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.

PHOTOS: Construction of New Monorail Station, Porte-Cochére Continues 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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It’s a beautiful sunny day in Orlando, and we took a stroll at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort to bring you another construction update! Progress is moving smoothly, with the resort set to reopen in late July of this year. A walk past the Moana rooms shows that some rooms are still covered and likely unfinished. … Read more

New Pixar Short “22 vs. Earth” is a Soul Spinoff, Arrives on Disney+ April 30th

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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 Pixar short entitled “22 vs. Earth” will be premiering on Disney+ on April 30th. A spinoff from the latest Disney Pixar film Soul, the short follows soul 22 as they refuse to go to Earth. Disney provided a first look at the new short, which will see the return of Tina Fey … Read more

Wine Bar George, Plus New Walt Disney World & Universal Orlando Stores Coming to Orlando International Airport’s New Terminal

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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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At today’s Greater Orlando Airport Aviation (GOAA) meeting, a floor map schematic revealed the new offerings coming to MCO’s Terminal C. A new Walt Disney World store, Universal Studios Store, and a Wine Bar George location were among the reveals for level two of the new Terminal C, which has yet to open. This screenshot … Read more

PHOTOS: Planter Work Underway in Adventureland at the Magic Kingdom for Park’s 50th Anniversary

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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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Fantasyland isn’t the only area of the Magic Kingdom under refurbishment! Projects in progress can be found all around the park as we approach the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World Resort. With the ongoing changes to the Jungle Cruise to the repurposing of Agrabah Bazaar, Adventureland is no different. We found a new refreshment … Read more

PHOTO, VIDEO: New “Cars” Lightning McQueen Adult Crocs Take the Wheel on April 27th

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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 love matching outfits or you want your shoes to “float like a Cadillac and sting like a Beemer,” you won’t want to miss out on the latest style in a collaboration between Crocs and Disney: Cars Lightning McQueen Crocs for adults. On April 27th at 12pm ET, you can start your engines and … Read more

PHOTOS: New “The Falcon and the Winter Soldier” MagicBand Swoops Into 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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The finale of Marvel’s latest Disney+ hit, The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, premieres this Friday the 23rd, but you can now drop into The Emporium at the Magic Kingdom to show your support. A limited-edition MagicBand featuring the dynamic duo is now available. The Falcon and the Winter Soldier MagicBand – $34.99 Like the … Read more

PHOTOS: A Walkthrough of the New Process for Filling Beverages at Self-Service Stations 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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Today, Disney has changed their COVID-19 safety protocol to allow guests once again to fill their own beverages at self-service stations around Walt Disney World Resort. We checked out the new process for filling beverages in action at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. There are social distancing stickers set up at the station and in the line. … Read more

Guests Once Again Allowed to Fill Their Own Beverages at Self-Service Refill Stations 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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Another COVID-19 safety procedure has been updated. Disney changed their website to reflect the new protocol, allowing guests to use self-service stations to fill their refillable mugs and beverages. Previously, guests had to be served by Cast Members since the parks reopened last summer. However, Blizzard Beach has been allowing guests to refill their own … Read more

PHOTOS: “American Idol” Filming Today 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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American Idol‘s traditional “Disney Night” will be airing on Sunday, May 2nd, and this year, they’re filming at Walt Disney World. American Idol and Walt Disney World have a storied history. The 2017 season kicked off auditions at Disney Springs. Disney’s Hollywood Studios also used to host The American Idol Experience, where guests could compete … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEOS: Imagineering Playtests Incredible “Lifesize” Tiny Tinker Bell Virtual Meet & Greet 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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Disneyland Resort has yet to reopen, but select guests were treated to a magical experience at the “A Touch of Disney” event at Disney California Adventure. Imagineering was conducting a playtest of a potential new experience: a meet-and-greet with a “lifesize” tiny Tinker Bell. Jenn Tanaka posted her family’s experience on Instagram. Her family was … Read more

PHOTOS: Prop Repainting and Canopy Replacement Taking Place at The Barnstormer for the 50th Anniversary of 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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Hold onto your hats! Refurbishments have begun at The Barnstormer at Fantasyland as part of the ongoing preparations for the 50th anniversary of the Magic Kingdom. The park turns the big 5-0 on October 1st of this year, and all around the park, Imagineers have been hard at work to make sure everything is in … Read more

UPDATE: California May Now Allow Fully Vaccinated Out-of-State Guests to Visit Disneyland, 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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Out-of-state travelers craving California may soon be in luck. A series of policy changes indicate that California may soon allow out-of-state guests who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to visit Southern California’s many theme parks. As noted by Twitter user Leslie Harvey, California’s Blueprint for a Safer Economy was updated without fanfare on April 19th. … Read more

Select Disney Springs Restaurants Increasing Staff, Offering $500 Sign-On Bonus

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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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Recently, Disney Parks on both coasts have brought back staff in anticipation of increased crowds as we approach summer. Disney Springs, popular with both locals and tourists for dining, is also seeking to bolster their teams. Patina Restaurant Group, the company behind several restaurants at Disney Springs, is looking for new employees in various roles. … Read more

PHOTOS: Repainting of Dumbo the Flying Elephant & Casey Jr. Splash ‘N’ Soak Station Continues at 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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Fantasyland continues to be under extensive refurbishments in anticipation of the 50th anniversary of Magic Kingdom this October. While all areas of the park have been receiving attention, Fantasyland has been getting the most updating with shops and attractions receiving façade work. Over in Storybook Circus, repainting continues on Dumbo the Flying Elephant and Casey … Read more

PHOTOS: New Disneyland Resort Bucket Hat Joins Spirit Jersey Collection at Downtown Disney District

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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 can’t get enough Spirit Jersey items, then World of Disney at Downtown Disney District has the hat for you! Top off your outfit with this classic black-and-white bucket hat. Disneyland Resort Bucket Hat by Spirit Jersey – $34.99 The Disneyland Resort logo is on the front of the black hat. The Spirit Jersey … Read more

Walt Disney World Cast Members to Receive Complimentary One-Night Resort Hotel 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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Scott Gustin with Nexstar Media Group reported on Twitter that current and furloughed Cast Members at Walt Disney World in Florida will be receiving a complimentary one-night resort stay. More details will be incoming from Disney at a later date. Cast members should receive official information and instructions from Disney soon. Follow WDWNT for more … Read more

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