Disney’s Winter Summerland Miniature Golf to Reopen at Walt Disney World November 6th, Fantasia Gardens Closing

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Grab your putters, because Disney’s Winter Summerland Miniature Golf is reopening November 6th! From Disney Parks Blog: With the fall and winter seasons approaching in Florida, Disney’s Winter Summerland Miniature Golf will reopen to guests beginning Nov. 6 at Walt Disney World Resort. Winter Summerland Miniature Golf offers two uniquely themed 18-hole courses, each with … Read more

California’s Secretary of Health and Human Services Says There’s “No Promise of a Specific Date” for Theme Park Reopening Guidelines

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It seems that the fight to reopen California’s theme and amusement parks has no deadline for a conclusion. In a press conference earlier today, the state’s Secretary of Health and Human Services, Dr. Mark Ghaly, stated that there’s “no promise of a specific date” for new reopening guidelines. The conference also mentioned that a new … Read more

Mysterious Permit Filed for New Illuminated Signage in “Golden State Expansion” at Disney California Adventure

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A new permit suggests that a change is coming to Disney California Adventure. Recently, Disney filed with the City of Anaheim to install four illuminated wall signs for a “Golden State expansion.” From 2001 to 2012, Golden State was a land at the park that encompassed what’s now Grizzly Peak and Pacific Wharf, along with … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Minnie’s Dog “Fifi” First Disney Character Added to “it’s a small world” at the Magic Kingdom with Rumors of More to Come

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It may still be a small world after all, but it seems like the cast inside is getting bigger… and the new member looks very familiar. A new character was installed at “it’s a small world” in the Magic Kingdom on Tuesday. In the South American scene, we spotted a wooden figure of Fifi the … Read more

Orange County Health Care Agency Recommends Disneyland Resort Parks Reopen

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While Disneyland and Disney California Adventure await new reopening guidelines from the State of California, one local agency has given its own recommendation on the matter. According to The Orange County Register‘s Brady MacDonald, the Orange County Health Care Agency has recommended that the parks reopen at 25% capacity once the county, which is home … Read more

Disneyland Resort to Lay Off Over 2,800 Union Cast Members, Including Restaurant and Club 33 Staff

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Following news that nearly 2,700 non-union Disneyland Resort Cast Members would be laid off, union Cast Members have felt a similar blow. According to The Orange County Register‘s Brady MacDonald, Workers United Local 50 has notified its members that Disney will lay off 2,858 Cast Members from its ranks of 7,796, which cover restaurant workers … Read more

Disney Adds Films in 4K HDR to iTunes, Including Pixar, Star Wars, and Marvel Studios Titles

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There’s a new way to watch Disney movies on iTunes. Disney has made dozens of titles available in 4K HDR, according to The Verge‘s Chris Welch including Disney’s live-action and animated titles, as well as offerings from Pixar, Marvel Studios, and the Star Wars universe. Currently, the upgrade is available in the United States and … Read more

Orange County to Reopen CARES Act Assistance Beginning October 12th in Light of Walt Disney World Layoffs

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In light of The Walt Disney Company announcing massive layoffs at Walt Disney World, Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings has announced the reopening of the CARES Act for financial assistance. The first round application portal opens on Monday, October 12th at 8 AM ET, followed by a second round application portal on Saturday, October 24th … Read more

Governor Newsom Wouldn’t Answer Question About Disneyland Reopening in Press Conference

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Just days after California Governor Gavin Newsom postponed the long-awaited reopening guidelines for theme parks in the state, it seems little progress has been publicly made. In Monday’s press conference, Governor Newsom ignored a question from the Associated Press’ Adam Beam about when Disneyland could reopen, and instead focused on the second part of Beam’s … Read more

PHOTOS: Safari Truck Added to Goat Exhibit, Obtrusive Posts Appear in Animal Exhibits at Kilimanjaro Safaris in Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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The new goat exhibit continues to be worked on at Kilimanjaro Safaris in Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and we’ve got a look a new “moving” addition! WDWNT reader Andy Jerzewski sent us this photo of a green truck added to the left side of the building. The driver’s side door sports the Harambe Wildlife Reserve logo. … Read more

New Set Installation Permits Filed for Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser at Walt Disney World

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A new permit suggests that the next step in construction will soon commence for Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser at Walt Disney World. A permit was recently filed with the state of Florida by Walt Disney Imagineering to install “set items” for the future resort hotel. The work will be carried out by InterAmerica Stage, Inc., … Read more

PHOTOS: New Animal Print Mickey Mouse Bags by Dooney & Bourke Debut at Walt Disney World

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The latest releases from Dooney & Bourke are running wild at Walt Disney World! A new collection, featuring Mickey Mouse in a variety of animal prints, has premiered. Here, you can see the line on display next to the recently-released set themed to The Haunted Mansion. With Mickey covered in tiger, zebra, giraffe and snakeskin … Read more

PHOTOS: New “The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror” 5th Dimension Transforming Mug Drops In at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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“One stormy night long ago, one mouse stepped through the door of an elevator and into a nightmare.” As the spookiest month of the year begins, we’ve spotted Mickey Mouse falling into the fifth dimension on a new mug themed to The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror! Mickey notices his hat has flown off, as … Read more

Pre-Order New Merchandise from “The Mandalorian” with “Mando Mondays,” Releasing Weekly Through December 21st

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Can’t wait for the new season of The Mandalorian on Disney+? You can get a jump on the fun with “Mando Mondays,” a weekly release of merchandise featuring characters from the show that runs through December 21st. From StarWars.com: After premiering last fall and quickly taking the world by storm, The Mandalorian — which took home seven awards … Read more

PHOTOS: Wave Paneling Covers One Side of The Walt Disney World Swan Reserve

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Construction on The Walt Disney World Swan Reserve is moving along steadily, with paneling already covering one part of the resort hotel building. With the blue wave pattern installed on the right side, construction cranes are focused on the left side of the building. All that seems missing on paneled side is a row of … Read more

PHOTOS: New “Love is Universal” Candy Debuts at Universal Studios Florida

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Life can be sweet at Universal Studios Florida, but Pride Month in Orlando can be even sweeter with the new “Love is Universal” line of candy! The candy matches the rest of the rainbow-colored “Love is Universal” line, which has included a Spirit Jersey-style sweatshirt, tank tops, baseball caps, mugs and more. Let’s take a … Read more