PHOTO REPORT: EPCOT 11/22/20 (New “Paris” Minnie Ears, Aristocats “Marie” Loungefly Collection, Living with the Land Christmas Overlay, World Showcase Shops Reopen, and More)

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Welcome to an exciting Sunday at EPCOT! While we knew coming into the day that it represented the official end to the Taste of EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival, we had no idea how much else would be happening in the park — tons of new merchandise (including pavilion ears, Loungefly bags, flannel character … Read more

BREAKING: Legendary Disney Imagineer Joe Rohde is Retiring

Joe Rohde, the legendary Imagineer who brought to life Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Pandora: The World of AVATAR, Aulani in Hawaii, and so much more, has announced his retirement from Disney after 40 years in the industry. His last day with the company will be January 4th, 2021. Shared by Walt Disney Imagineering President Bob Weis … Read more

Revenge of the Mummy, Hogwarts Express, and Water Rides Closing for Refurbishment at Universal Orlando Resort in Early 2021

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Several Universal Orlando Resort attractions will be closing for limited times in early 2021 for refurbishment. These include popular coaster Revenge of the Mummy, and the Hogwarts Express, which acts as easy transportation between Universal Studios Florida and Universal’s Islands of Adventure. Thankfully, the latter will only be closed for one day. The full list … Read more

BREAKING: Universal Studios Florida and Universal’s Islands of Adventure Reach Capacity for First-Time on a Weekday Under New Protocols

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Some Christmas magic has come to Universal Orlando Resort. Universal Studios Florida and Universal’s Islands of Adventure reached capacity around noon today. Of course, the parks are in the full swing of their holiday festivities, but this does mark the first weekday this year where the parks have closed at capacity. The parking garages have … Read more

REVIEW: Jock Lindsey’s Holiday Bar “Sticks the Landing” with NEW Alcoholic Milk and Cookies and More Seasonal Surprise Hits at Disney Springs

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Jock Lindsey’s Holiday Bar is back at Disney Springs, and not only does it come with special decorations, but they’re offering new items exclusive to the season. Let’s take a look at some of the highlights! Mistletoe Mule – $14.00 The Mistletoe Mule is made with Tito’s Handmade Vodka, lime juice and passionfruit, topped with … Read more

PHOTOS: Breakfast Returns to Friar’s Nook at Magic Kingdom

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Friar’s Nook at the Magic Kingdom, which reopened in early October, is now serving breakfast again. Breakfast was added to Friar’s Nook in December 2019 and became “permanent” in January, though of course had to close again due to the COVID-19 pandemic. According to a Cast Member, Friar’s Nook will be serving breakfast from 8:30 … Read more

Disney Cruise Line Cancels All Departures Through January 31, 2021

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Disney Cruise Line has canceled all sailings that depart through January 31, 2021. This includes sailings that were scheduled to return as late as February 6. Disney Cruise Line had previously canceled sailings through December 2020. Below is the list of all canceled sailings. Guests booked on affected sailings who have paid their reservation in … Read more

Disney Now Referring to EPCOT Festival Center as “Festival Area”, Hinting at Less Ambitious Overhaul Plans

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After rumors that the new Festival Center in EPCOT’s upcoming World Celebration neighborhood had been canceled due to COVID-19 delays, Disney is now calling the location a “festival area.” The festival center was supposed to be a multi-level structure overlooking the World Celebration gardens (currently Future World). In a new release, Disney referred to “a … Read more

BREAKING: Disney and Brightline Reach Agreement to Build High-Speed Railway Station at Disney Springs

Disney has finally reached an agreement with Brightline High-Speed Railway to bring a station to Disney Springs at Walt Disney World. The Disney Springs project is expected to take 2-3 years to complete once construction commences. Construction would likely commence after the scheduled 2022 completion of the expansion from West Palm Beach to Orlando International … Read more