Tables and Chairs Added to Connections Café and Eatery as Restaurant Nears Opening at EPCOT

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Connections Café and Eatery is quickly moving towards its opening, with the latest milestone quietly happening this morning at EPCOT. From the Walt Disney World Monorail, we could see that tables and chairs have been placed inside the restaurant, suggesting that guests may soon be able to try out EPCOT’s newest restaurant for themselves. Booth … Read more

New Country Bear Jamboree and Vintage License Plate 50th Anniversary Vault Collection T-Shirts Arrive at Walt Disney World

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Get ready for a blast from the past! Two new retro-inspired t-shirts have been released from the Vault Collection to celebrate Walt Disney World’s 50th anniversary. Vault Collection Country Bear Jamboree T-Shirt — $36.99 This t-shirt salutes an opening day attraction from the Magic Kingdom, none other than the one and only, original Country Bear … Read more

Toad Hall Restaurant Reopens at Disneyland Paris, Adds Vegan Fish Option to Menu

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If you’ve been looking for a spot to eat on the way to “nowhere in particular,” you’re in luck! Toad Hall Restaurant has reopened at Disneyland Park in Disneyland Paris. The reopening, which was announced in February, comes just days before the resort celebrates its 30th anniversary. Themed to Mr. Toad’s eclectic manor as depicted … Read more

New Jessica Rabbit Dress by The Dress Shop Struts Into Walt Disney World

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The fashion and glamor of Jessica Rabbit can now be yours, as the dress inspired by the character from “Who Framed Roger Rabbit?” has arrived at Walt Disney World. Jessica Rabbit Dress — $128.00 The dress, by The Dress Shop, was previously available on shopDisney in the United Kingdom. This simple-yet-elegant red dress seems perfect … Read more

House Republicans Contact Bob Chapek in Response to Disney’s Stance Against Florida’s ‘Don’t Say Gay’ Law

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As the controversy surrounding Florida’s divisive “Don’t Say Gay” bill and Disney’s response to it continues, a group of Republicans from the US House of Representatives have sent a letter to Disney CEO Bob Chapek condemning his stance against the bill, according to FOX Business. The letter, composed by Rep. Ralph Norman (R-SC), expresses extreme … Read more

Expedition Everest Reopening Timeframe Removed, Suggesting Refurbishment to Be Extended at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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It’s possible that guests may have to wait even longer to trek up the forbidden mountain on Expedition Everest. Previously, the Walt Disney World webpage for the attraction had claimed that the attraction would be closed at Disney’s Animal Kingdom through mid-April, but that language was removed from the website today, now leaving the timeframe … Read more

‘Dancing with the Stars’ to Move to Disney+ This Fall as First Live Series

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The Mirrorball Trophy will have a new home, as the popular competition series “Dancing with the Stars” will move to Disney+ for its new season this fall, according to Variety. The show departs ABC to become the streaming service’s first-ever series to be broadcast live. Reruns will not air on ABC. Kareem Daniel, the chairman … Read more

Hours Extended at All Four Walt Disney World Parks in Late April

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Guests will be able to spend even more time in all four Walt Disney World parks in April, as operating hours have been extended! Magic Kingdom At the Magic Kingdom, the park will now be open from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. from April 24-30, with Extended Evening Hours for guests staying at select resort … Read more

Groundbreaking for Storyliving by Disney’s Cotino Set for April 26

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The first big milestone for Storyliving by Disney has been scheduled for later this month, according to the “Palm Springs Desert Sun“‘s Sherry Barkas. Barkas reports that the groundbreaking for the first community, Cotino, will take place in a private ceremony April 26 in Rancho Mirage, California. Currently, the site is undergoing mass grading, which … Read more

Typhoon Lagoon to Be Closed Tomorrow, April 9

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Guests looking to hit the waves at Typhoon Lagoon will be left high and dry tomorrow, as the water park will be closed for the day of April 9. No reason for the closure has been given, and the water park is currently scheduled to be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday, … Read more

Feature Presentation Becomes New Home of Super Nintendo World Merchandise at Universal Studios Hollywood

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There’s a new home for Super Nintendo World merchandise at Universal Studios Hollywood. Souvenirs from the future section of the park can now be found at the Feature Presentation shop, just steps from the park entrance. The shop is home to exclusive apparel, accessories, and collectibles, including Mario and Luigi plush, as seen above. Much … Read more

BoxLunch Announces Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Vacation Sweepstakes

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BoxLunch is offering a sweepstakes for a Walt Disney World vacation to celebrate the resort’s 50th anniversary. Now through April 12, you can enter at this link for a 5-day, 4-night vacation package for four that will allow you to explore The Most Magical Place on Earth in style! The grand prize includes: 4-night stay … Read more

Kermit the Frog Marks Earth Month by Turning Spaceship Earth Green at EPCOT

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April marks Earth Month, and to celebrate being green, Disney Parks brought in a special guest to EPCOT: Kermit the Frog! Kermit helped to light up Spaceship Earth in a blue and green pattern, vaguely resembling the planet we all call home. The video, promoting the Disney Planet Possible initiative, also showed off a very … Read more

Narcoossee’s to Close for Extended Refurbishment June 18 at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

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Fans of Narcoossee’s should get their last reservations in for a while, as the restaurant is scheduled to close on June 18 for an extended refurbishment at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. It’s unclear as to when the restaurant is scheduled to reopen, though it is expected to be sometime later this year. The … Read more

LEGO Teases Muppets Minifigures Coming Soon, First Official Look at Kermit the Frog

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It’s time to get things started! LEGO has revealed its first official teaser of its upcoming line of Minifigures themed to the Muppets! The teaser revealed the Kermit the Frog Minifigure, peeking out from behind the Muppet Theater’s red curtain. While the whole series of Minifigures hasn’t been officially announced, it’s been reported that the … Read more

New Retro-Inspired ‘The Most Magical Place on Earth’ T-Shirt Rides into Walt Disney World

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With Walt Disney World currently celebrating its 50th anniversary, there’s been plenty of merchandise drawing on its past, and the latest addition features a familiar trio. Retro-style “The Most Magical Place on Earth” T-shirt — $36.99 This retro-inspired yellow t-shirt features Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, and Goofy riding in an antique automobile that looks like … Read more