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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: Studio Tour Shirts and Tumbler Roll Into Universal Studios Hollywood

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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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Fans of the World-Famous Studio Tour will want to roll into Universal Studios Hollywood soon to check out the new t-shirts and tumbler available now. Let’s check them out! Studio Tour V-Neck T-Shirt – $38 The v-neck t-shirt is a bold blue and patterned with both the Studio Tour and Universal Studios Hollywood logo. The … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (7/2/21): Tropical Storm Elsa Upgraded to Hurricane, Walt Disney World Theme Park Hours Released, Trader Sam’s Gift Shop Unveiled 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 Friday, July 2, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Tinker Bell Takes Flight Once Again in “Happily Ever After” 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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Fireworks made a dazzling return to the Magic Kingdom last night with the first showing of Happily Ever After in over a year, but a fan-favorite part of the show was sadly missing: Tinker Bell. The downpour kept her away, but fortunately, we had clear skies tonight, and the popular pixie soared over the Magic … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Great Moments With Mr. Lincoln Reopens at 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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It seems like four score and seven years since we last got to visit The Disneyland Story Presenting Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln at Disneyland, but the wait is over. The classic attraction has finally reopened to guests. The attraction is located in the Opera House on Main Street, U.S.A. Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln … Read more

PHOTOS: Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar Reopens at the Disneyland Hotel

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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 Disneyland Hotel reopened to guests today, and Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar along with it. `We’re so excited to be back at our favorite Tiki Tiki Tiki Tiki Tiki Bar and wanted you to come along on a photo tour with us! Let’s get started. While we waited for indoor seating to open, we … Read more

PHOTOS: Woody Woodpecker Brings the Stars and Stripes to Universal Studios Hollywood for 4th of July

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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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It’s almost the 4th of July, and Woody Woodpecker is looking patriotic on the new red, white, and blue decor at Universal Studios Hollywood. The park is getting decked out in the stars and stripes; let’s take a look! The red carpet is flanked by patriotic bunting. The draped bunting features star decorations. 4th of … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: “Snow Suit” Black Widow Meet and Greet Arrives in Avengers Campus 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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“Black Widow” finally arrives in theaters and on Disney+ Premier Access next week. To celebrate, we stopped by Avengers Campus to see Black Widow in her snow suit (as seen in the film’s trailers) at Disney California Adventure. Black Widow and Captain Marvel were taking a break from saving the world to chat with Avengers … Read more

Disneyland Removes “Ladies and Gentlemen, Boys and Girls” Greeting from Fireworks to Promote Inclusivity

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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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Following Walt Disney World’s latest change to promote inclusivity, Disneyland has also removed the “Ladies and Gentlemen, Boys and Girls” greeting from Mickey’s Mix Magic, which returns to the park on July 4. The greeting will be replaced with “Good evening, friends,” according to Disney. This change follows Disney’s initiative to promote diversity and inclusiveness … Read more

Chairman of Disney Parks, Josh D’Amaro Talks Innovation, Inclusivity, 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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In an interview with the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions for their publication “Funworld,” Disney Parks Chairman Josh D’Amaro discussed the struggles of the last year and the innovations for the future. D’Amaro, who stepped into the role at the start of the pandemic in 2020, was in a unique position of navigating … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (7/1/21): Fireworks Return to Walt Disney World, Steakhouse 55 Permanently Closed at The Disneyland Hotel, New Pixar’s “Coco” Scene Coming to Mickey’s PhilharMagic, Space 220 Restaurant Rumored to Open October 1 at EPCOT, and More

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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 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 Thursday, July 1, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

PCH Grill Permanently Closed at Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel at Disneyland 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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Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel reopened on June 15th, but as part of its phased reopening, no onsite dining locations have opened. However, Disney has confirmed that the PCH Grill is permanently closed. This news comes after we learned earlier today that Steakhouse 55 at the Disneyland Hotel is also permanently closed. Disney is exploring other dining … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: “The Nighttime Lights at Hogwarts Castle” Returns to Universal’s Islands of 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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Fireworks going off during The Nighttime Lights at Hogwarts Castle in Islands of Adventure, Orlando

As we reported earlier this week, “The Nighttime Lights at Hogwarts Castle” show has returned to Universal’s Islands of Adventure tonight. The show features magical projections using Hogwarts Castle as a canvas, accompanied by music, lighting, and more. Let’s take a look! The village of Hogsmeade was packed with eager guests. “The Nighttime Lights at … Read more

PHOTOS: Minions Summer Popcorn Bucket Splashes Into Universal Studios Hollywood

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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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Bob the Minion is back and ready for summer at Universal Studios Hollywood. An adorable popcorn bucket featuring Bob and his unicorn inner tube has floated into the park. Originally seen at Universal Studios Japan, the bucket has made its way stateside. Minions Summer Popcorn Bucket – $25.99 Free retails all day on date of … Read more

PHOTOS: Schmoozies! Reopens at Disney California Adventure

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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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Restaurants have been reopening all across Disneyland Resort, and the newest addition to the list is Schmoozies! at Disney California Adventure. The Hollywood Land quick-service is serving smoothies and shakes with a smile once again. Let’s take a look! Across the street from the Animation Academy, Schmoozies! offers a variety of cold beverages. Check out … Read more

RUMOR: Space 220 Restaurant Will Open October 1 at EPCOT for 50th Anniversary of 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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We recently confirmed that the new Space 220 Restaurant was scheduled to open this fall at EPCOT, and now we can report that the new sit-down venue will supposedly officially open on October 1 as part of the 50th anniversary celebration at Walt Disney World Resort. Patina Restaurant Group has been hiring for various positions … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Mickey’s Mix Magic Fireworks Light Up the Sky over Disneyland for Full Show Test

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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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Fireworks are returning to Disneyland Resort on July 4. Mickey’s Mix Magic will return to Disneyland Park for the first time since March 2020. Before reintroducing guests to the nighttime spectacular, Disney must test the show. Here’s what we saw during the June 30 test: Crowds gathered in front of Sleeping Beauty Castle, excited to see the … Read more

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