PHOTOS, VIDEO: 2021 “Jingle Cruise” Christmas Overlay Debuts with New Scenes and Decor at Magic Kingdom

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Now that Halloween is over, Christmas decorations are appearing at Magic Kingdom. In Adventureland, Jungle Cruise has been transformed overnight into “Jingle Cruise,” a holiday version of the classic attraction. This year, the Jingle Cruise is a little different due to the new and altered scenes aboard the ride. Before we got on the ride, … Read more

PHOTOS: ‘The Little Mermaid’ Gingerbread Carousel Opens at Disney’s Beach Club Resort

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Gingerbread houses are returning to Walt Disney World this holiday season. The first of the three displays to open is the life-size spinning gingerbread carousel at Disney’s Beach Club Resort. The theme of this year’s carousel is “The Little Mermaid.” There are four horses on the spinning carousel and one to the side. Of course, … Read more

PHOTOS: Magic Kingdom Transforms From Halloween to Christmas in One Night

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Disney has shared photos of the process of changing the decorations on Main Street U.S.A. at Magic Kingdom from Halloween to the holidays overnight. In just one night, Halloween vanished, and the holiday season began in Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort on November 1. The installation of dazzling holiday-themed décor transforms the Magic … Read more

REVIEW: New Calavera Cookie Celebrates Day of the Dead at Gideon’s Bakehouse in Disney Springs

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This month’s limited edition cookie now available at Gideon’s Bakehouse in Disney Springs celebrates Day of the Dead. The November menu is also Day of the Dead-inspired, with a character wearing a sombrero and surrounded by candles and marigolds on the front. The Calavera Cookie is a chocolate churro cookie. Calavera Cookie – $6 This … Read more

VIDEO: New Tapstile Effect Debuts for Annual Passholders at Walt Disney World

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A new effect has debuted at Walt Disney World for Annual Passholders entering the parks using a MagicBand. The Mickey “tapstile” now lights up purple and yellow before turning green, and plays a special sound effect. See and hear it in our video below.

EPCOT Now Opening One Hour Earlier November 8 Through 20

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According to the Walt Disney World calendar, EPCOT will now be opening at 10:00 a.m. from November 8 through November 20. EPCOT was already scheduled to open at 10:00 a.m. for the rest of this week. It was then scheduled to open at 11:00 a.m. for the rest of November, but it will only open … Read more

PHOTOS: New Annual Passholder Twister Button, Return of the Mummy Button at Universal Orlando Resort

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A new button is now available for Universal Orlando Resort Annual Passholders and an old button has returned for a limited time. Each month, a new button is released exclusively for UOAPs. They’re free and can be picked up at the UOAP Lounge at Universal Studios Florida or Toon Extra in Islands of Adventure. November’s … Read more

Reopening Dates Announced for Club Level at Disney’s Polynesian Village, Yacht Club, and Beach Club Resorts

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More reopening dates for Club Level services at Walt Disney World resorts have been announced. In addition to Disney’s Wilderness Lodge and Coronado Springs Resort, we now know the reopening dates for Club Level at Yacht Club, Beach Club, and Polynesian Village Resorts. Disney’s Wilderness Lodge – Dec. 16, 2021 Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort – … Read more

SHOP: 50th Anniversary Walt Disney World Funko POP! Figures Now Available for Pre-Order

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The new 50th anniversary Funko POP! figures have been confirmed and most of them are now available for pre-order on Target.com. There are six different figures. The castle with a golden Mickey is exclusive to Disney and will be available soon. Funko POP! Deluxe: Walt Disney World 50th – Queen in Teacup (Target Exclusive) – … Read more

REVIEW: 50th Anniversary Chocolate ‘Pigñata’ Misses the Mark at Frontera Cocina in Disney Springs

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Frontera Cocina at Disney Springs is celebrating the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World with a new chocolate “pigñata.” This pig piñata is similar to treats we’ve tried at The Ganachery, with a hammer to break open the outer shell. Chocolate Pigñata – $28 Chocolate shell filled with cajeta mousse, tender cake (infused with Abasolo … Read more

Jordan Fisher to Perform Original Disney Cruise Line Song on Float in Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade

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As we already reported, Disney Cruise Line will have a ship-shaped “Magic Meets the Sea” float inspired by the Disney Wish in this year’s Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Disney Channel and Broadway star, Jordan Fisher, will be performing a new Disney Cruise Line original song titled “Together We Set Sail.” Captain Minnie Mouse and other … Read more

PHOTOS: Christmas Decorations Adorn the Emporium, Confectionery, Cinema, and Uptown Jewelers at Magic Kingdom

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Christmas time is here and Main Street U.S.A. at Magic Kingdom has been transformed from autumn to winter. Let’s take a look at some of the holiday decorations in the Emporium windows and inside the shops. The windows under the “gifts” signs display decorations and some present ideas. Each window has two small Christmas trees. … Read more

VIDEO: First Trailer for ‘The Book of Boba Fett’ Coming to Disney+ December 29

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Disney+ has released the first trailer for their next original “Star Wars” series, “The Book of Boba Fett.” A new poster was also released. The series, a spinoff from “The Mandalorian,” will follow infamous bounty hunter Boba Fett (Temuera Morrison) and Fennec Shand (Ming-Na Wen). Director Robert Rodriguez (“Spy Kids”) will helm the series. It … Read more

PHOTOS: Disney Fab 50 Character Collection Statue Golden Replica Ornaments Now On Sale Online

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Four new sets of ornaments inspired by some of the Disney Fab 50 Character Collection statues are now available on shopDisney.com. Walt Disney World Fab 50 Character Collection Ornament Set – EPCOT – $49.99 While this is marketed as an EPCOT set, the gold statue of Joe Gardener can actually be found at Disney’s Hollywood … Read more

PHOTOS: More Holiday Merchandise Coming Soon to Disney Parks and shopDisney Revealed

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Disney has revealed more of the Walt’s Holiday Lodge collection and other merchandise hitting Disney Parks and shopDisney.com this holiday season. The inspiration for the new Walt’s Holiday Lodge collection is Mickey Mouse and his pals celebrating the holidays at a ski castle lodge. They are featured throughout the products skiing, snowboarding, and spending time … Read more

Mannheim Steamroller Performing Live at Universal Studios Florida This December

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The best-selling holiday artist of all time, Mannheim Steamroller, is returning to Universal Orlando Resort for the holiday season. Mannheim Steamroller will perform live at Universal Studios Florida on December 4, 5, 11, and 12. Read more about the holiday festivities coming to Universal Orlando Resort.