PHOTOS: Walkway Between the Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort Near Completion

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The walkway connecting Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa seems poised to open soon. Lampposts have been installed along the sidewalks and the bridge is fully operational. Fencing has also been erected between the sidewalks and the Seven Seas Lagoon. The swing-arm bridge can move to allow boats in and out of … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Disney Princesses Appear in a Rainy Day Christmas Cavalcade at the Magic Kingdom

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The Disney Princesses hopped on some Main Street Vehicles today for a rainy day version of their Christmas cavalcade. Most of the princesses were on the Main Street omnibus. Cinderella and Tiana had their own cars. We also saw Santa Claus and Goofy in their own Rainy Day Christmas Cavalcades. Watch our video of the … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Goofy Leads His Own Rainy Day Christmas Cavalcade at the Magic Kingdom

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While Tropical Storm Eta continues to rain down on Florida, the Disney characters are still celebrating Christmas in rainy day versions of their cavalcades at Magic Kingdom. We caught Santa Claus on the omnibus earlier today before Goofy took over for his own Rainy Day Christmas Cavalcade. Goofy is joined by Max and Clarabelle Cow, … Read more

Universal Orlando Resort Offering New Holiday 3-Day Ticket Special for Florida Residents

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Florida residents can take advantage of a new holiday ticket offer now available at Universal Orlando Resort. Residents can purchase a 3-day ticket for $55 per day ($164.99 total) between now and December 17. The offer is not available at the front gate, guests must purchase through Universal Orlando Resort’s website. The ticket includes Universal … Read more

REVIEW: New “Minnie’s Merry Cherry Sundae” is Not-So-Merry at the Magic Kingdom

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We’re loving all the new holiday treats now available at Walt Disney World. In Magic Kingdom, the newest ice cream creation is Minnie’s Merry Cherry Sundae at Storybook Treats. Minnie’s Merry Cherry Sundae – $6.49 Cherry and Vanilla Swirl Soft-serve, Hot Fudge, Whipped Cream, Holiday Sprinkles, and a Chocolate Minnie Bow While we’re used to … Read more

PHOTOS: Get a Free “The Mandalorian” Lithograph with the Purchase of Toy Baby Yoda at Walt Disney World

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If a Baby Yoda plush, shoulder plush, backpack, ear headband, and more is still not enough Baby Yoda for you, then don’t worry—Walt Disney World has a new remote-controlled Baby Yoda. For a limited time, you can also get a complimentary Mandalorian lithograph with a purchase of The Child. The lithograph features the Mandalorian himself … Read more

Disney Vacation Club Annual Dues Increasing Over 5% on Average in 2021

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Disney Vacation Club has released their 2021 Annual Dues, which are on average increasing from 2020 by just over 5%. The largest increase is for Vero Beach Resort, where the dues are increasing by over 10%. The smallest increase is 0.27% at Aulani. Walt Disney World resorts are receiving increases between 0.9% (Riviera Resort) and … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Tropical Storm Eta Brings First Rainy Day Christmas Cavalcade of the Season at Magic Kingdom

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With Tropical Storm Eta currently raining over central Florida, Magic Kingdom, unfortunately, couldn’t put on all of their 2020 holiday cavalcades today. But inclement weather can’t stop Santa Claus. He and his elves still made their way around Magic Kingdom in a rainy day version of their Christmas cavalcade. Watch our video of the Rain … Read more

REVIEW: New “Belle’s Enchanted Christmas Tree” Macaron Treat is a Sophisticated Surprise at the Magic Kingdom

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Belle and her friends have whipped up a new Christmas tree—we mean treat. Belle’s Enchanted Christmas Tree is one of many new holiday treats now available at Walt Disney World. This stack of macarons is being sold at Gaston’s Tavern. Belle’s Enchanted Christmas Tree – $5.49 Almond Macarons layered with Cranberry-Orange Filling The almond-flavored macarons … Read more

PHOTOS: NEW Disney Princess and Villains Skincare Face Masks Debut at Walt Disney World

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You’re probably used to hearing about a different kind of mask when we say Walt Disney World has new face masks. But these new masks are actually the skincare kind, and each one is inspired by a different Disney Princess or Villain, with moisturizing ingredients to match. Aurora Beauty Face Mask – $6.99 Belle Beauty … Read more

REVIEW: New “Yuletide Wishes” Yule Log Cake is a Chocolate Lover’s Dream Come True at the Magic Kingdom

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Everyone gather around the yule log and try this new Christmas-themed treat from Magic Kingdom. “Yuletide Wishes” is the perfect treat for anyone who wishes for chocolate this Christmas. “Yuletide Wishes” – $4.99 Chocolate Cake filled with Chocolate Mousse and covered in Chocolate Ganache The cake is super moist and gooey, like a cake pop. … Read more

PHOTOS: NEW Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar Collection by Shag Arrives at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

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Although Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar is at Disneyland Resort, the bar’s new merchandise collection by Shag is now available at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort in Walt Disney World. Let’s take a closer look at this unique collection! “In the Enchanted Tiki Bar” Large Painting – $499 “In the Enchanted Tiki Bar” Small Painting – … Read more

PHOTOS: New Mickey Snowman Holiday 2020 Dooney & Bourke Collection Now Available at Walt Disney World

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Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow! We may not get real snow at Walt Disney World, but we can still celebrate winter in style with this snow-covered holiday collection from Dooney & Bourke featuring a Mickey snowman. The collection is available at Uptown Jewelers in Magic Kingdom. There was a bit of … Read more

PHOTOS: Construction Continues on Massive Illuminated Canopy for TRON Lightcycle Run, Plus a Look at Ongoing Tomorrowland Refurbishments at the Magic Kingdom

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Refurbishment of Tomorrowland in Magic Kingdom continues slowly but surely. With the PeopleMover closed through at least January 9, work is moving forward on the support beneath the track, as well as some of the supports for the attraction’s roof. Three of the supports previously surrounded by scrims have now been uncovered, including this one … Read more

UPNT Weekly Recap: Christmas Arrives at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter (Including Hot Butterbeer!), Macy’s Balloon Walkthrough Experience Announced, VelociCoaster Testing, and Halloween at Universal Studios Japan

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Every week is a busy week when it comes to Universal Parks news. To help you keep up with all the updates coming out of Universal Orlando Resort and other Universal resorts around the world, here’s our Universal Parks News Today weekly recap from November 1st to November 8, 2020. Universal Orlando Resort Check out our photo report … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Tour a Newly-Remodeled “Finding Nemo” Family Suite at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort

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After touring remodeled The Little Mermaid and Cars rooms at Disney’s Art of Animation, we’re checking out a remodeled Finding Nemo suite. The main difference in the room is the flooring. Like the Cars and The Little Mermaid rooms, the carpet has been removed in favor of hard laminate flooring. The new flooring is a … Read more