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“The Awesomest Celebration of the Season” Begins November 13 at Universal Orlando Resort, Macy’s Parade, Grinchmas, and Christmas at Hogwarts Returning

October 7, 2021

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Universal Orlando Resort’s holiday festivities will be returning this year starting November 13, 2021 and running through January 2, 2022. While many experiences were suspended last year due to COVID-19, the Macy’s parade, How the Grinch Stole Christmas show, and holiday lighting on Hogwarts are back. Last year, the Grinch and the Whos only appeared … Read more

Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Starts at 295 Points for Disney Vacation Club Members

October 7, 2021

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Annual Passholders and Disney Vacation Club members are now able to book a voyage on Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser during a pre-sale window. We learned yesterday that Disney Vacation Club members must book at least one person in their party using points. Now that the pre-sale has begun, we now know how many points a … Read more

REVIEW: NEW Mobile App Exclusive Pumpkin Spice Doughnut Available at Voodoo Doughnut

October 7, 2021

Sometimes having a ton of apps on your phone pays off, specifically the Universal Orlando app, because you can now purchase mobile app exclusive treats. Today, we decided to try the new Mobile App Exclusive! Pumpkin Spice Doughnut at Voodoo Doughnut in CityWalk. Mobile App Exclusive Pumpkin Spice Cake Doughnut – $2.90 If you need … Read more

PHOTOS: Landscaping Underway Outside Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind in EPCOT

October 7, 2021

Landscaping is underway outside Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind in EPCOT, which is officially set to open next year in the newly renamed Wonders of Xandar pavilion. Crew members were planting trees on the other side of the pavilion from the Monorail. Some boxes line the courtyard directly in front of the pavilion, where … Read more

PHOTOS: New Scented Popcorn Spirit Jersey Arrives at Walt Disney World

October 7, 2021

Walt Disney World has a brand new Spirit Jersey just for lovers of Disney Parks’ popcorn and popcorn buckets. We found it in Star Traders at Magic Kingdom. Popcorn Spirit Jersey – $74.99 The top half of the jersey is white, while the bottom half has thin red stripes like a popcorn box. The Walt Disney … Read more

REVIEW: 50th Anniversary Snow White Ice Cream Cone and Heigh-Ho Sundae at Storybook Treats in Magic Kingdom

October 7, 2021

Storybook Treats in Magic Kingdom is celebrating the 50th anniversary with two new ice cream treats inspired by “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.” Storybook Treats is located next to The Friar’s Nook in Fantasyland. In addition to its standard ice cream and float offerings, it now has the Heigh-Ho Sundae and the Snow White … Read more

Star Wars: Cargo Bay (with Batuu Backstory) and Mickey & Minnie Captain’s Deck Debuting on Disney Wish Cruise Ship

October 7, 2021

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Two new experiences for kids will debut in Disney’s Oceaneer Club aboard Disney Cruise Line’s Disney Wish when it sets sail next June: Star Wars: Cargo Bay and Mickey and Minnie Captain’s Deck. Disney’s Oceaneer Club is designed for kids ages 3 to 12 and will also have an Imagineering Lab, Fairytale Hall, and MARVEL … Read more

PHOTOS: New Plush Chef Remy Keychain Available at EPCOT

October 7, 2021

With the grand opening of Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure in the France Pavilion of EPCOT came plenty of new merchandise inspired by the attraction and film. In Creations Shop, we found a new plush Chef Remy keychain. We found the new keychain alongside the other Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure merchandise. Chef Remy Keychain – $14.99 Have you … Read more

PHOTOS: New Limited Release Disney Vacation Club “Welcome Home” MagicBand Debuts at Walt Disney World

October 7, 2021

If you’re a Disney Vacation Club member, the Disney Parks can feel like a second home. And now, you can show off your bond with this new limited release MagicBand! The navy blue MagicBand features academic-style insignias and iconography from Disney Vacation Club resorts around the world, including Aulani, Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa, … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Universal Orlando Resort 10/3/21 (Hogwarts House Christmas Stockings, Universal Orlando Arcades Go Green, Low Crowds at HHN, and More)

October 7, 2021

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Welcome to another beautiful Fall day here at the Universal Orlando Resort. It’s the perfect day to get out in the parks and take in all the seasonal activities. Let’s check out what’s new since our last visit. Refurbishment continues on the entrance of Quiet Flight in CityWalk, but the store is open. There is … Read more

REVIEW: NEW 50th Anniversary Pineapple-Coconut Glazed Popcorn at Magic Kingdom

October 7, 2021

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Many new food items have been making their debut at Walt Disney World as part of the 50th anniversary, including the new Pineapple-Coconut Glazed Popcorn we found in Adventureland at Magic Kingdom. Pineapple-Coconut Glazed Popcorn – $6.25 Served in the new 50th Anniversary popcorn box, it has an EARidescent glaze and fits in thematically in … Read more

PHOTOS: Christmas-Themed Greetings, Food, & Decor Coming to Tokyo Disney Resort November 9-December 25

October 7, 2021

While Tokyo Disney Resort is not holding a full-scale “Disney Christmas” event this year, they will deck the halls of the two parks this year along with presenting two new sets of greetings, along with returning food and merchandise! Entertainment At Tokyo Disneyland, the Mickey & Friends Greeting Parade will receive a holiday overlay themed … Read more

PHOTOS: New Limited Edition “Eternals” MagicBand Arrives at Disney Springs

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Marvel’s “Eternals” is still a month from theaters, but you can get your limited edition “Eternals” MagicBand now. The bands are available at Pin Traders in Disney Springs. Limited Edition “Eternals” Magic Band-$39.99 The band comes in a special box commemorating the film. It features animated versions of the characters. The packaging also indicates that … Read more

PHOTOS: Adorable “Happy Ride with Baymax” Warming Pillow Coming October 7th to Tokyo Disneyland

October 7, 2021

Although The Happy Ride with Baymax opened over a year ago, Tokyo Disney Resort is still hard at work pumping out clever and creative original merchandise to celebrate the personal healthcare companion. This week, a new warming pillow will debut just in time for winter shaped just like Baymax’s lead vehicle aboard the new attraction! … Read more

“Entry Request” Lottery System Finally Ending at Enchanted Tale of Beauty and the Beast and The Happy Ride with Baymax at Tokyo Disneyland October 18th

October 7, 2021

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When Enchanted Tale of Beauty and the Beast and The Happy Ride with Baymax opened at Tokyo Disneyland last September, they required winning a ride on the two attractions with the Entry Request lottery system, which left many Guests infuriated, unable to secure a ride despite coming to the park explicitly for it. Well those … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Disney’s Animal Kingdom 10/1/21 (Walt Disney World Celebrates 50th Anniversary, Gargantuan Amount of 50th Sweets and Treats, Tree of Life Lights Up as a Beacon Of Magic, KiteTails Soars, and More)

October 7, 2021

Jambo from Disney’s Animal Kingdom! Join us today as we celebrate Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary at this beautiful park. We have been counting down the days to this celebration and cannot believe it is finally here! Disney’s Animal Kingdom had a few surprises in store for this celebration, and we’re here to take you … Read more