PHOTOS: First Look at Temperature Screening Tents Installed at EPCOT

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Our friend @bioreconstruct on Twitter has taken to the skies today and is providing us with a first look at temperature screening tents installed at the parks ahead of the reopenings starting on July 11. So far, we’ve seen tents at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Disney’s Animal Kingdom, followed by the first tent at the … Read more

PHOTO: First Look at Temperature Screening Tents at the Magic Kingdom

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Our friend @bioreconstruct on Twitter has taken to the skies today and is providing us with a first look at temperature screening tents installed at the parks. So far, we’ve seen tents at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Disney’s Animal Kingdom ahead of the theme park reopenings starting on July 11. Now, let’s take a look … Read more

PHOTOS: First Look at Temperature Screening Tents Installed at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Disney’s Animal Kingdom Ahead of Reopenings

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Our friend @bioreconstruct on Twitter has taken to the skies today and is providing us with a myriad of aerial views into the parks. Earlier today, we caught a glance at the Jurassic Park coaster taking shape at Universal Orlando Resort, but he’s finally made it over to Walt Disney World property and is giving … Read more

Walt Disney World Now Processing 4 Months of Payments at Once for Annual Passholders on Monthly Plan

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UPDATE: As of 12:25 PM, Disney has stated that this was a “computer glitch” and that refunds are being “actively processed.” If you’re a Walt Disney World Annual Passholder on the monthly payment plan that’s just been hit with four months’ worth of payments on your credit card, you aren’t alone. In fact, a number … Read more

PHOTOS: Walt Disney World Reduces All Reusable Bag Prices to $1 Each

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Introduced at the start of 2019, new Walt Disney World reusable shopping bags in a variety of themed designs were rolled out to retail locations at Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and Disney Springs to promote an eco-friendly alternative to plastic bags, as well as an inexpensive souvenir for guests. Just … Read more

Oga’s Cantina Once Again Reopening at Disney’s Hollywood Studios on July 15; Reservations Available for Select Guests

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Despite being pulled from the official list of restaurants reopening, Oga’s Cantina has since been re-added to the list, and reservations are now available for select guests at the popular space dive. The recent ban on on-site consumption of alcohol at bars may have also led to the sudden removal of Oga’s Cantina from the … Read more

Walt Disney World Cast Members Receiving Special 50% Off Merchandise Discount for Reopening Through July 31

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To celebrate the reopening of Walt Disney World, Cast Members both returning to work or still furloughed can now enjoy a limited-time 50% off discount on merchandise from July 5 to July 31 at Disney-owned and operated retail stores on property. A valid company-issued ID is required and this discount is valid at open Walt … Read more

PHOTOS: “Jurassic World” Themed Watch Tower Added to Velocicoaster Site at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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Given the advanced rate at which construction is progressing on the unannounced Jurassic Park roller coaster site in Universal’s Islands of Adventure, we’ll be seeing large set pieces or “T-Rex sized” inversion loops going up any week now. Today marks the addition of a watch tower to the site, captured on camera by our eagle-eyed … Read more

Splitsville Luxury Lanes Reopening at Disney Springs on July 10

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Just announced, Splitsville Luxury Lanes will be reopening at Disney Springs on July 10 at 4:00 PM with updated health and safety measures, like single-use menus and sanitized bowling equipment. The location closed with the rest of Disney Springs in mid-March due to the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, and has remained closed since. Are … Read more

Walt Disney World Releases Video Emphasizing Focus on Health and Safety for Cast Members Upon Reopening

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Despite pushback from Cast Members and the public given rising COVID-19 cases across Florida, Disney Parks is working hard to reassure both guests and Cast Members that they are taking all the steps necessary to ensure health and safety for all in the upcoming reopening of Walt Disney World. You can watch as Cast Members … Read more

The Void at Downtown Disney District Permanently Shut Down Due to License Agreement Breach; Disney Springs Location Potentially Affected

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After closing temporarily with the rest of Disneyland Resort in mid-March, The Void has now been permanently shut down after receiving a Notice of Event Default and Lease Termination from the Walt Disney World Operating Participants Department. The notice, dated June 30, 2020, was recently posted at the doors of the location, right over previous … Read more

Walt Disney World Recalling Small Number of Additional Food and Housekeeping Cast Members Starting July 12

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UNITE HERE Local 737 union has released a list detailing yet another, relatively smaller group of Cast Members also being called back in to work starting July 12. The locations are as follows: EPCOT Convention Guides Liberty Inn QSR (Regal Eagle Smokehouse) Sunshine Seasons QSR Disney’s Yacht & Beach Resorts PM Housekeeping Stewarding Disney’s Animal … Read more

Disney and Ford Partnering for New 2020 Bronco Unveiling on July 13

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From the 1964-65 World’s Fair Ford Magic Skyway to the 2020 Ford Bronco, Disney is no stranger to partnering with automobile brands, and on July 13, Ford will be unveiling the newly-reimagined Bronco 4×4 family of cars to viewers across Disney’s various media networks, including ABC, ESPN, National Geographic, and Hulu. This marks the first-ever, prime-time … Read more

Fall 2020 Disney College Program Suspended at Walt Disney World Resort

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After suspending the Disney College Program at the start of the COVID-19 closures, Walt Disney World has now announced that the Fall 2020 program, which was set to begin in late August and run through January, has been canceled. The program is now suspended until further notice. All prospective College Program participants have received the … Read more

VIDEO: Moving Coins, Shells, Mushrooms, Piranha Plants, and More Bring Super Nintendo World to Life at Universal Studios Japan

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It’s-a me, Super Nintendo World! We’ve been eagerly covering updates on the construction going on at Super Nintendo World in Universal Studios Japan as it continues leveling up. In one of the latest updates, we got to see Bowser’s Castle light up, question blocks glowing, and a Thwomp! We’ve even gotten to see Yoshi running around along … Read more

REVIEW: New Red, White, and Blue Blondie Bomb Pop and Mickey’s 4th of July Chocolate Cupcakes at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort

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Three cheers for the red, white, and blue! Especially if it’s packed with butter and sugar, and Mickey-shaped. New at one of our favorite on-property resort bakeries is the Red, White, and Blue Blondie Bomb Pop and Mickey’s 4th of July Chocolate Cupcakes, available at Gasparilla Island Grill in Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort. The baked … Read more