WDWNT Daily Recap (7/29/21): Scarlett Johansson Sues Disney Over “Black Widow” Release, New Scenes Added to the Jungle Cruise at the Magic Kingdom, and More

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We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Thursday, July 29, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

Night of a Million Lights Returns to Give Kids the World Village in November 2021

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Give Kids the World has officially announced the return of their hit holiday event, Night of a Million Lights. The event will run on select nights from November 12, 2021 – January 2, 2022. Give Kids the World, located in Kissimmee, FL, provides families with critically ill children an all-inclusive, week-long vacation. Everything from meals, … Read more

PHOTOS: New World Showcase Coke Carts Add Original Pavilion Logos

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As EPCOT undergoes a transformation, changes big and small are everywhere. We recently saw the Coca-Cola outdoor dining venue carts in Future World (soon to be split into three new neighborhoods) receive a new look to match the new aesthetic. Now, the carts in World Showcase have begun to show off a new look as … Read more

Masks Encouraged Indoors for All Guests at Universal Orlando Resort

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Universal Orlando Resort has issued a statement regarding the latest recommendations from Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings and the Centers for Disease Control and Protection. Masks are required indoors for all Team Members, and guests will be encouraged to wear a mask indoors. However, the policy has not officially changed, allowing vaccinated guests to go … Read more

BREAKING: Masks Once Again Required Indoors for All Team Members at Universal Orlando Resort Starting July 31

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Universal Orlando Resort has announced another change to their COVID-19 safety policies and will now require Team Members to wear masks indoors onstage regardless of vaccination status starting Saturday, July 31. This aligns with the recommendations from Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings and the Centers for Disease Control and Protection. Until now, vaccinated Team Members … Read more

Disney Calls “Black Widow” Lawsuit by Scarlett Johansson “Sad and Distressing”

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Earlier, we reported that “Black Widow” star Scarlett Johansson had filed a lawsuit against Disney over the film’s release. Disney has responded to the lawsuit publicly, according to Variety. The lawsuit alleges that by releasing the film on Disney+ simultaneously with the theatrical release, “Disney intentionally induced Marvel’s breach of the agreement, without justification, in … Read more

PHOTOS: Avengers Campus Construction Continues at Walt Disney Studios Park in Paris

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Thanks to WDWNT reader @nicolasbeuckelaers, we can share an update on the ongoing construction for Avengers Campus at Walt Disney Studios Park at Disneyland Paris! From Production Courtyard, the progress is visible, especially at the future site of the Iron Man-themed roller coaster. More structures are rising on the WEB SLINGERS: A Spider-Man Adventure building. … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (7/28/21): Masks Required Indoors at Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort Starting 7/30, Updated Menu for Pizzafari at Animal Kingdom, and More

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We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Wednesday, July 28, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

BREAKING: Masks Once Again Required Indoors at Walt Disney World, Disneyland Resort Starting 7/30

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Walt Disney World Resort has announced another change to their COVID-19 safety policies and will now require masks to be worn indoors regardless of vaccination status beginning July 30. This aligns with the recommendations from Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Disneyland Resort has also reinstated the indoor … Read more

PHOTO: New Jungle Cruise Boat Tiki Mugs Coming to Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar at Disneyland Resort

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New tiki mugs shaped like the iconic Jungle Cruise boats will be sailing into Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar at the Disneyland Hotel in the future. While a release date hasn’t been announced, a photo gives us a sneak peek. Both mugs are modeled after the Congo Queen. One side features the piranhas, and the … Read more

Dante from “Coco” Revealed for EPCOT as Part of Disney Fab 50 Character Statues Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Walt Disney World

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The latest addition to the Disney Fab 50 character statue lineup for the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World is Dante from “Coco.” Dante will appear at EPCOT. The statue was revealed by Cesar Millan, the “Dog Whisperer” of National Geographic.

Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando Expected to Follow Recommendations to Require Masks Indoors for All Guests

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Recently, both the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Orange County, Florida Mayor Jerry Demings recommended masks indoors for all individuals regardless of vaccination status. As such, both Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando likely will amend their face mask policies soon. Currently, both resorts only require unvaccinated individuals to wear masks indoors. Mayor … Read more

Orange County, Florida Mayor Declares Local State of Emergency, Urges Masks Indoors Regardless of Vaccination Status

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Orange County, Florida Mayor Jerry Demings has declared a local state of emergency via executive order in wake of the rising COVID-19 cases. In a press conference on July 28, Demings doubled down on his request for all residents and visitors to wear masks indoors regardless of vaccination status. He is also still urging local … Read more

California Now Recommending Masks Indoors Regardless of Vaccination Status

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After the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recently changed their recommendation to include masking indoors even for the fully vaccinated, the state of California has followed suit according to the LA Times. “The Delta variant has caused a sharp increase in hospitalizations and case rates across the state. We are recommending masking in indoor … Read more

PHOTOS: New Black and White Minnie Mouse Ear Headband by BaubleBar Available at Disneyland Resort

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A new Minnie Mouse ear headband by BaubleBar has arrived at Disneyland Resort. We found the new black and white ears in Seaside Souvenirs at Disney California Adventure. BaubleBar Minnie Ear Headband – $49.99 The ears and headband are black. A large white bow with black polka dots stars prominently on the band. Rhinestone flowers … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Chip & Dale Now Greet Guests at Carthay Circle at Disney California Adventure

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On our latest trip to Disney California Adventure, we ran into our two favorite chipmunk friends outside Carthay Circle! The brothers were goofing around and having a good time on the stage beside the fountain. They were looking dapper in their best Buena Vista Street sweater vests and ties. On the other side of the … Read more