Zach Riddley Shares Behind-the-Scenes Look of Cinderella Castle Turret-Cap Ribbon Installation

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Following the installation of the final turret-cap decoration on Cinderella Castle just yesterday, Zach Riddley of Walt Disney Imagineering has shared a behind-the-scenes look at the process of placing these 50th-anniversary adornments on top of the Walt Disney World icon. A large crane carries the ribbon decoration while someone atop a green high-reach guides it … Read more

FIRST LOOK: Female Captain Rex Droid to Pilot Transport Between Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge and Galactic Starcruiser Hotel

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Revealed in the upcoming “Art of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge” coffee table book, there will be a female version of the classic Captain Rex droid piloting the transport between Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge and the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser hotel. Her name is Rex Droid V03A and she will drive the shuttle transporting guests back … Read more

PHOTOS: Additional Roof Support Added as Work Continues on New Monorail Station at Disney’s Polynesian Resort

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Just Friday, work started on the roof of the new Monorail station at Disney’s Polynesian Resort as part of the resort’s transformation. The beginning trusses were added to the roof installation and now another truss has been put in place. There are now three trusses currently lining the upcoming Monorail station. As more trusses are … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (4/11/21): Severe Weather Impacts Walt Disney World, Frozen Ever After Closed Due to Power Surge, Transportation and Ticket Center 50th Anniversary Makeover, and More

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We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Sunday, April 11, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

PHOTOS: New Park Icons Mugs for the Family Arrive at Disneyland Resort

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Whether you’re a parent or have a special one in your life, Disneyland Resort has a new line for the whole family. Though a mug for Mom is currently out of stock, we found plenty of mugs for Dad, Grandma, and Grandpa. Mickey Mouse “Dad” Disneyland Resort Mug – $14.99 Mickey Mouse is cheerful on … Read more

PHOTOS: New Orange Bird 2021 Flower & Garden Festival Tervis Tumbler Flies Into EPCOT

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As one of the stars of the 2021 Taste of EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival, Orange Bird has been featured on a plethora of this year’s festival merchandise. Now, the citrus avian has flocked into Walt Disney World in the form of a Tervis tumbler. Orange Bird EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival 2021 … Read more

PHOTOS: Transportation and Ticket Center Makeover Continues for 50th Anniversary of Walt Disney World

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The Transportation and Ticket Center is in the midst of being refurbished for Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary. Most recently, the poster kiosk has been given a new color scheme and now we’ve been seeing areas around the transportation hub being repainted—and even removed. The first notable change we saw today is some paintwork recently … Read more

PHOTOS: Glimpse Into Avengers Campus and Disney’s Hotel New York — The Art of Marvel at Disneyland Paris

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On the heel of the announcement that MARVEL Avengers Campus will be opening at Disneyland Resort on June 4th, details of the Avengers Campus expansion in Walt Disney Studios Park at Disneyland Paris have been revealed, as well as a look into what art will be showcased at the reimagined resort hotel. Construction in Disneyland … Read more

PHOTOS: Wood Panels Added to Cinderella Castle Stage as Refurbishment Continues at Magic Kingdom

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Amidst the addition of new décor on Cinderella Castle for Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary makeover, Cinderella Castle Stage has been undergoing a refurbishment of its own. Our update from a couple of weeks ago brought the completion of heating elements and now wood panels cover the majority of the stage. Most of Cinderella Castle … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (4/10/21): Inclement Weather at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, On-Ride Photos Watermarked at Attraction Exits, More Cinderella Castle Turrets Decorated, Drone Footage of Brightline Rail Expansion, and More

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We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Saturday, April 10, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Inclement Weather Rips Through Disney’s Animal Kingdom Knocking Down Trees, Guests Become Stuck on Kilimanjaro Safaris

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Inclement weather today in the Orlando area brought heavy winds to Walt Disney World. Guests at Disney’s Animal Kingdom were in for a surprise when the gusts caused trees around the theme park to fall, even causing some guests to become stuck on Kilimanjaro Safaris. Katie Alvarez (@thetinydisneydetails) sent us an image of a large … Read more

VIDEO: Watch Full Video of “ILLUMINATE! A Nighttime Celebration” at Shanghai Disney Resort

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Shanghai Disney Resort is celebrating its 5th Anniversary with a “Year of Magical Surprises”. The celebrations started strong with the debut of a new nighttime spectacular called “ILLUMINATE! A Nighttime Celebration.” The brand-new nighttime celebration began on April 8th, replacing Ignite the Dream – A Nighttime Spectacular of Magic and Light. With state-of-the-art technology woven … Read more

PHOTOS: Walt Disney World Increases All Reusable Shopping Bag Prices Resort-Wide

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Last summer, reusable shopping bags found throughout Walt Disney World decreased in price and sold for just $1.00 each, regardless of the size. Now, the prices have been increased resort-wide, reflecting the previous cost of the bags prior to the resort’s closure in March 2020. The reusable shopping bags now range in price from $2.00 … Read more

PHOTOS: New “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs” Evil Queen Box Ventures Into Walt Disney World

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A wooden chest designed as the Evil Queen’s Heart Box from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs has appeared at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge, and it’s sure to behold your heart. Disney’s Wilderness Lodge “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs” Evil Queen Box – $55.00 Whereas the Evil Queen’s Heart Box in Snow White and the … Read more

Loews Sapphire Falls Resort at Universal Orlando Reopening on May 18th

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Today it was announced that Loews Sapphire Falls Resort at Universal Orlando will be reopening on May 18, 2021, adding to the list of available lodging options at the resort. Loews Sapphire Falls Resort temporarily closed on August 21, 2020, and has been closed ever since. Another on-site Loews hotel, Loews Portofino Bay, had previously … Read more

PHOTOS: New Mickey and Minnie Mouse Graduation Plush Celebrate the Class of 2021 at Walt Disney World

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Grab your Class of 2021 Ear Hat or Ear Headband and celebrate your graduation with the new Mickey and Minnie plush that have just arrived at Walt Disney World! Mickey Mouse 2021 Graduation Plush – $22.99 Mickey Mouse dons a teal graduation cap and robe. Beneath the celebratory garb, Mickey is dressed quite casual in … Read more