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Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at [email protected]
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PHOTOS: New Tie-Dye Character Crop Hoodies and Shorts Pop Up at Disneyland Resort

May 15, 2021 Katie Francis

Tie-dye is trendy again! If you’re looking for some stylish loungewear, hop on over to Elias & Co at Disney California Adventure to check out … Read more

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PHOTOS: New Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway Loungefly Mini Backpack and Wallet Pull Into Disneyland Resort

May 14, 2021 Katie Francis

Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway won’t pull into the station at Disneyland until 2023, but you can prepare your outfit for the grand opening now. … Read more

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UPDATE: Orange County Mayor Lifts Outdoor Mask Mandate As Theme Parks Increase Capacity, Reduce Distancing

May 14, 2021 Katie Francis

Orange County, Florida reached a COVID vaccination rate of 50% of all adults age 16 and over today. Following the phased plans, Mayor Jerry Demmings … Read more

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PHOTOS: Every Row in Elevators Now Being Loaded at The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror As Disney World Rolls Out Physical Distancing Reductions

May 14, 2021May 14, 2021 Katie Francis

You might notice some changes today as you prepare to enter the Twilight Zone. The Tower of Terror at Disney’s Hollywood Studios has reduced physical … Read more

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PHOTOS: Donald and Daisy Duck Greet Guests From New Location at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

May 14, 2021 Katie Francis

We stumbled upon a fun surprise when we entered Disney’s Hollywood Studios today. Donald and Daisy Duck were waving to guests from the balcony over … Read more

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PHOTOS: More Jurassic World and Camp Cretaceous Merchandise Has Hatched at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

May 14, 2021 Katie Francis

As Dr. Ian Malcolm would say, “Merchandise finds a way.” It seems like new Jurassic World gear is being cooked up in a lab daily … Read more

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PHOTOS: Disney Cruise Line Reveals 2-Story, Moana-Themed “Wish Tower Suite” on the Disney Wish

May 14, 2021 Katie Francis

Disney Cruise Line revealed more details today of its newest ship, the Disney Wish. The Wish doesn’t take her maiden voyage until next year, but … Read more

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PHOTOS: New Hydrangea Open Edition MagicBand Blooms at Walt Disney World

May 14, 2021 Katie Francis

Hydrangea is the latest solid-colored MagicBand to join the lineup this year, following Raspberry and Peach. With all the different shades available now, you might … Read more

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Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto Items Pulled From Stores “To Be Destroyed” As Cultural Sensitivity & Inclusion Changes Continue

May 14, 2021May 14, 2021 Katie Francis

Another development in the ongoing cultural sensitivity changes at Jungle Cruise occurred this morning. Two t-shirts featuring a Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto logo, a popular … Read more

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80% of Cast Members Recalled Have Returned to Jobs at Disney Parks According to CEO

May 13, 2021 Katie Francis

Alongside the news that capacity at Walt Disney World has already been increased from 35% and will be increased again “immediately,” CEO Bob Chapek brought … Read more

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UPDATE: CEO Bob Chapek Specifically Hints at Summer for Changes to Walt Disney World Mask Policy

May 13, 2021 Katie Francis

Earlier today, in the Q2 earnings call for The Walt Disney Company, CEO Bob Chapek hinted at an impending reduction or elimination of the current … Read more

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Interest in Visiting Walt Disney World Close to Pre-Pandemic Numbers According to Bob Chapek

May 13, 2021 Katie Francis

During today’s 2nd quarter earnings call, Bob Chapek, CEO of The Walt Disney Company, was optimistic about the future of the theme parks. He said … Read more

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Walt Disney World Cast Member Saves 4-Year-Old Child, Earns Disney Heroes Award

May 13, 2021 Katie Francis

In a touching Instagram post, Walt Disney World President Jeff Vahle celebrated EPCOT Security Cast Member Joe Diaz. Diaz has been awarded the Disney Heroes … Read more

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BREAKING: Disney CEO Bob Chapek Hints at Reduction (and Even Possible Removal) of Face Mask Policy at Walt Disney World

May 13, 2021 Katie Francis

During today’s quarter 2 earnings call for The Walt Disney Company, CEO Bob Chapek addressed the new guidance from the CDC and Florida’s Governor Ron … Read more

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PHOTOS: Repainting Continues in Storybook Circus for the 50th Anniversary of the Magic Kingdom

May 13, 2021 Katie Francis

As we creep closer to October 1st, the 50th anniversary of the Magic Kingdom, refurbishment projects are ongoing across the park. Repainting continues around Storybook … Read more

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Splitsville Luxury Lanes at Disney Springs Hiring, Hosting Job Fair May 13th

May 12, 2021 Katie Francis

Splitsville Luxury Lanes at Disney Springs is looking to grow its team. Interested parties are invited to attend a job fair at Splitsville on Thursday, … Read more

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