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WDWNT Daily Recap (10/8/21): Lightning Lane Selections Announced, New ‘Muppets Haunted Mansion’ Magic Shot, More 50th Anniversary Merchandise & A Look at The ‘Incredibles’ Themed Rooms at Disney’s Contemporary Resort

October 8, 2021

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 Friday, October 8, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

Full List of Individual Lightning Lane Selections Available for Purchase at Disneyland Resort

October 8, 2021

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In addition to the new paid Genie+ program, three individual Lightning Lane selections will also be available at Disneyland for an extra fee. Below is the list of attractions that will be available as Individual Lightning Lane Selections when the program launches. Disneyland Park Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance Disney California Adventure Park Radiator … Read more

Full List of Lightning Lane Attractions at Disneyland Resort Revealed

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When Disney launches Genie+ at Disneyland Resort this fall, guests will have 19 attractions to choose from for Lightning Lane. This replacement for the FastPass and MaxPass programs will cost $20 per day, per ticket at Disneyland. Earlier, we told you that the Genie+ plus program is launching at Walt Disney World on October 19. … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: EPCOT 10/6/21 (New Minnie Mouse Norway Ears Debut, Walls Go Up at Test Track, Mousketeer Themed Merchandise Marches Into Disney Traders, and More)

October 8, 2021

Good morning and welcome to another beautiful day at EPCOT. Here at EPCOT, you can travel around the world, journey through imagination, soar to new heights, and more. Join us as we discover just what all lies in store for us today. Let’s jump in! We popped into Creations Shop this morning and found some … Read more

PHOTOS: NEW Princess Crown MagicBand Available at Magic Kingdom

October 8, 2021

Feel like royalty with this new princess crown MagicBand we spotted at Magic Kingdom. Princess Crown MagicBand – $34.99 The band is black with subtle small golden tiaras. Can you name all of the princess crowns represented on the magic band? Comment below! In case you missed it, Disney recently announced MagicBand+, a new version … Read more

Disney May Activate Standby Queue for WEB SLINGERS: A Spider-Man Adventure in Avengers Campus

October 8, 2021

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Disneyland may be preparing guests for possibly opening up a standby line for the WEB SLINGERS: A Spider-man Adventure. It’s one of Disneyland’s newest rides located at Avengers Campus at Disney’s California Adventure. In August, we told you about some days where boarding groups were still available late into the afternoon. Groups more often fill … Read more

PHOTOS: New ‘I’d Rather Be at Walt Disney World’ Pin Available at EPCOT

October 8, 2021

New pins that read “I’d Rather Be At Walt Disney World” are now available at the Pin Traders shop at EPCOT. The shop is located in World Celebration beneath Spaceship Earth. “I’d Rather Be at Walt Disney World” Pin – $17.99 It features a double pin backer.

PHOTOS: New ‘The Mandalorian’ Grogu and Mickey Mouse Pillow & Pajamas Sets Arrive at Walt Disney World Resort

October 8, 2021

As we’ve seen many times over the years, the creativity of Disney’s merchandise team knows no bounds. Now, a new kind of merchandise has arrived at Walt Disney World in the form of pillow & pajamas sets. “The Mandalorian” Grogu Pillow & Pajamas Set – $34.99 While it looks like one of the stars of … Read more

PHOTOS: Show off Your House Pride With New Hogwarts Hats at Universal Studios Florida

October 7, 2021

Who needs the Sorting Hat when you can pledge allegiance to your Hogwarts house with these new baseball caps at Universal Orlando Resort? Hogwarts Baseball Cap – $27 Gryffindor Slytherin Hufflepuff Ravenclaw Each caps feature its house’s mascot stitched on the front, the house’s name stitched into the back, and are decorated in the house … Read more

PHOTOS: NEW Exclusive Cinderella Castle Vera Bradley Collection Debuts at Disney Springs

October 7, 2021

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A new Vera Bradley collection was just released called “The Celebration Collection,” available exclusively at the Vera Bradley store at Disney Springs. So far, the only currently available items are a backpack (available in rose gold and silver) and a tote bag (in rose gold). Only 50 of each style were made, so hurry on … Read more

PHOTOS: NEW Mary Poppins and Disneyland Tumblers Available at Disneyland Resort

October 7, 2021

Today at Disneyland Resort, we spotted two new beautiful tumblers that are just practically perfect in every way. One is Mary Poppins-themed and the other has a script Disneyland design. Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious Tumber — $24.99 The Mary Poppins tumbler is a beautiful pale pink color with the iconic “Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious” phrase printed on the side. It also … Read more

PHOTOS: New 50th Anniversary Medallions and Pressed Pennies Arrive at Disney’s Contemporary Resort

October 7, 2021

Last week, we told you about the new 50th anniversary medallions and pressed pennies available at Magic Kingdom. Now, you can get even more collectible coins at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. 50th Anniversary Collectible Medallions at Disney’s Contemporary Resort – $5 each/$15 for 4 Each medallion features Mickey Mouse in the center surrounded by stars and … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Disneyland Introduces the Next Resort Ambassador Team

October 7, 2021

Disneyland Resort president, Ken Potrock, introduced the next Disneyland Resort Ambassador team this morning. Mark Everett King Jr. and Nataly Guzman were selected to continue the tradition first established in 1965. Watch the selection in the Disney Parks TikTok below. As Disneyland Resort Ambassadors, King and Guzman will represent cast members in public and in the … Read more

PHOTOS: New Mickey Mummy Popcorn Bucket Debuts at Disney Springs

October 7, 2021

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Just in time for Halloween, the new Mickey Mummy popcorn bucket arrived at Disney Springs, but not for long. This high-demand bucket, identical to one at Disneyland, was available at outdoor kiosks near World Of Disney, Paddlefish, and the Disney Food Trucks. It is currently sold out, but Cast Members we spoke to expected to … Read more

Kathryn Hahn Returning as Agatha Harkness In ‘WandaVision’ Spinoff Series on Disney+

October 7, 2021

Kathryn Hahn is returning to her role as Agatha Harkness. Variety reports that Disney+ is developing a spinoff of the popular Marvel Studio’s series ‘WandaVision.’ The report describes the new series as a “dark comedy.” ‘WandaVision’ head writer Jac Schaeffer has reportedly signed on as writer and executive producer. Hahn earned a best supporting actress … Read more

REVIEW: NEW Mobile App Exclusive Pumpkin Spice Doughnut Available at Voodoo Doughnut

October 7, 2021

Sometimes having a ton of apps on your phone pays off, specifically the Universal Orlando app, because you can now purchase mobile app exclusive treats. Today, we decided to try the new Mobile App Exclusive! Pumpkin Spice Doughnut at Voodoo Doughnut in CityWalk. Mobile App Exclusive Pumpkin Spice Cake Doughnut – $2.90 If you need … Read more