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.

PHOTOS, VIDEO: See Disney’s ‘Real’ Lightsaber in Action, Sneak Peek at Lightsaber Training for Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser

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The first live demonstration of Disney’s “real” lightsaber took place at Destination D23. The lightsaber is a first-of-it’s-kind and will only be seen by guests of the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser. Though Disney recently confirmed the lightsaber will not be for sale or use by guests, it will be wielded by characters aboard the Halcyon. … Read more

BREAKING: Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Will Open Summer 2022 at EPCOT

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Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind will open in summer 2022 at EPCOT. The announcement was made at Destination D23 this morning. The indoor roller coaster was initially announced in 2017, but its construction was one of many projects delayed during 2020. After it failed to make its original goal of opening before the 50th … Read more

Society of Explorers and Adventurers (SEA) Book Series Coming April 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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Today at Destination D23, a book series about the Society of Explorers and Adventurers (SEA) was announced. The first book is coming on April 5, 2022. The first book will be “Shinji Takahashi and the Mark of the Coatl” by Julie Kagawa.

FIRST LOOK: Zootopia Land Yax Animatronic for Shanghai Disneyland

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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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An inside look at Destination D23 gave a sneak peek at one of the animatronics under development for Zootopia Land at Shanghai Disneyland. The animatronic is of the character Yax, a yak who owns a “naturalist” club in the city of Zootopia and helps Judy Hopps by providing information. The short clip showed the designers … Read more

FIRST LOOK: 30th Anniversary Decorations and More Coming to Disneyland Paris Next Year

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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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Next year, Disneyland Paris will be celebrating their 30th anniversary of the resort’s opening, and a big celebration will be held. We got a sneak peek at what’s coming to Disneyland Paris at the Destination D23 event held today at Walt Disney World. Take a look below. In addition to the opening of Avengers Campus, … Read more

‘Seas the Adventure’ Original Musical Starring Captain Minnie and ‘The Little Mermaid’ Stage Show Coming to the Disney Wish

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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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Two new stage shows are coming to the Disney Wish when it begins sailing next summer. “Seas the Adventure” is an original musical starring Captain Minnie. A new adaptation of “The Little Mermaid” will be a modern story about a girl learning to value the power of her voice. The show will feature classic songs … Read more

BREAKING: Avengers Campus Opening Summer 2022 at Walt Disney Studios Park in Paris

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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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Avengers Campus will open at Walt Disney Studios Park in Disneyland Paris in summer 2022. A photo showing the progress so far was released today at Destination D23. Not much has changed since our last construction update, but this view offers a perspective from inside the worksite. One version of Avengers Campus has already opened … Read more

PHOTOS: New Pelican’s Landing Waterfront Seating Area Opens at Disneyland

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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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The new Pelican’s Landing waterfront seating area in front of Harbour Galley at Disneyland is now open. Walt Disney Imagineering shared photos of the newly-finished area on Instagram today to announce its opening. The official announcement reads, “Welcome to Pelican’s Landing, now open at Disneyland Park! This new seating area is sure to become a … Read more

New Show Replacing ‘Finding Nemo: The Musical’ at Disney’s Animal Kingdom To Be Announced Tomorrow at Destination D23

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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 we reported earlier this year, Finding Nemo: The Musical will no longer be performed at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Instead, a new musical based on “Finding Nemo” will debut next year at the Theater in the Wild, with more information to be revealed tomorrow during Destination D23. The Disney Parks Blog announced that the new … Read more

REVIEW: Festival of Holidays Brings Classic Beef Tamales and Delicious Pan Dulce to Paradise Garden Carts at Disney California Adventure

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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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The Festival of Holidays is here at Disney California Adventure! If you’re looking for a classic winter snack, the Paradise Garden Carts have you covered. Menu for Paradise Garden Carts at Disney California Adventure Festival of Holidays/Viva Navidad 2021 Food 🆕 Beef Tamale – $8 🆕 Guava and Cheese Pan Dulce – $4 Beverages Stone … Read more

Disney Cruise Line to Require All Guests Age 5+ To Be Vaccinated Beginning in 2022

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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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Disney Cruise Line has updated their vaccination requirements to include children ages 5-11. This change comes after the approval of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for children in that age group. The new requirements will apply to all sailings on or after January 13, 2022.

REVIEW: Fantastic Short Ribs, Decadent Peppermint Hot Cocoa Donuts, and Two Delightful Drinks from Lamplight Lounge for Festival of Holidays at Disney California Adventure

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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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If you’re looking to celebrate the Festival of Holidays at Disney California Adventure with a traditional sit-down restaurant meal, head over to Lamplight Lounge at Pixar Pier. Stout-braised Winter Short Ribs – $29 Served atop creamy Spiced Butternut Squash Risotto, with glazed Baby Carrots finished with Short Rib Jus Reduction, Bourbon-Cranberry Sauce, Toasted Pepitas and … Read more

Beverly Sunset Boutique Temporarily Closed as Inventory Shortage Worsens at Walt Disney World

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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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Beverly Sunset Boutique, which only reopened in May of this year, is now temporarily closed once again. Cast Members at Disney’s Hollywood Studios cited severe inventory shortages for the shop’s closure. The shop specializes in Pixar merchandise, but when it reopened in May, there was a noticeable reduction in its selection. Parts of the shop … Read more

REVIEW: New Pineapple Tres Leches Roulade Joins Returning Favorites at Paradise Garden Grill for Festival of Holidays 2021 at Disney California Adventure

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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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Paradise Garden Grill is getting in on the Viva Navidad celebrations for the Festival of Holidays at Disney California Adventure. Many favorite dishes have returned, plus a new sweet dessert and tart cocktail. Menu for Paradise Garden Grill at Disney California Adventure Festival of Holidays/Viva Navidad 2021 Food Torta al Pastor – $12.49 Street-style Tacos … Read more

PHOTOS: Greeter Structure Added to Entrance of Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind 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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Imagineer Zach Riddley made another Instagram post today documenting the installation of the greeter structure at Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind at EPCOT. Our reporters were on the scene to see the installation. Above is the photo from inside the construction site posted by Zach Riddley. Here’s what the Imagineer had to say” “I … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Walt Disney World Cast Members Open 25-Year Old Time Capsule for 50th Anniversary

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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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Twenty-five years ago, cast members at Disney’s Contemporary Resort carefully packed a time capsule with documents, nametags, and other treasures to celebrate the anniversary of the Resort’s dedication. The engineering services team sealed and buried it in the ground in front of the flag poles at the Resort, marking the location with a plaque that read: “To … Read more

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