Hours Reduced for “Impressions de France” & “Canada Far and Wide” at EPCOT

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“My Palais awakens with the late afternoon…” Just a few weeks after their reopening, hours for “Impressions de France” and “Canada Far and Wide” at EPCOT have been slightly reduced, with final presentations now taking place at 8:45 PM as opposed to 9:00 PM. At the Palais du Cinema in the France Pavilion, guests can … Read more

PHOTOS: Stairwell and Escalator Access Encouraged at Disney’s Contemporary Resort to Alleviate Long Wait Times for Lobby Elevators

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Disney’s Contemporary Resort has seen an influx of guests since reopening, as many guests have been transferred here while other Deluxe Resorts remain closed. With the increase in guests, and new safety measures ensuring one party per elevator, the lines for the elevators in the lobby were similar in length to waiting in line for … Read more

Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover Now Showing as “Temporarily Unavailable” on My Disney Experience

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The status of the Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover has been updated to “Temporarily Unavailable” as the attraction remains closed at the Magic Kingdom. My Disney Experience now shows the attraction as “Temporarily Unavailable.” The attraction remains closed at the Magic Kingdom, where it has yet to welcome guests since the park reopened on July 11th. … Read more

Universal Orlando Resort Reduces Park Hours Through August at Universal Studios Florida and Islands of Adventure

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While everyone was busy gawking over the gory goods of the Halloween Horror Nights Tribute Store, Universal Orlando Resort has quietly reduced hours at Universal Studios Florida and Islands of Adventure. Hours are also no longer extended on weekends, with just the standard closing times as opposed to the extra hour, which often resulted in … Read more

VIDEO: New Socially-Distanced “Disney Junior Play & Dance!” Show Debuts at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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A new show, “Disney Junior Play & Dance!” is premiering today at Disney’s Hollywood Studios amid a heated disagreement with the Actors’ Equity Association. The show features a DJ playing songs from popular Disney Junior television shows, while favorite characters like Mickey Mouse, Doc McStuffins, Timon and Vampirina make appearances. The show replaces “Disney Junior … Read more

Anika Noni Rose, Voice of Princess Tiana in “Princess and the Frog”, Looking Forward to Tiana’s Palace Restaurant at Disney Parks

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With the announcement of Splash Mountain being rethemed to “Princess and the Frog” at both Disneyland Park and the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World, fans have been clamoring for a restaurant manned by Tiana herself in the parks as the perfect accompaniment to the new attraction. In an exclusive interview with People Magazine, the … Read more

PHOTOS: Splash Mountain Still Drained, Temporarily Closed for Third Day in a Row at the Magic Kingdom

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Br’er Rabbit seems to be having a persistent plumbing issue at the Magic Kingdom, as Splash Mountain has failed to reopen this morning after two continuous days of downtime, following a breakdown early Sunday morning. While many Briar Patch fans are panicking over a sudden transition to the new “Princess and the Frog” re-theme, rest … Read more

VIDEO: Walt Disney World Performers Respond to Actors’ Equity Association with “#BringBacktheMagic” Video

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The Actors’ Equity Association recently targeted Walt Disney World for denying performers of face masks and COVID-19 testing. Reportedly, the association requested face masks and regular COVID-19 testing for all performers, and Disney denied such requests. As a result, Walt Disney World stage shows such as “Finding Nemo – The Musical” and “Festival of the … Read more

Tables in Wonderland Memberships to be Extended For An Additional 4 Months at Walt Disney World Resort

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Walt Disney World has just released an extension update for its Tables in Wonderland members. The update has been issued on the Tables in Wonderland landing page on the Walt Disney World website and reads as follows: To provide our Tables in Wonderland members the opportunity to use a full year of their membership benefits, … Read more

BREAKING: Temperature Screenings Expanding to Resort Table-Service Restaurants at Walt Disney World

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While temperature screenings have been a requisite for entering Disney Springs and all four Walt Disney World Resort theme parks since their reopening, screenings are now being expanded to table-service restaurants at resort hotels across property, and will be required in order to enter these dining locations. The update has been added to the Restaurant … Read more

Cast Member Self-Admission Blockouts Lifted Through August 2 at Walt Disney World, Disney’s Hollywood Studios Excluded

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Cast Members looking to return to the magic on their days off will find that Cast block-out dates for Employee Self-Admission and One-Day Park Hopper Guest Tickets have been lifted through August 2, excluding days at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Park attendance will be managed via the Disney Park Pass reservation system. To enter a park, both … Read more

Reopening Dates Pushed Back for Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort and Art of Animation Resort; Disney’s Beach Club Resort and BoardWalk Inn to Remain Closed at Walt Disney World

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Reopening dates have shifted for numerous Walt Disney World Resort hotels, including delayed reopening dates for Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort and Disney’s Art of Animation Resort. As part of this reopening schedule update, Disney’s Beach Club Resort and Disney’s BoardWalk Inn, originally set to reopen on August 24 and October 1 (respectively), will now remain … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Jose Carioca’s Flowers Removed From Gran Fiesta Tour at the Mexico Pavilion in EPCOT

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The Jose Carioca animatronic at the Gran Fiesta Tour attraction in EPCOT’s Mexico pavilion has had quite the week. Days ago, he had fallen over during the ride. Then, his animatronic was fully removed from the attraction – only flowers by his feet remaining. Now, not even his flowers remain. Jose Carioca’s spot is now … Read more

“The Art of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge” Hardcover Book Announced at Comic-Con @ Home; Now Available for Pre-Order

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Today, as part of Comic-Con @ Home, a new book was announced – The Art of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge! Providing an exclusive look at the visual development behind Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, this large-format book showcases much of the amazing concept art and design that ultimately defined the immersive lands. Featuring never before seen artwork – … Read more

More Disney Park Pass Availability at Disney’s Hollywood Studios Added for Annual Passholders Starting July 27

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Hollywood Studios fans rejoice! Nothing can stop Annual Passholders now, as additional reservations have opened up at Disney’s Hollywood Studios starting July 27. To check for Disney Park Pass availability, you can take a look at the calendar here. Availability has quietly opened up at Disney’s Hollywood Studios for Annual Passholders from July 27 through … Read more

Oogie Boogie Bash Cancelled at Disney California Adventure Due to COVID-19 Pandemic Concerns

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It seems Mr. Oogie Boogie won’t be in for a scare this year, as Disneyland Resort has announced that the separate-admission event at Disney California Adventure will not be returning this Halloween season. Both Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure remain shuttered as they await approval for reopening from state and local officials. According to … Read more