Walt Disney World Workers Union Local 385 Fights to Gain Local Control in New Lawsuit

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Local 385, a Teamsters union including Walt Disney World costumed character-performers and workers across Central Florida, has faced accusations of bad management and member dissatisfaction and is now fighting to reinstate its officers, outlined in a new lawsuit. According to the Orlando Sentinel, complaints of bad management and dissatisfaction among members began two years ago. … Read more

PHOTOS: Rey’s Speeder & More Netting Added as New Star Wars Trading Post Store Nears Completion at Downtown Disney District

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With an opening date of February 19, the transformation of the Rainforest Cafe building into the new Star Wars Trading Post is nearly complete. The facade of the building has been receiving various elements to turn it into a jungle Resistance base, such as netting. In addition to receiving even more netting, the latest enhancement … Read more

PHOTOS: New Silver Glitter and Annual Passholder 2021 Daisy Duck “Mad Tea Party” MagicBands Arrive at Walt Disney World

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Two new versions of a must-have Disney Parks accessory have arrived at Walt Disney World. We found brand new MagicBand designs at MouseGear at EPCOT today. Featuring something shiny and something whimsical, these styles are sure to brighten up your park-going outfit! Silver Glitter MagicBand – $24.99 We found an earlier version of this MagicBand … Read more

PHOTOS: Future World Waterways Now Drained in Preparation for “Moana – Journey of Water” Attraction at EPCOT

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The historic transformation of EPCOT is moving right along! We have been keeping you updated on the future World Celebration neighborhood construction thus far. Now, the World Nature neighborhood construction is underway. The waterways between The Land and The Seas pavilions have been drained, an action that is necessary to make way for the Moana-themed … Read more

PHOTOS: New “it’s a small world” Wishables Now Available at Walt Disney World

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It’s the first Wednesday of February and that means that today is Wishables Wednesday! Last month, we saw the arrival of Disney Parks Transportation and Mad Tea Party Wishables plush collections to Walt Disney World. We gave a peek at the newest collection yesterday and now the Limited Release “it’s a small world” Wishables plush … Read more

PHOTOS: New “Beauty and the Beast” Home Collection Arrives at Disneyland Resort

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As a tale as old as time, Beauty and the Beast is sure to enchant your heart. Now you can show off your love for the film in your home! We shared some Beauty and the Beast home goods that we found the other day at the Downtown Disney District. Today, we found even more … Read more

Official Book Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Walt Disney World to Release This Fall, Preorder Available Now

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This October, Walt Disney World will be celebrating its 50th Anniversary. Not only is the “The World’s Most Magical Celebration” being celebrated with updates around the resort, but to further commemorate this milestone, Walt Disney World: A Portrait of the First Half Century, a special Disney Editions Deluxe hardcover book, will be released just before … Read more

VIDEO: Riders See Na’vi River Journey Shaman of Song Audio-Animatronic Malfunction Today at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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Located in the popular Pandora – The World of Avatar at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Na’vi River Journey takes you into Pandora’s glowing bioluminescent rainforest. The boat ride features Shaman of Song, Disney’s “most-advanced audio-animatronic,” as she sends positive energy out into the forest through the power of her music. However, the Shaman hasn’t been quite … Read more

30%-Off Merchandise Discount for Annual Passholders & Vacation Club Members Returning to Walt Disney World February 2nd

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Last fall, Walt Disney World offered a special 30%-off merchandise offer for its Annual Passholders and now it’s back! For a limited time, Annual Passholders (and Disney Vacation Club members) can receive 30%-off select merchandise purchases at Walt Disney World Resort owned-and-operated locations from February 2 through March 2, 2021. It is unconfirmed at this … Read more

PHOTOS: Star Wars Trading Post Takeover of Rainforest Cafe Building Continues at Downtown Disney

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The Rainforest Cafe location has been closed since 2018 and it was recently announced that the building will transform into a new Star Wars Trading Post. Updates are constantly being made to the exterior of the building to make it resemble a Resistance base in the jungle. Today, we noticed even more Star Wars details … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: New Exclusive Disney and M&M’s Co-Branded Merchandise Released at M&M’s Store in Disney Springs

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Today the M&M’s Store at Disney Springs officially opened! Not only does the store offer plenty of chocolate and merchandise themed after the chocolate candies, but this location also has merchandise featuring our favorite mouse couple, Mickey and Minnie, exclusive to Disney Springs. Some containers of M&M’s on this display feature either the Mickey Mix … Read more

PHOTOS: New “Haunted Mansion” and Mickey Balloon Loungefly ID Holder Lanyards Arrive at Walt Disney World

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Convenience is key when going to Walt Disney World and with the latest additions to the Disney Parks lanyard line-up, it’s easier than ever to travel lighter. We found two new Loungefly ID holder lanyards at The Emporium at Magic Kingdom. “The Haunted Mansion” Ghost Host Loungefly ID Holder Lanyard – $20.00 This Haunted Mansion … Read more

PHOTOS: Liberty Square Market Reopens with Significant Changes at Magic Kingdom

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Our favorite place to grab a turkey leg at the Magic Kingdom closed earlier this month for refurbishment. Though a temporary cart was set up to curb our fix, we can’t help but be excited to see that Liberty Square Market has reopened today — and we like its new look! No work has been … Read more

PHOTO & VIDEO TOUR: New M&M’s Store at Disney Springs is Now Open

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It’s hard to believe that it was over a year ago when we reported on the concept art for the new M&M’s Store at Disney Springs. The state-of-the-art retail store was set to open Thanksgiving 2020. As with much construction on property, the on-going pandemic pushed the opening schedule back. However, we are happy to … Read more

PHOTOS: New Pastel Minnie Bows and Retro Walt Disney World Mugs Arrive at the Magic Kingdom

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With spring quickly approaching, merchandise in bright hues is appearing throughout Disney Parks. We spotted the arrival of two new mugs to the Emporium at the Magic Kingdom: a pastel nod to Minnie Mouse and an addition to Walt Disney World’s yellow retro collection. Pastel Minnie Bow-Themed Mug – $14.99 This mug features light rainbow … Read more

PHOTOS: “The Bourne Stuntacular” at Universal Studios Florida Now Seating Every Row, Guests Seated Directly In Front or Behind Each Other

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In June 2020, “The Bourne Stuntacular” opened to Guests at Universal Studios Florida. This show is a “cutting-edge fusion of stagecraft and film” featuring lots of chase scenes, fistfights, and more while utilizing live actors, props and a giant LED screen. When the attraction first opened, physical distancing efforts were being made between rows and … Read more