PHOTOS: More Details Painted on Poseidon’s Fury Façade at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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A new color scheme continues to take over the façade of Poseidon’s Fury in Universal’s Islands of Adventure. More of the archways of the building have been painted. The wave pattern on the archways remains a green-ish color, while the surrounding area is blue and the dots are red. The tops of the archway columns … Read more

PHOTOS: New Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Sweatshirt Now Available at Walt Disney World

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Say “aloha” to a new sweatshirt, now available at BouTiki in Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. Unlike most recent new merchandise at the resort, it is not specific to the 50th anniversary. Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Sweatshirt – $44.99 The sweatshirt is a light heather grey. The Polynesian Village Resort logo is embroidered on the left breast. … Read more

PHOTOS: More Scrim Removed as Painting Continues at Sunset Club Couture in Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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Scrim has been removed from one side of Sunset Club Couture at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, revealing blank grey walls. The Sunset Boulevard shop has been under refurbishment for several months now, with the other side completed in October. Scrim now covers the tower on top of the building. Blue paint has been stripped from above … Read more

PHOTOS: DINOSAUR Fountains Turned Off for Refurbishment at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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The two fountains outside DINOSAUR in Disney’s Animal Kingdom have been shut off for refurbishment. The fountain around Aladar has been completely drained. Aladar is looking worse for wear and may be getting a fresh coat of paint soon. He has faded patches all over him. The patches are especially prevalent on his legs and … Read more

PHOTOS: Transportation and Ticket Center Cast Entrance Seemingly Completed at Walt Disney World

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The new Cast Member entrance at the Transportation and Ticket Center seems to be completed, though not yet in use. The entrance was blocked by cones today. A sign has been installed next to the road reading “Working Cast Members only.” There are two gates for cars entering and exiting, and a walking bridge.

PHOTOS: New Mary Blair-Inspired Merchandise Available at Disney’s Contemporary Resort

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New merchandise inspired by the iconic artwork of Mary Blair is now available at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. We found the items in Bay View Gifts, alongside Mary Blair-inspired merchandise that was released last year. Contemporary Resort Baseball Cap – $29.99 This cap is blue with white stitching. The resort is embroidered on the front in bright … Read more

PHOTOS: New Mickey, Minnie, and Winnie the Pooh Folding Fans Arrive at Disneyland Resort

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Although we’re a long way from the heat of summer, three new folding fans have arrived at Disneyland Resort, featuring Mickey, Minnie, and Winnie the Pooh. The fans all fold up into a small and handy circular case. We found them in the Emporium at Disneyland Park. The tags show how the fans fold back … Read more

PHOTOS: New ‘What If…?’ Guardians of the Multiverse Pin Lands at Disneyland Resort

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A new “What If…?” pin featuring the Guardians of the Multiverse has arrived at Disneyland Resort. We found it in 20th Century Music Company. “What If…?” Pin – $15.99 Captain Carter is in full color at the center of the hexagonal pin. The other characters are semi-transparent behind her. We’ve seen a few other “What If…?” … Read more

Joe Earley Named President of Hulu, Rebecca Campbell’s Role Shifts as Disney Reorganizes Streaming Organization

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Disney has named Joe Earley the president of Hulu amidst reorganizing their global direct-to-consumer streaming organization. Previously, Joe Earley was the head of Disney+ marketing and operations. He is taking over Hulu from Kelly Campbell who left last fall to join NBCUniversal’s Peacock. Rebecca Campbell’s title has changed from chairman of International Operations & Direct-to-Consumer … Read more

PHOTOS: Paneling Removed Behind Construction Walls in Bay View Gifts at Disney’s Contemporary Resort

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One of the entrances to Bay View Gifts in Disney’s Contemporary Resort is currently blocked by construction walls. Paneling has now been removed, exposing a steel structure behind the walls. A crew member was working on the structure today. No work is visible on the outside of the store, but construction walls still surround the … Read more

PHOTOS: New Minnie Mouse Plush by Steiff Arrives at Walt Disney World

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A new Minnie Mouse plush by Steiff has joined the other new Steiff plush at Walt Disney World. The plush can be found in Die Weihnachts Ecke (The Christmas Corner) at the Germany Pavilion of EPCOT. Minnie Mouse Steiff Plush – $39.99 Minnie is in her iconic red with white polka-dots bow and skirt. There is … Read more

PHOTOS: New Mickey Napkins, Placemats, and Pillows Now Available at Walt Disney World

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New napkins, placemats, and pillows featuring Mickey Mouse flair are now available at Walt Disney World. We found these items in Creations Shop at EPCOT. Everything in the collection is white and blue. Mickey Napkin Holder Set – $9.99 This includes one cloth napkin and one napkin holder ring. The napkin is mainly white, with a … Read more

PHOTOS: Work Continues on Roof Overhang of Connections Café and Eatery at EPCOT

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While the interior of Connections Café and Eatery is mostly blocked from view, we can see how far work has come on the exterior of the new EPCOT restaurant. Crews have been working on the roof of the old Innoventions building. Scaffolding covers one section of the exterior facing the World Discovery neighborhood. Crew members … Read more

PHOTOS: New ‘Harry Potter’ Diagon Alley Loungefly Wallet at Universal Orlando Resort

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A new Loungefly wallet inspired by Diagon Alley has appeared in Universal Orlando Resort. We found it in the “Harry Potter” section of Universal Studios Store in CityWalk. Diagon Alley Loungefly Wallet – $55 The front of the wallet resembles the famous alley, with a starry sky behind Gringotts Bank. The dragon also featured at the … Read more

PHOTOS: New Disney Vacation Club Photo Frame and Drink Holders at Disney’s Riviera Resort

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La Boutique at Disney’s Riviera Resort has some new Disney Vacation Club merchandise that matches the items released late last year. Disney Vacation Club Photo Frame – $24.99 This photo frame can hold a 4×6. The frame has a gingham pattern, with a Disney Vacation Club Member crest in the lower left corner. The top says … Read more

PHOTOS: Construction Walls Block One Entrance to Riverside Depot at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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A construction wall and scrim now block one of the doors to Riverside Depot at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The wall is next to an outside merchandise display. A sign directs guests to the Discovery Trading Company entrance, which connects to Riverside Depot. There is a register next to the outdoor merchandise. Inside, a sign directing … Read more