Samuel L. Jackson to Return as Nick Fury in New Marvel Disney+ Series

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According to Variety, Samuel L. Jackson will be reprising his role as Nick Fury in a new Marvel Disney+ series currently under development. No plot details are known, but Kyle Bradstreet is reportedly attached to write and executive produce. Marvel Studios will produce. Representatives for Jackson, Bradstreet, and Disney did not immediately respond to Variety’s … Read more

PHOTOS: Tables and Chairs Added Throughout the United Kingdom Pavilion in EPCOT

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Tables and chairs have been added to open areas throughout the United Kingdom Pavilion in EPCOT. Most of the tables have four chairs. The tables are on both sides of the street leading towards the courtyard at the back of the pavilion. The Yorkshire County Fish Shop remains closed and seating for the kiosk is … Read more

PHOTOS: Raptor Eggs Visible on “Velocicoaster” Rockwork at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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Ospreys aren’t the only raptors making nests at the “Velocicoaster” in Universal’s Islands of Adventure. Dinosaur eggs have appeared at the top of some of the coaster’s rockwork. The eggs aren’t easy to spot without knowing they’re there, but one is clearly visible in a dip in the rockwork. The eggs are high up, and … Read more

Governor DeSantis Moves Florida Into “Phase 3” of Reopening

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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed an executive order today to removing all statewide restrictions. Though he said that this is “Phase 3” of the reopening process, “Phase 3” would technically still restrict businesses to operating at a maximum of 75% capacity. With the lifting of statewide restrictions, bars and restaurants may now operate at whatever … Read more

PHOTOS: Moderate Wait Times and Ever-Increasing Crowds Today at the Magic Kingdom

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Good afternoon from Magic Kingdom! After noticing long wait times and crowds at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, we’re checking up on Magic Kingdom to see if wait times are getting longer as the holidays approach. The park was relatively calm when we arrived this morning. Some areas were almost empty. The wait time for Pirates of … Read more

Walt Disney World Now Surveying Guests About Limited Park Capacity and Virtual Queues

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Walt Disney World has been surveying guests about the theme parks’ new COVID-related policies since the parks reopened in July. We recently received a survey that asked us many questions we had seen before, including how required face coverings, temperature screenings, and suspended experiences impacted our intent to visit. This survey also had two new … Read more

Chefs de France at EPCOT Now Accepting Reservations Beginning October 8

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After initially looking like it was going to open this weekend, Chefs de France updated their website with hours beginning October 8. Guests can now make reservations starting that day. Lunch hours are currently 12:30 PM to 3:55 PM daily. Dinner is 4:00 PM to 6:50 PM on most days, and 4:00 PM to 7:50 … Read more

Permits Filed for Upcoming Refurbishment at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

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As we learned last month, Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort will be getting Moana-themed rooms amidst a general refurbishment of the resort, including the Great Ceremonial House. Walt Disney World has now filed a permit for electrical work on the resort. There isn’t much information on the permit, but it does state Carter Electric will be … Read more

PHOTOS: Scrim Removed, City Hall Refurbishment Completed at the Magic Kingdom

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City Hall on Main Street, U.S.A. in Magic Kingdom has been under refurbishment since January. While it was completely covered by a scrim for several months, the top portion of the building was partially revealed yesterday, with the building in full view this morning: It looks like the building has a fresh coat of paint … Read more

REVIEW: NEW Pumpkin Spiced Marshmallow Whoopie Pie and Caramel Cauldron Cupcake at Walt Disney World

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We stopped by Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa to try some new Halloween treats at The Artist’s Palette. Pumpkin Spiced Whoopie Pie – $4.99 This chocolate whoopie pie is filled with pumpkin-spiced marshmallow and garnished with a spider web chocolate piece. This was a good chocolate whoopie pie, but it wasn’t quite the right … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO, REVIEW: Cinderella’s Royal Table Reopens with Surprise Character Appearance, But Same Mediocre, Poor Value Dining as Before at the Magic Kingdom

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We learned earlier this month that Cinderella’s Royal Table at Magic Kingdom would be reopening soon with no princesses. After a soft opening on September 23, the restaurant fully reopened on September 24. For those of you looking to dine at this popular signature restaurant in the Magic Kingdom, read on to find out what … Read more

PHOTOS: NEW “Toy Story” and “Cinderella” Spatulas Arrive at Walt Disney World

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If you haven’t already picked a Disney theme for your kitchen, then it’s time to get started. Two new spatula sets have arrived at Walt Disney World, and you can pick between Toy Story and Cinderella sidekicks to add to your kitchen drawers. Toy Story Rex and Little Green Man Spatulas The spatulas come as … Read more

PHOTOS: Queue Screens Being Tested at Frozen Sing-Along Celebration in Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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“For the First Time in Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration” at Disney’s Hollywood Studios might be reopening soon! We saw screens on in the queue area for the attraction, as well as workers attempting to fix broken screens. The screens were playing their usual Frozen clips and introduction to the show. Workers had a ladder … Read more

PHOTOS: First Look at Stained Glass Representing 13 Disney Princesses and Heroines on the Castle of Magical Dreams at Hong Kong Disneyland

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Hong Kong Disneyland, which closed for a second time in July due to a spike in COVID-19 cases, is reopening on September 25. While we’ll have to wait to see the full park again, we do have some new up-close looks at the Castle of Magical Dreams, the park’s reimagined castle that was announced at … Read more

Permit Filed for Construction on Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover at the Magic Kingdom

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The Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover has been closed at Magic Kingdom since early March. It was officially moved to the refurbishment list in August and is set to be closed through November. Now, Walt Disney World has filed a roofing permit for the attraction. The permit is for “general construction” of TTA 1225 MONORAIL WY. … Read more

PHOTOS: Plastic Dividers Added to Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance Ride Vehicles at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance boarding groups are filling up within seconds each day at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Now, it looks like Disney might be looking for a way to increase the ride’s capacity. New plastic dividers have been added to some ride vehicles as a trial. The folks at Goofketeers saw the dividers … Read more