REVIEW: ‘It’s Showtime!’ New 50th Anniversary Floats and Bundt Cake Inspired by Enchanted Tiki Room Fly Into Aloha Isle at Magic Kingdom

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In honor of the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World, three new treats inspired by opening day attraction Tropical Serenade — now known as Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room — are available at Aloha Isle Refreshments in Magic Kingdom. Aloha Isle is right next to Enchanted Tiki Room in Adventureland. The treats are all labeled … Read more

REVIEW: Happy Haunts Milkshake, Sea Captain Catch, and More 50th Anniversary Items Celebrate The Haunted Mansion at Columbia Harbor House in Magic Kingdom

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We’ve been reviewing a lot of sugary 50th anniversary treats at Walt Disney World today, but if you’re in the mood for an actual meal, Columbia Harbor House in Magic Kingdom has some options inspired by The Haunted Mansion. The new items may not stand out on the menu, but they are the Sea Captain … Read more

PHOTOS: Mickey’s Premium Ice Cream Bar Dresses Up With 50th Anniversary Wrapper at Walt Disney World

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Mickey and his friends aren’t the only ones dressed up for the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World. The classic Mickey’s Premium Ice Cream Bar has a new wrapper featuring the 50th anniversary logo and Mickey himself. Mickey’s Premium Ice Cream Bars are available at snack carts throughout all four theme parks. If you’re looking … Read more

REVIEW: New 50th Anniversary Shimmer Over the Moon and Magical Beacon Cocktail at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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Disney’s Hollywood Studios is celebrating Walt Disney World’s 50th anniversary with several special drinks and treats. Two 50th anniversary cocktails are available at Sunshine Day Bar on Sunset Boulevard. We tried the bar’s Sweet Poison cocktail this summer. The Shimmer Over the Moon is also available at The Hollywood Brown Derby Lounge, Oasis Canteen, and … Read more

PHOTOS: Say ‘Bonjour!’ as Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure and France Pavilion Expansion Officially Open at EPCOT

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Though many guests already got to experience Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure during previews, the attraction and the France Pavilion expansion didn’t officially open at EPCOT until today, October 1. The grand opening also marks the launch of the ride’s virtual queue. The status of the virtual queue is displayed on tip boards in the park. Though … Read more

REVIEW: Delectably Rich 50th Anniversary Glimmer and Shimmer Blondie at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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The 50th anniversary treats available at Disney’s Hollywood Studios are all about “glimmer and shimmer.” At Backlot Express, we picked up the Glimmer and Shimmer Blondie, which is also available at Fairfax Fare. Glimmer and Shimmer Blondie – $4.49 Gooey toffee and toasted coconut blondie with salted caramel buttercream and festive gold nuggets This is … Read more

PHOTOS: D23-Exclusive ‘Muppets Haunted Mansion’ Merchandise by Mickey’s of Glendale Launching October 4 and 11

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A D23-exclusive collection of “Muppets Haunted Mansion” merchandise by Mickey’s of Glendale will be launching in two phases on October 4 and October 11. The collection will be available on shopDisney.com to D23 Gold members, starting at 7:00 a.m. PT on each day. October 4 Launch Spirit Jersey Summon Madame Pigota and the spirits, wherever … Read more

BREAKING: Park Hopping to Magic Kingdom Currently Unavailable

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Park Hopping is currently unavailable to Magic Kingdom. Guests at Walt Disney World are receiving the update via My Disney Experience. With Park Pass reservations, guests may only Park Hop after entering the park they made a reservation to first. With reservations full at all four parks today and many guests Park Hopping to Magic … Read more

Cast Member Compliment Feature Now Available on My Disney Experience App

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A new way to compliment Walt Disney World Cast Members has debuted on the My Disney Experience app. To find it, click on the 50th anniversary experience guide on the front page of My Disney Experience. At the very bottom of the guide is the option to share a compliment. Clicking takes you to a … Read more

Walt Disney World PhotoPass Pictures Taken Today Are Free to Download

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All PhotoPass pictures taken at Walt Disney World today, October 1, are free to download in honor of the resort’s 50th anniversary. We confirmed with PhotoPass Cast Members at Magic Kingdom, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and EPCOT. Guests will see this message when accessing PhotoPass on the app today. The standard expiration policy applies. Photos will … Read more

REVIEW: New Uncle Orville Great Big Beautiful Tomorrow Sundae Makes a Splash at Auntie Gravity’s for 50th Anniversary of Magic Kingdom

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When we saw the list of 50th anniversary treats coming to Walt Disney World on October 1, we knew we would have to try the Uncle Orville Great Big Beautiful Tomorrow Sundae as soon as possible. This sundae is inspired by the classic scene in Walt Disney’s Carousel of Progress when Uncle Orville is relaxing … Read more

PHOTOS: New 50th Anniversary Minnie Mouse Sipper Available at Magic Kingdom

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We’re celebrating the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World Resort at Magic Kingdom today. This includes trying all of the new food and picking up some souvenirs. We got this new Minnie Mouse sipper at Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Café. 50th Celebration Minnie Sipper – $15.99 Minnie is dressed in her new 50th anniversary costume, including … Read more

REVIEW: Hand-Dipped 50th Celebration Mickey Premium Bar is a Great Twist on a Classic Treat at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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Among the over 150 treats celebrating Walt Disney World Resort’s 50th anniversary are some twists on classic snacks. That includes this 50th anniversary version of the famous Mickey premium bar, now available at Drinkwallah in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Hand-Dipped 50th Celebration Mickey’s Premium Bar – $6.69 Our classic Nestlé Mickey’s Premium Ice Cream Bar dipped … Read more

PHOTO: New EARidescent 50th Anniversary Balloon Floats Into the Magic Kingdom

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We’re celebrating the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World Resort at Magic Kingdom today! Among the many new offerings available is a 50th anniversary balloon. We first saw this balloon during promotional filming a week ago. The exterior transparent part of the balloon is an EARidescent pink. The interior balloon is blue, with the gold … Read more

PHOTOS: 50th Anniversary Refillable Mugs Now Available at Walt Disney World Resort Hotels

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Walt Disney World Resort hotels have a new refillable mug available in honor of the resort’s 50th anniversary. We discovered two versions of this mug. The main cup portion has the same design, but one has a blue handle and lid, while the other has a yellow-gold handle and lid. The mug features the 50th … Read more

PHOTOS: Vintage Attraction Posters and New ‘Disney Enchantment’ Poster Now On Display at Magic Kingdom

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Guests entering Magic Kingdom this morning for the park’s 50th anniversary were greeted with a nostalgic surprise beneath the Main Street, U.S.A. train station. Many of the posters in the entrance tunnels have been replaced with vintage 1970s posters. These are all the same posters guests visiting 50 years ago may have admired. In the … Read more