PHOTOS: Na’vi River Journey Exterior Queue Rerouted for Ground Painting on Pandora in Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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A section of sidewalk has been blocked off for painting in Pandora – The World of Avatar, forcing the Na’vi River Journey queue to reroute. Due to physical distancing, the queue has been trailing out to the sidewalk in the past year. Half of the sidewalk is blocked off with green barriers. The land’s bioluminescent … Read more

“The Secret Life of Pets: Off The Leash” Ride and New Finale of “Jurassic World – The Ride!” Open with Universal Studios Hollywood on April 16

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With the reopening of Universal Studios Hollywood on April 16, 2021, guests will be able to ride the brand-new The Secret Life of Pets: Off The Leash. The attraction was near opening when the park closed in March of last year. We got a look at the outside of The Secret Life of Pets: Off … Read more

Orange County and Los Angeles County California to Move Into Orange Reopening Tier on March 31, Likely Increasing Theme Park Capacity

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Orange County and Los Angeles County, California will both be moving from the red reopening tier to the orange tier as of Wednesday, March 31. With this move, theme parks are able to operate at a 25% maximum capacity instead of 15%. Restaurants and movie theaters will also be able to increase capacity from 25% … Read more

BREAKING: Universal Studios Hollywood Reopening to California Residents April 16, 2021

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After being closed for over a year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Universal Studios Hollywood will be reopening on April 16, 2021. Park tickets will be available online starting April 8. Currently, only California residents will be allowed in the park. This is the same as Disneyland, which is reopening April 30. There will be … Read more

PHOTOS: World Drive Entrance Makeover Almost Complete for Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary

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The makeover of the World Drive entrance to Walt Disney World is almost complete. The Goofy, Donald, and Mickey marquees were repainted in the past several weeks, and now work is wrapping up on Minnie’s marquee. Minnie’s background is now blue and the columns are grey. She remains wrapped in plastic as some of the … Read more

Everything Coming to Disney+ In May 2021 (Star Wars: The Bad Batch, Cruella, The Mighty Ducks: Game Changer Finale, and More)

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Although The Falcon and the Winter Soldier will be wrapping up its short run in April, there will still be plenty to watch on Disney+ come May. Among the new releases is Star Wars: The Bad Batch, the next animated series in the Star Wars franchise. Appropriately, the series is debuting on Star Wars Day, … Read more

BREAKING: Universal Orlando Theme Parks Reach Capacity For Second Day in a Row

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Universal Studios Florida, Universal’s Islands of Adventure, and Volcano Bay have all reached capacity as of 11:30 AM. The Universal Orlando Resort theme parks also reached capacity yesterday, March 30. Guests wanting updates on today’s capacity can call the Universal Capacity Hotline at 407-817-8317.

Guests Will Soon Be Able to Charge Purchases to Hotel Room with New MagicMobile Service at Walt Disney World

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With the launch of the MagicMobile system at Walt Disney World today, guests can now use their smartphone as a digital ticket. Right now, the feature—available through the My Disney Experience app—allows guests to enter the theme parks, connect PhotoPass images, and gain access to the Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance virtual queue. Disney … Read more

PHOTOS: Fantasyland Roof Being Repainted Blue to Match Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom

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As the “EARidescent” turrets and roofing of Cinderella Castle in Magic Kingdom are repainted back to blue, it seems some of the Fantasyland roofing is getting the same treatment. This roof and turret of the newer Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique was painted royal blue to match the refurbishment of Cinderella Castle over a year ago. Whether … Read more

PHOTOS: Paint Refreshed and Floor Detailing Added to “Tangled Toilets” in Magic Kingdom

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To prepare for “The World’s Most Magical Celebration” at Walt Disney World, many Magic Kingdom attractions and buildings are being refreshed before the park’s 50th anniversary. During today’s visit, we noticed some of the paint on the Tangled restrooms in Fantasyland seemed more vibrant than before. Specifically, the mural leading out of the entrance to … Read more

PHOTOS: Construction Walls Up Around Cool Ship at Magic Kingdom

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Construction walls have been erected around the Cool Ship kiosk and adjacent Cool Scanner in Tomorrowland at Magic Kingdom. Cool Ship usually sells drinks and snacks during busy days but has been closed during the past year as Walt Disney World food and beverage locations operate at a limited capacity. The Cool Scanner let guests … Read more

PHOTO: Universal Orlando Resort Raises Prime Parking Rate by $10

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Universal Orlando Resort has raised its prime parking rate from $40 to $50. All Universal Orlando Resort guests park in the same parking garages, with access to all three theme parks as well as CityWalk. Like preferred parking at other theme parks, prime parking allows guests to park in a section closer to the Universal … Read more

Russell Crowe Joins Cast of “Thor: Love and Thunder”

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Though originally meant to be a surprise cameo, Deadline has confirmed that Russell Crowe has a role in the upcoming Thor: Love and Thunder after he was spotted in set photos. Crowe lives in Australia, where the movie is being filmed. There is currently no information about Crowe’s role in the film, but insiders say … Read more

PHOTOS: Work Continues on Exterior of New Universal Studios Store in Universal Orlando CityWalk

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As we’ve reported, Universal Orlando Resort’s CityWalk is getting a new Universal Studios Store and the old store is being turned into the Universal Legacy Store. The new location next to Cinnabon will be more spacious, taking up what was previously several retail locations. A sign for the store now sticks out above the sidewalk … Read more

PHOTOS: New Winnie the Pooh Mug Available at Disneyland Resort

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Fans of Winnie the Pooh will love this new mug now available at Disneyland Resort. It not only features everyone’s favorite silly old bear but also comes with a honey stick. Winnie the Pooh Mug – $19.99 The mug resembles a tree trunk and has Winnie the Pooh peeking out of one side with a … Read more

UPDATE: Florida Governor to Take Executive Action Banning Requirement of “Vaccine Passports”

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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has spoken out against the “vaccine passports” currently under consideration by the Biden administration. The “passports” or credentials are meant to easily prove whether or not someone has been vaccinated, to allow them access to places that require proof. DeSantis does not support the “vaccine passports”, stating Florida’s approach to the … Read more