PHOTOS: Disney’s Hollywood Studios 50th Anniversary Starbucks ‘Been There Series’ Pin Now Available

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We’ve found the Disney’s Hollywood Studios pin in the 50th anniversary “Been There Series” set. Each pin is themed to a different park and available at that park’s respective Starbucks location. Hollywood Studios 50th Anniversary Starbucks ‘Been There Series’ Pin – $12.99 Like all of the other pins, this one incorporates the 50th anniversary logo, … Read more

PHOTOS: “The World’s Most Magical Celebration” Decal Added to Cinderella Castle Stage at Magic Kingdom Days Ahead of 50th Anniversary

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A decal for Walt Disney World’s 50th anniversary celebration has been added to the temporary platform on the Cinderella Castle stage in Magic Kingdom. The stage was surrounded with planters this morning as the decal was installed. We saw Cast Members installing the decal during early park entry this morning. By mid-day, the decal was … Read more

PHOTOS: Character RV Wrapped for “The World’s Most Magical Celebration”, 50th Characters Visiting Resort Hotels This Week

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The “caravanning ’round the world” RV at Walt Disney World has debuted a new look for “The World’s Most Magical Celebration”. This RV carries classic Disney characters to and from Walt Disney World Resort hotels for surprise, physically-distanced appearances. The van now has an EARidescent look featuring the 50th anniversary logo. Mickey and friends will … Read more

RUMOR: Disneyland Paris Will Have No Halloween Show or Parade This Year, Daytime Parade Also Canceled

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Though Disneyland Paris will be having its annual Halloween Festival this year, there will be no parade or show. There were limited Halloween experiences in 2020, but the park closed before Halloween day. Mickey and friends and Disney Villains will still pose for photos with guests, and Maleficent’s dragon will prowl the park. Unannounced plans … Read more

PHOTOS: Hotel Guest Early Entry at Disney’s Hollywood Studios Debuts, How to Ride Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance

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As part of “The World’s Most Magical Celebration”, guests of participating hotels are able to enter all four Walt Disney World theme parks 30 minutes early every day. We were at Disney’s Hollywood Studios for the first day of early entry this morning to see what boarding Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance would be … Read more

PHOTOS: How Early Theme Park Entry for Walt Disney World Resort Guests Works at Magic Kingdom

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Early theme park entry has started early for Walt Disney World Resort hotel guests. As part of “The World’s Most Magical Celebration”, Disney hotel guests and guests of other select hotels can enter the theme parks 30 minutes early every day. We got to Magic Kingdom early this morning to see what early entry was … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: New Mary Blair and Tomorrowland-Inspired Lobby Opens at Disney’s Contemporary Resort

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In the past few days, we got our first glimpses at the newly reimagined lobby of Disney’s Contemporary Resort. Now the lobby has reopened and guests can step into the world of Mary Blair’s artwork. The Mary Blair-inspired lobby goes well with the legendary Mary Blair mural on the fourth floor. We already took a … Read more

PHOTOS: New Ferryboat Ramp with Stairs Installed for Second Deck Loading at Magic Kingdom

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An extension to the new ferryboat ramp at the docks outside Magic Kingdom has been installed since our last update. It’s possible that this new ramp will allow guests to board directly onto the second story of the ferryboats. At the end of the ramp is a short set of ascending stairs. This does not … Read more

PHOTOS: New Limited Release “Vials of Villainy” Mystery Pin Box Available at Walt Disney World

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If your Halloween decor is made up of “dark secrets, mysterious serums, and evil potions”, then you’ll want to collect the new Vials of Villainy mystery pins now available at Walt Disney World. This new limited release collection is available through mystery boxes, and we found them in Frontier Trading Post at Magic Kingdom. Limited … Read more

PHOTOS: New Grogu, Princess Leia, and More “Star Wars” Jewelry at Walt Disney World

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During our most recent visit to Disney’s Animal Kingdom, we found some new jewelry featuring Grogu (a.k.a. Baby Yoda) from “The Mandalorian”, Princess Leia, and other Star Wars icons. These items were in Discovery Trading Co. Grogu Earrings – $19.99 These simple pompom earrings resemble Grogu or the original Yoda himself. Each item comes in … Read more

PHOTOS: The American Heritage Gallery Reopens with New Artifacts at EPCOT

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The American Heritage Gallery inside The American Adventure at EPCOT has reopened with new artifacts after a brief closure. This gallery has long held the “Creating Tradition” exhibit, which highlights innovation and change in Native American (or American Indian) artwork from different regions of the country. Each display inside is dedicated to a different region … Read more

PHOTOS: Some Tribal Masks Removed From Refreshment Outpost in EPCOT

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Some of the tribal masks at Refreshment Outpost in EPCOT have been removed. Masks previously were at the top of this hut to the side of the outpost. Black rectangles where the masks used to hang are still visible. There used to be seven masks in total. For reference, below is a picture of what … Read more

PHOTOS: New Norway Pavilion Sign, Ornament, and Apparel Available at EPCOT

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A new line of Norway merchandise is making its way into The Fjording at EPCOT. So far, we’ve found a sign, tank top, hoodie, and ornament within the collection. Norway Sign – $29.99 Everything in the collection has a similar Norwegian design on it. This sign has a chain on top for easy hanging. Norway … Read more

PHOTOS: EARidescent 50th Anniversary Decorations Added to Island Mercantile in Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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Island Mercantile in Disney’s Animal Kingdom has been decorated for Walt Disney World’s 50th anniversary. Banners featuring the 50th logo and a stylized Tree of Life hang from the ceiling. Gold fabric with shimmering lights are draped throughout the rest of the room. World of Disney in Disney Springs has also been decorated for the … Read more

PHOTOS: Big Feet Stitch Plush Stomps Into Walt Disney World

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Another version of Stitch is now available at Walt Disney World. We found this big feet plush in the Emporium at Magic Kingdom. Stitch Plush – $29.99 This Stitch may also be considered a “big ear” plush, with ears that stick out like Dumbo’s. Will you be bringing home this fluffy buddy? Let us know … Read more

PHOTOS: FastPass+ Sign Removed as Primeval Whirl Demolition Continues at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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Over a year after its official closure was announced, demolition of Primeval Whirl at Disney’s Animal Kingdom is underway. The FastPass+ sign and other signage has been removed from the shuttered attraction’s entrance. Construction walls were erected earlier this month. The dinos escaping the asteroid remain intact at the front of the coaster. The neighboring … Read more