PHOTOS: Original 1975 Turnstiles Removed from Carousel of Progress at Magic Kingdom

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The turnstiles that were outside Carousel of Progress since its installation at the Magic Kingdom in 1975 have been removed. There were previously two sets of turnstiles at the attraction entrance. This was one of the few attractions at Walt Disney World that still had turnstiles at all. Turnstiles of this nature were common in … Read more

PHOTOS: New ‘The Mandalorian’ Grogu Spirit Jersey at Disneyland Resort

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A new Spirit Jersey featuring Grogu (a.k.a. Baby Yoda) from “The Mandalorian” is now available at Disneyland Resort. We first found it in the Star Wars Trading Post at Downtown Disney District. Grogu Spirit Jersey – $74.99 The jersey has a tie-dye pattern of light blue, pink, and white. The outline of Grogu in his pod, … Read more

REVIEW: New Boba Fett Cake from Amorette’s Patisserie in Disney Springs is Fit for a Sarlacc

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Amorette’s Patisserie in Disney Springs has a new cake to celebrate the debut of “The Book of Boba Fett” on Disney+. Amorette’s Patisserie is located next to World of Disney in Town Center. Amorette’s pastries come in boxes wrapped with tissue paper inside bags. Boba Fett Cake – $22 Chocolate chiffon cake, peanut butter mousse, banana … Read more

Florida Breaks Record Again With 77,848 Daily COVID-19 Cases

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Florida reported record 77,848 new COVID-19 cases today, according to NBC 6 South Florida. NBC 6 South Florida reports that Florida reported 58,013 new cases of COVID-19 infections today. However, the actual total of new cases today tallied up to 77,848. That number includes the CDC’s backlog of cases and deaths from past days that … Read more

Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure No Longer Available During Early Park Admission Beginning January 3 at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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Starting January 3, 2022, Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure will not be available during early park admission to Universal’s Islands of Adventure. Early park admission is available to Universal Orlando Hotel guests and other select groups one hour prior to park opening. According to the Universal Orlando Resort website, Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure will … Read more

TRON Lightcycle Run Excluded from D23 List of 2022 Disney Offerings, May Not Open Until 2023

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D23 did not include the opening of TRON Lightcycle / Run at Magic Kingdom in their list of “Every Disney Moment We’re Looking Forward to in 2022.” The list has nearly every film release and major Disney Parks event scheduled for next year, including the summer opening of Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind at … Read more

PHOTOS: Sneak Peek of New Mickey Mouse: The Main Attraction Loungefly Bags and Ears

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Instagram user sweetdisneytreats shared images of items in the upcoming Mickey Mouse: The Main Attraction collection. Like the Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction collection a few years ago, Mickey Mouse: The Main Attraction will have a new series inspired by a different Disney Parks attraction each month of 2022. According to sweetdisneytreats, the January series … Read more

CDC Now Advises Against Cruise Travel Regardless of Vaccination Status

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The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) increased the travel warning for cruise ships to its highest level and is now advising against cruise travel regardless of vaccination status. The COVID-19 omicron variant is currently surging across the world. The CDC is investigating COVID-19 cases on 86 cruise ships, including the four Disney … Read more

Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Will Not Allow Non-Hotel Guests to View New Year’s Eve Fireworks from Beach

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Guests staying at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort can see the new year’s eve fireworks during a beach party on December 31. Signs throughout the resort advertise wristband distribution for the beach party. Wristband distribution is available until 10:00 p.m. today and 5:00 p.m. tomorrow. The actual party will be tomorrow evening. Wristbands are currently available … Read more

PHOTOS: First Look at 2022 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend Merchandise

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The Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend will take place from January 5 through 9, 2022. Disney has just shared a sneak peek at the event merchandise that will be available at the runDisney Health & Fitness Expo during the weekend. Taking inspiration from the shimmery EARidescence of The World’s Most Magical Celebration, this year’s event … Read more

Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster at Disney’s Hollywood Studios Closed for Second Day in a Row

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It looks like it’s going to be another rocky new year for Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The coaster remains closed today after it did not open yesterday due to technical difficulties. Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster was down for the first five days of 2021. It was also temporarily closed on December … Read more

Bonus Park Pass Reservations Available to Walt Disney World Annual Passholders in January

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Bonus Park Pass reservations are now available to Walt Disney World Annual Passholders on select days in January. Passholders can book a bonus reservation for January 5 at Disney’s Animal Kingdom and January 6 at EPCOT. Bonus reservations do not count toward the allotted total of reservations Passholders can have at one time. They are … Read more

Disney Fantasy Guests Unable to Debark at St. Thomas Due to COVID-19 Cases Onboard

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Guests aboard the Disney Fantasy were unable to debark the ship at St. Thomas this morning due to a rise in COVID-19 cases on board the ship, Disney Cruise Line Blog reports. The Disney Cruise Line ship is currently on a 7-night Eastern Caribbean cruise set to return to Port Canaveral on Sunday, January 2. … Read more

Swan and Dolphin Hotel Being Sued Again Over $1 Million Event Cancellation Penalty Amidst COVID-19 Surges

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The International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE) is suing the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotels over their $1.05 million event cancellation penalty. IUOE filed the lawsuit in the U.S. District Court’s Orlando division on Tuesday. About 400 people were expected to travel from the U.S.A. and Canada to stay at the Walt Disney … Read more

Magic Kingdom Restaurants Extend Hours for December 30 and 31

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Both quick-service and table service restaurants at Magic Kingdom have extended their hours on December 30 and 31. Magic Kingdom will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. to celebrate new year’s eve both nights. Golden Oak Outpost, Prince Eric’s Village Market, Tortuga Tavern, and Westward Ho will all close at 8:00 p.m. Gaston’s … Read more

New Year 2022 Magic Shot Available at Walt Disney World Through January 1

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A Magic Shot celebrating the new year is now available at all four Walt Disney World theme parks through January 1. The limited-time Magic Shot has guests blowing gold 2022 confetti at the camera. The picture PhotoPass shared on social media puts the Magic Shot in front of the Tree of Life at Disney’s Animal … Read more