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 Walls Up Around Former The VOID Location at Downtown Disney

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While exploring Downtown Disney District today at Disneyland Resort, we spotted a new project in progress. Walls have gone up around the former site of The VOID. The virtual reality experience closed permanently in July 2020, though they weren’t operating at the time due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Signage was removed in October 2020 but … Read more

New Marvel “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings” Trailer and Poster Released

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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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Marvel Studios has released the first trailer for the upcoming film Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, starring Simu Liu. An official poster was also released today, showing Simu Liu in full costume as Shang-Chi. Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings will have its theatrical release on September 3rd. It has … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Water Fountains Blast High in the Sky as Testing Continues for “Harmonious” 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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World Showcase Lagoon at EPCOT is busy this week with work ongoing at the site of the barges for “Harmonius.” Yesterday, we spotted the arrival of the primary pyrotechnic barges. Today, there was daytime testing of a large water fountain in front of the center barge. We’ve seen water fountain tests before on the smaller, … Read more

Details of Newest Disney Cruise Line Ship to Be Unveiled on April 29th

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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 newest vessel in the Disney Cruise Line’s lineup will make a virtual splash on April 29th, announced the Disney Parks Blog. While we’ve had a look at the ship before, this event will explore the Disney Wish in-depth, with background information from Imagineers and special appearances. The 30-minute special will be available on the … Read more

PHOTOS: New Plastic-Free Doll Packaging Debuts at Walt Disney World for Earth Day

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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 celebration of Earth Day this Thursday, the Disney Parks Blog has announced the debut of 100% recyclable plastic-free packaging for the classic doll line. The packaging is sustainably sourced paper that can be recycled curbside with your regular recycling pickup. Classic Dolls with Plastic-Free Packaging – $24.99 We found the dolls and their eco-friendly … Read more

PHOTOS: New Disneyland Resort Retro-Style Logo Phone Case Arrives at Downtown Disney District

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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 freshest tech needs the freshest gear, and the fashionistas among us know that means going retro. The newest item in the retro Disneyland Resort merchandise line has debuted in World of Disney at Downtown Disney District in the form of an iPhone 11 Pro Max case. Disneyland Resort Retro Logo Phone Case – $29.99 … Read more

PHOTOS: Disneyland Resort “My First Visit” Adult Ear Hat Debuts at Downtown Disney District

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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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Are you gearing up for your first visit to Disneyland Resort upon the April 30th reopening? A new commemorative adult Mickey ear hat is available to celebrate first visits and first returns to the parks, joining a Walt Disney World version of this hat, which also recently debuted. “My First Visit” Adult Ear Hat – … Read more

PHOTOS: Bring the Pub Home With New Rose & Crown Drink Mat

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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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If you like to “drink around the world” at home, the United Kingdom Pavilion at EPCOT wants to help you serve in style. Perfect for those festival-size beer flights (or actual full-size beer flights), you can now own a Rose & Crown drink mat. The Rose & Crown Dining Room reopened last month after a … Read more

PHOTOS: Kiki Tikis Splash Play Area Reopens at Disney’s Polynesian Village 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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Guests at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort can splash the day away again as the Kiki Tikis Splash Play Area reopens. While most of the resort is still closed as the rooms are themed to Moana, the Polynesian Villas and Bungalows are still open. The Kiki Tikis underwent a refurbishment beginning in February. While Disney’s official … Read more

Disneyland Resort Recalls More Cast Members Ahead of April 30th Reopening

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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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As Disneyland’s April 30th reopening grows closer, more Cast Members are being recalled to work. Workers United Local 50, a Cast Member union, posted on Facebook today about the newest recalls. Earlier this year, Disneyland recalled 232 food service workers when the parks were allowed to open dining venues. Now, they look to strengthen the … Read more

PHOTOS: More Images of New “Moana” Rooms Surface from Disney’s Polynesian Village 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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Thanks to a Walt Disney World Cast Member, we can show you yet another sneak peek into the new Moana rooms at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. Matt Kowaleski shared the photos on his Facebook page after attending an “Open Mouse” where Disney let Cast Members preview the room. Last month, Disney gave a sneak peek … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Disney Releases Full-Res Snow White’s Enchanted Wish Attraction Poster for Disneyland Park

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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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Disney has provided a better look at the attraction poster for Snow White’s Enchanted Wish at Disneyland. We of course found the poster outside the park a few weeks back. The official attraction poster was formally released. It can be seen near the entrance to Disneyland Park. A Disney Parks TikTok took a look inside … Read more

UPDATE: More Park Pass Availability Added for Disney’s Hollywood Studios Through July 1st

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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 reported that park reservations for Disney’s Hollywood Studios were booked through July 1st for resort guests and regular ticket holders. Now, Disney has updated their reservation availability calendar and added openings for select dates April now has availability on Saturday the 17th for all guests. Disney’s Hollywood Studios is also now available for … Read more

PHOTOS: Handwashing Stations Removed at Walt Disney World as COVID-19 Safety Procedures Relax

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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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Walt Disney World is seemingly aiming for a return to normal after a series of moves that relax procedures developed for the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. As Orange County Mayor Jerry Demmings works on a plan to relax mask mandates, Disney has moved in parallel. Earlier this month, guests were allowed to start removing masks while … Read more

Rise of the Resistance Now Down for “Several Hours” at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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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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Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, infamous for its frequent downtime, went down today around 1pm. The headliner of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge has struggled with long waits due to operational issues since it opened in 2019. As of 3:53pm, it is still not operating for guests. We spoke with a supervisor at Rise of … Read more

PHOTOS: Big Thunder Mountain GOAT and Other New Shirts Roll 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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If your wardrobe needs some spring updates, look no further than the Majestic Theater at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Big Thunder Mountain “GOAT” Shirt – $36.99 Cast your vote for the GOAT mountain at the Magic Kingdom with this Big Thunder Mountain Railroad tee. This shirt is part of the Disney Parks line by Her Universe. … Read more

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