REVIEW: New Hawaiian-Inspired Burger is Surprisingly Good at Galactic Grill in Disneyland

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Galactic Grill in Disneyland has a new specialty burger inspired by Hawaii. Despite our trepidations, we headed to the Tomorrowland restaurant to try a bite. Hawaiian-Inspired Burger – $14.49 Hawaiian-inspired Burger with Roasted Pineapple, Citrus-Teriyaki Glaze, House-made Aïoli, and Mirin Vinaigrette Slaw This burger comes with your choice of fries, yogurt, or cuties. Cuties were … Read more

PHOTOS: Universal Studios Hollywood Reveals Super Nintendo World Merchandise – Now On Sale!

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Though it will be a while before Super Nintendo World opens at Universal Studios Hollywood, new merchandise for the land is now available in the park. According to Universal Studios Hollywood on Twitter, you can find these items in the Universal Studio Store. The images show plush, bags, and hats. What merchandise are you hoping … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Aurora and Belle Appearing in Distanced Meet-and-Greets at EPCOT

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Though up-close meet-and-greets have yet to return to Walt Disney World, more characters are making distanced, interactive appearances. At EPCOT, Princesses Aurora and Belle are now appearing separate from the Princess Promenade Character Cavalcade. The princesses are appearing periodically in the France Pavilion. They stood on a walkway near the World Showcase Lagoon. Aurora was … Read more

PHOTOS: New “Harry Potter” Metal Earth Model Kits Available at Universal Orlando Resort

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Several new Harry Potter Metal Earth model kits have arrived at Universal Orlando Resort. The kits for Hagrid’s hut and the Golden Snitch were already available, but the rest are new. We found them in the Universal Studios Store at Universal Studios Florida. Buckbeak Steel Model Kit – $30 None of these kits require glue … Read more

PHOTOS: Second Decorative Panel Added to Front of Monorail Station at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

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Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort reopened to all guests last month, but unfortunately, the resort’s new Monorail station has not yet been completed. However, the new porte-cochère did open, and we can now get a better view of some of the construction. Plants are filling the dirt plots in front of the porte-cochère. Stairs lead to … Read more

PHOTOS: New Haunted Mansion Jewelry by Betsey Johnson Available at Walt Disney World

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Become a happy haunt with some of these new Haunted Mansion jewelry by Betsey Johnson, now available at Walt Disney World. We found this necklace and these earrings in Bayview Gifts at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. The Haunted Mansion Necklace – $100 This costume necklace features Madame Leota and the Hatbox Ghost, as well as one … Read more

EPCOT Moving to Earlier Opening Times In October

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In the month of October, EPCOT will now be opening at 10:00 AM instead of 11:00 AM daily through at least the 23rd. EPCOT is still scheduled to close at 10:00 PM. Check out the most recent hours update for all four parks.

Walt Disney World Theme Park Hours Released Through October 23

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Walt Disney World hours have been released through October 23. Hours were previously released through October 16. Magic Kingdom Magic Kingdom is currently scheduled to open at 9:00 AM daily. It will close at 8:30 PM on October 17, 19, and 22. It will close at 9:00 PM on October 18, 20, 21, and 23. … Read more

R2-D2 Joins Disney Fab 50 Character Collection Statues for Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary

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R2-D2 is joining the Disney Fab 50 Character Collection and rolling into Disney’s Hollywood Studios this fall as part of “The World’s Most Magical Celebration.” Walt Disney Imagineers Ann Morrow Johnson and Scott Trowbridge, who are currently working on Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser, announced R2-D2’s gold statue in a new social media video. Make sure … Read more

CONCEPT ART: “One-of-a-Kind” 50th Anniversary Merchandise Displays Coming to Walt Disney World

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Following the reveal of some of Walt Disney World’s upcoming 50th anniversary merchandise, Disney Parks Blog has released a concept rendering for a new kind of retail display. Here’s what Disney Parks Blog has to say about the display: This fall, look for one-of-a-kind retail displays that will incorporate Disney storytelling into your 50th merchandise shopping … Read more

PHOTOS: New The Haunted Mansion Loungefly Bag Materializes at Magic Kingdom

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If you’re looking for the perfect accessory to go with your Haunted Mansion ear headband, then look no further. Loungefly has a new ghostly bag for the famous attraction. The Haunted Mansion Loungefly Bag – $65 This punk-style bag is covered in flair and has both handles and a shoulder strap. Master Gracey is pictured … Read more

PHOTOS: Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Merchandise Collections Announced

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Walt Disney World has announced the merchandise collections celebrating the resort’s 50th anniversary. We got a first look at some of these items few days ago. For 50 years, no trip to the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida has been complete without bringing home a treasured souvenir – a special something that told everyone, … Read more

PHOTOS: New Apple Orchard and “Beauty and the Beast” Merchandise at 2021 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival

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Though we catalogued all of the merchandise available on the first day of the 2021 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival, even more merchandise has been sprouting up since then. Two new apple orchard-themed items and two Beauty and the Beast items are now available in Port of Entry at EPCOT. Apple Orchard Potholder – … Read more

REVIEW: Yachtsman Steakhouse Reopens With Delicious Prime Cuts, Fresh Seafood, and More at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort

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As we reported earlier, Yachtsman Steakhouse has reopened at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort. Guests can savor premium steaks, fresh seafood, and more at this New England-style steakhouse. We stopped by for dinner; let’s see how it fared. Interior The Yachtsman Steakhouse carries the resort’s overall nautical theme nicely without feeling tacky. The host stand is … Read more

New Pre-Arrival Exclusive Disney’s Old Key West Resort MagicBand Now Available

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A new pre-arrival exclusive MagicBand is now available for Disney’s Old Key West Resort. This MagicBand isn’t available in stores, but guests can choose to add it to a resort reservation. Disney’s Old Key West Resort MagicBand – $25 The navy blue MagicBand features Mickey in a summery outfit. Old Key West buildings and palm … Read more

PHOTOS: Tarps Return to Exterior of Disney’s Contemporary Resort Amidst Incredibles Refurbishment

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As the interior of Disney’s Contemporary Resort continues to be reimagined with Incredibles-themed rooms and an updated lobby, tarps have once again been hung on the exterior of the hotel. Tarps were previously blocking the view of construction in the rooms, before being completely removed last month. Tarps now cover the entire bottom row of … Read more