‘One Family’ 2022 Pin Celebration Taking Place at EPCOT on August 12 and 13

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Disney has announced that this year’s “One Family” Pin Celebration will be taking place at EPCOT on August 12 and 13. Here is the description from Walt Disney World: Celebrating the magical, incredible, timeless, and inclusive bonds that make a family. Inspired by the love Walt Disney had for his daughters, and his dream of … Read more

New 30th Anniversary Tinker Bell & Sleeping Beauty Castle Ear Headband Available at Disneyland Paris

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A new ear headband featuring Tinker Bell is now available at Disneyland Paris in honor of the resort’s 30th anniversary. Disneyland Paris shared a photo of the ears on Instagram. They can be found at World of Disney in Disney Village. The ears are covered in gold sequins. The Minnie bow is black with gold … Read more

Physical Distancing Ending, Self-Service Buffets Returning to Disney Cruise Line

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Disney Cruise Line has announced that physical distancing will end (except for character interactions) and self-service buffets will return to their cruise ships starting today, April 1, 2022. Read the full announcement from Disney Cruise Line: Disney Cruise Line is taking a phased approach to updating health and safety protocols on board. Considering recently updated … Read more

Universal Orlando Resort Shares ‘Churkey Leg’ Joke for April Fool’s Day

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It’s April Fool’s Day, which means we have to be extra vigilant about “news” on social media. Universal Orlando Resort shared a “new menu item” this morning, saying “Things just got a little more EPIC.” The video shows a chef putting together a “churkey leg,” a turkey leg on a plate of fries, covered in … Read more

Plants and Another Sign Installed Outside Connections Café and Eatery at EPCOT

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Plants now surround one entrance to Connections Café and Eatery, the upcoming quick-service restaurant at EPCOT. We could see all of the plants creating lush green spaces from the Monorail this morning. There are a few palm trees among the smaller plants, too. The entrance here has a black and red archway but no sign … Read more

All of the 2022 runDisney Springtime Surprise Weekend Merchandise with Prices

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We have entered the 2022 runDisney Springtime Surprise Weekend, which means new runDisney merchandise. Some items sold out quickly Thursday morning, but many are still available at the expo at ESPN Wide World of Sports. Springtime Surprise Weekend Spirit Jersey – $74.99 This ombre Spirit Jersey is teal green and blue. Mickey in pink running shorts … Read more

Disney Cruise Line Extending Final Payment Deadline and Relaxing Cancellation Fees for Select Disney Magic Sailings in June

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Disney Cruise Line is extending the final payment deadline to 30 days prior to sailing for more Disney Magic sailings, as well as relaxing the cancellation fee schedule of these sailings as they wait for clarification on the requirements to visit certain ports. The extended deadline and adjusted cancellation schedule will be available for guests … Read more

Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Announcement Coming Monday, April 4

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Disney Parks shared a video on Instagram implying an announcement regarding Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind would be coming on Monday, April 4. The caption for the video reads “Transmission incoming <<< YADNOM.” The video shows “Awesome Mix vol. Cosmic Rewind” playing in a tape deck. We hear a brief snippet of “Love Rollercoaster” … Read more

Futuristic Designs Added to Ground Outside Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind at EPCOT

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We are about one month away from media previews of Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, which means construction is wrapping up on the attraction’s exterior. We took a look at the Wonders of Xandar Pavilion from the Monorail on a cloudy morning. Many construction materials and vehicles have moved out of the area. One … Read more

CurlCap Becomes First Black-Owned Apparel Company to Sell Original Authorized Disney Merchandise

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CurlCap, owned by Britney Sadè, has become the first Black-owned apparel company to sell original authorized Disney merchandise. Through CurlCap, Sadè creates and sells satin-lined ball caps designed to accommodate natural curly hair with an open back. CurlCaps with Mickey and Minnie ears are now available for purchase at CurlCap.com for $29.99 each. There are … Read more

New ‘Play in the Park’ Souvenir Cup Now Available at Main Street Confectionery in Magic Kingdom

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The Glacier Kitchen in the Main Street Confectionery at Magic Kingdom has a new “Play in the Park” souvenir cup available. The Glacier Kitchen is in the refurbished Main Street Confectionery, which reopened last year. A new sign installed this week advertises their standard glaciers, The Cold-leidoscope, The Orange Brrr’d, and The Cold-coction. A standard … Read more

BREAKING: Normal Character Meet and Greets Returning to U.S. Parks & Resorts, Disney Cruise Line Beginning April 18

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Standard character meet and greets are finally returning to Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Aulani, and the Disney Cruise Line. This means guests will once again be able to hug characters and pose next to them for photos. Disney leadership has been alluding to this return and teased an announcement yesterday on TikTok. Only character “sightings” … Read more

Booth Seating and Florida Project Flooring Visible Inside Connections Café and Eatery at EPCOT

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Though an exact opening date for Connections Café and Eatery at EPCOT has not been announced, the restaurant does seem to be approaching completion as flooring, lights, and a mural are installed. This morning, we could see benches through the restaurant windows from the Monorail. Tables and non-bench chairs have not been moved in yet. … Read more

New Hagrid Plush Doll Now Available at Universal Orlando Resort

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Whether Hagrid is your favorite “Harry Potter” character or Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure is your favorite Universal Orlando Resort ride, you’ll love this new plush doll. We found it at the Universal Studios Store in CityWalk. Hagrid Plush Doll – $35 The doll is Hagrid with his usual brown trench coat and goggles over his … Read more

New Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort Mug and Magnet Now Available at Walt Disney World

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If you’re sailing down to Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort soon, you might want to keep a sharp eye out for a new mug and magnet inspired by the resort’s “tropical paradise” setting! Caribbean Beach Resort Mug – $14.99 The mug is white with Mickey on one side, surrounded by tropical plants. “Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort” is … Read more

Altered Version of ‘The Falcon and the Winter Soldier’ Episode With Less Blood and Violence Published to Disney+ Accidentally

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Yesterday, we reported that episode three of “The Falcon and the Winter Soldier” had been altered to include less blood and violence, specifically in two scenes. Ryan Parker of The Hollywood Reporter now states that this altered version was published on Disney+ by mistake. Parker tweeted, “I hear from a reliable source it was a … Read more