REVIEW: Returning Aqua de Jamaica Slush, Tamale Plate, Tacos, Coco Cake, and More at Disney California Adventure for Halloween Time 2021

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Several Coco-inspired meals, desserts, and drinks have returned to Paradise Garden Grill in the Plaza de la Familia at Disney California Adventure for Halloween 2021. In addition to the items we reviewed below, there are also a street-style taco and cheese quesadilla for kids. Traditional Tamale Plate – $12.99 Red chile pork tamales with golden … Read more

Bill Diercksen Taking Over As Disney Vacation Club Senior VP and General Manager

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In a new email to Disney Vacation Club Members, Thomas Mazloum, President of Disney Signature Experiences, has announced that Bill Diercksen has been promoted to senior vice president and general manager of Disney Vacation Club. Diercksen is replacing Terri Schultz, who is moving to senior vice president of Commercial Strategy for all Disney Signature Experiences … Read more

Disneyland Paris Now Allowing Guests to Remove Masks for Character Greetings and Photo-Ops

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Disneyland Paris has closed and reopened multiple times since early 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Guests are required to wear masks, but they may now temporarily remove them at selfie spots with characters and PhotoPass locations. In addition to masks, guests 12 and older are currently required to have a Health Pass, as mandated … Read more

PHOTOS: New Entrance to Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Almost Completed

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While the new Monorail station and porte-cochère of Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort have opened, construction is not yet complete on the resort’s updated entrance. But it looks like we might finally be able to walk through the front doors of the Great Ceremonial House again soon. There are tarps hung around the bottom of the … Read more

VIDEO: Spaceship Earth “Beacon of Magic” Nighttime Lights Testing at EPCOT

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During “The World’s Most Magical Celebration”, the four icons of Walt Disney World theme parks will become “beacons of magic”, honoring the resort’s 50th anniversary. This summer, “points of light” were installed across the face of Spaceship Earth to turn it into a beacon. Instagram user juckstapositionz has now caught the entire icon lit up … Read more

FIRST LOOK: New Spaceship Earth Merchandise Line Coming Exclusively to Creations Shop at EPCOT

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Alongside the announcement that Creations Shop would be opening on September 15 at EPCOT, Disney revealed a new line of merchandise inspired by Spaceship Earth. The “Light” line from the EPCOT Light & Color Collection will be exclusively available at Creations Shop on opening day. The line includes a light-up ear headband, bag, baseball cap, … Read more

BREAKING: Creations Shop & Club Cool Opening on September 15 at EPCOT, First Look at Exclusive Merchandise

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With a sneak peek of a new Spaceship Earth merchandise line, Disney has announced that Creations Shop and Club Cool will be opening at EPCOT on September 15. Creations Shop will be EPCOT’s new flagship merchandise location, replacing Mouse Gear. Club Cool will now be connected to the shop. The “Light” line of merchandise will … Read more

PHOTOS: Sonny Eclipse Returns to Cosmic Ray’s at Magic Kingdom After Brief Absence

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Sonny Eclipse has returned to his home at Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe in Magic Kingdom after a brief absence. Sonny was likely put away while an event was held inside Cosmic Ray’s. We’re glad to hear him singing his tunes again.

VIDEO: First Commercial Featuring Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Theme Song “The Magic is Calling” Released

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In a new advertisement for Walt Disney World’s 50th anniversary on October 1 and “The World’s Most Magical Celebration”, the celebration’s theme song can be heard. Watch the ad below: “The Magic Is Calling” was created by platinum-selling songwriter and music producer Alan Da Fonseca and award-winning composer Emily Bear and is sung by Journi. … Read more

PHOTOS: New Limited Edition and Limited Release ‘The Nightmare Before Christmas’ Pins Available at Walt Disney World

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This is Halloween! Celebrate the season with new limited edition and limited release “The Nightmare Before Christmas” pins now available at Walt Disney World. We found them in Frontier Trading Post at Magic Kingdom. The four limited-edition pins all resemble half of a main character’s face, then open up to reveal a scene from the … Read more

PHOTOS: Sonny Eclipse Missing From Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe at Magic Kingdom

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Sonny Eclipse is currently missing from Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe at Magic Kingdom. Sonny has likely been lifted away into his ceiling home to create a space for the Disney After Hours Boo Bash dance party to move inside during rain. Sonny is also sometimes put away for private events. While he’s gone, a silver … Read more

PHOTOS: New “The Nightmare Before Christmas” Zero Shoulder Plush Appears at Disneyland Resort

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Zero from The Nightmare Before Christmas has floated into Disneyland Resort as a magnetic shoulder plush. We found this perfect Halloween accessory in Pioneer Mercantile at Disneyland Park. Zero Shoulder Plush – $19.99 Just like in the movie, Zero has a jack-o-lantern nose. Unlike other shoulder plush, Zero actually lights up. He has a light … Read more

PHOTOS: New Annual Passholder and Character Halloween Phone Cases More Cute Than Scary at Walt Disney World

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Two new Disney Halloween phone cases have arrived at Mouse Gear in EPCOT. One is an Annual Passholder exclusive case, while the other is available to all guests. “Happy Halloween” Phone Case – $34.99 This case has a 3-D effect, with Mickey and his friends popping out of a purple background. A pumpkin castle is … Read more

PHOTOS: Painting of Mad Tea Party Roof for 50th Anniversary Resumes at Magic Kingdom

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A month ago, the turret atop Mad Tea Party in Magic Kingdom was painted dark blue, indicating the attraction would be getting a makeover ahead of its 50th anniversary. The roof went mostly untouched since then, but today more dark blue paint has overtaken the old teal green color. The roof has eighteen triangular panels, … Read more

PHOTOS: New “The Nightmare Before Christmas” Zero Shoulder Plush Appears at Walt Disney World

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Whether Jack Skellington is your Halloween costume or you just love dogs, you’ll enjoy Walt Disney World’s newest magnetic shoulder plush: Zero! Zero Shoulder Plush – $19.99 We found Jack’s loyal companion at the Emporium in Magic Kingdom. Unlike other shoulder plush, Zero actually lights up. He has a light at the tip of his … Read more

PHOTOS: Cast Members Now Handing Out Leaflets Informing Guests of FastPass+ Retirement at Walt Disney World to Correct Ticket Designs

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Cast Members at the entrance to Magic Kingdom have started handing out leaflets informing guests that the FastPass+ service has retired, which was announced last month. The leaflets feature Mickey and Minnie in their 50th anniversary costumes. The leaflet explains that, despite the fact that FastPass+ is promoted on physical tickets some guests use, the … Read more