D23 Reveals Limited-Edition Tiki Mickey Mouse Plush for July’s “Year of the Mouse” Amazon Release

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Another month, another super-snazzy, super-collectable Mickey Mouse up for grabs. 2020 has been branded the “Year of the Mouse”, and D23 have been commemorating by offering their members exclusive access to an adorable collection of Mickey Mouse plushes, which are released monthly over on Amazon. So far, we’ve seen everything from a Movie Star Mickey … Read more

Erin McKenna’s Bakery NYC Announces New, Reduced Store Hours at Disney Springs

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With the rapidly-changing news and government announcements relating to COVID-19, it can be hard to keep track of which Disney Springs establishments are open when. The latest location to announce an alteration in its operating hours is everyone’s favorite one-stop cake shop, Erin McKenna’s Bakery NYC. From this new signage posted in the bakery window … Read more

Mother of Son with Autism Loses Court Battle Against Disney After Suing Over Disability Access Allowances

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A Florida mother has lost a court battle against Disney following a dispute over the updated allowances given to autistic guests through the Walt Disney World Disability Access Service. Ms. Donna Lorman, who is the President of the Autism Society of Greater Orlando, has lost the legal claim she was seeking, following Disney’s refusal to … Read more

Universal CityWalk Hollywood to Remain Open with Only Outdoor Restaurant Seating to Limit COVID-19 Spread

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Following the announcement made yesterday that all indoor operations were to be ceased immediately in Orange County, the reopening of Universal CityWalk Hollywood was thrown in to doubt. By closing “indoor operations”, establishments such as restaurants and entertainment venues would be impacted, hence the very core of CityWalk’s activities. So, how has the announcement affected … Read more

PHOTOS: New “The Haunted Mansion” Puzzle Set Featuring Stretching Room Portraits Offers a Chilling Challenge in Disney Springs

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Jigsaw puzzles have become all the rage lately in the Disney Parks, and any merchandise themed to “The Haunted Mansion” is bound to bode well amongst guests. We have already seen this puzzle featuring Stitch dressed as the Hatbox Ghost, but now there’s a new puzzle set haunting the shelves in Disney Springs, offering a … Read more

PHOTOS: New Mickey Mouse Whisk and Sink Strainer Whip Up Fun in Disney Springs

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World of Disney has been adding so many new items of Disney-inspired homeware lately, that our kitchens are beginning to look like they should be be accepting Advanced Dining Reservations. We’ve seen Mickey “Mousewares”, aprons which resemble character costumes, and a tea towel set depicting all the park icons we aspire our homes to resemble. … Read more

Disneyland Paris Introduces New Dated, 1-Day Summer Ticket Option

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When Disneyland Paris announced it would be reopening on July 15, it also detailed that park access would be determined based on a new, temporary, day-by-day reservation system. This will mean that Annual Passholders and holders of non-dated park tickets are not guaranteed park access, unless they make a specific reservation to accompany their admission. … Read more

Disneyland Paris Shares Look at Social Distancing and Heath & Safety Measures Within the Parks

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The countdown is well and truly on for the grand reopening of Disneyland Paris, just over two weeks away on July 15. We can’t wait to get back to the magic of the resort, however like we have seen in other Disney parks upon their reopening, we are expecting a lot of procedures across the … Read more

PHOTOS: New U-Rest Area Debuts at Seuss Landing in Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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Due to the mandatory (yet controversial) requirement that all guests must wear face coverings whilst visiting its theme parks, Universal Orlando Resort mindfully introduced a “U-Rest Area” system at the start of the month: a set of open spaces where guests could go to safely remove their masks and practice social distancing. With the powerful … Read more

PHOTOS: Refurbishment on The Lost Continent’s Mythical Griffin is Now Complete at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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Over in The Lost Continent side of Universal’s Islands of Adventure, a majestic and mythical creature stands tall and proud. It’s this impressive Griffin statue, which stands atop a pedestal welcoming guests into the magical land area of the park. We recently noticed he’s been under refurbishment, and has emerged this week looking shinier and … Read more

PHOTOS: More Demolition as Construction Presses on at Upcoming M&Ms Retail Store in Disney Springs

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Over on the West Side of Disney Springs, we have been closely following the construction progress for the new M&Ms retail store location, which is still apparently on target for a 2020 grand opening. The last update we brought you showed the removal of the windows and doors at the former Curl and Fit2Run store … Read more

SHOP: New Limited Release MagicBands Arrive on shopDisney, Featuring Americana Mickey, Remy, Phineas & Ferb, Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back 40th Anniversary, and More

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With Walt Disney World announcing that they will soon no longer be offering complimentary MagicBands for resort guests, many a vacation planner may be seeing this as a prime opportunity to stock up on fun new MagicBand designs for their future visits. If the selection of pre-arrival MagicBands available on the resort website aren’t tickling … Read more

PHOTOS: New “The Haunted Mansion” Madame Leota Tombstone Stocking Materializes in Disney Springs

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Disney’s Days of Christmas in Disney Springs is the one-stop shop for all things festive and merry. However, if your aura prefers the more foreboding or, shall we say, if you’re more ‘Happy Haunts‘ than ‘Happy Christmas’, this brand-new “The Haunted Mansion” stocking we caught lurking on the shelves may just be up your alley. … Read more

UPNT Weekly Recap: Super Nintendo World Has Been Delayed, Updated Face Mask Policies, Construction Updates, and More

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WDWNT is thrilled to announce our epic expansion with the launch of Universal Parks News Today! Every week is a busy week when it comes to Universal Parks news. To help you keep up with all the updates coming out of Universal Orlando Resort and other Universal resorts around the world, here’s Universal Parks News … Read more

WDWNT Weekly Recap: Disneyland Reopening Delayed, Splash Mountain to be Rethemed, Walt Disney World Resort Hotel Reopenings, and More

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Every week is a busy week when it comes to Disney news. To help you keep up with all the updates coming out of Walt Disney World and other Disney resorts, here’s WDWNT’s weekly recap of the Disney news from June 22-28 2020. Walt Disney World Parks The big park news this week was the … Read more

VIDEO: Disneyland Paris Releases New TV Spot Ahead of Park Reopening

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Earlier this week, Disneyland Paris shared the long-awaited news that the parks would be reopening on July 15, following a lengthy four-month closure. In celebration of the news, and to share their excitement of returning, Disneyland Paris has just released this magical new TV spot, featuring the park’s newest tagline: “There is no magic without … Read more