PHOTOS, VIDEO: The Haunted Mansion Reopens with Working Stretching Room, Addition to Madame Leota Scene, Updated Load Area and Queue at Disneyland

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Today marks the grand reopening of Disneyland, and while we’ll be checking up on all our favorite attractions, we’re double-checking the rides that have been refurbished in the past year. We already checked out The Haunted Mansion’s updated load area and pet cemetery, but we’re taking a closer look at those and the ride itself … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Cast Members and Executives Provide Warm Welcome to First Guests Entering Disneyland Following Historic COVID-19 Closure

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Today marks the grand reopening of Disneyland, which has been closed since March 2020. Join us for the first moments of the park’s reopening as we walk right down the middle of Main Street, U.S.A. to Sleeping Beauty Castle. Cast Members were cheering and declaring “Welcome home!” as guests entered. They were lining Main Street, … Read more

“Mickey and Friends World Tour” Character Cavalcade Ending May 4 at EPCOT

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The Mickey and Friends World Tour character cavalcade at EPCOT will be coming to an end on May 4, 2021. Mickey and friends will instead make appearances at the park’s entrance, as we’ve seen recently. The character cavalcade circled World Showcase as a way for guests to safely see characters in a time of physical … Read more

PHOTO: New Stone Work Coming to Fantasyland Pathways at Magic Kingdom

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Pavement throughout Magic Kingdom is being replaced, ensuring the park looks its best ahead of its 50th anniversary later this year. In Fantasyland, we’ve seen some stonework be replaced, but it looks like more is being added elsewhere. We saw this fresh slab of pavement yesterday by Friar’s Nook. It has several lighter-colored spots that … Read more

“Unprecedented Times” Announcement Removed From Universal Orlando Resort Security Area

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Since reopening last summer, Universal Orlando Resort has had audio announcements play periodically throughout CityWalk and the theme parks, reminding guests to follow health and safety guidelines. One announcement, which referenced today’s “unprecedented times,” played on repeat when going through security. It has now been removed and music is all you will hear when on … Read more

PHOTOS: Magic Kingdom Monorail and Ferryboat Archways at Transportation and Ticket Center Repainted for 50th Anniversary

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Following the repainting of the EPCOT Monorail archway at the Transportation and Ticket Center, the Magic Kingdom Monorail and Ferryboat archways have been repainted. The new paint job is part of the reimagining of the Transportation and Ticket Center ahead of Walt Disney World’s 50th anniversary. The archways are now royal blue with the park’s … Read more

PHOTOS: Hearthstone Lounge Reopens, Napa Rose and Storytellers Cafe Remain Closed at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa

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Though we have to wait one more day for the grand reopening of Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure, Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa reopened today. Unfortunately, dining at the hotel is limited during the resort’s phased reopening. As of now, Hearthstone Lounge will open at 4:00 PM daily to serve guests. Mobile order … Read more

PHOTOS: New Minnie Mouse Loungefly Wristlet Available at Walt Disney World

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If you only want to carry a small bag during your Disney Parks trips, then this new wristlet by Loungefly might be for you. The Minnie Mouse wristlet, which can also work as a belt bag, is now available at Walt Disney World. The wristlet matches the sequined mini backpack released earlier this week. Minnie … Read more

REVIEW: GCH Craftsman Bar & Grill Charcuterie Pizza Brings Great Flavors to a Reopened Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa

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Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa at Disneyland Resort reopened today, and for now, the GCH Craftsman Bar & Grill are the only dining locations open. The bar and grill currently have the same menu, which is a hybrid of favorites from both locations. Craftsman Grill is using mobile order for now and reservations are … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Tour a Woods-Courtyard View Room with “Enhanced Cleaning” in the Reopened Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa

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Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa reopened today — the first of the Disneyland hotels to do so — a day ahead of Disneyland’s grand reopening. We checked in to the hotel and, after some shopping, headed to our room. We’re staying in a woods-courtyard view room with two queen beds. Join us for a … Read more

PHOTOS: New Disney Parks Designer Denim Ear Headband Now Available at Walt Disney World

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The newest ears in the Disney Parks Designer Collection are celebrating National Denim Day. This denim ear headband by Disney Style is now available at Walt Disney World. Denim Ear Headband – $48 The ears resemble a pair of jeans, with a pocket on the front of one ear. The distressed pocket has an embroidered … Read more

Walt Disney World Park Hours Released for July 11 Through 17

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Walt Disney World theme park hours have been released from July 11 through July 17, having previously been released through July 10. Magic Kingdom Magic Kingdom is currently scheduled to be open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM from July 11 through July 17. EPCOT EPCOT is currently scheduled to be open 11:00 AM to 10:00 … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Belle Makes Distanced Meet and Greet Appearance in Fantasyland at Magic Kingdom

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While standard character meet-and-greets remain suspended at Walt Disney World, characters continue to make distanced appearances. At Magic Kingdom, guests can now catch Belle near her father’s cottage in Fantasyland. The princess, in her “provincial town” outfit, walked the exterior queue of Enchanted Tales with Belle, which has been closed for a year now due … Read more

PHOTOS: New Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa Merchandise Now Available

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With the reopening of Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa comes a ton of new merchandise inspired by the hotel. All of this new merchandise can be found in the Grand Californian’s gift shop, Acorns Gifts & Goods. Chip & Dale Mug – $22.99 Chip & Dale Tumbler – $19.99 Chip & Dale Tee – … Read more

PHOTOS: Walt Disney World Annual Passholder Orange Bird Magnets Now Arriving by Mail

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Walt Disney World Annual Passholders have been anxiously awaiting the arrival of their complimentary Orange Bird magnets, which celebrate the 2021 Taste of EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival. We received two magnets in the mail today, with “Spring has Sprung” on the outside of the envelope. An image of Pluto’s topiary was on the … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Animatronic Raptors, Coaster Trains Getting Chased, and Two-Sided Lockers! Tour the Queue of Jurassic World VelociCoaster at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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While Jurassic World VelociCoaster doesn’t officially open until June 10, Passholder previews will be next month and Team Member previews began today. Thanks to some Team Members, we now have an inside look at the coaster’s immersive queue. We could hear and see Team Members enjoying themselves. According to the sign outside the coaster, not … Read more