WDWNT Daily Recap (11/21/20): Bonjour! Village Gifts Reopens at the Magic Kingdom, Holiday Decorations Arrive at Disney’s Boardwalk Resort, New Galaxy’s Edge Merch, A Peppermint Bundt Cake Shake at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and More

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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 Saturday, November 21, 2020. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Tropical Island Christmas Decorations Arrive at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort

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The magic of the holidays is arriving at Walt Disney World Resort hotels, and when you get the island vibe of Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort in the spirit, the result is some gorgeous decorations! Wreaths have been hung by the Old Port Royale entrance along with garlands decorated with colorful ribbons and ornaments. (Feel free … Read more

Universal Orlando Resort Announces Exclusive NEW Holiday Tour Add-On, Including Private Showing of The Magic of Christmas at Hogwarts Castle

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There’s a new way to get a close-up look at all the holiday fun that Universal Orlando Resort has to offer! Universal’s Holiday Tour will take place on select dates from November 22nd through January 3rd. The guided tour will offer hot cocoa and a visit with The Grinch. Guests will also receive front-of-the-line access … Read more

PHOTOS: NEW Resort Gingerbread 2020 Ornament Pins Debut at Walt Disney World – Featuring Figment, Moana, and More

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Even though there won’t be gingerbread houses at Walt Disney World Resort hotels this year, the popular holiday centerpieces still get their due as part of an ornament-shaped pin collection! The pins, themed to select resort hotels and EPCOT, are limited edition, with edition sizes varying depend on the resorts. Let’s take a closer look! … Read more

PHOTOS: Capacity Reduced, Indoor Dining Suspended Around the Downtown Disney District as Orange County Enters Purple “Widespread” COVID-19 Tier

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As Orange County has reentered California’s purple “widespread” COVID-19 tier, shop capacity has been reduced and indoor dining suspended all around the Downtown Disney District. With the restrictions that come with the tier, non-grocery retail stores must operate at a maximum of 25%. Above, you can see how that affects The Dress Shop. When our … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Santa Claus Arrives on a Pontoon Boat for the NEW Winter Watercade at Disney Springs

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He’s ridden a float at the Magic Kingdom, cruised in a convertible at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and sailed on a flotilla at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and now, Santa Claus is coming to Disney Springs… on a pontoon boat! We spotted the Winter Watercade in the Marketplace, featuring jolly old St. Nick floating along with Mrs. … Read more

PHOTOS: NEW “Winter Magic” Minnie Ear Headband Arrives at the Disneyland Resort

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There’s a chill in the air, which must mean that winter is on its way. Of course, a new season also means new merchandise at the Disneyland Resort! This Minnie ear headband is part of the new “Winter Magic” line, celebrating the icy fun that winter brings. The ears are covered in a gray soft … Read more

PHOTOS: Entrance Facade Work Continues on Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Coaster at EPCOT

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Just a day after we reported that façade work had begun on Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind at EPCOT, things have moved along quite a bit. We now have a better look at the aluminum studs for a wall that’s being installed in front of the former Universe of Energy building. Most of the … Read more

REVIEW: NEW Mickey Mouse Gingerbread Cookie, Holiday Coconut Macaroon, and Peppermint Bark Debut at Disney’s BoardWalk

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The holidays are in full swing around Walt Disney World, and today, we’ve received the gift of three new holiday treats at Disney’s BoardWalk. This attractive-looking trio debuted today, so we had to try them out! Mickey Mouse Gingerbread Cookie — $5.99 First up is a Mickey Mouse gingerbread cookie. The cookie is dipped in … Read more

PHOTOS: Lightsaber Blades Now On Sale at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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If you’re looking for a sale from a more civilized age, there’s a deal for you at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Nestled inside Dok-Ondar’s Den of Antiquities, there’s a special sale on lightsaber blades. Guests can purchase all three sizes for $30.00 each, plus tax. Normally, these are priced at either … Read more

Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway Now Seating Guests on Both Sides of Plexiglass Dividers, Drastically Shortening Wait Times at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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A change to seating policy has led to significantly reduced wait times for Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Currently, Cast Members are double-loading guests, seating them on both side of the plexiglass dividers that have been installed on attraction vehicles. Plexiglass was also installed on vehicles for Star Wars: Rise of … Read more

PHOTOS: Space 220 Entrance Sign Installed at Upcoming EPCOT Restaurant

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While we still don’t have an opening date, another major milestone in the construction of Space 220 has been reached at EPCOT. Signage is now in place near the queue for Mission: SPACE, where the entrance will be located for the restaurant. Previously, we saw a similar sign partially revealed in front of the attraction. … Read more

Bret Iwan, Voice of Mickey Mouse, Reveals NEW Disney Parks Designer Collection “On Air” Mickey Ears To Be Released Tomorrow

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In honor of Mickey Mouse’s birthday, the current voice of the iconic character, Bret Iwan, has revealed a sneak peek of the Mickey ears he designed for the Disney Parks Designer Collection. The Mickey ears, which pay homage to his voice acting by having the ears resemble a microphone, are set to be released at … Read more

Walt Disney World Park Pass Availability Replenished for November & December 2020, Full Availability for Annual Passholders on New Year’s Eve

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Walt Disney World Park Passes have been replenished for part of November and most of December 2020. All four parks are now currently available for all types of guests, including Disney Resort Guests, Annual Passholders, and guests with theme park tickets, for November 29th and 30th. Most types of passes are also available throughout the … Read more

PHOTOS: TRON Lightcycle Run Construction Uploads New Illuminated Canopy Pieces at the Magic Kingdom

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Greetings from the Grid! Work on the illuminated canopy for TRON Lightcycle / Run seems to be moving along steadily at the Magic Kingdom. There’s always something new happening over on the construction site, so let’s take a look at what’s going on! From the deck of the Astro Orbiter, we can see the framework … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Tour a Massive 2-Bedroom Villa with a Preferred View at Disney’s Riviera Resort

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If you’ve been following our Walt Disney World resort hotel room tours, you might notice we’ve gone from animated comfort to Mediterranean luxury! We’re touring a Preferred View Two-Bedroom Villa at Disney’s Riviera Resort, and it’s chock full of lavish design, with just a touch of Disney magic! As you enter the villa, you’ll find … Read more