VIDEO: Using the Paid Individual Lightning Lane Access at Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, But We Skipped Two Pre-Shows

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Though individual Lightning Lane access for Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance sold out this morning, we were able to purchase a 10:15 a.m. return time for $15 per person. The posted standby wait time was 120 minutes when we arrived for our Lightning Lane window. Cast Members were directing guests to the entrance, where … Read more

GUIDE: Booking Disability Access Service Attraction Return Times With My Disney Experience

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Guests utilizing Disability Access Service (DAS) at Walt Disney World are now able to book attraction return times using My Disney Experience. In My Disney Experience, guests who are already registered with DAS can access the DAS attractions menu by clicking the three-line icon on the bottom right, then scrolling to the bottom of the … Read more

Slinky Dog Dash Genie+ Lightning Lane Access ‘Sold Out’ at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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As of 10:02 a.m., Lightning Lane access is sold out for Slinky Dog Dash at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, only a few minutes after Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance sold out. Unlike Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, Slinky Dog Dash is part of Genie+, not an individual Lightning Lane selection. In My Disney Experience, … Read more

Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance Individual Lightning Lane Sold Out Before 10 a.m. at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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With the launch of Disney Genie in My Disney Experience, we’re testing Genie+ and individual Lightning Lane selections at Walt Disney World. Of course, one of the most popular rides is Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, so that was one the first attraction we booked at 7:00 a.m. At that … Read more

GUIDE: Booking Individual Lightning Lane With New Disney Genie Service

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Disney Genie has officially launched for Walt Disney World in the My Disney Experience app. The new service helps guests plan their day. Instead of FastPass, guests can now purchase Genie+ or individual Lightning Lane to access lower wait times. Check out our guide to booking Lightning Lane with Genie+ and read on for information … Read more

PHOTOS: Yeti Footprint Moved to Entrance of Matterhorn Bobsleds at Disneyland Park

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The large footprint previously on display behind the Matterhorn mountain in Disneyland Park has been moved. It is now just past the entrance to Matterhorn Bobsleds. After walking through the entrance archway, guests will encounter the footprint, which belongs to the attraction’s yeti, affectionately known as Harold. It is on a podium directly in the … Read more

PHOTOS: New Plaza Point Holiday Shoppe Signage Installed at Disneyland Park

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Earlier this month, Disney announced that a new holiday shop would be opening on Main Street, U.S.A. at Disneyland Park. The Plaza Point Holiday Shoppe will replace Main Street Photo Supply Co., providing Christmas merchandise year-round, as well as a rotation of other holiday items. Signage for the new shop has now appeared on the … Read more

PHOTOS: New Popcorn Scented Spirit Jersey Available at Disneyland

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A new popcorn-scented Spirit Jersey is now available at Disneyland Resort. We found it in the Emporium at Disneyland Park, alongside its matching Loungefly mini backpack. Popcorn Spirit Jersey – $74.99 The bottom half of the jersey has red stripes like a popcorn bag, interspersed with colorful Mickey popcorn buckets. A big Mickey bucket with … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: The Monorail Reopens at Disneyland Resort

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The Monorail has finally reopened at Disneyland Resort, transporting guests to and from Downtown Disney District and Tomorrowland. Although Disneyland Park reopened in April of this year, the Monorail did not return to service until now. Watch a video from aboard the Monorail below.

PHOTOS: New Vintage-Style Mickey and Minnie Keychain Available at Walt Disney World

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A new vintage-style keychain featuring Mickey and Minnie is now available at Walt Disney World. Though it’s not labeled as such, it fits in perfectly with the 50th anniversary Vault Collection. Mickey & Minnie Keychain – $7.99 The keychain is slightly transparent, with a red border. Mickey and Minnie stand in front of a striped … Read more

PHOTOS: Large Crane Moved to TRON Lightcycle Run Construction Site at Magic Kingdom

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A large crane has been moved into the construction site of TRON Lightcycle / Run at Magic Kingdom. The crane was visible even from the PeopleMover boarding platform. It’s toward the back of the construction site, next to the show building and behind Space Mountain. Construction of TRON Lightcycle / Run was delayed significantly due … Read more

‘The Passholder Buzz’ Page Launches Within My Disney Experience App

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Walt Disney World Annual Passholders can access a new page within My Disney Experience including news and exclusives just for them. After opening the My Disney Experience app, the page can be found after scrolling past park hours. A video featuring Mickey Mouse introduces you to The Passholder Buzz. The first two links lead out … Read more

PHOTOS: New Themed Signage Added to Construction Walls Outside Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway at Disneyland

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Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway remains under construction in Disneyland, with a new movie theater façade coming to Mickey’s Toontown for the attraction. The construction walls surrounding the façade have been updated with themed posters, photo ops, and concept art. The walls are white with teal blue panels. A poster for the cartoon short featured … Read more

PHOTOS: 50th Anniversary Apparel, MagicBand, Pin, Glasses, and More Finally Arrive at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

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Guests can celebrate 50 years of Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort with new apparel and other souvenirs. The new collection can be found at Boutiki in the Great Ceremonial House of Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. Stanchions were set up outside in expectation of a busy day. Polynesian Print – $39.99 Polynesian MagicBand – $44.99 Bamboo Glass … Read more

Disney Pushes Back Release Dates for ‘Doctor Strange,’ ‘Black Panther,’ ‘Indiana Jones’ Sequels, and More Upcoming Live Action Movies

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Disney has shifted the 2022 and 2023 release dates for several of their live-action films, including those in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Here is the new schedule. “Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness”: previously scheduled for March 25, 2022, now releasing May 6, 2022 “Thor: Love and Thunder”: previously scheduled for May 6, 2022, … Read more

Walt Disney World Files Permit to Re-Route Floridian Way Near Magic Kingdom, Possibly Making Room for Long-Rumored New Resort Hotel

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Walt Disney World has filed a permit with the South Florida Water Management District as part of the ongoing construction surrounding World Drive in front of the Transportation and Ticket Center. The project aims to improve traffic flow heading into Magic Kingdom and surrounding resorts. This new permit shows plans to re-route Floridian Way around … Read more