Full Flag Retreat Ceremony Returns to Magic Kingdom and Disneyland

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The traditional flag retreat ceremony has returned to Magic Kingdom. The ceremony, which recognizes active-duty military and veterans, resumed on July 1. A guest from the U.S. Air Force was chosen to stand with Magic Kingdom security as the flag was lowered, folded, and carried down Main Street, U.S.A. The ceremony includes the Pledge of … Read more

PHOTOS: Pavement Replacement Moves To Tomorrowland Bridge at Magic Kingdom

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The gear pavement of Tomorrowland in Magic Kingdom continues to be replaced, with the thoroughfare between Monsters, Inc. Laugh Floor and the old site of Stitch’s Great Escape now complete and work moving to the bridge. From the PeopleMover, we can get a good look at the dark pavement cutting down the center of the … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Tinker Bell Greets Guests at a Distance in Disneyland Park

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Tinker Bell is greeting guests once again near her Pixie Hollow home in Disneyland Park. For safety, she is still making appearances at a distance, but guests can take her photo and talk to her. Guests walking on the paths nearby could see Tink on the other side of a hedge. Tink was happy to … Read more

PHOTOS: Tangaroa Terrace Tropical Bar & Grill Reopens at The Disneyland Hotel

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Tangaroa Terrace Tropical Bar & Grill has reopened with the rest of The Disneyland Hotel this weekend. Guests can use the Disneyland App to mobile order before entering the restaurant. There’s a breakfast menu, lunch and dinner menu, and a bar menu. There’s no physical distancing. Cast Members are still wearing masks. Some self-service stations … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: The Disneyland Hotel Reopens to Guests

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After a year-long closure, The Disneyland Hotel has finally reopened. Join us on a tour around the hotel. The porte-cochère and lobby were decorated with balloons for the reopening. Fantasia Shop was open. Small World Gifts & Sundries was also open. Though there is no physical distancing, Cast Members do have a plexiglass divider in … Read more

Belle Vue Lounge Reopening July 11 at Disney’s BoardWalk Inn

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Disney’s BoardWalk Inn has reopened to all guests this weekend. Belle Vue Lounge will be reopening at the resort next weekend, on July 11. 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 open.

Walt Disney World Theme Park Hours Released Through September 18

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Walt Disney World hours have been released from September 11 through September 18 for all theme parks. Hours were previously released through September 11. Magic Kingdom Magic Kingdom is currently scheduled to open at 9:00 AM daily. It will close at 9:00 PM on September 13, 15, 16, and 18. It will close at 8:30 … Read more

PHOTOS: Two New Haunted Mansion Ear Headbands Arrive for a Swinging Wake at Walt Disney World

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You may already have 999 ear headbands, but there’s room for 1,000. Or maybe even 1,001. Walt Disney World has two new Haunted Mansion ear headbands to add to your collection. We found the ears in the Emporium at Magic Kingdom. They were not yet stocked in Memento Mori next to The Haunted Mansion. Haunted … Read more

Black Widow to Appear in White Suit Through July at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure

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In honor of Black Widow finally hitting theaters and Disney+ this month, Natasha Romanoff herself will be appearing in her new white suit at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure. The snow suit has been featured in the movie’s trailers and posters. Black Widow will be wearing it through July for photo-ops. Black Widow isn’t … Read more

PHOTOS: Spaceship Earth Restrooms Repainted with Bright Colors at EPCOT

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Earlier this week, the restrooms east of Spaceship Earth were primed with white paint, covering up the old colored accent walls and ceilings. New accent walls have now been painted. Here is what the restrooms looked like when completely white. These restrooms were recently refurbished, but apparently, the update was not complete. The ceiling of … Read more

PHOTOS: New Slinky Dog Ear Headband Available at Walt Disney World

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A new version of the Slinky Dog ear headband is now available at Walt Disney World. We found the Toy Story accessory in the Emporium at Magic Kingdom. Slinky Dog Ear Headband – $29.99 The new headband has actual Mickey ears, which the old headband didn’t. The ears and headband are blue with white clouds, … Read more

SHOP: New Limited Edition Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar 10th Anniversary Pin Available on shopDisney

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To celebrate the 10th anniversary of Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar at The Disneyland Hotel (which reopens today), shopDisney has a brand new limited edition pin. Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar 10th Anniversary Pin – Disneyland – Limited Edition – $19.99 Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar, your tropical hideaway at historic Disneyland Hotel, celebrates its … Read more

Universal Orlando Resort Halts Sales of Dining Plan

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Universal Orlando Resort has stopped selling their full service and quick service dining plans. The dining plans allowed guests to pre-pay for meals for a discount. The quick service plan was available for all guests, while the full service plan was available for resort guests. Dining plan information has been removed from the Universal Orlando … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: New Trader Sam’s Gift Shop Scene Unveiled Aboard Jungle Cruise in Magic Kingdom

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Trader Sam’s Gift Shop, replacing Trader Sam himself, has been uncovered at the Jungle Cruise in Magic Kingdom. We first learned about the new scene in April. It’s one of many cultural sensitivity changes to the attraction. In the story, Trader Sam has turned the lost and found of Jungle Navigation Co. Ltd. into his … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: “EPCOT Forever” Fireworks Show Returns

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Fireworks have returned to Walt Disney World after a year without them. “Happily Ever After” lit up the sky earlier tonight, and now “EPCOT Forever” is back at EPCOT. The show premiered in 2019 as a temporary replacement of “IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth” before the debut of “Harmonious,” which will now be on October 1. … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: “Happily Ever After” Returns to Magic Kingdom

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Magic Kingdom’s fireworks show, “Happily Ever After”, has returned after a year with no nighttime spectaculars. We witnessed a full show test from afar a few days ago, and Cast Members got their own special preview last night, but tonight was the first time guests got to see the show up close since March 2020. … Read more