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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.

Guest Drops Apple Watch on EPCOT Ride & Jumps Out to Get It, Then Has $40,000 in Fraudulent Credit Card Charges

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A woman lost her watch on a ride at EPCOT last month. That innocent mistake cost more than $40,000. Here’s what happened, according to the report from the Orange County Sheriff’s Office. The woman was fidgeting with her Apple watch while she rode the slow-moving The Seas with Nemo & Friends attraction on April 13. … Read more

EPCOT Food & Wine Booths and Concert Lineup Announced, Disney Files Patent for Changing Effects on Ride Vehicles, and More: Daily Recap (5/19/22)

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We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Thursday, May 19, 2022. Walt Disney World EPCOT … Read more

Disney Parks, Experiences, and Products Division Sees Reorganization Following George Kalogridis’ Exit

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As we reported earlier, Disney Parks executive and Walt Disney World Opening Day Cast Member George Kalogridis has announced his retirement. In the wake of his announcement, division Chairman Josh D’Amaro has announced a reorganization of the Disney Parks, Experiences, and Products department. With the reorganization, Kalogridis’ domain of Segment Development and Enrichment will be … Read more

Disney Parks Executive and Walt Disney World Opening Cast Member George Kalogridis to Retire

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George Kalogridis, the President of Segment Development and Enrichment for Disney Parks, Experiences and Products, has announced his impending retirement. Kalogridis, who served as President of Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort at points during his career, will be leaving the company after more than 50 years. The University of Central Florida graduate was part … Read more

RUMOR: Avengers Campus Opening on June 27 at Walt Disney Studios Park in Paris

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With an announcement reportedly coming tomorrow, we have heard that Avengers Campus will be opening on June 27, 2022, at Walt Disney Studios Park in Paris. A press event will likely take place June 24-26, with Annual Passholder previews sometime between June 15-20. It could end up delayed, but this is what we are currently … Read more

‘Big Hero 6’ Spinoff Series ‘Baymax!’ Coming to Disney+ on June 29

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“Baymax!,” the “Big Hero 6” spinoff series, officially has a release date. It will debut on Disney+ this summer on June 29. “Baymax!” follows the robot character of the same name in his adventures as a personal healthcare companion. Scott Adsit (“30 Rock”) returns as the voice actor for Baymax, alongside Maya Rudolph (“The Good … Read more

Off-Duty Detective on Vacation Stops Guest from Beating 5-Year-Old Over Buying a Lightsaber at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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A police detective vacationing with his family at Walt Disney World intervened to stop a tourist from beating his 5-year-old child at Disney’s Hollywood Studios last month, according to court records. The tourist, Fernando Cunha, 49, who is from Brazil, was arrested on April 27 and charged with felony child abuse after he repeatedly struck … Read more

CONFIRMED: Universal’s Superstar Parade Ending on June 4

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If you love the Superstar Parade at Universal Studios Florida, you have through June 4 to catch your last viewing. As we reported earlier, the parade is coming to an end. “Universal’s Superstar Parade will end its run on June 4 to make way for new entertainment experiences,” reads the official statement. Check out our … Read more

BREAKING: Universal Monsters: Legends Collide Coming to Halloween Horror Nights 31 at Universal Orlando Resort

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Universal Orlando Resort has officially announced the first house in the lineup for Halloween Horror Nights 31: Universal Monsters: Legends Collide. The description reads, “If you thought one Universal Monster was scary, how about three? Better summon your scream squad, ‘cause you’re about to get caught in the middle of an epic battle between The … Read more

EPCOT To Close Early on June 5, No ‘Harmonious’ Performance Scheduled

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EPCOT is now scheduled to close at 8 p.m. rather than 9 p.m. on Sunday, June 5. Likely due to the early closing, no performance of Harmonious will occur on that date. As previously announced, the park will open early that day at 8 a.m., so park guests will still have the typical full 12 … Read more

DeSantis Wants State to Control Reedy Creek, New Jersey Brothers Kicked Out of EPCOT and Flee Across Crescent Lake Resorts, Cosmic Rewind Causing Motion Sickness, & More: Daily Recap (5/16/22)

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We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Monday, May 16, 2022. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more

New Jersey Brothers Get Drunk and Kicked Out of EPCOT, Flee Across Crescent Lake Resorts

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The trouble started at the pub in the United Kingdom pavilion at EPCOT. It ended with two New Jersey brothers in jail and plenty of Disney guests frightened by the chaos they witnessed at the Most Magical Place on Earth. The Orange County Sheriff’s report said a group of four guests were acting disorderly in … Read more

Governor DeSantis Wants State of Florida to Take Over Reedy Creek Improvement District Rather Than Local Governments

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Governor Ron DeSantis has stated that he intends for the State of Florida to take control of the Reedy Creek Improvement District rather than the local governments, according to the Orlando Sentinel. DeSantis recently signed a law that will lead to the dissolution of the Reedy Creek Improvement District, which is currently run by Walt … Read more

EPCOT’s New Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Roller Coaster is Causing Motion Sickness For a Fair Amount of Guests

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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 attraction at EPCOT has not officially opened, but guests and Cast Members have been enjoying previews of Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind for a few weeks now. However, many are reporting motion sickness after riding. The the first roller coaster the history of EPCOT and the first reverse launch coaster for Disney … Read more

More Avengers Campus Details Revealed for Disneyland Paris, New Tiki Mug and POG Drink Come to Disney’s Polynesian Resort, and More: Daily Recap (5/15/22)

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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 bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Sunday, May 15, 2022. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more

Universal Monsters: Legends Collide Announced for HHN Hollywood, Monsters Café Permanently Closes in Orlando, Epic Universe Update, and More: UPNT Weekly Recap (5/9/22-5/15/22)

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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 bring you a lot of stories. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Weekly Recap for May 9 – May 15, 2022. Universal Orlando Resort Some … Read more

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