Michelle Beck

My happy place is any Disney park but mostly Disneyland. I love to write, read, plan trips, spend time with family and friends, nature, live music, wine and the occasional Dole Whip. I also love my Border Collie who is obsessed with watching football and Conan O'Brien. You can contact me at michelle@wdwnt.com.

Everything New Coming to Disney+ in March 2021 (Falcon and the Winter Soldier, Mighty Ducks Series, Inside PIXAR, WandaVision Finale, & More)

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Disney+ has announced its release schedule for this March, including the finale of Marvel Studios’ WandaVision and the premiere of National Geographic Documentary Films’ Own the Room. March will also mark the premieres for Marvel’s highly-anticipated The Falcon and the Winter Soldier’s series which debuts March 19 and the premiere of  Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Raya and the Last … Read more

PHOTOS: Big Blue Pool Refurbishment Continues at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort

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The Big Blue Pool at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort is currently closed for refurbishment. We stopped by the resort today to see how work was progressing on the project since our last visit. The pool remains completely drained as workers continue to refurbish and clean the interior. Tents are also scattered about the area … Read more

PHOTOS: New Winnie the Pooh and Frozen Marshmallow Mugs Arrive at Disneyland Resort

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We found two new mugs during our visit to Downtown Disney District today. Winnie the Pooh Mug – $19.99 The Winnie the Pooh mug features Pooh as the handle and it must be blustery because it appears that he’s being carried away by three balloons. On one side of the mug, we have a scene … Read more

PHOTOS: New Beauty and the Beast Enchanted Rose Snow Globe Arrives at Walt Disney World Resort

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A new Beauty and the Beast Snow Globe has arrived at Walt Disney World Resort. Beauty and the Beast Snow Globe – $69.99 This gorgeous snow globe features a replica of the rose from the Beauty and the Beast animated film. The inside has gold glitter and also has some rose petals at the bottom. … Read more

PHOTOS: Oswald’s Reopens with New Mickey and Minnie Shirts at Disney California Adventure

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Oswald’s, located on Buena Street at Disney California Adventure, has reopened after temporarily closing back in March 2020. The merchandise store has sold a number of different items through the years. The inside still remains closed for now with just the exterior displays in use. During our visit, we spotted new Forever Your Mickey and … Read more

REVIEW: Mardi Gras Vanilla Cake with Cinnamon Swirl is a Must in the Tribute Store at Universal Studios Florida

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Mardi Gras 2021: International Flavors of Carnaval is in full swing at Universal Studios Florida and today we’re stopping by the Tribute store to try the Mardi Gras Vanilla Cake with Cinnamon Swirl. Mardi Gras Vanilla Cake With Cinnamon Swirl – $4.99 The cake is presented beautifully with two layers featuring swirled Mardi Gras colors … Read more

PHOTOS: NEW Pizza Planet and Minnie Mouse Baseball Jerseys Arrive at Disneyland Resort

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Today, we shared two new baseball jerseys which we found at Walt Disney World Resort and now we have found some similar jerseys at Disneyland Resort as well. Pizza Planet Baseball Jersey – $59.99 The front of the jersey features the Pizza Planet logo and a Toy Story alien. The number 95 is stitched on the back, … Read more

PHOTO: New Turrets for Sleeping Beauty Castle Spotted On Their Way to Disneyland Paris

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Sleeping Beauty Castle at Disneyland Paris is currently undergoing a refurbishment while the park remains closed due to the pandemic. The park is preparing for its 30th anniversary next year, and the castle’s roof turrets will be replaced with new versions as part of the refresh. Today, those turrets were spotted being delivered to the … Read more

“Space Mountain: From Earth to the Stars” History Book Available Starting Tomorrow at Disneyland Paris

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A new book titled, “Space Mountain: From Earth to the Stars” will be available starting tomorrow, February 12 at Disneyland Paris. This new book follows in the footsteps of “Pirates of the Caribbean – A Treasure of an Attraction” and “Phantom Manor: Attraction Decrypted,” where you can discover the history of Space Mountain. Discover its … Read more

PHOTOS: NEW Pizza Planet and Minnie Mouse Baseball Jerseys Arrive at Walt Disney World

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Today, on our visit to Magic Kingdom, we spotted two new apparel items: a Pizza Planet and a Minnie Mouse baseball jersey. Pizza Planet Baseball Jersey – $59.99 The front of the jersey features the Pizza Planet logo and a Toy Story alien. The number 95 is stitched on the back, representing the year Toy … Read more

PHOTOS: Iconic Flower Bed and Italy Pavilion Gardens Arrive Ahead of Taste of EPCOT International Flower and Garden Festival 2021

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Today, during our visit to EPCOT, we saw preparations have already started for the Taste of EPCOT International Flower and Garden Festival which kicks off March 3rd. First off, we noticed that much of the flowers and gardens are already in place at the Italy Pavilion. Here is the description from Disney World’s website: Garden … Read more

Russo Brothers Tease New Disney Cinematic Universe Starting with ‘Hercules’ Live Action Remake

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Directors Joe and Anthony Russo, who directed Avengers: Endgame and are currently working on the new live-action Hercules movie, are teasing what’s in store for a possible Disney Cinematic Universe. According to ComicBook.com , Disney intends to develop the project beyond just one movie. They would like to take the Hercules property and spin an entire franchise’s … Read more

PHOTOS: Additional Theming Elements Added to Star Wars Trading Post at Disneyland Resort

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A couple of days ago, we spotted some new cases, crates, and barrels placed outside the entrance which add to the character and theming of the “Resistance Base.” The new Star Wars Trading Post, which is taking over the old Rainforest Cafe building, continues to take shape as we near the opening.   We found some more … Read more

International Services Looking for Cultural Representatives at EPCOT, Including at New La Crêperie de Paris

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International Services is advertising that they are looking to fill positions in the France Pavilion at EPCOT for 2021. This service is a recruiter for Disney’s cultural representative program. Positions that need to be filled include host, server, pastry cook and crepier. La Crêperie de Paris should be opening in the next few months in … Read more

PHOTOS: New La Gelateria Stand Looks Closer to Opening in Italy Pavilion at EPCOT

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Today, on our trip to EPCOT, we are checking out the status of the new La Gelateria stand which is coming soon to the Italy Pavilion. This new quick-service location is led by the Patina Restaurant Group and will serve delicious gelato when it opens. There has been some progress since our previous visit and the stand … Read more

PHOTOS: Jurassic Outfitters Sign Being Refurbished and Bright Colors Being Painted All Over Jurassic Park in Preparation for VelociCoaster at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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Today, while we were touring around Jurassic Park at Universal’s Island of Adventure, we noticed some improvements taking place. First off, we noticed that the Jurassic Outfitters sign was missing the word “Outfitters”. The dinosaur skull in the middle of the sign was also removed. We were told that the store was not changing its … Read more

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