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Jill Diffendal

Jill has been visiting Walt Disney World since she was two years old. She credits her ongoing Disney love to her family, especially her grandmother, brother, and nieces. You can reach her at [email protected]
Disney’s Magical Express Now Picking Up Guests 4 Hours Before Their Flight

Disney’s Magical Express Will No Longer Mail Reservation Confirmations as of July 1

June 23, 2021 Jill Diffendal

As of July 1, Disney’s Magical Express will no longer mail reservation confirmation collateral to guests and travel agents. Instead, guests will be asked to … Read more

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250 Alligators Have Been Removed From Disney Property in Florida Since Child’s Death in 2016

June 29, 2021June 22, 2021 Jill Diffendal

According to the Orlando Sentinel, approximately 250 alligators have been trapped and removed from Disney properties in Florida since 2016. That was the year when … Read more

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“Disney Magic Makers” Contest Announced for 50th Anniversary to Recognize Hometown Heroes

June 22, 2021 Jill Diffendal

On Good Morning America today, it was revealed that Disney will celebrate those who make a difference in their local communities through the “Disney Magic … Read more

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BREAKING: Disney KiteTails Daytime Show Coming to Former Rivers of Life Theater at Animal Kingdom

June 22, 2021June 22, 2021 Jill Diffendal

Disney announced a new daytime show at Disney’s Animal Kingdom this morning set to debut on October 1 for the 50th Anniversary of Walt Disney … Read more

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New Look at Character Costumes for Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary

June 22, 2021 Jill Diffendal

Today Disney released new images of Mickey, Minnie, and the gang on Main Street U.S.A. showing off their new costumes for the 50th Anniversary of … Read more

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BREAKING: Disney Announces New Magic Kingdom Fireworks Show, Enchantment, for 50th Anniversary

June 22, 2021June 22, 2021 Jill Diffendal

Disney has just announced a brand new nighttime spectacular, “Disney Enchantment”, which will debut on October 1st for the 50th Anniversary of the Magic Kingdom. … Read more

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Limited Release EPCOT Horizons and Mission: Space Posters Now Available on shopDisney

June 21, 2021 Jill Diffendal

The EPCOT serigraph poster collection continues with two new limited release posters now available on shopDisney. These posters feature fan-favorite Horizons and Mission: Space. The … Read more

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UPDATE: Witness Reports No Immediate Security Response for Guests Who Jumped From Living With the Land Boat

June 21, 2021 Jill Diffendal

After we broke the story that a guest jumped from a boat on Living with the Land in Epcot to try to steal a cucumber … Read more

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BREAKING: Guest Jumps from Boat, Grabs Cucumber on Living with the Land

June 23, 2021June 20, 2021 Jill Diffendal

Update: Since we first reported on this story, TikTok has removed the video of this incident. A video sent in by Instagram user @alex64gaming shows … Read more

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Park Passes Staying, Disneyland at Less than Half of Former Staffing Level, Josh D’Amaro Tells L.A. Times

June 18, 2021 Jill Diffendal

In an interview published today with the Los Angeles Times, Josh D’Amaro, Chairman of Disney Parks, Experiences and Products, noted that Disneyland will see some … Read more

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VIDEO: Disney CEO Bob Chapek Incorrectly Claims Splash Mountain is Over 60 Years Old in Interview About Changes to Ride

June 17, 2021 Jill Diffendal

In a video interview with Indiana University College of Arts + Sciences, Disney CEO Bob Chapek incorrectly claimed that Splash Mountain is “over 60 years … Read more

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All Disney Parks Worldwide Now Open, Josh D’Amaro Thanks Guests and Fans for Support

June 17, 2021June 17, 2021 Jill Diffendal

Josh D’Amaro, Chairman of Disney Parks, Experiences and Products, addressed Disney fans around the world on the Disney Parks blog this morning to herald the … Read more

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UPDATE: Walt Disney World Restaurants Bringing Back Condiment Bottles and Salt & Pepper Shakers

June 15, 2021 Jill Diffendal

We are seeing a number of changes today around the Walt Disney World Resort as physical distancing measures are removed and masks are no longer … Read more

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PHOTOS: Guests No Longer Need to Wear Masks on Attractions at Walt Disney World

June 15, 2021 Jill Diffendal

Effective today, vaccinated guests are no longer required to wear masks on attractions at Walt Disney World. During our visit to the Magic Kingdom today, … Read more

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PHOTOS: Plexiglass Dividers Removed from Jungle Cruise at Magic Kingdom

June 15, 2021 Jill Diffendal

We headed to the Jungle Cruise this morning to find that most physical distancing measures on the attraction have been removed. The sign asking guests … Read more

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PHOTOS, VIDEO: New Sunken Boat Added to Hippo Scene in Jungle Cruise at Magic Kingdom

June 15, 2021 Jill Diffendal

We rode the Jungle Cruise this morning to find a new enhancement has been added as the refurbishment of the attraction continues. In the hippo … Read more

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