Disney Looking to Rehire Laid Off Minnie Van Drivers for Return of Service

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Minnie Vans will be returning to service at Walt Disney World this summer and Disney is reportedly reaching out to previously laid-off drivers about returning. Minnie Vans, which are operated by Disney through the Lyft app, halted operation when the parks closed in March 2020 due to COVID-19. Minnie Van drivers were some of the … Read more

New Limited Edition Pinocchio and Roger Rabbit Characters on Parade Pins Now Available at Walt Disney World

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Two more limited edition Characters on Parade pins have arrived at Walt Disney World. These pins feature Pinocchio and Roger Rabbit. Limited Edition Characters on Parade Roger Rabbit Pin – $19.99 The fronts of these pins are silver, with the three-dimensional image of the featured character and “Characters on Parade.” This one features Roger Rabbit. The … Read more

First Look at Exclusive Disney Wish Dooney & Bourke Tote, Loungefly Backpack, and Ear Headband

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Disney Cruise Line announced some of the shops that will be on the Disney Wish and gave a first look at the exclusive merchandise that will be available onboard. Treasures Untold will be one of the stores in the shopping district of the ship between the Grand Hall and Walt Disney Theatre on deck 3. … Read more

Disney+ Expanding to 42 More Countries and 11 New Territories in May and June

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Disney+ will be launching in 42 more countries and 11 new territories in Europe, West Asia, and Africa in May and June. This phase of launches will begin with South Africa on May 18. In June, it will launch in the countries of Albania, Algeria, Andorra, Bahrain, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Egypt, … Read more

REVIEW: Fresh Breakfast Arepas and Delicious Dulce de Leche Cocoa Coffee Debut for New Morning Menu at La Isla Fresca During 2022 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival

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The Caribbean-inspired outdoor kitchen, La Isla Fresca, at the 2022 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival is now offering a special breakfast menu from park opening until 10:30 a.m. each day. The park is currently opening at 8:30 a.m. for all guests, with early entry at 8:00 a.m. After 10:30 a.m., the booth returns to … Read more

Walt Disney World Railroad Tunnel Expands Beneath TRON Lightcycle Run at Magic Kingdom

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The Walter E. Disney locomotive has been testing new track of the Walt Disney World Railroad at Magic Kingdom, but the attraction is not yet able to open due to the construction of TRON Lightcycle / Run. However, the tunnel for the train beneath the new coaster is coming together. On the Tomorrowland side of … Read more

Egg-Stravaganza Easter Egg Hunt Returning to EPCOT on March 31

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Guests visiting EPCOT this Easter season can celebrate with the Eggstravaganza scavenger hunt. The easter egg scavenger hunt will be available for a limited time starting on March 31, 2022. Some of the eggs are already in place. A scavenger hunt map will be $9.99. Similar to other EPCOT scavenger hunts, guests find hidden eggs … Read more

New Olaf and Bruni Loungefly Mini Backpack Now Available at Disneyland Resort

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A new Loungefly mini backpack featuring Olaf and Bruni from “Frozen 2” is now available at Disneyland Resort. Olaf and Bruni Loungefly Mini Backpack – $75 The bag is white, with light blue straps and accents around the zippers. Images of Olaf and Bruni are patterned all over the bag with snowflakes. Olaf lines like “I … Read more

Imagineer Reveals More Connections Café and Eatery Flooring Designs Inspired by Walt Disney’s ‘Florida Project’

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Walt Disney Imagineer Zach Riddley has revealed more of the Connections Café and Eatery flooring inspired by Walt Disney’s original “Florida Project” plans. See photos and read Riddley’s post below. Disney fans may recognize this first image from the EPCOT film, released in 1967, as Walt Disney described his grand vision for the “Florida project.” … Read more

Space Mountain at Disneyland to Temporarily Become Hyperspace Mountain Ahead of May the 4th

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According to the Disneyland Resort website and app, Space Mountain will be closed on April 28, 2022, and reopen as Hyperspace Mountain on April 29 for a limited time. Here is the description of Hyperspace Mountain from the Disneyland website: “Hurtle through hyperspace while dodging furious dogfights during this high-speed Star Wars adventure—opens April 29!” … Read more

Masks Now Optional Indoors for Fully Vaccinated Guests at Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa

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Now that Safe Travels restrictions have ended for travelers coming to Hawai’i, Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa, is no longer requiring face masks for fully vaccinated guests indoors. They are not required for any guests outdoors. Here is the announcement from Aulani: Face coverings are not required for Guests outdoors, and are now optional … Read more

The Walt Disney Company States Intention to Have ‘Don’t Say Gay’ Bill Repealed After Gov. DeSantis Signs it Into Law

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Today, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed the controversial “Don’t Say Gay” bill, a.k.a. HB 1557 or the Parental Rights in Education bill, into law. The Walt Disney Company released a statement reading, “Our goal as a company is for this law to be repealed by the legislature or struck down in the courts.” Read the … Read more

Exterior Paneling Removed Amidst Construction on The Villas at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort

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The Villas at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa is being expanded to include new Disney Vacation Club Resort Studios. Construction began on March 1 and we last checked in on March 13. Let’s see how things are coming along. Construction work can be seen at both ends of this building. Scaffolding, and a white … Read more

runDisney Announces ‘Frozen’ Inspired Virtual 5K Series

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This summer, runDisney will be hosting a series of virtual 5K races inspired by “Frozen.” There will be three 5K races from June 1 through August 31, 2022. Each will cost $47.97, with participating runners getting a themed bib and downloadable start line, finish line, and mile markers. Runners can also participate in the three-race … Read more

Phantom Manor Figure by Kevin & Jody Coming to Disneyland Paris on Wednesday March 30

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The Phantom Manor figure by Kevin & Jody announced last year will finally be on sale at Disneyland Paris this Wednesday, March 30. According to DLP Report, the figure will be available at Thunder Mesa Mercantile, Harrington’s, and Disney Gallery for €249. There will be a purchase limit of two per transaction. The figure is … Read more

Nine Walt Disney Imagineers to Appear Via Live Broadcast for 30th Anniversary of Disneyland Paris on April 12

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In honor of the resort’s 30th anniversary on April 12, Disneyland Paris will host nine Walt Disney Imagineers who worked on the design of the resort for a live broadcast on YouTube. The nine Imagineers are David Wilson, Tony Baxter, Beth Clapperton, Tim Delaney, Tracey Eck, Tom Fitzgerald, Björn Heerwagen, Sylvie Massara, and Tom Morris. … Read more