UPDATE: Repairs Already Underway on Walt Disney World Monorail Track, Full Details of Accident Revealed, Disney Telling Guests Walkway is Closed for “Routine Maintenance”

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Just hours after a construction vehicle struck a section of the Walt Disney World Monorail track, crews were onsite to begin repairs. A maintenance vehicle finally arrived a bit after the accident on the Express Monorail beam. The walkway to the Contemporary is closed. Disney is telling guests that the walkway is closed for “routine … Read more

BREAKING: Disneyland Resort to End COVID-19 Temperature Checks for Guests and Cast Members Beginning June 15th

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As California gets the all-clear to fully reopen, the Disneyland Resort is getting ready to end temperature checks for guests and Cast Members beginning June 15th, according to The Orange County Register. Checks will end for visitors at the Pixar Pals parking structure, eastside Harbor Boulevard entrance and westside Downtown Disney entrances on June 15. … Read more

Reopening Date Scheduled for Matterhorn Bobsleds at Disneyland

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While July 4th weekend might be in the heat of the summer, it’s going to be a cool time at Disneyland. According to the resort’s Daily Events Schedule, Matterhorn Bobsleds is set to finally reopen to guests on Friday, July 2nd. The attraction has remained closed since the park closure in March 2020, and even … Read more

Walt Disney World Theme Park Hours Released for August 1st-7th

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The theme park fun continues well into summer, as Walt Disney World has released its hours for all four theme parks and Blizzard Beach from August 1st through the 7th. All seven days that week, the Magic Kingdom will be open from 9 AM to 9 PM all seven days, while EPCOT operates from 11 … Read more

Brightline Rail Expansion Reaches Halfway Mark Between Miami and Orlando

Soon, it’ll be easier than ever to travel the Sunshine State, as the Brightline high-speed rail expansion has reached the halfway mark between Miami and Orlando. Fox 35’s Matt Trezza reported on the big occasion, which marks a significant development in the expansion. The line will lead to Orlando International Airport, which will serve as … Read more

PHOTOS: Little Orange Bird Phone PopGrip Arrives at Walt Disney World

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If merchandise is any indicator, people really love the Orange Bird. Just this year alone, this Florida icon has been featured on tumblers, face masks and shoulder plush. Now, you can show off the character on your phone… the outside of it, that is. This new PopSockets PopGrip has arrived at Walt Disney World, featuring … Read more

PHOTOS: MagicBand Prices Increase at Walt Disney World and on shopDisney

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Guests looking to purchase MagicBands were hit with a less-than-pleasant surprise at Walt Disney World on Wednesday. The price of open edition MagicBands has increased by $5.00 at each of the three pricing levels. Coral-level bands are now $19.99, while Bronze-level bands are $29.99 and amethyst-level bands sell for $34.99. The signage reminds guests that … Read more

PHOTOS: New “The Hunchback of Notre Dame” and Stitch “Vacation Mode” MagicBands Debut at Walt Disney World

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A new pair of MagicBands are getting animated at Walt Disney World! Both bands feature characters from Walt Disney Animation Studios history. Let’s take a closer look. First up is this Hydrangea MagicBand featuring Quasimodo and Esmeralda from The Hunchback of Notre Dame, which celebrates its 25th anniversary this year. Esmeralda waves her tambourine on … Read more