PHOTOS: New Bertie Bott’s Every-Flavour Beans Face Mask Arrives at Universal Orlando Resort

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If you’re a fan of Bertie Bott’s Every-Flavour Beans, there’s a new way to show your love at Universal Orlando Resort! A new face mask has arrived, joining the red and white-striped mask that premiered last week. The blue mask features a lady wearing a festive hat (similar to what’s on boxes of Bertie Bott’s … Read more

PHOTOS: Keystone Clothiers Preparing to Reopen at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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Another Disney’s Hollywood Studios shop may be reopen soon. We spotted reopening preparations underway at Keystone Clothiers, which has been closed since the park reopened back in July. Social distancing markers have been laid down outside the store to help space out crowds. Speaking of space, guests are still directed to Tatooine Traders for their … Read more

PHOTOS: Beach Club Marketplace Reopens Following Refurbishment at Disney’s Beach Club Resort

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After a refurbishment that took over a month, Beach Club Marketplace has reopened at Disney’s Beach Club Resort. The shop and counter-service restaurant closed on August 23rd. One of the big changes is that the designated entrances and exits have switched places, with guests now entering through the restaurant side. Markers have been set up … Read more

Disneyland Resort, Universal Studios Hollywood and Other California Theme Parks Push Back on State’s Draft Reopening Plan; Parks Would Open No Earlier than November Under Current Plan

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The Disneyland Resort and Universal Studios Hollywood are pushing back against California Governor Gavin Newsom’s theme park reopening plan, which was postponed earlier today. According to The Orange County Register‘s Brady MacDonald, California Health and Human Services Secretary Mark Ghaly stated: “Given the size and operational complexities of these unique sectors, we are seeking additional … Read more

PHOTOS: Resort Launch Dock Construction Continues to Progress at the Magic Kingdom

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Work continues to move along outside the Magic Kingdom as the park prepares for its new resort launch dock. The newly-installed sign stands by fencing as it awaits guests heading to Walt Disney World’s resort hotels. The area has come so far since construction began, but there’s still more to be done before it’s ready. … Read more

Over 400 Walt Disney Imagineers to Be Laid Off

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Sadly, the layoffs that have affected Disney Parks, Resorts and Products are also coming to Walt Disney Imagineering. According to The Orange County Register‘s Brady MacDonald, a Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act revealed that 411 Imagineers are expected to be laid off from their campus in Glendale, California. Earlier today, it was discovered … Read more

Iman Vellani to Play Kamala Khan in Marvel Studios’ “Ms. Marvel” on Disney+

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Marvel Studios has found its Kamala Khan. Deadline‘s Justin Kroll reports that the studio has cast Iman Vellani to play “Ms. Marvel’s” titular superhero in the upcoming Disney+ series. According to Marvel, Khan is a Pakistani-American teenager who has the ability to morph her shape and size. Khan idolizes heroes like Captain Marvel a.k.a Carol … Read more

Walt Disney World Provides Breakdown of Non-Union Cast Member Layoffs and Departments Affected

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As notices of layoffs continue to be announced around Disney Parks, Walt Disney World has provided a breakdown of what departments will be affected by the layoff of 6,700 non-union Cast Members in December. According to WDWMagic, the resort’s Vice President of Employee Relations, Jim Bowden, explained where of 6,390 of the job losses will … Read more

Disneyland Resort to Lay Off Nearly 2,700 Non-Union Cast Members

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Nearly 2,700 non-union cast members are expected to be laid off at the Disneyland Resort as part of the recent wave of layoffs at Disney Parks affecting 28,000 Cast Members. As part of a Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act notice filed with the State of California notified of the layoffs of 2,691 Cast … Read more

No Disney Park Passes Available on Halloween at the Magic Kingdom

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Much like a grim grinning ghost at The Haunted Mansion, Disney Park Passes for Halloween at the Magic Kingdom have disappeared. Tickets are currently unavailable for the park on October 31st under any types, including Disney Resort guests and Annual Passholders, according to Walt Disney World’s Disney Park Pass Availability calendar. Currently, all other parks … Read more

PHOTOS: Construction Walls Extended Around Facade of “it’s a small world” at the Magic Kingdom

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The refurbishment of “it’s a small world” has started to expand at the Magic Kingdom. Just a day after we reported that construction walls had gone up at the attraction’s exit, even more walls have been installed across the facade. At the exit, the green face of the construction “ceiling” has been added, giving a … Read more

PHOTOS: New Mandalorian & The Child PEZ Dispenser Set and T-Shirts Arrive at Disneyland Resort

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As we get ready for another round of adventure with season two of The Mandalorian on Disney+, even more merchandise featuring the show’s breakout stars has arrived at the Disneyland Resort… and objectively, it’s pretty sweet. First up is this super-adorable PEZ dispenser set featuring both The Mandalorian and “The Child.” The inseparable pair join … Read more

Shanghai Disneyland Reportedly Cuts Segments of “Ignite the Dream – A Nighttime Spectacular of Magic and Light” to Save Costs

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As Disney Parks around the world work to try and make up for the massive financial losses brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, one measure has allegedly affected a nighttime spectacular. A WDWNT reader has reported that Shanghai Disneyland has made cuts to “Ignite the Dream – A Nighttime Spectacular of Magic and Light,” which … Read more

PHOTOS: Search for Adventure with the New Frozen II “Samantha?” Olaf Baseball Cap at Walt Disney World

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If you’ve been looking for a cool new accessory, may we suggest going with a snowman? This new baseball cap at Walt Disney World features Olaf, saying one of his most popular lines from Frozen II: “Samantha?” (Spoiler alert: Olaf doesn’t know a Samantha. Trust me, if you’ve seen the movie, things will all make … Read more

Walt Disney Imagineering’s Bob Weis and Joe Rohde Participate in New #RainbowConnectionChallenge from The Muppets

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While people remain socially distant during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Muppets are encouraging fans to reach out and connect online… and they’ve enlisted the help of two important figures from Walt Disney Imagineering to help. The first video from the #RainbowConnectionChallenge starred Kermit the Frog, who encourages everyone to check in on friends and family … Read more

PHOTOS: Mickey Floral Planter Refreshed at Disneyland Entrance; Social Distancing Signage Installed at Disney California Adventure

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Even though a formal reopening date hasn’t been announced yet, preparations are well underway to get Disneyland and Disney California Adventure ready for guests. Over at Disneyland, the Mickey Mouse floral planter that greets guests as they enter the park has undergone a serious refreshing. With Disneyland closed since March, Mickey had started to fade, … Read more