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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.

PHOTOS: Entrance Sign Updated to “World-Famous Jungle Cruise Tours” at the Magic Kingdom

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The new sign at the Jungle Cruise has already received an update. The sign now reads “World-Famous Jungle Cruise Tours.” “World-Famous” has been painted above the logo, with “Tours” painted below. The sign has also been distressed, so the green paint is faded, with natural wood tones showing through. The new text is also faded … Read more

“The Curse of Pandora’s Box” Returns to Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood

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It’s been a big day for Halloween Horror Nights announcements at Universal Studios Hollywood! We had the announcement for the return of The Exorcist, ticket sales went live, and now we have another announcement confirming the return of The Curse of Pandora’s Box. “An ancient horror has returned to prey on those foolish enough to … Read more

Additional Show Times for “A Celebration of the Festival of the Lion King” Starting July 31 at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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Beginning July 31, guests will have even more opportunities to see A Celebration of the Festival of the Lion King in the Harambe Theatre at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The new show times, 9:30 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., are both set to continue through at least October 2 (which is the furthest date that park hours … Read more

PHOTOS: Pumpkin Mickey and Haunted Mansion Hitchhiking Ghosts Halloween Inflatables Coming Soon

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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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Two new Disney Airblown Inflatables by Gemmy are coming soon for the Halloween season: Pumpkin Mickey and the Hitchhiking Ghosts from The Haunted Mansion. Release dates have not been announced and the inflatables are currently listed as “coming soon.” Gemmy Pumpkin Mickey Inflatable – $42.99 Gemmy has done other versions of Pumpkin Mickey in the … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (7/21/21): Happily Ever After & EPCOT Forever to be Retired, More Entertainment Returns to Walt Disney World, New Sign at the Jungle Cruise, and More

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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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We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Wednesday, July 21, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Creations Shop Testing Multicolored Lighting at EPCOT

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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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On our way out of EPCOT this beautiful Florida evening, we noticed multicolored lighting testing inside Creations Shop, which is set to open this summer. We caught our first glimpse of the lights near the future entrance to Creations Shop. The color changed in waves, from cool blues and greens to warm pinks and oranges. … Read more

Cast Members Offering Guests Golf Cart Rides to Their Cars as Parking Lot Trams Remain Out of Service

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Cast Members were offering guests a ride back to their vehicles via golf cart after exiting EPCOT this evening. The trams that used to transport to and from their cars have been out of service since March 2020. This offering is likely temporary. We reported earlier this year that the trams will likely return soon, … Read more

Disney Investing $864 Million in Move to Lake Nona Campus

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We recently reported that The Walt Disney Company is moving 2,000 jobs from California to Florida. Now, the company has announced an $864 investment in the new Lake Nona Campus. The $864 million is the current projection, though Disney says the cost could grow. At least $624 million of the funds will go to equipment … Read more

Lumiere and Cogsworth Statues Coming to Magic Kingdom as Part of “Disney Fab 50”

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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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Two more statues have been revealed for the “Disney Fab 50” around Walt Disney World! Lumiere and Cogsworth will be coming to the Magic Kingdom. Susan Egan, the original Belle from “The Beauty and the Beast” on Broadway, introduced the new golden statues. The statues are part of an upcoming set of 50 golden characters … Read more

Quarterly Report of Incidents and Deaths at Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando Released

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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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A new state report is out, revealing the most serious injuries and health issues at Florida’s biggest theme parks. The Florida Department of Agriculture has released its latest report that describes the theme park visitors’ incidents from April through June 2021. In the new report, Disney confirmed a 58-year-old man with a pre-existing condition passed … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Tour a NEW Moana Room at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

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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’s Polynesian Village Resort reopened to all guests today, and with it, the new Moana-themed rooms. Let’s take a tour! New patio furniture includes two chairs and a small end table. The hallways have also been redone with subtle Moana theming. Hei Hei peeks out of some tropical foliage on this wall panel. A themed … Read more

PHOTOS: New Dooney & Bourke “The Hunchback of Notre Dame” Collection Coming to Walt Disney World July 20

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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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A new Disney Dooney & Bourke collection featuring “The Hunchback of Notre Dame” will arrive tomorrow, July 20, at Uptown Jewelers in the Magic Kingdom. This year marks the 25th anniversary of the classic animated film. A tote bag, satchel, and wallet are displayed as a preview at Uptown Jewelers. The new collection features a … Read more

BREAKING: Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto and Tiki Terrace to Reopen TODAY at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

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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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We’re reporting today from the newly reopened Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, and we have great news to share! Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto will be opening to guests later today from 3 p.m. until midnight. A large banner featuring Uh-Oa declares, “Aloha, ahoy, aha! Welcome to Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto!” Both indoor and outdoor (Tiki Terrace) … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (7/18/21): EPCOT Monorail Line Returns to Service, Main Street Confectionary Under Refurbishment Through October 2, Very Merrytime Cruises Coming to DCL, and More

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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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We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Sunday, July 18, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

PHOTOS: New Jurassic World “Blue” Pillow Pet Stomps Into Universal Orlando Resort

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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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The latest Jurassic World merchandise to stomp into Universal Orlando Resort is an adorable Pillow Pet of Blue the Velociraptor. Jurassic World Blue Pillow Pet – $35 Blue’s signature blue stripe markings run down both sides. Blue has tags sewn into her legs for both Jurassic World and Pillow Pets. To take Blue home with … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Men in Black Alien Attack Pre-Show Returns to Universal Studios Florida

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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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Good afternoon, recruits! We’re happy to report that the full pre-show has returned to Men in Black Alien Attack at Universal Studios Florida. While not integral to the ride, the pre-show is part of the overarching story of the attraction and ties into the finale. The façade is designed to evoke the 1964 New York … Read more

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