PHOTOS: Yak & Yeti Local Food Cafes Reopens Without Mobile Order & Condiment Stations at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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We’re getting hungry at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, so we’re making a stop at Yak & Yeti Local Food Cafes to see what changes are in place. Much like the attractions in the park, social distancing markers have been set up in the queue. The creatively-designed menus remain, adding to the feel of the area. Perhaps … Read more

PHOTOS: Parisian Caricature Kiosk Removed from EPCOT’s France Pavilion

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One the artistic touches of EPCOT’s France Pavilion, the Parisian Caricature Kiosk, has said au revoir. The Rubio Arts cart was previously scheduled back in February to close on May 1st, before the COVID-19 pandemic closed the park for four months. Some displays have stayed up, though the loss of the cart does give the … Read more

PHOTOS: Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along & Impressions de France Reopen with Significantly Reduced Capacity at EPCOT

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“My Palais awakens with the late afternoon…” Bonjour from EPCOT’s France Pavilion, where the Palais du Cinema has reopened, which means guests can once again sing along to the story of Beauty and the Beast and witness the beauty of France. The heavy glare on the signage above the entrance makes it hard to tell … Read more

Universal Orlando Resort Pulls Retro “Fright Nights” Merchandise From Online Shop Over Year Misprint

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Universal Orlando Resort has pulled several items from its Halloween Horror Nights “30 Years 30 Fears” collection over an incorrect date misprinted on the merchandise. The items pulled were all themed to “Fright Nights,” the original name of the Halloween Horror Nights event. The year on the merchandise was listed as 1990, however, Fright Nights … Read more

Adventures by Disney Cancels Most Trips Through September 30th Due to COVID-19 Concerns

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After canceling all trips through September 15th, Adventures by Disney has announced that, for the safety and well being of all guests and Cast Members, nearly all trips through September 30, 2020 have been suspended. Only the Iceland adventure beginning September 19th and the Arizona & Utah adventure beginning September 21st are exempted. The following message … Read more

Marvel Studios’ “The Falcon and the Winter Soldier” Disney+ Release Date Delayed

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With the COVID-19 pandemic delaying film and television production across the industry, “The Falcon and the Winter Soldier” has had its release date delayed, according to Variety. The show, scheduled to be Marvel Studios’ first series for Disney+, was announced to premiere on the streaming service in August, however, when the new release schedule was … Read more

Scent Effects Return to Spaceship Earth’s “Burning Rome” Scene at EPCOT

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Guests can once again feel the full experience of the fall of Rome, as smellitzers have been once again turned on aboard Spaceship Earth. Just days after we reported that scent effects had been turned off at Spaceship Earth, the burning smell has returned to the EPCOT attraction. The scene depicts the burning of the … Read more

Celebrate Disneyland’s 65th Anniversary With These Vintage Park Documents – From the “Adventure in Disneyland” Comic Book to Tom Sawyer Island Maps, and More

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Today marks the 65th anniversary of The Happiest Place on Earth, and to celebrate, we’re taking a trip back in time thanks to our collection of vintage documents of from Disneyland’s history! Note: While we’ve shared these documents in images, WIGS Members have access to download a full-resolution PDF of each one. Head on over to Patreon.com/wdwnt to join … Read more

PHOTOS: Construction Walls Down at “it’s a small world” Queue After Refurbishment in the Magic Kingdom

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After nearly six months, construction walls are finally down on the queue to “it’s a small world” at the Magic Kingdom. Now, the standby entrance and queue are once again visible from the walkways of Fantasyland. The walls had previously gone up in late January ahead of the queue’s refurbishment. In the meantime, the standby … Read more

PHOTOS: The Donut Box Prepares to Return This Fall with a New Menu at EPCOT

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While EPCOT has finally reopened to the public, a number of its culinary offerings still remain closed. Thankfully, we now know that at least one location will be returning this Fall. New signage has gone up at The Donut Box, which will be featuring a brand-new menu. The stand previously appeared at the 2019 Epcot … Read more

SHOP: New Disneyland 65th Anniversary Merchandise Arrives on shopDisney

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Disneyland turns 65 today, and shopDisney is joining in on the celebration with the release of new merchandise! From plush to ornaments, backpacks to spirit jerseys, there’s plenty to celebrate The Happiest Place on Earth! Mickey Mouse Plush – Disneyland 65th Anniversary – Small – 13” – $22.99 Mickey Mouse sure looks super spiffy to … Read more

PHOTOS: Splash Mountain Merchandise Restocked at Splashdown Photos in the Magic Kingdom

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Since the Magic Kingdom reopened, Splash Mountain merchandise has been flying off the shelves. (At least when the shelves have it!) Guests got another crack at select merchandise today, which was restocked this morning at Splashdown Photos. Cast members opened bags of Br’er Rabbit, Br’er Fox, and Br’er Bear plush to an eagerly awaiting crowd. … Read more

PHOTOS: Splash Mountain Pressed Pennies Still Available at the Magic Kingdom

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It may be hard to find Splash Mountain merchandise at the Magic Kingdom following the announcement that the attraction is closing, but thankfully, there’s still one thing that’s very much in stock: Pressed Pennies! Guests can find six different designs themed to Splash Mountain, along with two other Frontierland favorites. From Splash Mountain, guests can … Read more

Nashville SC Withdrawn From MLS is Back Tournament at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex Following Nine Positive COVID-19 Tests

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Just days after the MLS is Back Tournament began at Walt Disney World’s ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex, a second team has left the competition. Nashville SC has withdrawn from the tournament following nine players testing positive for COVID-19 tests. Previously, FC Dallas also withdrew from the tournament for similar reasons. According to the … Read more

SHOP: D23 Gold & Gold Family Member Exclusive Pins from Cancelled and Postponed Events Now Available on shopDisney

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While the COVID-19 pandemic has forced D23 to alter its plans for live events across the country, the exclusive pins for Gold and Gold Family members for select events have surfaced on shopDisney. The pins mark the 25th anniversaries of A Goofy Movie, as well as the “Fantastic Worlds” theme of the postponed Destination D, … Read more

PHOTOS: Fantasyland Turrets Repainted to Match New Cinderella Castle Color Scheme at the Magic Kingdom

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Cinderella Castle’s new color scheme doesn’t seem to be stopping with the castle itself. Turrets around the Magic Kingdom’s Fantasyland are receiving the same royal blue color scheme as the turrets on the castle. Back in February, Disney announced the new color scheme inspired by the film Cinderella Castle is based on, with new rose … Read more