Central Florida is celebrating Walt Disney World Day today, as officially proclaimed this morning by the Orlando and Orange County mayors. Today, December 3, 2021, was declared Walt Disney World Day in honor of all the contributions to the community made by the resort over the last 50 years. The ceremony took place this morning … Read more

Merchandise Roundup 12/1/21: New Tiny Kingdom Pins, ‘Encanto’ Apparel, and 50th Anniversary ID Tags at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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As surely as the sun rises in the east, new merchandise debuts daily at Walt Disney World. We know you don’t want to miss a thing, so we’ve gathered all the newest finds in our new daily merchandise roundup! Tiny Kingdom Series 4 Pins – $19.99 Series 4 of the Tiny Kingdom pin collection has … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Imagineers Reveal More Details of Color Scheme for Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Façade at EPCOT

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Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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Imagineers have given another look at the process behind the façade for the upcoming attraction Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind at EPCOT. Wyatt Winter (left) and Colleen Meyers (right) displayed the color swatches next to concept art for the building. Meyers discussed how they use color in architecture to tell stories at EPCOT. For … Read more

Multi-Million Dollar Bus System Results in Management Upheaval, Reduced Hours and Short Notice Schedule Changes for Walt Disney World Cast Members

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Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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Walt Disney World Transportation Cast Members were surprised to find their regular schedules scrambled with only five days’ notice, right before the start of the holiday season. Cast Members, who wish to remain anonymous, reported to WDWNT that management is attempting to reduce overtime to compensate for a new bussing system rumored to cost around … Read more

REVIEW: Rich Chocolate Cake Pop, Very Merry Minnie Cupcake, and More New Holiday Treats at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

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Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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Four new holiday treats have debuted at Gasparilla Island Grill at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, so we stopped by to try them out. Happy Holidays Cake Pop – $7.99 Triple Chocolate Cake Pop enrobed in White Chocolate with Festive Winter Décor Holy chocolate, Batman! When they say triple chocolate, they are not kidding, … Read more

PHOTOS: Second Deck Reopens as Restaurantosaurus Refurbishment Continues at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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Refurbishment continues at Restaurantosaurus in Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and the second deck is open once again. The second deck seating area at Restaurantosaurus has received the same refurbishment as the first. The flooring and wood have been restained. Of course, given the “employee break area” theme of Restaurantosaurus and the general well-worn aesthetics of Dinoland … Read more

December 3 to Be Declared ‘Walt Disney World Day’ By Orlando and Orange County Mayors

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Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings are set to declare December 3 “Walt Disney World Day.” “For 50 years, Walt Disney World Resort has served as a beacon of hope and happiness in the Central Florida area, bringing the beloved magic found across the resort to children and families in our … Read more

Susan Arnold to Succeed Bob Iger as Chairman of the Board for the Walt Disney Company

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Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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Susan Arnold has been named Bob Iger’s successor as Chairman of the Board for the Walt Disney Company, reports Variety. Former Walt Disney CEO Bob Iger takes his leave on December 31 of this year. Arnold has been a Director at the Walt Disney Company since 2007.

BREAKING: Smoke Seen at Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster, Ride Evacuated at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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Today around 2:38 p.m., guests reported seeing smoke while being evacuated from Rock ‘N’ Roller Coaster and the area around the attraction at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Owens went on to explain that they “evacuated & waited around. They advised an unknown downtime. We were in line when they cut the lights on & evacuated us. … Read more

REVIEW: Strawberry-Filled Gingerbread Man, Christmas Wreath, and More Holiday Donuts from Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew at Disney Springs

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Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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Get ready to “ring” in the season with new holiday donuts from Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew at Disney Springs. There are six holiday donuts: one filled with strawberry jelly, one with chocolate icing and sprinkles, one with vanilla buttercream and sprinkles, and three with vanilla buttercream and sugar decorations. You can get all six … Read more

PHOTOS: Completed Nova Corps Logo for Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Façade Revealed by Imagineer Zach Riddley

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Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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Earlier today, we reported the installation of the Nova Corps logo on the façade for Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind at EPCOT. Now, Imagineer Zach Riddley has given a look at the completed installation. The reflective paneling has had its protective covering removed, revealing a gold and purple emblem. In his Instagram post, Riddley … Read more

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