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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: “Cars” Road Trip, New Disney Junior Show Set Pieces Revealed for Disneyland Paris

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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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Just yesterday, we reported the concept art and schematics for a scene in the new Cars Road Trip attraction coming to Walt Disney Studios Parc. The company behind the manufacturing of the “World’s Biggest Lug Nut,” Petras, posted a photo to their Facebook page in February. The photo shows the Petras crew installing the lug … Read more

PHOTOS: Surfacing Being Applied to Flooring As Work Continued on Cinderella Castle Stage at 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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As part of the ongoing makeover of Cinderella Castle for the 50th anniversary celebrations later this year, the castle stage is undergoing a refurbishment. Earlier this month, after completion of the heating elements, crews began installing wood panel flooring. The floor panels have all been installed and resurfacing has begun. The panels are sealed together … Read more

PHOTOS: Jewels Added to Turrets of Cinderella Castle for 50th Anniversary Makeover at 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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Cinderella Castle is even more glamorous today with the addition of four new decorations. The castle’s new look celebrates the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World Resort, the Magic Kingdom, and Cinderella Castle itself. The repainting is done, the bunting is set, and it’s time to shine with new jewels added to the castle. The … Read more

PHOTOS: Repainting Begins at Dumbo the Flying Elephant for 50th Anniversary of 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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It’s almost time for “The World’s Most Magical Celebration,” and things are starting to get “EARidescent” over at Storybook Circus. Other areas of Fantasyland have been receiving the royal treatment. It’s Dumbo the Flying Elephant’s time to step into the ring, and the right side of the classic attraction has been repainted. The Big Top … Read more

UPDATE: Disney’s Hollywood Studios Reservations Fully Booked for Theme Park Ticket Holders, Resort Guests through July 1, 2021

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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’s theme park reservations calendar has some disappointing news for many guests. All reservations for Disney’s Hollywood Studios, home to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, are no longer available through July 1st for those guests who have single or multiday tickets, or even guests at select Walt Disney World resorts. At this time, Annual … Read more

Moana Returns to Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa

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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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Make way, make way! Moana of Motunui is returning to Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa in Hawai’i. As announced today on the Disney Parks Blog, Moana will meet and greet guests at the gorgeous O’ahu getaway. Earlier this month, Aulani announced the return of character dining as well. The tropical paradise has tons of … Read more

PHOTOS: New Hello Kitty, Betty Boop Face Coverings at Universal Orlando 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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Just like Hello Kitty always says, “You can never have too many face coverings!” (She actually says friends, but I think she’d agree with me here). Three new face covering styles have arrived today at Universal Orlando Resort starring Hello Kitty and Betty Boop. Most of the masks at Universal are $8 each or 3 … Read more

PHOTOS: New “Bao” Dumpling Mug Served Up at Disneyland 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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A precious dumpling mug based on the Disney PIXAR short Bao has rolled into World of Disney at Downtown Disney District. It’s almost cute enough to eat! Bao tells the story of a mother’s love for her son as she raises a bao bun come-to-life. It’s a poignant allegory based on a play on words, … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Classic Elements Returning Amongst Changes to The Haunted Mansion at Disneyland Revealed

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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 Disney Parks Blog has revealed new changes to the Haunted Mansion at Disneyland Resort in anticipation of the park’s reopening on April 30th. The Parks Blog said, “Upon your return to the Haunted Mansion at Disneyland park, you may discover the ghosts have been busy updating a few elements in and around the estate…” “April to December” returns … Read more

UPDATE: “Cars Road Trip” to Open With Walt Disney Studios Paris Reopening, Sign Revealed

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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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Start your engines! Announced today in a video celebrating the 29th anniversary of Disneyland Paris, the new Cars Road Trip attraction will celebrate its opening when Walt Disney Studios Paris reopens. The park has been closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Cars Road Trip replaces the former Studio Tram Tour. The Imagineers treated us to … Read more

PHOTOS: New “Play in the Park” Dress Grooves Into Disneyland 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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If you just can’t get enough from The Dress Shop, groove on down to Downtown Disney District to check out the newest arrival. While we’ve seen “Play at the Park” line products arrive at Disney Springs, this is the first we’ve seen at Disneyland Resort. This A-line dress evokes the styles of the 1970s with … Read more

PHOTOS: Hallways Covered at Disney’s Contemporary Resort as “The Incredibles” Room Refurbishment 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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Some incredible changes are coming to Disney’s Contemporary Resort! Last week, we reported that rooms inside the resort had been covered as the refurbishment began in full force. Disney confirmed in February that rooms inside the main tower would be undergoing refurbishment from April to September of this year. Now, sections of the hallway that … Read more

Adventures by Disney Itineraries & Dates for 2022 Now Available, Booking Begins April 12th

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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 suspending most of their previous departures, Adventures By Disney is now advertising destinations for trips departing in 2022. Adventures by Disney recently announced expedition cruises to Antarctica and Patagonia and to the Galápagos Islands—with a third Antarctica sailing added soon after due to popular demand. A full list of destinations available to visit with … Read more

Phoebe Waller-Bridge Joins Cast of Fifth “Indiana Jones” Film, John Williams Returns as Composer

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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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Fantastic news has been announced for fans of the popular Indiana Jones series! John Williams, the much-lauded composer, has been confirmed to return for the fifth installment of Indiana Jones and we received a casting update as well. Williams composed the iconic original theme song, “The Raiders March.” He has worked on every score in … Read more

PHOTOS: Additional Temporary Supports Removed as Work Continues on TRON Lightcycle Run Canopy 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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TRON fans eagerly awaiting a trip into the grid may be disappointed by today’s update on TRON Lightcycle / Run’s construction. After last week’s rapid progress, the removal of temporary supports from the canopy frame seems to have slowed. However, there was much afoot on the worksite today. It appears that more temporary supports have … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Ride the All-New “The Secret Life of Pets: Off the Leash” Dark Ride at 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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When Universal Studios Hollywood reopens on April 16th after its yearlong COVID-19 closure, “The Secret Life of Pets: Off the Leash” will open to guests as well. The ride was in technical rehearsal during “Taste of Universal” and we were able to catch a ride. Watch the full ride here: Team Members are out front … Read more

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