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.

REVIEW: Whoopie Pie, Pretzel Sticks, and Sugar Cookies are Cute 2022 Lunar New Year Snacks at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & 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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Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa has some sweet treats in stock at the GCH Holiday Cart for the 2022 Lunar Year. Each of the four new confections celebrates the Year of the Tiger! GCH Holiday Cart for 2022 Lunar New Year at Disney California Adventure Menu for GCH Holiday Cart for 2022 Lunar New … Read more

REVIEW: Valentine’s Day Strawberry and Chocolate Dole Whip Returns to Disney Springs

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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 Valentine’s Day Dole Whip, perfect for sharing with your sweetheart, has returned to Marketplace Snacks at Disney Springs. Valentine’s Day Dole Whip – $5.49 A swirl of Dole Whip strawberry and chocolate soft-serve with chocolate-dipped strawberry garnish This beautiful Dole Whip looks exactly like its picture. While it is a swirl of both strawberry … Read more

PHOTOS: Full List (With Locations) of All Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Pressed Pennies

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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 offering many opportunities to celebrate its 50th anniversary, including new pressed penny designs. These classic souvenirs can be found across the resort, so we’ve assembled a full guide with photos and locations of each celebratory coin. Magic Kingdom The Emporium The Emporium has three pressed penny machines with 50th pennies. Piglet, … Read more

REVIEW: Gochujang Wings, Street Corn, and Cotton Candy from Paradise Gardens Cart at 2022 Lunar New Year in 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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The 2022 Lunar New Year celebrations have kicked off at Disney California Adventure, and the special events cart in Paradise Gardens has a selection of new offerings. Paradise Gardens Cart for 2022 Lunar New Year at Disney California Adventure Menu for Paradise Gardens Cart for 2022 Lunar New Year at Disney California Adventure Food Item: … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: It’s Alive! Classic Monsters Tribute Store Opens at Universal Studios Florida

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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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A new tribute store dedicated to the Classic Monsters has been brought to life at Universal Studios Florida. While Revenge of the Mummy goes through a lengthy refurbishment, its exit gift shop (Sahara Traders) has been transformed. The front of the store is still very Mummy-themed, but each monster has its own area further inside. … Read more

The Vacationeer is Seeking a Travel Agency Manager

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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 Official Travel Agency sponsor of WDWNT is seeking a new Travel Agency Manager. The Vacationeer Travel Agency is a Platinum Level Authorized Disney Vacation Planner Agency as well as a Platinum level Universal Preferred Agency. If you have experience in a Management and/or Training Manager role within a large Travel Agency and extensive experience … Read more

PHOTOS: Explore the Official Map of the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser

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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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In addition to the itinerary, future Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser guests can now view other tools in the Datapad, including a map of the ship. The map is under the “Map” tab, which allows you to see both Black Spire Outpost and the Halcyon. Guest cabins are located on Decks 4, 5, and 7. Take … Read more

The Maleficent Dragon Float Will Return With the Festival of Fantasy Parade 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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It was just announced that the Festival of Fantasy parade will return to the Magic Kingdom on March 9 and the Maleficent Dragon float is set to return with it. Rumors previously indicated that the fire-breathing float would not return, but fans will be glad to hear that Maleficent will prowl the streets of the … Read more

BREAKING: New Disney Adventure Friends Cavalcade to Debut on February 11 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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The new Disney Adventure Friends Cavalcade, celebrating the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World, is set to debut at the Magic Kingdom on February 11. The cavalcade will feature the most characters in any Walt Disney World cavalcade yet with over 30 Disney and Pixar characters, including Moana, Miguel from “Coco,” Clarabelle Cow, Baloo and … Read more

FIRST LOOK: Full Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Itinerary Available Now for Guests With Upcoming Voyages

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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 aboard the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser will use the Datapad (part of the Play Disney Parks app) for many things, including managing their itinerary. Guests scheduled to depart on select March dates can now view the itinerary, a map of the ship, and more. The new “Events” tab on the left features Starcruiser information. … Read more

FIRST LOOK: Mardi Gras Tribute Store Debuts ‘Float Factory’ Façade at Universal Studios Florida

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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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It’s almost time for the biggest party of the year at Universal Studios Florida and construction for the Mardi Gras Tribute Store is officially underway. The new Float Factory façade appeared this morning. The façade resembles a brick and concrete factory, with an open wooden crate door. There are faux windows and real lights shining … Read more

Walt Disney World Begins to Remove Iconic Purple Roadway Signs, Replaces First for Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser

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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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In the latest of many aesthetic changes around Walt Disney World, the iconic purple roadway signs are getting a new look. The new color scheme debuted this morning as signs were replaced to include directions for Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser guests. The new style matches the blues at the Transportation and Ticket Center, which was … Read more

REVIEW: Hong Kong-style Milk Tea From Lucky Fortune Cookery at 2022 Lunar New Year in 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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Lucky Fortune Cookery is getting in on the 2022 Lunar New Year celebrations at Disney California Adventure with a special seasonal drink! Lucky Fortune Cookery for 2022 Lunar New Year at Disney California Adventure Menu for Lucky Fortune Cookery for 2022 Lunar New Year at Disney California Adventure Beverages: 🆕Hong Kong-style Milk Tea: Black tea … Read more

Minnie Mouse to Show Off New Pantsuit for Women’s History Month at Walt Disney Studios Park in Paris

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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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Beginning March 6, in celebration of Women’s History Month, guests at Walt Disney Studios Park in Paris can meet Minnie Mouse as she shows off her first pantsuit outfit. Designed by Stella McCartney, the pantsuit features Minnie’s signature polka dots and bows. McCartney will also release a t-shirt featuring the design on March 8, available … Read more

REVIEW: Brown Sugar Steam Bun, White Hot Chocolate, and Apple Cider Cocktail for 2022 Lunar New Year 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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For the 2022 Lunar New Year at Disney California Adventure, guests can pick up some special treats from the seasonal cart at the Redwood Creek Challenge Trail. Redwood Creek Challenge Trail Seasonal Cart for 2022 Lunar New Year at Disney California Adventure Menu for Redwood Creek Challenge Trail Seasonal Cart for 2022 Lunar New Year … Read more

DLNT is Looking to Hire Disneyland Resort Reporters

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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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As WDWNT continues to grow, we are looking for additional local reporters to expand our Disneyland News Today staff. This position requires a specific time commitment and availability each week, and the start date is immediate.  Qualified applicants will reside in the southern California area. Work hours will be variable, but will require travel to … Read more

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