PHOTOS: Ahsoka Tano Legacy Lightsabers Back in Stock at Dok-Ondar’s Den of Antiquities in Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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Though we have yet to see the new color-changing Ahsoka Tano lightsaber arrive in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, fans can once again get her two regular Legacy Lightsabers at Dok-Ondar’s Den of Antiquities. These Legacy Lightsabers have been out-of-stock recently, but can now be found at the counter. As shown in Star Wars: The Clone … Read more

SHOP: New Disney Princess and Limited Release Christmas Face Masks Now Available on shopDisney

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Get ready for the holidays or just rep your favorite Disney Princess with one of these new face mask packs from shopDisney. Cloth Face Masks 2-Pack – Ariel and Tiana – $11.99 This two-pack includes an Ariel mask that says “Aspiring Mermaid” and a Tiana mask that says “Dare To Dream Big”. Cloth Face Masks … Read more

PHOTOS: NEW “65 Years Of Magic!” Anniversary Phone Case Featuring Hatbox Ghost, Mr. Toad, and More Arrives at Disneyland Resort

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Celebrate 65 years of Disneyland with this new phone case featuring Mickey Mouse and other famous characters from the park. Mickey is joined by the Hatbox Ghost, Dumbo, Mr. Toad, Buzz and Woody, Rocket Raccoon, and BB-8. The lettering reflects vintage Disneyland designs. This phone case was $29.99 at World of Disney in Downtown Disney … Read more

PHOTOS: Even More Wave Panels Added to The Walt Disney World Swan Reserve

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Since we last checked on the Walt Disney World Swan Reserve, even more wave paneling has been added to the side of the new hotel. The paneling now reaches the top of the building on the side. Workers were in a platform about halfway up the building. There’s only one empty square spot left near … Read more

PHOTOS: Additional Canopy Cover Added at Magic Kingdom Resort Launch Dock

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The new resort launch dock outside Magic Kingdom is coming along quickly, with trees planted and canopy added recently. When we checked on the dock today, not much had changed, but there were some more canopy pieces. This area will eventually be filled with more plants and grass. New canopy was added to the front … Read more

PHOTOS: Next Section of Magic Kingdom Toll Plaza Receives Primer, Work Begins on Logo Marquee

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As the refurbishment of the Magic Kingdom toll plaza progresses, the next section has been painted with primer ahead of its royal blue treatment. Three lanes in the center-left of the toll plaza are currently closed. Gray and white primer is visible between the “L” and “C” of “Welcome.” Workers in a high reach were … Read more

PHOTOS: Closer Look at Construction on the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Hotel in Walt Disney World

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We have mostly been getting an aerial view of construction progress on the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser hotel being built near Disney’s Hollywood Studios, but today we got a closer look at the hotel from the ground. Beyond the hotel, the spires of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge are visible. The hotel is tucked away from … Read more

PHOTOS: Build Your Own Droid Parts Now Sold Separately, Discounted When You Buy Three in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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Build-your-own droid parts are now discounted in Droid Depot at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. These parts can be purchased separately from a droid itself, so you can continue to customize it. In August, we saw droid panels were also discounted. Each part is regularly $14.99, but when you buy three, they are each $10. This … Read more

PHOTOS: New Hard Plexiglass Divider Being Tested on Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance in Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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Last month, a soft plastic divider was added to one car on Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. As we’ve been checking on the ride, we’ve only seen the divider on that one vehicle, presumably for testing. Now a hard Plexiglass divider has been added, and we were lucky enough … Read more

PHOTOS: Backstage Areas Now Open to Guests in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge As Physically Distanced Queue Expands for Millennium Falcon – Smugglers Run

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Sections of backstage have been opened at Disney’s Hollywood Studios to create more space for the Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run physically-distanced queue in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. The first backstage area open is right next to the Millennium Falcon. When we were there, the wait time for Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run was 110 minutes. Another … Read more

PHOTOS: Next Section of Horizontal Beam Removed on Roof of Great Ceremonial House at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

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As crossbeams are removed from the roof of the Great Ceremonial House at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, sections of the horizontal beam are also disappearing. The next piece is now gone, leaving the crossbeam structure smaller than ever. Beam removal is progressing from the left side of the structure. The first two horizontal pieces and … Read more

VIDEO: Walt Disney World Updates Theme Park Audio Announcement to State Guests “Will Be Asked to Leave” if Not Properly Wearing Face Masks

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The audio announcement that periodically plays at Walt Disney World theme parks reminding guests to follow health and safety guidelines has been updated once again. This update states that guests not following face mask guidelines will be asked to leave. Below is the transcript of the announcement. For the health and safety of everyone, face … Read more

PHOTOS: Work Continues on Canopy Support Structure at TRON Lightcycle Run in the Magic Kingdom

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There’s always something to see at the construction site of TRON Lightcycle / Run at Magic Kingdom. Construction continues on the roller coaster’s canopy, which is being installed one piece at a time. Some scaffolding has been removed from the right-hand building visible from the Monorail. The show buildings are almost completely covered in blue … Read more

PHOTOS: Progress Continues on PeopleMover Vertical Support Restoration at the Magic Kingdom

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With the Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover closed through at least November, we’ve been eagerly awaiting any signs of life on the attraction. Disney recently filed a permit for roof-related construction on the attraction. Now we’ve noticed some changes to the small vertical supports that surround the ride’s track. The supports used to be surrounded by … Read more

PHOTOS: NEW “Saludos Amigos” Mexico Pavilion Margarita Glass Now Available at EPCOT

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Margarita-lovers will want to pick up this new glass available in the Mexico Pavilion in EPCOT. One side of the glass says “Saludos, Amigos” which means “Greetings, Friends” and is also the name of the 1942 Disney film that José Carioca first appeared in. Small Mickeys are hidden in the red design circling the glass. … Read more

PHOTOS: Outdoor Signage Removed from The VOID in Downtown Disney District

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As announced in July, The VOID at Downtown Disney District in Disneyland Resort is permanently closed. In August, we learned that The VOID in Disney Springs was also permanently closed. It seems Disney has finally put a nail in the coffin as signage has been removed from the Downtown Disney District location. For reference, here’s … Read more