PHOTOS, VIDEO: Astro Orbiter Takes Off Again with Distancing Measures at Disneyland

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Astro Orbiter has reopened at Disneyland with new physical distancing measures, as is standard throughout Disneyland Resort. The queue for Astro Orbiter is full of distancing markers six feet apart. If it gets too long, the queue does extend into the pathways of Tomorrowland. Thankfully, the ride experience hasn’t changed much. Astro Orbiter is already … Read more

More Info About “Beauty and the Beast” Inspired Spaces Aboard the Disney Wish Cruise Ship

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Disney has shared more information and concept art about the Beauty and the Beast-inspired spaces coming to the Disney Wish, the next ship in the Disney Cruise Line fleet. Palo Steakhouse is an evolution of the adult restaurant included in all of Disney Cruise Line’s ships. As you dine in this sophisticated setting, you’ll notice … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Mad Tea Party Spins Back Into Action at Disneyland with Distancing Measures

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Mad Tea Party is spinning back into operation at the reopened Disneyland Park. This dizzying attraction is the same as it always has been, just with some extra physical distancing. The queue has six foot physical distancing and is extended into the Fantasyland walkway if need be. There are markers to help guests distance. Cast … Read more

REVIEW: Delicious New Tripleta and Yucca Fritta at Universal Studios Florida

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Some booths and food trucks have popped up throughout Universal Studios Florida for a small summer food festival. Today we visited this food booth between the park’s Springfield and London areas. The “summer bites” at this booth are a tripleta and yucca fritta (which are vegan and gluten-free). We ordered both for a nice-sized lunch. … Read more

PHOTOS: Closer Look at New World Celebration Popcorn Kiosk in EPCOT

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A few days ago, the new World Celebration popcorn kiosk arrived in EPCOT. While we only glimpsed it over construction walls before, we now caught a better look at the futuristic stand. The stand is light blue and gray-white, with several windows for ordering and pickup. The modular design resembles that of Taste Track and … Read more

PHOTOS: New “Indiana Jones” Prop Whip and Child’s Tee Available at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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Keystone Clothiers in Disney’s Hollywood Studios now has a section for Indiana Jones merchandise, while the merchandise kiosk by Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular remains closed. In the Indy section, we found a new whip and a child’s tee. Indiana Jones Child’s Tee – $19.99 The shirt features Indy and his whip in front of … Read more

PHOTOS: Construction Begins on Elsa’s Ice Palace in Arendelle: World of Frozen at Hong Kong Disneyland

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Hong Kong Disneyland’s next big expansion is Arendelle: World of Frozen. The Frozen land will include a mountain and Elsa’s ice palace, with Arendelle shops below. We took a look at construction earlier this month, but now HKDL Fantasy on Twitter has shared photos of what appears to be Elsa’s ice palace taking shape. The … Read more

PHOTOS: Shiny New Gringotts Gold Bag Collection Available at Universal Orlando Resort

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A new collection of Gringotts-themed bags is now available at Universal Orlando Resort. We found this shiny gold cardholder, crossbody, and mini backpack in the Universal Studios Store in CityWalk. Gringotts Cardholder – $20 Each of the three items is embossed with the The Bank of Gringotts logo featuring a goblin. The gold is reflective, … Read more

PHOTOS: Black Spire Outpost Market Now Allowing Two Parties Per Stall in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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The latest change to physical distancing rules at Walt Disney World is in the Black Spire Outpost Marketplace at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. For ten months, only one party has been allowed in each store stall of the marketplace. Now two parties are allowed in each stall. This change effectively doubles the capacity of the … Read more

PHOTOS: Star Wars Launch Bay Relaxation Station Closes, Walkthrough Exhibit Open With No Characters at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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With masks no longer required outdoors, Relaxation Stations are closing throughout Walt Disney World. In Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Star Wars Launch Bay has been operating as a Relaxation Station for the past ten months. The additional seating, tables, and distancing markers have been removed, and Launch Bay has reopened as just a walkthrough exhibit. As … Read more

VIDEO: First Look at Spider-Bots Battle Arena in Avengers Campus at Disney California Adventure

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With less than two weeks to go before the opening of MARVEL Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure, we’re getting sneak peeks of not only the attractions but the stores too. Spider-Bots were first released last year while the Disneyland theme parks remained closed. In an Avengers Campus store, guests will be able to customize … Read more

Disneyland Paris Park Pass Reservations for Passholders Fully Booked Until September 2021

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Disneyland Paris is reopening on June 17 but Paris Annual Passholders are reporting extreme difficulty booking Park Passes. The Park Pass reservation system works similarly to that of Walt Disney World. According to the availability calendar, both Disneyland Park and Walt Disney Studios Park are completely booked for Annual Passholders until September 16 and 17. … Read more

PHOTOS: New Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Tumbler and Towel Featuring Humphrey the Bear Now Available

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Disney’s Wilderness Lodge at Walt Disney World has a new tumbler and beach towel for any fans of the resort. Wilderness Lodge Tumbler – $26.99 The tumbler has Mickey Mouse enjoying a walk through the wilderness on a hotel logo. Wilderness Lodge Beach Towel – $26.99 This red beach towel features Mickey, Goofy, Donald, and … Read more

PHOTOS: New “Guardians of the Galaxy” Big Feet Rocket Raccoon Plush Arrives at Disneyland Resort

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The latest “big feet” plush to arrive at Disneyland is Rocket Raccoon from Guardians of the Galaxy. We found the adorable guardian at World of Disney in Downtown Disney District. Rocket Raccoon Big Feet Plush – $26.99 Big feet plush are characterized by their large, soft feet. Rocket is in his blue and orange suit. … Read more

PHOTO: Pizza Planet Rocket, Mug, and Tote Available Tomorrow for Preorder From Arribas France

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Arribas France of Disneyland Paris—which is reopening June 17—is releasing a new collection of merchandise inspired by Pizza Planet from Toy Story. Arribas France tweeted a photo of the new merchandise, which will be available for pre-order tomorrow, May 22, at 11:00 AM (most likely CEST, which is local time for Disneyland Paris) on arribas.fr. … Read more

PHOTOS: New Big Feet “Guardians of the Galaxy” Rocket Raccoon Plush Arrives at Walt Disney World

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The latest “big feet” plush to arrive at Walt Disney World is Rocket Raccoon from Guardians of the Galaxy. We found the adorable guardian at World of Disney in Disney Springs. Rocket Raccoon Big Feet Plush – $26.99 Big feet plush are characterized by their large, soft feet. Rocket is in his blue and orange … Read more