PHOTOS: ‘Feathered Friends in Flight!’ Replaces ‘Up! A Great Bird Adventure’ Signage at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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Last summer, the physically-distanced “Feathered Friends in Flight!” show opened in Caravan Theater at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, replacing “Up! A Great Bird Adventure” for an unspecified amount of time. Over a year later, it seems “Feathered Friends in Flight!” is now permanent, as it finally has its own signage outside the theater. Signage for “Up! … Read more

REVIEW: New Snickers Mickey Cereal Treat at Main Street Confectionery in Magic Kingdom

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Among the snacks available at the just reopened Main Street Confectionery in Magic Kingdom are plenty of cereal treats. We picked up the Mickey cereal treat with Snickers. Mickey Cereal Treat with Snickers – $5.99 Crisped rice cereal treat with Chopped Snickers and milk chocolate coating (contains peanuts) This tastes just like you would expect … Read more

1971 Original Party Line Phone Gone Following Main Street Confectionery Refurbishment at Magic Kingdom

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Main Street Confectionery reopened with a new look yesterday, which means all elements of the Chapeau are no more. The Confectionery took over the hat shop’s space (Curtain Call Collectibles is now offering hat embroidery), and among the elements removed was the Chapeau’s “party line.” The “party line” was available on the old-fashioned phone near … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: New Look at Disney KiteTails Coming Soon to Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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Disney has released new images and video from Disney KiteTails, the new daytime show coming to Discovery River Amphitheater at Disney’s Animal Kingdom on October 1. The show will feature kites representing different Disney characters, including some from “The Lion King” and “Finding Nemo.” Here, Simba and Zazu soar above the river. Three “Finding Nemo” … Read more

BREAKING: All Guests 12 and Up Must Show Proof of Vaccination or Negative COVID-19 Test to Enter Universal Studios Hollywood Starting October 7

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In compliance with Los Angeles County mandates, Universal Studios Hollywood will be requiring all guests 12 and older to show proof that they have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or a negative test taken from the previous 72 hours in order to enter the park. This goes into effect starting October 7. Guests under 12 … Read more

PHOTOS: 50th Anniversary Logo Now Appearing on ‘Harmonious’ Barge Screens in EPCOT

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The “Harmonious” barges in World Showcase Lagoon at EPCOT are now showing the 50th anniversary logo on their screens. The logo is fading in and out against a watery image. Rainbow lights were also illuminated on the edge of the raised barge arms. “Harmonious” will be debuting tonight for a Disney Parks Blog live stream.

PHOTOS: Updated Logo Flags Flying Outside Spaceship Earth at EPCOT, All 12 Pavilions Now Featured

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The pavilion logo flags, some of which were added to the new EPCOT entrance earlier this year, have been updated ahead of the park’s October 1 birthday. There are two sets of flags on either side of Spaceship Earth. The flags are still white, and each has a different pavilion logo in the center. Previously, … Read more

VIDEO: Watch the Full Trailer for Disney’s ‘Encanto’

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Disney has released a new poster and the first full trailer for “Encanto,” coming to theaters this Thanksgiving. The poster features characters from the movie and the tagline, “There’s a little magic in all of us… almost all of us.” Watch the trailer below. Walt Disney Animation Studios’ upcoming feature film “Encanto,” tells the tale … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Check Out the Vintage Photos and Ticket Ceiling of the Main Street Cinema’s Vault Collection Overlay at Magic Kingdom

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Walt Disney World’s retro-inspired Vault Collection launched at Disney Springs yesterday, celebrating the resort’s 50th anniversary in a nostalgic popup shop. Today, the Main Street Cinema at Magic Kingdom reopened with a Vault Collection overlay. Take a look at some of the magical details with us as we tour the store. The marquee now reads … Read more

REVIEW: New Candy-Infused Fudge at Main Street Confectionery in Magic Kingdom

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After months of refurbishment, Main Street Confectionery has finally reopened at the Magic Kingdom, bringing plenty of new goodies to try, including new flavors of fudge featuring Mars candies. Whether you’re a lover of M&M’s, Skittles, Snickers, or Twix, there’s a lot to enjoy! Peanut Butter Fudge – $4.99 Peanut butter fudge made with M&M’s … Read more

PHOTOS: New Ludwig Von Drake, Peter Pan Starter Set, and Italy Pins Available at Walt Disney World

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Several new pins, including a limited release Ludwig Von Drake pin, are now available at Walt Disney World. Limited Release Ludwig Von Drake 60th Anniversary Pin – $15.99 This pin celebrates the 60th anniversary of Ludwig Von Drake’s introduction. “Amore” Italy Pin – $12.99 “Cucina Italia” Italy Pin – $12.99 Peter Pan Pin Starter Set … Read more

PHOTOS: Liquid Layer Interactive Fountain Permanently Closed and Paved Over in EPCOT

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Though the Liquid Layer Interactive Fountain near Mission: SPACE reopened in June, EPCOT’s other Liquid Layer has remained closed and surrounded by construction walls for a year. Though the fate of the play area has been unclear, it now appears to be permanently closed. From the Monorail, we could see fresh pavement on the ground … Read more

PHOTOS: Southwest Airlines Unveils Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Plane

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Southwest Airlines has revealed a plane decorated for Walt Disney World’s 50th anniversary, featuring colors and imagery that we’ve seen added all throughout the Walt Disney World resort recently. Of course, Mickey and Minnie were on hand for the debut of the updated Boeing 737. The plane features the 50th anniversary logo, Mickey Mouse, and … Read more

PHOTOS: New Hollywood Studios and Animal Kingdom Starbucks Tumblers Available at Walt Disney World

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All four Walt Disney World theme parks have new vintage-style Starbucks tumblers now available. We already found Magic Kingdom and EPCOT’s tumblers, now we’ve found Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Disney’s Animal Kingdom’s. Disney’s Hollywood Studios Starbucks Tumbler – $24.99 Disney’s Animal Kingdom Starbucks Tumbler – $24.99 There is also a new Starbucks pin set with … Read more

REVIEW: New Twix and Skittles Mickey Marshmallows Are a Picture-Perfect Treat at Main Street Confectionery in Magic Kingdom

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The Main Street Confectionery has reopened with tons of new treats. Now that we’ve toured the candy shop, let’s taste some confections. First up, let’s try some Mickey marshmallows! Twix Mickey Marshmallow Pop – $4.59 Marshmallow with Chopped Twix and milk chocolate coating Neither of these marshmallow pops are anything special. They taste just like … Read more

FULL LIST of Over 150 New Food Items Coming to Walt Disney World for the 50th Anniversary, Including Uncle Orville Bathtub Sundae and Mr. Toad Burger

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Walt Disney World has announced that over 150 new drinks and snacks that will be available throughout the resort during the 50th anniversary. Walt’s personal recipes, Walt Disney World Resort attractions (past and present), beloved Disney Characters, and nostalgic dishes from 1971 were inspirations for the tasty offerings created for this anniversary celebration.  Walt’s palate … Read more