PHOTOS: Cast Connection Reopens to Long Lines and Hours-Long Waits at Walt Disney World

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Walt Disney World Cast Members got a welcome perk back today with the reopening of Cast Connection, the cast member-exclusive store. The reopening led to long lines of traffic along Western Way as hundreds of cars waited to get in. While the line moved at a steady pace, with only one or two cars let … Read more

PHOTOS: Windows Blocked Out at The Studio Store in Animation Courtyard at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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It seems that The Studio Store may be entering an extended hiatus at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The shop, located between Star Wars Launch Bay and Voyage of the Little Mermaid, has its windows blacked out, suggesting that it may not reopen anytime soon. The shop is home to an assortment of Disney Junior merchandise, fittingly … Read more

Hong Kong Disneyland Hotel to Feature Special Events, Hotel Offerings for 15th Anniversary

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Even though the theme park may not be open, the Hong Kong Disneyland Hotel will still be celebrating the resort’s 15th anniversary on September 12th. Disney Magical Kingdom Blog has revealed the festivities and special merchandise that will be offered at the hotel on that special day. Guests staying at Hong Kong Disneyland Hotel on … Read more

Daisy Ridley Reveals Rey Was Planned to Be Related to Obi-Wan Kenobi in New Interview

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While Rey was always an important character in the Star Wars sequel trilogy, her lineage was originally planned to be very different. In a recent interview with Josh Gad, actress Daisy Ridley revealed that the character had been planned during development to be related to Obi-Wan Kenobi, Jedi Knight and mentor to both Anakin and … Read more

SHOP: NEW Mickey Mouse Pumpkin Loungefly Mini Backpack Arrives on shopDisney

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The spooky season is here, and to mark the occasion, Loungefly is blending Halloween with high fashion with a new Mickey Mouse Jack-O’-Lantern mini backpack on shopDisney! If this looks familiar, you’re not imagining things. A similar design was available at Walt Disney World last year, but this year’s edition bring’s several big changes. Most … Read more

PHOTOS: Construction Continues to Advance at the France Pavilion Expansion in EPCOT

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Bonjour once again from EPCOT! The weather was nice, so we took a ride on the Disney Skyliner to check out how the France Pavilion expansion is coming along. Let’s take a look! Lately, greenery has been added to the site, allowing the area to feel like a real neighborhood. Here, we see some trees … Read more

PHOTOS: Latest Progress on Play! Pavilion Roof Panel Replacement at EPCOT

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It takes a lot of work to make the Play! Pavilion at EPCOT, so we’re stopping by to see how things are coming along. Unlike our recent visits, we didn’t see any construction workers on the dome while we were there. We haven’t seen workers since Friday, and since it’s Labor Day, it’s possible they … Read more

PHOTOS: Aerial Photos Show Barge Construction Moving Ahead for “Harmonious” at EPCOT

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Work continues to move forward on “Harmonious,” the new nighttime spectacular coming to EPCOT. Thanks to @bioreconstruct on Twitter, we have another look at the barges that will be part of the show. Above, we see two barges in various stages of construction. When finished, both of these will have semicircular walls with video screens, … Read more

PHOTOS: Latest Look at Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Construction at EPCOT

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With Labor Day upon us, construction on Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind has taken a pause at EPCOT, however we’re here to give you a current look at the state of the construction site. No construction workers were seen at the site when we visited on Monday, which allowed us to take a closer … Read more

PHOTOS: Flash Back to the 90’s With a NEW Retro Crop Hoodie and T-Shirt at Walt Disney World

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The 90’s are back at Walt Disney World… at least in their new merchandise. Joining the retro-inspired line are a funky fresh new crop hoodie and T-shirt. Let’s take a look! This cute black hoodie features the outline of Mickey Mouse’s head mixed in with neon-colored shapes. Wearing this, you might look like you walked … Read more

Coca-Cola Asks Disney to Remove Gold Squadron Lager Beer from Coke-Branded Droid Carts in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge

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Just weeks after it arrived, beer is no longer available from the Coca-Cola droid carts in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The Blue Point Brewery Gold Squadron Lager was available at select carts beginning in mid-August, having previously been exclusive to Oga’s Cantina. According to Cast Members in the land, the change … Read more

SHOP: New Hades Walt Disney World Spirit Jersey Debuts on shopDisney

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There’s a new Spirit Jersey on shopDisney that will make you the hit of the Underworld! Themed to Hercules’ nemesis Hades, this Walt Disney World Spirit Jersey is part of the “Disney Parks Villains Collection” coming to Disney Parks and shopDisney in time for Halloween. The fiery item features the classic Walt Disney World logo … Read more

SHOP: New Minnie Mouse “Très Chic” Shopper Tote & Crossbody Bag by Dooney & Bourke Arrive on shopDisney

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If you’ve been dreaming of Paris, there are two new items on shopDisney that are simply “magnifique!” The Minnie Mouse “Très Chic” bags from Dooney & Bourke feature Minnie and Mickey Mouse as they enjoy the City of Lights. Both use artwork from the “Mademoiselle Minnie” and “Mickey À Paris” merchandise collections released last month … Read more

PHOTOS: It’s Good to Be Bad with New Disney Villains Stickers at Walt Disney World

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If you’re a fan of Disney Villains, you can stick to the best of the worst with new stickers now available at Walt Disney World! The stickers each feature a classic Disney Villain decorated with words and phrases associated with the character. For example, this Dr. Facilier sticker shows “Shadow Man,” “Bayou Bad,” “Time to … Read more

Paddlefish and Terralina Crafted Italian Offering 35% Discount to Teachers and Faculty Throughout September at Disney Springs

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As kids begin to head back to school, educators can do a little math at Disney Springs… by subtracting 35%. Paddlefish and Terralina Crafted Italian are offering a 35% discount off food and beverage for teachers and faculty throughout the month of September. All guests have to do is show their employee ID to receive … Read more

PHOTOS: Westward Ho Prepares to Reopen at the Magic Kingdom

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Westward Ho is getting ready to say howdy to guests once again at the Magic Kingdom. Social distancing markers have been installed outside the stand in preparation for guests. The markers extend down the road in Frontierland, past the currently unavailable popcorn stand. The circular markers note where guests should stand to order while maintaining … Read more