30 Years of Fear – A History of Universal Orlando’s Halloween Horror Nights: 1996 (The Cryptkeeper Returns With a Parade, Beetlejuice Disappears, and More)

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Welcome back to 30 Years of Fear – A History of Halloween Horror Nights. Is anyone else craving Twisted Taters? We’re less than 50 days from opening night, and the hype is real. Today, we’re going to take a look at 1996’s Halloween Horror Nights VI, which saw the return of the Cryptkeeper and the … Read more

PHOTOS: New Mickey, Minnie, “Lion King,” and Cheshire Cat Baseball Caps Swing Into Disneyland Resort

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Six new ballcaps have arrived at Disneyland Resort featuring Mickey and Minnie Mouse, “The Lion King,” and “Alice in Wonderland.” We found all six styles in World of Disney at Downtown Disney District. Black and White Mickey Mouse Ball Cap – $27.99 From “Steamboat Willie” to “Fantasia,” this cap features four classic Mickeys. Pink Mickey … Read more

PHOTOS: New “it’s a small world” 55th Anniversary T-Shirt and Sleeping Beauty Castle Tank Arrive at Disneyland

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If you’re looking to expand your Disneyland wardrobe, you’re in luck. A new T-shirt celebrating the 55th anniversary of “it’s a small world” and a stylish tank top featuring Sleeping Beauty Castle are now available in the park. “it’s a small world” T-shirt $29.99 We found this colorful “it’s a small world” tee in The … Read more

Disneyland VIP Tour Guests Can Ride Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance and WEB SLINGERS: A Spider-Man Adventure Without Boarding Groups

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We recently reported that Walt Disney World VIP Tour Guests can now ride Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance without a boarding group, and now the same is true on the west coast. Disneyland VIP Tour Guests do not need boarding groups in order to ride both Rise of the Resistance and WEB SLINGERS: A … Read more

REVIEW: Dinner and Drinks Disappoint at Blue Bayou Restaurant at Disneyland

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Blue Bayou Restaurant in New Orleans Square reopened this spring with a pared-down food menu. It also, for the first time, now offers alcohol. Blue Bayou is the second Disneyland restaurant ever to serve alcohol (third, if you count Club 33). We stopped in for dinner and drinks on a lovely California evening. Like many … Read more

PHOTOS: New Mickey and Friends Character Mugs and Metal Water Bottles Arrive at Walt Disney World

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Add a little Disney to your day with new drinkware at the Magic Kingdom. We stopped by the Emporium this morning and stumbled upon two new character mugs with lids and two new metal water bottles. Let’s check them out! Mickey Mouse Mug – $19.99 Left-handers rejoice as both character mugs are identical on each … Read more

PHOTOS: New Minnie Mouse Crocs Available at Disneyland Resort

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Now you can stroll the parks in style and comfort with the new Minnie Mouse Crocs! We found these stylish sandals in Elias & Co. at Disney California Adventure. Minnie Mouse Crocs Sandals – $59.99 The black sandals feature two straps and the many faces of Minnie Mouse. Each sandal has two removable charms. One … Read more

PHOTOS: New Park Icons Boxer Briefs and Mickey Lounge Shorts Debut at Disneyland

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If you’re looking to add a little Disneyland to your everyday wardrobe, World of Disney at Downtown Disney District has you covered (literally). New boxer briefs featuring park icons and Mickey Mouse lounge shorts are now available. Disneyland Park Icons Boxer Briefs $19.99 Mickey Mouse Lounge Shorts $24.99

Updated Speculation Map Released for Halloween Horror Nights 30 at Universal Orlando Resort

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It seems like for the last few years, it just wouldn’t be HHN without some last-minute lineup changes. The last time we brought you the speculation map from HHNightmares on Twitter, it looked a little different. Let’s take a look at the new predictions. Houses The Bride of Frankenstein Lives The return of the Bride … Read more

PHOTOS: “The Mandalorian” Phone Case, Magnets, and Lounge Pants Land at Downtown Disney District

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If you’re looking to show your love for The Mandalorian and Grogu, set a course for the World of Disney in Downtown Disney District. New merchandise featuring the cutest Jedi this side of the galaxy has now arrived, including a phone case, magnets, and lounge pants. “The Mandalorian” Case for iPhone 12 Pro Max – … Read more

PHOTOS: Themed Scrim and Landscaping Installed at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Ahead of July 19 Reopening

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We’re just around the corner from the July 19 reopening of Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, which has been undergoing major refurbishments. While the monorail station won’t be ready Monday, crews are working hard to make the area around the new porte-cochére look less like an active construction site. The large construction equipment has been moved … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Limited-Time Celebratory Cavalcade for 66th Anniversary of Disneyland

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Disneyland Resort turned 66 today and things are getting festive! Part of the limited-time celebration included a special Celebratory Cavalcade featuring many beloved characters. The Cavalcade coming down Main Street, U.S.A., as seen from the Disneyland Railroad Main Street Station. The cavalcade kicks off with a banner declaring, “Happy 66th Birthday Disneyland.” Some of the … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Disney Skyliner Experiencing Downtime on EPCOT Line

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The EPCOT line of the Disney Skyliner is experiencing unexplained downtime once again. Guests are being directed to the bus system for transportation. As seen in the video above, many gondolas are aboard the line, but remain motionless at this time. It is unclear if the gondolas are occupied.

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Sleeping Beauty Castle Walkthrough Reopens at Disneyland

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Hear ye, hear ye! Guests can once again stroll through the Sleeping Beauty Castle Walkthrough and enjoy the classic tale in Disneyland. Today is the 66th anniversary of Disneyland, and though the castle walkthrough did not open until 1957, it still felt like the perfect day to see the newly reopened attraction. The entrance to … Read more

PHOTOS: New Youth “Jungle Cruise” T-Shirt Sails into the Magic Kingdom

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A new youth t-shirt for the upcoming “Jungle Cruise” film has sailed into Plaza del Sol Caribe Bazaar (otherwise known as the gift shop at the end of Pirates of the Caribbean) in the Magic Kingdom. “Jungle Cruise” Youth T-Shirt – $19.99 The blue t-shirt features the logo for the Jungle Navigation Co., the fictional … Read more

REVIEW: Celebrate the 66th Anniversary of Disneyland With a New Limited-Time Cupcake

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Happy birthday, Disneyland! Today is the resort’s 66th anniversary, and we’re celebrating with (what else?) a new cupcake. The cupcake is available for a limited time only at Jolly Holiday Bakery Café on Main Street, U.S.A, in Disneyland Park. Disneyland 66th Birthday Cupcake – $6.99 Double chocolate chip cupcake, cream cheese frosting, and filled with … Read more