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PHOTO REPORT: EPCOT 7/8/21 (All Pavilion Flags Removed From Entrance, Spaceship Earth West Restrooms Accent Colors Added, Sunshine Seasons Returned To Pre-COVID State, and More)

July 8, 2021

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Hello from a split-decision weather day at EPCOT! We enjoyed moments of bright sunshine, but were also glad that we wore our rain boots as some pretty heavy rainfall moved through the area. Despite the indecisive weather, we still found things to show you, so let’s get started! On our way in, we noticed that … Read more

VIDEO: Watch This Awesome New Trailer For Marvel’s “What If…?; Premiers August 11th on Disney+

July 8, 2021

If this trailer for “What If…?” is any indication, things are about to get really turned upside down for the Marvel Universe! Enter the multiverse of unlimited possibilities. Marvel Studios’ first animated series, “What If…?”, starts streaming on August 11 with new episodes Wednesdays on Disney+. “What If… ?” features fan-favorite characters, including Peggy Carter, … Read more

TONIGHT on The Return of WDW News Tonight (7/8/21): Studio Audience is Back, 1st Show at WDWNT Celebration, Tom Deactivates His Personal Twitter, and More!

July 8, 2021

Tonight! You’ve read WDW News Today, so it’s time for the return of WDW News Tonight! Join us at 9PM ET for a recap of the week’s news, a visit from Cornac the Magnificent, the Fan-ly Feud, Liquid Magic, and more on our first episode from our new studio in Celebration! Tonight also marks the … Read more

PHOTOS: Spaceship Earth West Restrooms Repainted at EPCOT

July 8, 2021

Now matching the restrooms on the east side of Spaceship Earth that recently received a new paint job of bright, vibrant colors, the west side restrooms have been updated. Here is a comparison photo taken recently showing the white primer that was painted before the new colors. The new colors match EPCOT’s pavilion logos and … Read more

PHOTOS: New Disability Access and Rider Switch Distribution Location Added to Frontierland in Magic Kingdom

July 8, 2021

While enjoying our time before the rain began earlier today in Magic Kingdom, we spotted a friendly Cast Member standing by a sign for a new location for guests looking to utilize Disability Access and Rider Switch services for attractions around Frontierland. This new location can be found in Frontierland near Splash Mountain and Big … Read more

PHOTOS: New Vintage-Style Mickey Mouse T-Shirts Arrive at Disneyland Resort

July 8, 2021

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If you love a classic look, you’re in luck. Four new vintage-style Mickey Mouse t-shirts have arrived at Disneyland Resort. We found all four at World of Disney in Downtown Disney District. Let’s take a look! Mickey Mouse “1928” T-Shirt – $24.99 Can you believe Mickey Mouse will celebrate his 100th birthday in this decade? … Read more

PHOTOS: New Limited Edition “Artfully Evil,” “Glitzy Gear,” and “The Fox and the Hound” Pins Pop Into Disneyland Resort

July 8, 2021

Pin traders will be happy to know that new limited edition pins are now available at World of Disney in Downtown Disney District. The new pins include the latest additions to the “Artfully Evil” and “Glitzy Gear” collections, as well as a pin celebrating the 40th anniversary of “The Fox and the Hound.” Limited Edition … Read more

PHOTOS: Cars Land Disney Parks Loungefly Mini Backpack Cruises Into Disneyland Resort

July 8, 2021

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Start your engines! A new Cars Land mini backpack has joined the Disney Parks Loungefly collection. Perfect for cruising around Radiator Springs, we found the new bag at World of Disney in Downtown Disney District. Disney Parks Loungefly Cars Land Mini Backpack – $75 The backpack is patterned with the Cars Land logo. The colors … Read more

PHOTOS: New “The Haunting of Hill House” Halloween Horror Nights Tees Released at Universal Studios Florida

July 8, 2021

Just after the announcement that “The Haunting of Hill House” will be at Halloween Horror Nights 30, new shirts have been put out at Universal Studios Florida. We stopped inside Five & Dime to take a look at the preview merchandise. “The Haunting of Hill House” Tee – $28 The t-shirt design features “The Bowler … Read more

Orange County Florida Health Department Reports Rise in COVID Cases and Emergency Room Visits

July 8, 2021

Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings announced at a conference yesterday that the 14-day rolling positivity rate has grown to 5.99%, a 1.98 point increase from the June 28 update. Mayor Demmings removed COVID restrictions when the positivity rate dropped below 5%. It is currently unknown if any restrictions or mandates will be reinstated due to … Read more

Section of World Drive Closing Later This Month Near Magic Kingdom, Potentially for New Fireworks Launch Site Work

July 8, 2021

A section of World Drive located near the Magic Kingdom will close starting next Saturday. This closure, located between Center Drive and the Pluto parking lot, will last July 17th through the 26th. Walt Disney World recently notified Cast Members of this road closure, as the particular section of World Drive is a “backstage” area. … Read more

PHOTOS: New Exclusive Halloween, Ice Cream, and Riviera Resort MagicBands Now Available for Pre-Order for Annual Passholders and Resort Guests

July 8, 2021

If you are heading to Walt Disney World in the near future as an official Disney resort hotel guest or Annual Passholder, you can take advantage of new exclusive MagicBand designs now available for pre-order online with discounted prices. Halloween 2021 LR Exclusive MagicBand – $25 If you will be visiting during the Halloween season, … Read more

PHOTOS: Sunshine Seasons Returns to Pre-COVID Cafeteria-Style Operations at EPCOT

July 8, 2021

Sunshine Seasons in The Land at EPCOT has returned to its pre-COVID-19 cafeteria-style of operation. Guests can once again approach each station, order and collect their food, and then bring it to the register to checkout. For the past year, Sunshine Seasons has been utilizing mobile order, but this function was removed yesterday. Physical distancing … Read more

Halloween Horror Nights Returning to Universal Studios Hollywood, Featuring “The Haunting of Hill House”

July 8, 2021

Just announced via Twitter, the first official confirmation has been released for Universal Studios Hollywood’s Halloween Horror Nights for the 2021 season. Halloween Horror Nights returns with its renowned haunted houses and scare zones themed to the biggest names in horror and original stories, unparalleled live entertainment, and hundreds and hundreds of monstrous fiends. After … Read more

“The Haunting of Hill House” Coming to Halloween Horror Nights 30 at Universal Orlando Resort

July 8, 2021

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Netflix’s “The Haunting of Hill House” is coming to Halloween Horror Nights 30 at Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Hollywood. The maze will feature iconic scenes from The Haunting of Hill House, including the ominous and powerful Red Room and the infamous Hall of Statues. It won’t follow a specific character or timeline but … Read more

PHOTOS: Final “Gear” of 1994 Tomorrowland Pavement Prepared for Removal at Magic Kingdom

July 8, 2021

The final “gear” in the pavement of New Tomorrowland’s 1994 makeover has been scored for removal. This pavement has been progressively replaced over the past several weeks, with the bridge all that’s left of the refurbishment. This large gear pattern is directly under the Tomorrowland entrance sign, which was installed in 2019. “Scoring” is the … Read more