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Jon Self is an avid theme park fan. He has been writing and editing in the theme park media arena for several years. You can follow him at @pastorjonself on Twitter. Jon also writes for a few "foodie" sites and in the faith-based world for faithelement.net.

NEW Metal Earth Bowser and Peach Castles and More Arrives Ahead of Super Nintendo World Opening at Universal Studios Hollywood

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Super Nintendo World should bring new excitement to Universal Studios Hollywood. In advance of that opening day, new merchandise continues to arrive at Universal Studios Hollywood. Recently, we found new Metal Earth models, three new figurines, and a themed water bottle in the stores at Universal Studios Hollywood. Peach’s Castle Metal Earth Model – $25.00 … Read more

NEW Wizarding World Merchandise Found in Honeydukes Universal Studios Hollywood

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Honeydukes at Universal Studios Hollywood gained many new merchandise items in recent days. They range from winter wear, housewares, puzzles, purses, and stationery. Honeydukes Pom Beanie – $32.00 Wizarding World fans preparing for the colder months will enjoy this new Honeydukes Pom Beanie. The familiar Honeydukes symbol stands out for all to see as you … Read more

New Weihnachten Holiday Merchandise at Germany Pavilion in EPCOT

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As you might expect, new holiday season merchandise pops up all over Walt Disney World Resort this time of year. We ran across some new Weihnachten merchandise on a recent venture in the Germany pavilion in EPCOT. We spotted apparel, holiday decorations, aprons, tree skirts, and even a blanket. Germany Pavillion Fleece Throw Blanket – … Read more

New Year’s Eve Celebration Coming to Universal Studios Florida

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 A New Year’s Eve celebration will happen at Universal Studios Florida this year. December 31 will have a celebration similar to the July 4 celebration earlier this year. Accordingly, the theme park hours for December 31 have been extended until 1:00 a.m. at Universal Studios Florida. Though Universal Orlando has not made a formal announcement … Read more

Large Krampus Figure Arrives in All Hallows Eve Krampus Boutique at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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Another scary Krampus display showed up in honor of his traditional arrival day. The Krampus legend involves him punishing the poorly behaved children when St. Nick rewards the well-behaved children. Universal Orlando guests have been rewarded with a Krampus theme at the All Hallows Eve Boutique in Islands of Adventure. In an earlier article, we … Read more

Men in Black: Alien Attack Spirit Jersey Blasts into Universal Studios Florida

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Your memories will never be erased with the new Men in Black: Alien Attack Spirit Jersey we found at the MIB Gear Shop in Universal Studios Florida! That’s right, Universal Orlando partnered with Spirit Jersey for an attraction-specific edition, we’re in shock too! Men in Black: Alien Attack has the honor of being the first … Read more

PHOTOS: All Four New Park-Exclusive Wizarding World of Harry Potter Wands at Universal Parks Worldwide

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Recently, an all-new collection of interactive wands debuted at Universal Parks across the world exclusively for The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. One unique aspect of this collection involves the fact that each Universal Studios park or resort worldwide has their own exclusive wands only available there! Guests visiting one of the four locations with … Read more

Pteranodon Flyers Closed Indefinitely at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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Pteranodon Flyers, a glider-style attraction in Jurassic Park at Universal’s Islands of Adventure, is reportedly closed for an indefinite period of time. The attraction shut down unexpectedly on the morning of Sunday, December 4. It has not reopened since. We know that about half of the Jurassic Park area and “Skull Island: Reign of Kong” … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Grinchmas Returns to Universal Studios Hollywood with Three Delightful Stage Shows

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Recently, Universal Studios Hollywood kicked off their holiday festivities, which run through January 1. And a centerpiece of the holiday celebration at Universal Studios Hollywood involves the mean one himself, The Grinch! In fact, Grinchmas Universal Studios Hollywood can be found in the plaza area there. Naturally we stopped to watch all three shows, which … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Meet The Grinch, Max, and the Whos at Universal Studios Hollywood for the Holidays

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You can’t spell Grinchmas without the word “Grinch.” Also, The Grinch needs his hard-working companion Max. Both Max and The Grinch have character interaction areas at Universal Studios Hollywood for the holiday festivities. These festivities last until January 1, 2023. You can find both The Grinch and Max within the special Grinchmas area at Universal … Read more

New X-Wing Pilot Apparel and More at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Disneyland Park

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For every Resistance fighter, the battle against the First Order takes time, energy, and supplies. The Resistance Supply store in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland Park offers what every operative needs. After a run-in with the Mandalorian, we spotted some new X-wing pilot apparel and a notebook. Flight Crew Jacket – $129.99 Before you … Read more

Walt Disney Company Plans to Increase Spending May Be Good News for Theme Parks

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Disney Company plans to increase spending on capital expenditures based on recent evidence. This most likely means the Disney Company will be allocating more money for theme parks. In a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission, The Walt Disney Company revealed plans to increase its overall capital expenditure projects by around 37% in the … Read more

New Disney’s Wilderness Lodge and Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort Gingerbread House Ornaments Available

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Do you buy special new ornaments for your Christmas tree each year? Walt Disney World has a new series of gingerbread house ornaments perfect for a Disney-themed tree that match their limited edition gingerbread house pins. This week, we found a gingerbread house ornament for Disney’s Wilderness Lodge and another for Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort. … Read more

New Droid Depot Tumbler & Plenty of Apparel Land at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Disneyland

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If you are looking for a holiday present for the Star Wars fan in your universe, Droid Depot in Disneyland Park might be a good place for you to shop. Not only can you construct your own droid there, the merchandise offered for Star Wars droid fans covers many varieties of droids. Let us take … Read more

New Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Loungefly Wallet

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A new Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Loungefly Wallet arrived at Curiouser Clothiers. The line of Grand Floridian Loungefly products has been growing, and this wallet matches the previously released ear headband and backpack. Grand Floridian Disney Loungefly Wallet – $70 This Loungefly wallet fits the imagery of Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. … Read more

Holiday Decorations, Gingeraffe, and New Gingerbread Zebra Display Arrive at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge

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Even Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge takes time to decorate for the holiday season. This place may not get the fanfare of Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, but still, Aminal Kingdom Lodge looks festive once all the holiday decor appears. The holiday decorations at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge deserve some viewing if you get a … Read more

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