PHOTOS: Construction Begins to Expand (and Perhaps Cover) Seating Area at Woody’s Lunch Box in Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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Construction has begun next to Woody’s Lunch Box in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The quick-service location is believed to be getting a much needed expanded seating area. More room is much needed at Woody’s, which is often overcrowded. A row of hedges lines one side of the currently available seating area. Red poles line the expansion. … Read more

PHOTOS: New Lunar New Year Mural Featuring Tigger in Downtown Disney District

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Guests can now visit a mural celebrating the upcoming Lunar New Year at Downtown Disney District. The Lunar New Year is on February 1, 2022. 2022 is the year of the tiger, so Tigger is pictured at the front of the mural. Tigger is joined by Mushu, Mulan, Chip and Dale, and Goofy. A sign … Read more

The Grand Floridian Spa Reopening January 26

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The Grand Floridian Spa at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort will be reopening after almost two years on January 26, 2022. The Grand Floridian Spa has been refreshed with the iconic Victorian-style theming of Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort. Once inside the spa, you’ll be transported to a tranquil Floridian garden where you’ll experience serenity with calming … Read more

VIDEO: New Commercial Released for Disneyland Paris 30th Anniversary

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Disneyland Paris has released a commercial for their 30th anniversary celebration, which kicks off on March 6, 2022. Watch it below. Read more about the 30th anniversary celebration: PHOTOS: Sneak Peek at Food and Merchandise for the 30th Anniversary of Disneyland Paris FIRST LOOK: 30th Anniversary Decorations and More Coming to Disneyland Paris Next Year … Read more

PHOTOS: Remote Control Chopper Rolls Into Droid Depot at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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An interactive remote control Chopper is now available for purchase at Droid Depot in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. C1-10P “Chopper” Interactive Remote Control Droid – $119.99 C1-10P, better known as Chopper, is one of the main characters in “Star Wars: Rebels.” He comes fully decked out with his many arms. He lights … Read more

PHOTOS: Shrek 4-D Removed From Maps, Signs Removed From Queue at Universal Studios Florida

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Shrek 4-D has officially closed, to be replaced with some kind of Minions attraction. As a result, the show has now been removed from Universal Studios Florida guide maps. Guests can still meet Shrek, Donkey, and friends as marked with the number three on the map. Shrek 4-D is now surrounded by Minions-themed construction walls. … Read more

PHOTOS: Droid Depot at Disney’s Hollywood Studios Out of Cardboard Carrying Boxes, Giving Guests Plastic Bags Instead

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Just like at the nearby Savi’s Workshop, Droid Depot in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios is currently providing plastic bags to guests instead of the usual carrying cases. Guests who build a custom droid at Droid Depot are usually given a cardboard carrying case. These are now out of stock, so they … Read more

Mears Connect Raises Price of Express Service to $250

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Mears Connect has replaced Disney’s Magical Express with service between Orlando International Airport and Walt Disney World Resort hotels. Only the day after Disney’s Magical Express completely ended, Mears Connect has raised the price of their express service. Express service — previously known as premium service — promises little to no wait time and was … Read more

PHOTOS: Serka Zong Bazaar Reopens with Expanded Shopping Despite Expedition Everest Closure

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Despite initially being closed along with Expedition Everest, Serka Zong Bazaar in Disney’s Animal Kingdom has reopened. Expedition Everest will be closed for refurbishment through mid-April but Serka Zong Bazaar will remain open. More merchandise carts and displays have been moved outside the gift shop. The inside of the shop remains the same.

PHOTOS: Minnie Mouse Now Appearing in World Showcase Gazebo at EPCOT

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Minnie Mouse is now appearing in a distanced “sighting” at the World Showcase gazebo in EPCOT. This gazebo is at the entrance to World Showcase, near the Mexico Pavilion. Minnie has previously been appearing at the front of the park. Guests can see Mickey Mouse indoors at the Magic Eye Theater.

PHOTOS: New Vintage-Style Magic Kingdom Tee Now Available at Walt Disney World

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A new vintage-style Magic Kingdom T-shirt is now available at Walt Disney World. We first found it in DisneyStyle at Disney Springs. Magic Kingdom Vintage-Style Tee – $36.99 The tee says “The Magic Kingdom” and “Walt Disney World” within a golden frame. The entire design is artificially faded to look older. Cinderella Castle is pictured in … Read more

PHOTOS: New ‘Star Wars’ Opening Crawl Spirit Jersey Lands at Walt Disney World

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A new Spirit Jersey inspired by the iconic opening crawl of the “Star Wars” films is now available at Walt Disney World. We found it in World of Disney at Disney Springs. “Star Wars” Spirit Jersey – $74.99 The jersey is black with tiny white stars all over it. The yellow retro “Star Wars” logo is … Read more

PHOTOS: More Paneling Added to Super Nintendo World in Universal Studios Hollywood

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Although Universal Studios Japan guests can already explore the Mushroom Kingdom, over in Hollywood we’re still anxiously awaiting our own version of Super Nintendo World. So let’s take a look at how construction has progressed since our last update. It seems the purple moisture-resistant sheathing has all been installed and now a layer of light blue … Read more

PHOTOS: Holiday Glasses and Youth Tee Arrive Late to Universal Studios Hollywood

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Some holiday merchandise has arrived late at Universal Studios Hollywood, including several glasses and a youth shirt. Holidays Shot Glass – $10.00 There are two different glass designs and each come in two sizes. This design features Christmas lights and snowflakes. Holidays Pint Glass – $15 Holidays Shot Glass – $10.00 This second design features a Christmas tree … Read more

PHOTOS: New Funko ‘Jurassic Park’ Mini Backpack by Loungefly Available at Universal Studios Hollywood

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A new “Jurassic Park” mini backpack from Funko and Loungefly is now available at Universal Studios Hollywood. This is the second of this Funko + Loungefly collab to drop, with the first being themed to Blue the Velociraptor last month. “Jurassic Park” Loungefly Backpack – $82 The front of the backpack resembles the iconic gate leading … Read more

PHOTOS: New Adventurers Club Vintage-Style Tee Available at Walt Disney World

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A new vintage-style shirt featuring the famous Adventurers Club is now available for purchase at Walt Disney World. We first found it in DisneyStyle at Disney Springs. Adventurers Club Tee – $36.99 The shirt features cartoon versions of the characters from the defunct Adventurers Club in Pleasure Island. They’re shown in a “Schoolhouse Rock” art style. … Read more