Katie Francis, Author at WDW News Today

REVIEW: 'Gingeraffe' and Chocolate Peppermint Cookie Sandwich from The Mara at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge

December 5, 2021

While visiting Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge to see the new giraffe gingerbread sculpture, we stopped by The Mara to try some tasty holiday treats. Gingeraffe – $4.99 Gingerbread giraffe cookie with milk chocolate buttercream filling We couldn’t resist seeing the two adorable gingerbread giraffes together. The Gingeraffe was your classic gingerbread cookie. It was perfectly … Read more

PHOTOS: Deck the Halls With Minnie Ears, Cinderella, and More New Ornaments Available at Disneyland Resort

December 5, 2021

Deck your halls Disney style with new ornaments from Disneyland Resort. We found these new ornaments in the Emporium at Disneyland Park. Minnie Ear Headband Ornament – $19.99 “it’s a small world” Mickey Ear Hat Ornament – $24.99 This handpainted ornament is shaped like a Mickey Ear Hat and themed to “it’s a small world.” … Read more

PHOTOS: Winter Apparel Featuring Mickey & Minnie and the Partners Statue Arrives at Disneyland Resort

December 5, 2021

Right as we head into the chillier time of year, Disneyland Resort is stocked up with new winter apparel. Partners Statue Hat – $19.99 This blue knit cap features the silhouette of the Partners Statue in front of the castle. Partners Statue Scarf – $16.99 You can also get a matching scarf. Minnie Mouse Beanie … Read more

Disneyland Park Sets Up Large, Unthemed Screen and Lighting Rigs by the Millennium Falcon in Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge

December 5, 2021

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A large, unthemed digital screen and lighting rigs have been erected by the Millennium Falcon at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Disneyland Park. Cast Members in the area told us they are for an upcoming private event later this week. The screen and rigs are set up near the entrance to Millennium Falcon: Smuggler’s Run. … Read more

PHOTOS: Walt’s Holiday Lodge Minnie Ear Headband Now Available at Walt Disney World

December 5, 2021

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Get ready for the winter with this adorable new pair of ears that we spotted in World of Disney at Disney Springs. Walt’s Holiday Lodge Minnie Ear Headband – $29.99 The ears and top of the band are cream, patterned with Mickey & Friends enjoying winter activities. A big red and black bow sits in … Read more

PHOTOS: See the Baby Giraffe Made of Gingerbread at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge

December 5, 2021

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Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge surprised guests this morning with the debut of a gingerbread baby giraffe in the Jambo House lobby. The “ginger-affe” was created by Pastry Chef Michael Craig and will be on display through January 1. It’s the size of a baby giraffe. The baby gingeraffe can be found near the back of … Read more

PHOTOS: New Walt’s Holiday Lodge Mickey & Minnie Loungefly Backpack Skis Into Disneyland Resort

December 5, 2021

Another new holiday Loungefly backpack has arrived at Disneyland Resort, this time featuring Mickey & Minnie enjoying winter activities at Walt’s Holiday Lodge. Walt’s Holiday Lodge Loungefly Backpack – $85 The front of the bag features the lovebirds on a ski lift, with their skis and a string of holiday lights forming a heart around … Read more

PHOTOS: New Attraction Pin Collections Coming Soon to Disneyland Paris, Including Indiana Jones, Phantom Manor, Big Thunder Mountain, and More

December 5, 2021

Several new attraction-themed pin collections are coming soon to Disneyland Paris, and we have a preview of them for you today. Phantom Manor These Phantom Manor pins are part of the new attractions collection, but have already been released. Merlin l’Enchanteur This pin, featuring the iconic Sword in the Stone, is based on the Merlin … Read more

Official Disneyland Instagram Account Misattributes Horizons Quote to Walt Disney

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Today, the official Disneyland Magic Key Instagram account made a post honoring Walt Disney’s 120th birthday. While the sentiment is much appreciated by Disney fans, some may notice the caption has a major error. The quote “If you can dream it, you can do it” has oft been misattributed to Walt Disney, but it seems … Read more

Director Jason Reitman Wants a 'Ghostbusters: Afterlife' Theme Park Ride

December 5, 2021

“Ghostbusters: Afterlife” may have been ousted from the #1 box office spot by Disney’s “Encanto,” but it’s still going strong. On the tails of its success, director Jason Reitman has revealed his wishes for a theme park attraction. In an interview with Collider, Reitman revealed that one scene was made as wish fulfillment on his … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Behind the Scenes Look at Making of New Walt Disney Statue Coming to EPCOT

December 5, 2021

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In honor of Walt Disney’s birthday today, December 5, Disney has shared a behind the scenes look at the making of a new statue coming to EPCOT. Originally shared at Destination D23, the video shows Imagineers hard at work on a scale model of the statue before fabrication of the actual statue begins. The Walt … Read more

New Gingerbread Baby Giraffe on Display at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge

December 5, 2021

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As of this morning, guests visiting Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge can check out a new gingerbread baby giraffe. The newest confectionary creation was announced today alongside its debut. The gingerbread baby giraffe will be on display through January 1. Check out the other gingerbread creations at Walt Disney World this holiday season: PHOTOS: Gingerbread Display … Read more

Merchandise Roundup 12/4/21: Jerrod Maruyama 'Magic Kingdom Cuties,' PeopleMover Bag Charm, Star Wars Ornaments, and More

December 5, 2021

Welcome to today’s merchandise roundup! Walt Disney World releases new merchandise every day, and we know you don’t want to miss a thing. Let’s see what our reporters found in the parks on December 4, 2021. PeopleMover Bag Charm – $9.99 We found this bag charm in Sir Mickey’s at the Magic Kingdom. Two new … Read more

PHOTOS: New Universal Studios Hollywood 'Happy Holidays' Shirts Now Available

December 4, 2021

The holiday cheer is everywhere here at Universal Studios Hollywood, even in the Studios Store, where we found two new “Happy Holidays” shirts. Universal Studios Happy Holidays T-shirt – $25 The first shirt we found is a white tee with the Universal Studios logo surrounded by Christmas lights and snowflakes. “Happy Holidays” is in red … Read more

2022 Pin Celebration — ‘Disney One Family’ Announced, Features “Inclusivity”-Driven Product, Fox Properties Such As Avatar

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Disney has announced a Pin Celebration for 2022 entitled “One Family” during this year’s Heroes and Villains event. The theme will focus on family memories inspired by photographs and secret family recipes. It will also focus on inclusivity, with a goal of creating “product that represents everyone.” The event is the first to bring all … Read more

Disney Deletes Preview Video of Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Following Public Criticism

December 4, 2021

Disney released their latest preview of the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser during the “The Wonderful World of Disney: Magical Holiday Celebration” last month, but the video has now mysteriously disappeared, along with all the official related social media posts. The preview, which featured Sean Giambrone of “The Goldbergs,” exploring a couple of features of the … Read more