PHOTOS: Innoventions West Has Been Completely Demolished at EPCOT

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After an arduous demolition process, Innoventions West at EPCOT has now been fully demolished. Yesterday, we got our last look at the final section of the building that was still standing. Today, there’s nothing to see except construction walls and blue sky. Now that Innoventions West is gone, construction will begin on the Moana-inspired walkthrough attraction, … Read more

PHOTOS: Artists Update and Add Characters to “Raya and the Last Dragon” Sand Sculpture at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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A few weeks ago, a sand sculpture inspired by Raya and the Last Dragon debuted at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Since then, the film has been released in theaters and on Disney+ and everyone has gotten to know the film’s characters. Today, we saw the artists completing a new sculpture out of the previous sculpture’s base … Read more

PHOTOS: New 15th Anniversary Expedition Everest Yeti Spirit Jersey Available at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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A new Spirit Jersey celebrating Expedition Everest’s 15th anniversary is now available at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. This Spirit Jersey features an adorable version of the ride’s Yeti and matches the Loungefly backpack we found a few days ago. Yeti Spirit Jersey – $69.99 The Spirit Jersey is a light blue, with snow-covered pine trees, snowflakes, … Read more

PHOTOS: Mountain Range Takes Shape, Roof Work Begins at “Arendelle: World of Frozen” in Hong Kong Disneyland

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Hong Kong Disneyland has closed three times due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but reopened once again last month. With the park open, guests can catch a glimpse of “Arendelle: World of Frozen”, the park’s upcoming land currently under construction. HKDL Fantasy has shared photos of the land’s progress on Twitter. The new land, which is … Read more

PHOTOS: One Small Section of Steel is All That Remains of Innoventions West in EPCOT

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We have been watching the slow demise of Innoventions West at EPCOT for years, and now only a small section of the building remains standing. Only this last square of beams still towers over the construction walls, with everything else having been torn down. This may very well be the last time we’ll see any … Read more

PHOTOS: Mickey Marquee Completed As Repainting Continues on World Drive Entrance for 50th Anniversary of Walt Disney World

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The World Drive entrance to Walt Disney World is currently being refurbished for the resort’s 50th anniversary. The entrance is now three-quarters of the way done, with Mickey’s marquee freshly painted. Donald’s marquee and attached “Welcome” sign have been completed for a few weeks now. The refurbishment is simplifying the many colors of each entrance … Read more

PHOTOS: New Disney Parks Pixar Mini Backpack by Loungefly Available at Walt Disney World

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Walt Disney World has a Disney Parks Loungefly mini backpack inspired by different Pixar films, including Toy Story, Monsters Inc., and The Incredibles. Pixar Loungefly Mini Backpack – $75 The backpack is blue, with different Pixar characters and icons all over it. The straps are black. Fans will recognize Carl from Up, Joy from Inside Out, … Read more

REVIEW: Trying Meatball Grilled Cheese, Loaded Nachos & Tots, Hazelnut Banana Pudding, Unicorn Cupcake, & More from New Minion Cafe at Universal Studios Hollywood

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With the “Taste of Universal” event opening the gates to Universal Studios Hollywood again, we got to visit the Minion Cafe on its opening day! This new cafe is full of fun meals and treats that the Minions themselves would enjoy and we ordered just about everything on the menu. Read our reviews below! Loaded … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Tour the New Minion Cafe, Now Open at Universal Studios Hollywood

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With the beginning of the ticketed “Taste of Universal” event at Universal Studios Hollywood, guests can step inside the park for the first time in a year. Among all the exciting shopping and dining opportunities is the brand-new Minion Cafe, which opened its doors for the first time today. A sign on the street corner … Read more

PHOTOS: Barriers Come Down as New Pavement Beneath Spaceship Earth is Revealed at EPCOT

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Earlier this week, we saw planters surrounding a patch of pavement beneath Spaceship Earth at EPCOT. The planters are now gone, revealing the new grey pavement that is slowly replacing the old red pavement. The grey pavement better matches the rest of EPCOT’s refurbished entrance. The rest of the red pavement will probably be slowly … Read more

FastPass, MaxPass, Magic Morning, and Extra Magic Hour Will Be Suspended When Disneyland Reopens

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Though there is no official opening date announced yet, Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure are expected to reopen in late April. The parks may even open at a higher capacity than expected thanks to California’s vaccination numbers. But the park experience certainly won’t be back to normal, with masks and physical distancing still required. … Read more

PHOTOS: “A Touch of Disney” Preparations Continue at Disney California Adventure

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Preparation has begun for “A Touch of Disney”, the ticketed event coming to Disney California Adventure this month. Though no attractions will be open, guests will be able to experience exclusive shopping and dining experiences throughout the otherwise shuttered park. There are already some banners hanging on lampposts throughout Buena Vista Street. We also spotted … Read more

PHOTOS: Annual Passholder Exclusive Taste of EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival 2021 MagicBand Released

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A new limited edition Annual Passholder-exclusive MagicBand for the Taste of EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival is now available. Annual Passholder Flower & Garden MagicBand – $34.99 The MagicBand comes in a blue box with Mickey on the front in the same design featured on most of the festival’s Passholder-exclusive merchandise. The MagicBand itself … Read more

REVIEW: New “Secret Sauce” Available at Adventureland Spring Roll Cart in Magic Kingdom

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The Spring Rolls cart at Adventureland in Magic Kingdom has reopened for spring break. We were not only delighted to get ourselves some spring rolls but also intrigued when we learned that the cheeseburger spring rolls now come with a “secret sauce.” “Secret Sauce” With Cheeseburger Spring Rolls – $7.50 The sauce has a mayonnaise … Read more

Universal Warning Passholders That Parks Will Be Busy During the Next Few Weeks Due to Spring Break

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In an email to Universal Orlando Resort Annual Passholders, Universal is warning guests that their theme parks will be busier during the next few weeks. Most Floridians have their spring break next week and we have already seen the parks getting busier this month. Universal Orlando Resort has also extended Mardi Gras 2021: International Flavors … Read more

PHOTOS: Swiss Family Treehouse Now Closed for Short Refurbishment at Magic Kingdom

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As we previously reported it would, the Swiss Family Treehouse at the Magic Kingdom has closed for refurbishment. A piece of canvas reading “out gathering supplies” now covers one of the attraction’s signs. The entrance is currently roped off. The exit is also roped and walled off. Though we couldn’t see much work in the … Read more