PHOTOS: More New “S.E.A.” Props Added to Jungle Cruise Queue at Magic Kingdom

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More new props have been added to the queue of Jungle Cruise at Magic Kingdom. As part of the ongoing cultural sensitivity changes, the skipper office in the queue was recently completely restocked. More references to the Society of Explorers and Adventurers (S.E.A.) have also cropped up. As we noted yesterday, there’s a plethora of … Read more

Shades of Green Eligible for Early Theme Park Entry Starting October 1

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Starting October 1, guests staying at select Walt Disney World resort hotels will be able to enter theme parks early. Shades of Green Resort announced via Facebook that they will be among the participating resorts. Early Park Entry, as well as extended evening hours, will replace Extra Magic Hours. Guests will need a valid ticket … Read more

Disney 2021 Wine & Dine 10K Now Sold Out

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On the first day of general registration, the Disney Wine & Dine 10K has sold out. The Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend will be the first in-person runDisney event in over a year. Each race is themed to a different Disney Villain, with the 10K celebrating Oogie Boogie and Jack Skellington from Tim … Read more

PHOTOS: New Souvenir Mickey Cup Available at Bing Bong’s Sweet Stuff in Disney California Adventure

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Guests can get their favorite “memory refreshers” in a new cup available at Bing Bong’s Sweet Stuff in Disney California Adventure. Souvenir Mickey Cup – $10.99 The cup was on display behind the counter, and the vibrant orange lid stood out under the kitchen light. The cup has a yellow cap with Mickey ears, and … Read more

Disney Corporate Officers Zenia Mucha and Alan Braverman Stepping Down

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Disney’s senior executive VP and chief communications officer Zenia Mucha and senior executive VP, general counsel, and secretary Alan Braverman will be stepping down from their positions at the end of 2021. Mucha joined The Walt Disney Company in 2001 as the head of communications for ABC. She became Disney’s chief spokesperson in 2002. Braverman … Read more

More Walt Disney World Park Passes Added For All Ticket Types Throughout the Summer

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More Walt Disney World Park Passes have been added for all three ticket types through September. All four parks are available every day for July, August, and September. Most of the month of October has full availability. All four parks are unavailable to Annual Passholders on October 1. Magic Kingdom and EPCOT are unavailable to … Read more

NBC Sports Grill & Brew Opens Today at Universal CityWalk Hollywood

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NBC Sports Grill & Brew has opened at Universal CityWalk Hollywood. Just like its counterpart at Universal Orlando Resort, guests can enjoy the grill’s menu while watching a variety of NBC sports. Read the press release from Universal below. Universal CityWalk Hollywood, located adjacent to Universal Studios Hollywood, scores with today’s opening of its newest … Read more

PHOTOS: New Minnie and Mickey Paris Merchandise Released in France at EPCOT

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The France Pavilion in EPCOT has a new collection of apparel and merchandise featuring Minnie and Mickey Mouse. “Très Chic!” Long-Sleeve Shirt – $39.99 Mickey, in beret and scarf, blows kisses on this shirt. Mickey Mouse Polo Shirt – $49.99 “Bonjour Paris” Tee – $29.99 On this tee, Mickey collects baguettes. Striped Mickey Mouse Tee … Read more

“Jungle Cruise” World Premiere Red Carpet Streaming Live from Disneyland on July 24

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On July 24, Disney fans will be able to watch the red carpet for Disney’s Jungle Cruise world premiere live from Disneyland Park. The virtual red carpet will be live-streamed on Disney Parks Blog as well as on Disneyland social media. At Disneyland itself, there may be some operational impacts due to the premiere itself. … Read more

PHOTOS: Pavilion Flags Return to EPCOT Entrance

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All of the pavilion flags have been returned to the entrance of EPCOT, after being missing for almost a week. The reason for the brief removal of the flags is unknown, though it was possibly due to adverse weather. The Imagination Pavilion flags were removed first and Cast Members said this was due to damage. … Read more

Universal Orlando Casting More Scareactors and Stilt Walkers for Halloween Horror Nights 30

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Universal Orlando Resort is once again holding external auditions for Halloween Horror Nights entertainment positions. These auditions are for more scareactors and stilt walkers, which they were also casting for back in May. The submission deadline is July 19, 2021. Previous experience is not required for scareactors. Previous experience is required for big foot and … Read more

PHOTOS: New Black and Gold Minnie Mouse Ear Headband Available at Walt Disney World

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A classy new Minnie Mouse ear headband is now available at Walt Disney World. We found these black and gold ears in World of Disney at Disney Springs. Black and Gold Ear Headband – $29.99 The headband and ears are black velour. The ears are patterned with small golden gems. Thin black mesh creates the … Read more

Mandatory “Health Pass” Coming to France, May Impact Disneyland Paris Starting July 21

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French President Emmanuel Macron has announced that a “Health Pass” with proof of COVID-19 vaccination or recent test will soon be mandatory to access public places and events. The Health Pass applies to events with over 50 people present but may be expanded to smaller places later. It will be required starting July 21. Disneyland … Read more

PHOTOS: “Welcome to Scarey” Halloween Horror Nights House Facade Erected at Universal Studios Florida

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Though we still have some time before Halloween Horror Nights 30 at Universal Studios Florida, construction is already underway for the frightful event. Behind Men in Black: Alien Attack, we spotted the facade of the “Welcome to Scarey: Horror in the Heartland” house. This house was on the speculation map released earlier this year. A … Read more

Belle Vue Lounge Reopening Delayed to July 14 at Disney’s BoardWalk Inn

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Belle Vue Lounge at Disney’s BoardWalk Inn was originally scheduled to reopen yesterday, July 11, but will now reopen on July 14. The delay is reportedly due to a ceiling leak. The lounge serves coffee and pastries in the morning and cocktails in the evening. Most of BoardWalk’s other dining and drinking locations are already … Read more

PHOTOS: New Haunted Mansion Shorts and Leggings Available at Walt Disney World

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More new Haunted Mansion apparel is now available at Memento Mori in Magic Kingdom. These shorts and leggings will go well with the Madame Leota T-shirt we found this weekend. The Haunted Mansion Denim Shorts – $39.99 These denim shorts are covered in the Haunted Mansion wallpaper pattern. The Hitchhiking Ghosts are on one leg. … Read more