PHOTOS: Rope Drop Returns to Magic Kingdom

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With the removal of physical distancing, the “rope drop” experience is returning to Walt Disney World. At the beginning of June, we experienced rope drop at EPCOT, now it has returned to Magic Kingdom. Guests were let down Main Street, U.S.A. into the park’s hub before opening this morning. Crowds gathered at each bridge, where … Read more

PHOTOS: Physical Distancing Removed From Rose & Crown Pub in EPCOT

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Physical distancing markers have been removed from the Rose & Crown Pub in the U.K. Pavilion at EPCOT and guests can once again sit inside. The pub is adjacent to but separate from the sit-down dining room. A Cast Member was greeting guests at the door. Hand sanitizer is still available upon entering. Previously, there … Read more

REVIEW: Orange Ring Cocktail, Carrot Cake Juice, & Dr. Strange Pastry from Bleecker Street Lounge in Disney’s Hotel New York – The Art of Marvel

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Disney’s Hotel New York – The Art of Marvel has opened at Disneyland Paris. Guests now experience and appreciate Marvel artwork while relaxing at this art deco hotel. Speaking of relaxing, we spent some time relaxing in the Bleecker Street Lounge just off of the lobby, inspired by the real life clubs and bars on … Read more

BREAKING: Walt Disney World Installing Giant Art Display and New Retail Shop on International Drive

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Walt Disney World is planning to install a large digital screen featuring artwork on International Drive in Orlando. Records show Disney seeking approval from Orange County for the installation at 8050 International Drive on the Hollywood Plaza garage. A letter from Orange County dated April 2, 2021 approved the “Dynamic Art”, which allows Disney to … Read more

Salt & Straw Ice Cream Coming to Disney Springs in 2022

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A Salt & Straw ice cream shop is coming soon to Disney Springs at Walt Disney World. Salt & Straw hinted at the announcement yesterday and confirmed it in a press release today. CEO and co-founder Kim Malek wrote, “It’s a dream come true for our little Portland, Oregon ice cream company to have the … Read more

Disney Springs Celebrating “Flavors of Florida” With Plates, Cocktails, and Products Starting July 6

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Starting July 6, Disney Springs will be hosting “Flavors of Florida” to celebrate the sunshine state and its citrus flavors. Over 20 retail and dining locations at Disney Springs are participating with “Flavors of Florida” plates, cocktails, and products. Here are a few that Disney has already announced: Shop The Florida Sunshine Collection at Basin … Read more

PHOTOS: Norway Troll Statue Moved to New Location During Renovation of The Fjording in EPCOT

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The Fjording in EPCOT’s Norway Pavilion is undergoing renovation, with a section of the store blocked off by stanchions. As a result, the giant troll has taken a stroll to a different section of the store. A section of the wall where renovation is taking place has scrim up in front of it. We were … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Tour An Empire State Club Room in Disney’s Hotel New York – The Art of Marvel at Disneyland Paris

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Following the reopening of Disneyland Paris, Disney’s Hotel New York – The Art of Marvel has opened its doors for guests. Previously known as simply Disney’s Hotel New York, the hotel has been rethemed to incorporate and celebrate the art of Marvel comics and films. Join us on a tour of a rethemed room in … Read more

PHOTOS: Baby Masai Giraffe Born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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Another Masai giraffe has been born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, which welcomed two Masai giraffe calves last year. The calf was born on June 10 and is six feet tall and weighs 183 pounds. According to Scott Terrell, Director of Animal & Science Operations, he’s “playful, curious and pretty chill” and has been spending lots … Read more

Cast Members Participate in Sunrise Yoga at Magic Kingdom

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Walt Disney World Cast Members celebrated International Yoga Day this morning with a sunrise session in front of Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom. Sunrise yoga is a recurring event for Cast Members as part of a larger wellness program. Many Cast Members shared their photos on social media this morning. Walt Disney World Resort President … Read more

RUMOR: All UK Disney Stores Closing Except Flagship London Location

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All Disney Stores in the UK are reportedly closing except for the flagship location in London. We learned earlier this year that at least 20% of physical Disney Stores would be closing, and later learned that all Canadian locations would close. Reports indicate that many more stores beyond these original projections are closing worldwide, but … Read more

PHOTOS: 50th Anniversary Decorations Falling Off Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom, Were Held with Command Strip

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One of the jewels from a piece of 50th-anniversary bunting decoration on Cinderella Castle has fallen off. The jewel is missing from one of the turrets on the west side of Cinderella Castle. The broken decoration is visible when approaching the front of the castle. It was actually the first piece of bunting visible from … Read more

Bek is Back, Multiple Parties Now Seated Together on Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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After a brief disappearance, Lieutenant Bek is back in his final scene at Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The Mon Calamari was missing for almost a week, though his audio continued to play. Watch a video of Bek’s animatronic back in place below. Additionally, multiple parties are now being seated … Read more

PHOTOS: EPCOT Entrance Enhancements Continue with New Speaker Installation for Nighttime Projection Show

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New speakers have been mounted beneath the Monorail track at the entrance to EPCOT. These sleek modern speakers can be found mounted to the sides of the track supports. These replace old out-of-date speakers that were previously mounted in the same spots. The speakers were not playing the standard background music for the EPCOT entrance, … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Mulan Returns to China Pavilion at EPCOT for Distanced Appearances

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Mulan has returned to the China Pavilion in EPCOT after being gone for the past year except for a brief stint in the Princess Processional. Although physical distancing is mostly being removed from Walt Disney World, characters are still greeting guests from a distance for their safety. Mulan waved to guests from the bridge. Guests … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Pre-Show Returns to Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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A year after reopening, the pre-show has finally returned to Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. This is the latest of many pre-shows to return to Walt Disney World as physical distancing is removed. Physical distancing was removed from the extended queue of Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster in late May. Distancing is now … Read more