PHOTOS, VIDEO: Pre-Show Returns to The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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After a year of physical distancing, things are returning to their pre-pandemic normal at Walt Disney World. In Disney’s Hollywood Studios, the pre-show is once again operating at The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror. For the past year, guests had been directed straight through the room without stopping. There is no more physical distancing in … Read more

REVIEW: Tusker House Returns With Family-Style Character Breakfast at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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Tusker House at Disney’s Animal Kingdom has reopened for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. We sat down for the family-style breakfast, which is $42 for adults and $27 for children. Breakfast includes a basket of pastries, fresh fruit, and a breakfast platter, with vegan options available upon request. The restaurant was a buffet pre-COVID. Mickey and … Read more

PHOTOS: Even More Netting Installed as Construction Continues on TRON Lightcycle Run at Magic Kingdom

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Even more netting has been added to the canopy framework above the TRON Lightcycle / Run track at Magic Kingdom as construction continues on the rollercoaster. The blue netting covers much of the larger hump of the canopy framework. Work has been concentrated on the canopy for several months now. Most recently, crew members were … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Stretching Room Returns to The Haunted Mansion at Magic Kingdom

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Due to physical distancing, the classic stretching room pre-show for The Haunted Mansion at Magic Kingdom has not been operating for the past year. Instead, the stretching room doors were left open and it acted as a section of queue, so guests were still able to see the stretched portraits. Now that physical distancing is … Read more

PHOTOS: Indiana Jones 40th, Disney Villains, Haunted Mansion, and More New Designs Available at MaDe Kiosks in Walt Disney World

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New designs are available in the MaDe kiosks at Walt Disney World, where guests can personalize MagicBands, phone cases, and magnets. Guests can now grab items celebrating the 40th anniversary of Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark, featuring their favorite Disney Villains, and more. Raiders of the Lost Ark 40 Years MagicBand … Read more

PHOTOS: Condiment Bars Returning to Universal Orlando Resort

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Health and safety guidelines continue to be rolled back at Universal Orlando Resort. In Universal’s Islands of Adventure, we came across condiment bars in The Burger Digs and Thunder Falls Terrace. Guests can once again grab their own napkins, silverware, and basic condiments. There’s ketchup, mayonnaise, mustard, salt and pepper packets, and sauces. The “Dig … Read more

Scentsy Teaming Up With Walt Disney World for New Experience in Fantasyland

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Scentsy is entering a multi-year relationship with Walt Disney World Resort as the Official Home Fragrance of the resort. The candle company has already been making licensed Disney products for the past three years. Though more details have not been announced, Scentsy will be working with Disney to bring to life a guest experience within … Read more

REVIEW: New Limited-Time Father’s Day Bacon Cupcake is Delicious at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

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Dads at Walt Disney World can celebrate Father’s Day with merchandise and snacks throughout the resort. At Capt. Cook’s in Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, there’s a special new cupcake available for a limited time. This cupcake is inspired by a food staple amongst fathers: bacon. Father’s Day Cupcake – $5.99 Vanilla cupcake, cream cheese icing, … Read more

Park Hours Released for Disneyland Resort Through August 7, Disney California Adventure Hours Extended on July 4

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Operating hours have been released for Disneyland and Disney California Adventure from August 1 through August 7. Disneyland Park Disneyland Park will open at 8:00 AM and close at 10:00 PM daily. Disney California Adventure Disney California Adventure will open at 8:00 AM and close at 9:00 PM daily. On July 4, hours have been … Read more

Limited Time Treats, New Merchandise, Photo-Ops, and Art Installations Coming to Downtown Disney District This Summer

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Downtown Disney District at Disneyland Resort is celebrating summer with new limited-time treats, merchandise, photo-ops, and more. Check out all of the info below. From innovative and delicious snacks to delectable meals, Downtown Disney District has got your cravings covered! Soak up the California sunshine dining al fresco at one of the welcoming outdoor patios … Read more

BREAKING: Single Rider Lines Reopening at Walt Disney World Theme Parks

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Single rider lines are returning to Walt Disney World. As of today, single rider is available at Millennium Falcon – Smuggler’s Run in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. With multiple parties being grouped together and physical distancing coming to an end, single riders can fill in gaps and increase the ride’s capacity.

My Disney Experience Adds New Header Images With Update

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My Disney Experience has updated to add a new header image at the top of the app, and to make it easier to edit your profile image. This is version 6.19 of My Disney Experience. Bugs were fixed and other minor enhancements were made. Previews of the new header can be seen in the app … Read more

Universal Studios Japan to Open 7 Days a Week as Park Opens on Weekends Beginning June 26

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Universal Studios Japan will be opening on weekends again starting June 26 now that the State of Emergency is being lifted. Universal Studios Japan closed for the second time on April 25th due to the third State of Emergency declaration in Osaka Prefecture. The park then reopened on June 1 for weekdays only with a … Read more

PHOTOS: New “Luca” Apparel, Toys, Plush, and Limited Edition MagicBand Now Available at Walt Disney World

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With the release of Luca on Disney+ today, Walt Disney World has a new line of merchandise for the Pixar film. We found this merch at the Emporium in Magic Kingdom. Luca Plush – $19.99 Luca is the film’s titular character, a young sea monster who pretends to be human alongside his friend Alberto. Alberto … Read more

PHOTOS: Fully Vaccinated Cast Members No Longer Wearing Masks Outdoors at Walt Disney World

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Starting today, fully vaccinated Walt Disney World Cast Members are no longer required to wear face masks when working outdoors. We saw some smiling maskless Cast Members at the Transportation and Ticket Center this morning. At Jungle Cruise, many of the skippers weren’t wearing masks, including when on the boats with guests. There are still … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Pre-Show Returns, Plexiglass Removed from Ride Vehicles and Multiple Parties Seated Together on Dinosaur in Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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With physical distancing ending at Walt Disney World, attractions are increasing capacity. At Disney’s Animal Kingdom, the pre-show theater for Dinosaur has been returned to its pre-pandemic state. It was the perfect rainy day to visit Aladar and Dr. Seeker. During physical distancing, tape on the ground turned the pre-show theater into an extension of … Read more