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Mike Baker

Mike caught the Disney bug after his first on-property stay at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. In the intervening years, Mike is either planning his next trip, writing about a trip, or helping his friends plan a special trip to Walt Disney World. Mike lives in Central Pennsylvania with his wife. He has two adult children. A teacher, instructional coach, and lifelong learner, Mike also works as the percussion instructor for the local high school. You can contact Mike at [email protected]
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Disney Fires Longtime Hilton Head Island Resort Cast Members B’Lou Crabbe and Shadow the Dog

November 27, 2021 Mike Baker

While live entertainment is returning to many Disney Parks and resorts, one Disney resort will not be bringing back its live performers. Disney’s Hilton Head … Read more

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PHOTOS: New Donald Duck ‘Top of the Naughty List’ Christmas T-Shirt Available at Walt Disney World

November 27, 2021 Mike Baker

Donald Duck can be a bit, well, naughty. His temper often gets the best of him. Donald seems to have embraced his naughty side on … Read more

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Kali River Rapids Scheduled to Reopen After Refurbishment December 16 at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

November 27, 2021 Mike Baker

Kali River Rapids closed November 1 for its annual refurbishment. The raft ride at Disney’s Animal Kingdom is set to reopen December 16 according to … Read more

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PHOTOS: Automatic Doors, Tap Points Installed at Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind in EPCOT

November 27, 2021 Mike Baker

Work at the entrance of Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind continues to make progress. On today’s visit to EPCOT, we noticed that automatic door … Read more

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WDWNT Daily Recap (11/24/21): Explicit Photos Found at Disney World Hotels, Lightning Lane Selection Sellouts, TRON Lightcycle Run Entrance Canopy, ‘Encanto’ Review, and More

November 24, 2021 Mike Baker

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, … Read more

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Remaining Disney Stores No Longer Requiring Guests to Wear Face Coverings

November 24, 2021 Mike Baker

Although only 25 Disney Store locations remain in North America, the brick-and-mortar retail locations continue to update face covering policies. Previously, all guests 2 and … Read more

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PHOTOS: See ‘The Mandalorian’ Grogu Balloon Inflated Ahead of Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade

November 24, 2021 Mike Baker

The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade is back this year after a television-only 2020 version due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Families will gather in New York … Read more

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Disney Ups Fiscal 2022 Content Budget by $8 Billion, Hopes $33 Billion Total Investment Draws New Streaming Subscribers

November 24, 2021 Mike Baker

According to a report by Variety, Disney will increase its content budget by $8 billion in fiscal year 2022, making the content budget line item … Read more

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BREAKING: Imagineers State EPCOT’s Expansion Will be Completed in 2023

November 21, 2021 Mike Baker

At this afternoon’s Destination D23 “Musical Attractions of Walt Disney World” panel discussion, Imagineer John Dennis mentioned that the EPCOT expansion will be complete in … Read more

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PHOTOS: Christmas Decorations and Village Train Display Bring Holiday Cheer to Disney’s Yacht Club Resort

November 21, 2021 Mike Baker

It is Christmas time once again at Walt Disney World. The resort hotels are decorating for the holidays. Disney’s Yacht Club Resort is known for … Read more

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PHOTOS: New Vault Collection 1st Anniversary Track Suit, Cardigan, and Park Map Spirit Jersey and Crocs Coming to Walt Disney World

November 21, 2021 Mike Baker

Upcoming Vault Collection merchandise was previewed this afternoon at Destination D23. Panel members shared their favorite merchandise during the discussion while wearing some upcoming creations. … Read more

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PHOTOS: Construction Walls Moved at Poseidon’s Fury in Universal’s Islands of Adventure, Attraction Sign Revealed

November 21, 2021November 21, 2021 Mike Baker

Poseidon’s Fury at Universal’s Islands of Adventure has been closed since August 2020. Construction walls surrounded the attraction in August 2021. Some of those walls … Read more

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Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park Closing November 23 Due to Cold Weather

November 21, 2021 Mike Baker

For the seventh time this month, Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park will be closed due to cold weather. The water park will not open Tuesday, … Read more

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PHOTOS: Disney Previews Viewport Scenes for Star Wars: Hyperspace Lounge Aboard Disney Wish Cruise Ship

November 21, 2021 Mike Baker

Guests aboard the upcoming Disney Wish cruise ship will be able to visit Star Wars: Hyperspace Lounge. The lounge features large viewports that show locations … Read more

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PHOTOS: New “it’s a small world” and Sleeping Beauty Castle Stacking Block Sets Available at Disneyland Resort

November 19, 2021 Mike Baker

Two new stacking block sets inspired by “it’s a small world” and Sleeping Beauty Castle are available at Disneyland Resort. These would make the perfect … Read more

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WDWNT Daily Recap (11/18/21): Chapek’s Destination D23 Excuse, Walt Disney World Railroad and TRON Update, 100th Anniversary Plans for The Walt Disney Company, Caribbean Beach Bridge Replacement, and More

November 18, 2021 Mike Baker

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, … Read more

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