UPDATE: Cause of Death Released for EPCOT Guest

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The guest who passed away after experiencing a medical emergency at EPCOT this weekend died of natural causes stemming from heart problems, according to the medical examiner’s office. The guest was 66-year-old New York tourist Robert Ostrem. He experienced medical issues near Spaceship Earth Saturday night and was later pronounced dead at AdventHealth Celebration Hospital. … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO, REVIEW: Disney Junior Play ‘n Dine Character Breakfast Returns to Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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The Disney Junior Play ‘n Dine breakfast has returned to Disney’s Hollywood Studios with physically distanced character interactions. Hollywood & Vine also hosts character meals with Minnie Mouse and friends, and the physical distancing experience is similar. Arrival Guests can check in for their reservation using the My Disney Experience app and wait for their … Read more

PHOTOS: Torches Turned on During the Day at Entrance to Jurassic World VelociCoaster at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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The torches illuminating the velociraptors at the entrance to Jurassic World VelociCoaster in Universal’s Islands of Adventure have been turned on again. Previously, the torches were seen being tested at night time. This is our first time catching them on in person. There are two torches, one on either side of the attraction’s entrance sign, … Read more

Earth Day Experiences Coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom April 18 through 24

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Earth Day celebrations are returning to Disney’s Animal Kingdom this year from April 18 through 24 (Earth Day is April 22). Guests will get to experience unique Disney character appearances, fun learning opportunities, exclusive merchandise, themed treats, and more. Here’s everything coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom for Earth Day next month, courtesy of Disney Parks … Read more

PHOTOS: Digital Animated Theme Park Tickets Available Through Disney MagicMobile Pass

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With Disney MagicMobile Pass rolling out, we’re learning more about the new service that will allow guests to use their smartphone as their Walt Disney World ticket and more. Though not required, guests will be able to pick different ticket styles from the My Disney Experience app that will animate when they tap into the … Read more

PHOTO TOUR: Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort Reopens With Physical Distancing Measures

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After a year of being closed, and a delayed opening date, Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort has reopened at Walt Disney World. We were at the resort in the early morning hours to see its new physical distancing and safety guidelines. Physical distancing markers lead up to the resort’s bus stops. Familiar health and safety reminders … Read more

MagicMobile Pass Menu Now Available in My Disney Experience App

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Walt Disney World will soon be introducing the Disney MagicMobile service, which allows guests to access some MagicBand features directly from their smartphone. The service is going to be rolled out in phases this year, and the menu is now available to users of the My Disney Experience app. Guests can find the Disney MagicMobile … Read more

PHOTOS: Bonjour Village Gifts Reopens as Temporary Art of Disney Location at Magic Kingdom

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After being closed for months while its exterior was repainted, Bonjour! Village Gifts has reopened at Magic Kingdom. The gift shop still sells Beauty and the Beast merchandise but has also become the park’s temporary Art of Disney location, while Main Street Cinema becomes a temporary candy location and Main Street Confectionery is closed for … Read more

Guest Dies After Medical Issue at EPCOT

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A guest has died due to a medical issue reported at EPCOT Saturday night. According to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office, first-responders responded to a medical call near Spaceship Earth at about 8:30 PM. The guest was taken to AdventHealth Celebration Hospital, where they were later pronounced dead. No foul play is suspected. The guest’s … Read more

PHOTOS: Main Street Cinema Now Closed to Become Temporary Candy Location at Magic Kingdom

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The Main Street Confectionery at Magic Kingdom will be closing in a week for a months-long refurbishment. While the candy shop is unavailable, the Main Street Cinema will become a temporary candy location. It has closed today so this rearranging can begin. For now, the marquee still says “Now Showing The Art of Disney” but … Read more

PHOTOS: New Cinderella Castle 50th Anniversary Decor Visible from Main Street U.S.A. at Magic Kingdom

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The newest piece of bunting added to Cinderella Castle for “The World’s Most Magical Celebration” is the first visible from Main Street, U.S.A. The bunting is on a turret on the castle’s west side. Though it was a grey morning, the repainted “EARidescent” turrets were still obvious next to the roofing that has not been … Read more

Walt Disney World Under Fire for Denying Access to Rapper’s Autistic Cousin Without Face Mask

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Since Walt Disney World reopened its theme parks last summer, there have been many incidents regarding guests not wearing the required face masks, including most recently a man being arrested for spitting on a Cast Member. Now rapper Joey Bada$$ (Jo-Vaughn Virginie Scott) has posted a video on Instagram of Cast Members at the Transportation … Read more

PHOTOS: Temporary Supports Ready to Come Down as Final Pieces of Canopy Frame are Installed at TRON Lightcycle Run in Magic Kingdom

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Though TRON Lightcycle / Run won’t be open in time for Magic Kingdom’s 50th anniversary, the attraction might at least be more pleasant to look at by October 1, 2021. Only some crossbeams remain before the framework of the coaster’s exterior canopy is complete. The final piece will complete two of the beams running from … Read more

PHOTOS: Next Section of Pavement Work Completed Beneath Spaceship Earth

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As the reimagining of EPCOT continues, the pavement beneath Spaceship Earth is being replaced to match the rest of the park’s entrance. The first section of grey pavement was completed a week ago, before planters blocked off another section of pavement. The old pavement is a faded red. The new pavement is grey, and has … Read more

REVIEW: Limited-Time Easter Bunny Cheesecake and Carrot Cupcake Available at Disney’s Beach Club Resort

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We’re reviewing Walt Disney World’s limited-time Easter treats as we approach the holiday next month. Earlier this week, we tried some of Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa’s many Easter treats. Now we’ve hopped over to Disney’s Beach Club Resort for the Easter Bunny Strawberry Cheesecake and Easter Carrot Cupcake. Easter Bunny Strawberry Cheesecake – … Read more

PHOTOS: Ramp Construction Continues Near Magic Kingdom

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Near Magic Kingdom, construction is reaching new heights during Phase II of the plan to improve traffic flow around the park. Phase I was completed in 2019 with the extension of Floridian Way. Tall support beams have been visible for several weeks now. A ramp is now being constructed atop one stretch of supports. Once complete, … Read more