Universal Orlando Resort Changes Premier Pass Express Access Time to 4 PM on Weekends Beginning in October

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With newly-expanded hours on weekends for Halloween offerings, Universal Orlando Resort has updated Express Pass access times for its Premier Passholders. Beginning October 1, 2020, Express Pass access privileges will begin at 4 PM on Saturdays and Sundays. Weekday Express Pass access will continue to begin at 2 PM. In August, Universal announced that Express … Read more

WDWNT Weekly Recap: Rise of the Resistance Glitches, Fall Decorations, EPCOT Construction, Maskless Man, Mandalorian Emmys, 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 September 14 to September 20, 2020. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom Tour the Magic Kingdom with us … Read more

PHOTOS: New “Muppet*Vision 3D” Ear Hat Christmas Ornament Available at Walt Disney World

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Despite recently switching to “Halloween mode,” the Magic Kingdom is already stocking the shelves with new Christmas items. We found a new ear hat ornament at Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe. The new ornament pays tribute to “Muppet*Vision 3D,” the classic attraction located at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. This Christmas item features many of the attraction’s details. … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Halloween “Rainy Day Cavalcade” Drives Down the Middle of Soggy Main Street, U.S.A. in the Magic Kingdom

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It is a wet day in the Orlando area, with rain falling on the Walt Disney World Resort. Rather than letting raindrops get in the way of fun, Halloween costumed characters rode in covered vehicles. Mickey, Minnie, Pluto, Donald, and Daisy were joined on foot by Cast Members for a “Rainy Day Cavalcade.” Cast Members … Read more

PHOTOS: Work Continues on EPCOT “Harmonious” Nighttime Spectacular Barges

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EPCOT is the center of Walt Disney World Resort construction, with multiple projects underway. In addition to what can be seen by guests, work is continuing backstage on the barges that will be part of the “Harmonious” nighttime spectacular. The new show will take place on World Showcase Lagoon. Twitter user bioreconstruct shared photos showing … Read more

PHOTOS: Flaming Pumpkin Jack-o’-Lantern PhotoPass Magic Shot Returns to the Magic Kingdom

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When the Walt Disney World Resort PhotoPass photographer asks you to strike a pose, you know that magic is going to happen. Magic Shots add still and animated images to PhotoPass pictures. Just in time for Halloween, guests at the Magic Kingdom can get a spooky jack-o’-lantern Magic Shot, back from last year’s Mickey’s Not-So-Scary … Read more

PHOTOS: New Aerials Reveal EPCOT Entrance Fountain Progress

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Aerial photographer bioreconstruct has shared overhead views of the EPCOT entrance fountain construction. Work is progressing, with preparations made for a new concrete pour. The construction crew has creatively used carpet remnants to protect the work that is already completed. This wide view centers the fountain. Notice the additional construction work just beyond Spaceship Earth. … Read more

Disney’s Animal Kingdom Park Hours Extended on September 27

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Disney has once again extended hours at Animal Kingdom, this time on Sunday, September 27. Rather than the typical hours of 9 AM until 5 PM, Animal Kingdom will remain open until 6 PM next Sunday. Opening time remains 9 AM. As we reported earlier, Disney has added an additional hour on September 20 and … Read more

PHOTOS: Seize Your Moment With New “Coco” Items from the EPCOT Mexico Pavilion

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New Coco leggings and a t-shirt have arrived at the Walt Disney World Resort. The leggings join a myriad of other designs found throughout the resort. These Coco items are available inside the Mexico Pavilion at EPCOT. “Coco” Full Length Leggings – $39.99 The leggings are black, with Coco characters found throughout the pattern. A … Read more

Cast Member Blockouts Lifted for Most Dates Through October 8 at Walt Disney World

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Cast members will now be able to use Employee Self-Admission, Main Entrance Pass, One-Day Park Hopper Guest Ticket, and Hospitality Days Pass types to visit the Walt Disney World theme parks most days through October 8. As with previous updates, Disney’s Hollywood Studios is still on the blockout list. Cast Members are also unable to … Read more

PHOTOS: NEW Patriotic Pressed Pennies Arrive at The American Adventure Pavilion in EPCOT

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A new series of four patriotic pressed pennies have arrived at The American Adventure Pavilion in EPCOT. The pennies feature images of Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, and Goofy, each wearing a tricorn hat. A fourth design is the iconic Mikey head silhouette, filled with a stars and stripes pattern. The machine accepts cash or credit … Read more

PHOTOS: New Park Icon Cookie Cutter Set Arrives at Walt Disney World

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What is better than Disney theme park icons? Cookies shaped like the park icons, of course! This set of six cookie cutters is available at Walt Disney World retail locations. The set contains six individual cookie cutters. The Mousewares packaging is colorful and features artwork behind the cutters. Park Icon Cookie Cutter Set – $24.99 … Read more

PHOTOS: Construction Walls Now Up Around Liquid Layer Interactive Fountain at EPCOT

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Constructions walls are a common sight at EPCOT these days, with extensive work being done throughout the theme park. New walls have surrounded the Liquid Layer water feature. This children’s splash pad is a popular way to cool down on those hot Florida days. The Liquid Layer is located on the central path connecting Future … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Robot Dog “Latte” Debuts at Toothsome Chocolate Emporium & Savory Feast Kitchen in Universal Orlando Resort

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Guests visiting CityWalk at Universal Orlando Resort were introduced to a new robotic dog this week. Latte the robotic dog appeared outside Toothsome Chocolate Emporium & Savory Feast Kitchen. The dog, elaborately themed with steampunk touches, joined Penelope and Jacques, performing for the assembled crowd. Latte appears to be based on the Boston Dynamics Spot … Read more

REVIEW: Oktoberfest Poutine Returns to Disney Springs for Fall 2020

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This review is based on last year’s Oktoberfest Poutine. Please note that the 2020 presentation may differ from what is shown below, but should be just as delicious. We love a good bowl of poutine from The Daily Poutine at Disney Springs. This is one of our frequent stops when visiting the shopping and dining … Read more

“The Mandalorian” Picks Up Five Creative Arts Emmy Awards for Disney+

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The Mandalorian is making itself known at the 2020 Creative Arts Emmys. The first-year series won five Emmy Awards this evening. The series picked up the first-ever Emmy for the Disney+ streaming service. The initial win was for Outstanding Special Visual Effects for “Chapter 2: The Child.” That award was just the start for the … Read more