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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 Scoop Reopens on the Lower Lot at Universal Studios Hollywood

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With summer on the horizon, rest assured you can find sweet treats to beat the heat at Universal Studios Hollywood. Studio Scoop, located on the Lower Lot near Revenge of the Mummy – The Ride, has reopened today. Temporary queue barriers are set up along with physical distancing markers spaced six feet apart. Studio Scoop … Read more

PHOTOS: LED Lighting Being Tested on “Harmonious” Barge Arm 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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Progress on the new nighttime show for EPCOT, “Harmonious,” has been ongoing for a while now. Testing has been conducted for fountains, the soundtrack, the waterfall screen, and more. Earlier today, more flexible screens were added to the arms of the smaller barges around World Showcase Lagoon. Tonight, we spotted a new element in testing. … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: New “Secret Life of Pets” Snowball Interactive Meet and Greet Debuts at 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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We were enjoying an afternoon at Universal Studios Hollywood when we stumbled on a surprise! A new fluffy meet and greet opportunity has hopped into the park. Guests can now meet and interact with Snowball from The Secret Life of Pets. From his balcony perch, Snowball calls down to guests to chat and ask questions. … Read more

CEO Bob Chapek Confirms Disney Park Pass System, Virtual Queues are Here to Stay

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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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After addressing capacity, Disney CEO Bob Chapek spoke about theme park technology today at the J.P. Morgan Global Technology, Media, and Communications Conference. Chapek cited the new Disney Park Pass theme park reservation system and virtual queues, such as the boarding groups for Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, as examples of how technology helped … Read more

Walt Disney World Hiring Quick Service Restaurant 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 Resort is seeking more Cast Members for quick service food & beverage locations. A new job posting was added to the Disney Careers website today for those interested in submitting an application. Quick service food & beverage Cast Members may work at an indoor restaurant or an outdoor vendor. The starting wage … Read more

CEO Bob Chapek Gives More Specific Details on Theme Park Capacity Increases 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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Walt Disney Company CEO Bob Chapek spoke today at the J.P. Morgan Global Technology, Media, and Communications Conference and addressed theme park operations. Bob Chapek stated that capacity would continue to increase over the upcoming months at Walt Disney World, with “low double digits increases” in attendance. He expects to see benefits from the changes … Read more

PHOTOS: Construction Fencing Finally Removed, New Pathway to Entrance of EPCOT Now Open

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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 EPCOT entrance area has been through a lot for the past two years, but progress “keeps moving forward.” Today, we were happy to discover that some of the “temporary” fencing around the east side of the entrance has been removed. It’s been a while since we have seen progress in this area, so let’s … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Silly Symphony Swings Reopens with Physical Distancing 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 ready for a swingin’ good time, hop on over to Paradise Gardens Park at Disney California Adventure and take a twirl on Silly Symphony Swings. We love a classic amusement park ride with a Disney twist, so we had to stop by for a spin. We also took a look at the physical … Read more

PHOTOS: Restoration of Bioluminescent Pathways Continues in Pandora 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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Since February, teams at Disney’s Animal Kingdom have been hard at work restoring the bioluminescent effects on the pavement in Pandora – The World of Avatar. The bioluminescent paint doesn’t last long under the bright Orlando sun, so repainting occurs regularly. The areas where repainting has recently taken place are blockaded to allow the paint … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Grizzly River Run Reopens with Physical Distancing 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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It’s a beautiful afternoon at Disney California Adventure, and we were ready for a refreshing ride on Grizzly River Run after a long year apart. Grizzly River Run did not reopen with the rest of the park on April 30, and we’re very excited to be back. Let’s check out the physical distancing measures on … Read more

Walt Disney Travel Company Now Booking Vacation Cottages at Margaritaville Resort Orlando

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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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Are you craving a cheeseburger in paradise? Now you can book a vacation cottage at Margaritaville Resort Orlando through the Walt Disney Travel Company. The cottages have two to five bedrooms, full kitchens, washers and dryers, daily housekeeping, pet-friendly accommodations, and in some instances, private pools. Guests have access to all amenities at Margaritaville Resort … Read more

PHOTOS: NEW Marvel, Dog & Cat Mom Pandora Charms Arrive 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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Three new charm sets from the Disney Parks Pandora collection have arrived in Uptown Jewelers at the Magic Kingdom. The new charm sets are perfect for the superhero or pet lover in your family and can be added to any Pandora charm bracelet. As of now, the new charms are not available on shopDisney. Marvel … Read more

PHOTOS: Physical Distancing Markers Removed 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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As COVID-19 policies continue to change around Walt Disney World Resort, one Disney Springs dining venue has completely removed physical distancing markers. Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew opened back in January with themed round markers set six feet apart throughout the queue. All physical distancing markers were gone today. A look at the queue from … Read more

PHOTOS: NEW Jurassic World Keychains, Pins, Hat, and Signs Stomp Into 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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Every day we get a little closer to the June 10th opening of VelociCoaster, and every day (it seems), we get new Jurassic World merchandise at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. Let’s take a look at some of the newest arrivals. “They Were Here First” Ball Cap – $26 The “They Were Here First” emblem is … Read more

PHOTOS: New Signage Added Around the Morocco Pavilion at EPCOT as Disney Makeover Continues

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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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Change is the name of the game over in the Morocco Pavilion at EPCOT. With the pavilion “under new management” (Disney took over control last fall), there have been many design changes around the area. Currently, much of the pavilion is closed, including the restrooms, Restaurant Marrakesh, the meet-and-greet, and more. We stopped by to … Read more

PHOTOS: Repainting Continues on Prince Charming Regal Carrousel 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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Earlier this year, Prince Charming Regal Carrousel joined the long list of repainting projects around the Magic Kingdom in anticipation of the park’s 50th anniversary this fall. The Cinderella vignettes were restored, and the gold leaf filigree around them repainted. The gold leaf around the vignettes is clean and shiny, making some of the other … Read more

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