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The recent end of outdoor masking at Walt Disney World means changes are happening across the resort. One such change is the removal of physical distancing markers from extended outdoor queues. Physical distancing markers have been removed from extended queues at Slinky Dog Dash and Toy Story Mania in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The Slinky Dog … Read more
Back in March we showed you every single item of new merchandise being offered at this year’s Flower & Garden Festival at EPCOT. Today we spotted some “new” items that appear to be slightly different versions of sold out items. Minnie Mug – $19.99 Minnie Mouse is featured on this bright pink mug surrounded by … Read more
New creatures and characters, and a few other items, have just landed in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland. Five new plush, a Mandalorian mug, and two Boba Fett toys are now available. Let’s take a look! Creature Stall Tooka-Cat — $49.99 The Tooka-Cat has a mouth that opens when its front legs are extended. … Read more
Disney patent applications often provide a glimpse into how the company may address what it sees as operational issues. A patent application published May 20, 2021 addresses something theme park visitors dread: waiting in a standby queue. “Dynamic Management of Virtual Queues” provides a possible solution. The patent application clearly explains why Disney wants to … Read more
Toothsome Chocolate Emporium & Savory Feast Kitchen has updated its bulk candy procedures. Guests are no longer required to use hand sanitizer or gloves when buying bulk candy. Guests are able to fill bags using tongs or scoops. Bulk candy is $17 per pound. After scooping the sweet treats, guests return the scoops to the … Read more
Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway is currently under construction at Disneyland. Attraction artwork has now been added to the construction walls that went up in late April. In true Disney fashion, the signs feature a clever play on words. From a distance, we could spot the new sign. The construction walls block part of Mickey’s … Read more
More guests can now take the 85-foot plunge on Jurassic Park River Adventure. The Universal’s Islands of Adventure attraction is now seating parties in each row. The change went into effect today. Guests queue for the attraction. The queue may move a bit faster today as the ride’s capacity has increased. This boat is not … Read more
Disney has always had its eye on the protecting the environment. On the heels of reusable bamboo utensils comes new composting bins. We found a few of the new composting, recycling, and trash receptacles at Disneyland Park. Disney World has been testing compost bins for a few months now. Three receptacles are placed in a … Read more
As we reported just a few days ago, DreamWorks Destination is occupying the former A Day in the Park With Barney building at Universal Studios Florida. The new character meet and greet opened this afternoon for technical rehearsal. Let’s take a look at the new experience: Team Members greet us near the entrance arch. During … Read more
We have seen a few Disney’s Contemporary Resort exclusive items this spring. Today we found yet another new Contemporary item. A resort logo Corkcicle canteen bottle is now available. Disney’s Contemporary Resort Corkcicle Canteen Bottle — $39.99 The Corkcicle canteen bottle is finished in stainless steel. The Disney’s Contemporary Resort logo is printed in white. … Read more
The recent end of outdoor masking mandates at Walt Disney World has lead to additional changes. The relaxation stations near Golden Oak Outpost, inside Pete’s Silly Sideshow, and at Tomorrowland Terrace inside the Magic Kingdom have closed. The three locations opened when the Magic Kingdom reopened in July 2020. The outdoor seating areas near Golden … Read more
Hello from a lovely breezy day here at Walt Disney World! We started our day at the Magic Kingdom to check in on the ongoing construction project there, and found some things to update you on. Let’s get started! With the Baby Care Center in a temporary location in Tomorrowland during it’s usual location’s refurbishment, … Read more
Disney and BaubleBar have collaborated once again. This time the partnership has created a new Minnie Mouse ear headband. The headband features embellishments we expect from BaubleBar. Disney x BaubleBar Pink Ear Headband — $44.99 The headband is covered in millennial pink. The bow features pleating similar to the rainbow Minnie ear headband we found … Read more
Two weeks ago Universal Orlando Resort removed temperature screening stations and reduced physical distancing. Today, an additional health and safety protocol has changed. Team Members are no longer squirting guests’ hands with sanitizer as they board attractions. Signs located throughout Universal Orlando Resort had previously been changed to indicate the reduced physical distancing of 3 … Read more
Halloween isn’t for another five months, but it’s never too early to add some spice to your life with Disney Villains. Check out these new phone cases and magnets we found! Evil Queen iPhone Case — $34.99 This iPhone case features the Evil Queen from Snow White and the Seven Dwarves standing in front of … Read more
Hello from a beautiful day here at EPCOT! We had an exciting day here with lots to show you, so let’s get started! Pavement work has become a common theme across all of the Walt Disney World parks, and EPCOT is no exception. Today we found a new strip of removed concrete temporarily patched with … Read more
