PHOTOS: Universal Orlando Resort Installing 3-Foot Physical Distancing Markers

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Earlier this month, we reported that Universal Orlando Resort was swapping out its large physical distancing decals to much smaller markers, likely to make it simpler to adjust the distance. Now, we can confirm Universal Orlando has begun the process of moving the markers to only 3 feet apart, as they prepare to change their … Read more

BREAKING: Universal Orlando Resort to Remove Temperature Checks, Reduce Physical Distancing to 3 Feet

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Following Walt Disney World Resort’s announcement that they would be removing temperature checks from theme parks and resorts, Universal Orlando Resort is following suit. Universal Orlando Team Members confirmed that the temperature check stations will be removed from the parking garages and hotels at Universal Orlando Resort effective tomorrow, May 6th. The Orange County Health … Read more

PHOTOS: Limited Edition Teachers’ Day, Cinco de Mayo, and Limited Release Mother’s Day Pins Arrive at Walt Disney World

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April showers bring May flowers and new trading pins from Disney Parks. Three new limited pins have made their way into The Darkroom at Disney’s Hollywood Studios featuring the May holidays. These pins celebrate Teachers’ Day, Cinco de Mayo, and Mother’s Day. Limited Edition Teachers’ Day Pin – $19.99 Teachers’ Day, on May 4th this … Read more

PHOTOS: MuppetVision 3D 30th Anniversary MagicBand Bursts Into Walt Disney World

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If you want a salute to all attractions, but mostly MuppetVision 3D (okay, only MuppetVision 3D), you’ll want to check out this new MagicBand. Arriving ahead of the attraction’s 30th anniversary on May 16th, we found it at Disney’s Pin Traders at Disney Springs and expect to see it around the parks as well. MuppetVision … Read more

Disney Skyliner Service to EPCOT Will Not Be Available for Park Open on Thursday, May 6th

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Though the Disney Skyliner route to EPCOT typically operates around park hours, travel to the park will be delayed tomorrow for guests. EPCOT opens at 11am on May 6th, but we confirmed that Skyliner service will not start until 12pm. This means if you were hoping to rope-drop EPCOT tomorrow, you will need to select … Read more

REVIEW: Join the Fiesta Too with Limited-Time “Cinco de Oh-My-O Donut” from Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew at Disney Springs

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Feliz Cinco de Mayo! In honor of the holiday celebrated throughout Mexico and the United States, Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew on Disney Springs West Side is offering a limited-time sweet concoction. We stopped by to give it a try as this donut is only available today. The donut shop closes at 10pm this evening. … Read more

PHOTOS: New Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway Loungefly Backpack and Wallet Pull Into Walt Disney World

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If you love joining Mickey, Minnie, and their friends on their wild adventures onboard the Runaway Railway, there are new items for you today. The Disney Parks Loungefly collection mini backpack and matching wallet featuring Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway has arrived at Walt Disney World Resort and online at ShopDisney. Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway … Read more

PHOTOS: New Disney Parks Icons/Snacks & Donald Duck Lounge Pants Arrive at Walt Disney World

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A trip on the Monorail is always rewarding, but finding new Disney clothes makes it even better. On a recent ride over to Disney’s Contemporary Resort, we dropped into Bayview Gifts and found two new pairs of Disney lounge pants. Disney Parks Icons Lounge Pants – $36.99 These jogger-style lounge pants are white with fan-favorite … Read more

PHOTOS: Limited Release Dooney & Bourke “Moana” MagicBand Sails Into the Magic Kingdom

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Make way, make way! As part of the new Dooney & Bourke Moana collection, a limited release MagicBand featuring the Wayfinder herself has arrived at Uptown Jewelers at the Magic Kingdom. Dooney & Bourke Moana MagicBand – $48 The box features Moana, Pua, Maui, Hei Hei, and two Kakamora on the ocean. Te Fiti’s flowers … Read more

PHOTOS: Wood Framing Begins on Roof of Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind at EPCOT

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It’s been a couple of weeks since we brought you an update on the construction of Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind at EPCOT. Today, work resumed on the façade, which has been mostly untouched. Work is likely continuing indoors since the permit for the first show element was filed in April. While this is … Read more

PHOTOS: New Castle Collection Disney Princess Tiaras Sparkle at the Magic Kingdom

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Every princess needs a tiara, right? Last month, the new Castle Collection Disney Princess dresses waltzed into the Magic Kingdom. Now, little princesses can get a matching tiara to top off their royal wardrobe. The whole collection has yet to arrive, but we found this first batch at Sir Mickey’s at the Magic Kingdom. Tangled … Read more

Disney Now Casting Actors, Stunt Performers, and Musicians to Bring Meals, Experiences, and Even an Invasion of the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser to Life

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If you are a Central Florida local and want to join the crew of the Halcyon, it might be your lucky day. Disney has posted several positions at the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser hotel. Disney is asking for online submissions at this time. If you’re a fan eager for your first galactic cruise to Batuu, … Read more

PHOTOS: Full Tour of Star Wars May the 4th Merchandise at the Disneyland Shopping Event

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May the 4th be with you! It’s Star Wars Day, and we are here to show you all the merchandise available at the special shopping event. The event is located at the former ESPN Zone building at Downtown Disney District and requires a prior reservation to attend. Inside, the merchandise is set up in stations, … Read more

PHOTOS: Star Tours Disney Parks Wishables Speed Into Disneyland Resort for Star Wars Day

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Happy Star Wars Day! In celebration of May the 4th, new Star Tours Disney Parks Wishables have landed at The Star Trader in Tomorrowland at Disneyland Park. Check out the new squishable friends you can find in the blind bags, plus R2-D2! We managed to grab a full collection out at Walt Disney World, so … Read more

REVIEW: Limited-Time Interstellar Sweet and Crunchy Popcorn is a Spicy Star at Disney’s Hollywood Studios for May the 4th

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Happy Star Wars Day! We spent the day around Disney’s Hollywood Studios, checking out all the May the 4th offerings. No Disney trip is complete without popcorn, and we had to try this limited-time flavor. The Interstellar Sweet and Crunchy Popcorn is only available today, and tomorrow (May 4-5th), so you’ll want it on your … Read more

PHOTOS: Darth Vader Souvenir Stein Strikes Back at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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It’s the “Return of the Sith” at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Today is Star Wars Day, and all across Walt Disney World Resort, new treats and merchandise have arrived. This is not the first time we’ve seen the Darth Vader souvenir stein in the parks, but it has been YEARS since we last saw it and … Read more