Experts Say Central Florida Tourism Oversight District Board’s ‘Superior Authority’ Resolution Won’t Work, Bob Iger ‘Glad’ to Meet with Gov. Ron DeSantis Over Feud, & More: Daily Recap (4/13/23)

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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, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Thursday, April 13, 2023. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more

50th Anniversary Medallion Photo Spot Removed from World Celebration at EPCOT

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A popular photo spot in front of a Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary medallion sign has just been removed from EPCOT. 50th Anniversary Medallion Photo Spot Removed We stopped by EPCOT today to check on the progress of the removal of the Harmonious barges, and noticed that the 50th Anniversary medallion photo spot sign has … Read more

PHOTOS: 50th Anniversary Vault Collection Decór Removed From Main Street Cinema at Magic Kingdom

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The Main Street Cinema in Magic Kingdom has debuted a new look inside the merchandise location following the conclusion of the 50th Anniversary Celebrations. Main Street Cinema The Main Street Cinema is a shop at the Magic Kingdom. During the Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary celebrations, the Main Street Cinema was transformed into “50 Years … Read more

PHOTOS: Main Street, U.S.A. Clock Returns to Magic Kingdom

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The famous Main Street, U.S.A. Clock has returned to Magic Kingdom and has been restored to its pre-50th Anniversary design. Main Street, U.S.A. Clock Restored to Pre-50th Design Although Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary celebrations ended on March 31, some decorations have still been seen around the park recently. We stopped into Magic Kingdom this … Read more

Disney’s Animal Kingdom 25th Anniversary Food and Merchandise Revealed, Garden Grill Breakfast Menu and Prices, & More: Daily Recap (4/12/23)

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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, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Wednesday, April 12, 2023. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more

First Cinderella Castle 50th Bunting Removed at Magic Kingdom

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Crews have removed the first 50th anniversary bunting from Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom. The moat around Cinderella Castle was just drained so crew members and construction vehicles can easily reach the sides of the castle and remove the decorations. A set of stairs leading into the drained moat is surrounded by a tarp. The … Read more

Cinderella Castle Moat Draining Begins for Removal of 50th Anniversary Decorations at Magic Kingdom

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Disney has begun draining the Cinderella Castle moat in Magic Kingdom in order to safely remove the 50th anniversary decorations from the castle. The moat draining isn’t obvious yet, but there is a green dam in the water near the bridge to Tomorrowland and Fantasyland. These dams allow the water directly in front of Cinderella … Read more

50th Anniversary Messages Replaced on Walt Disney World Buses

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Walt Disney World buses are no longer displaying 50th anniversary-related messages now that “The World’s Most Magical Celebration” has officially ended. The screens on the fronts of the buses rotate between their destination and fun messages. We spotted this Magic Kingdom bus simply saying, “Magic awaits!” The 50th anniversary messages said “Celebrating 50 years of” … Read more

Golden Fab 50 Statues to Remain After End of Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary

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The 50th Anniversary decorations are set to come down beginning this weekend, but the golden Fab 50 character statues introduced as part of the celebration are expected to remain across Walt Disney World, at least for now. The removal of EARidescent décor will continue this weekend, including the phased removal of the 50th decor donning … Read more

50th Anniversary Decorations to Be Removed From Cinderella Castle Starting This Weekend

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The removal of the 50th Anniversary decorations donning Cinderella Castle will begin this weekend, as the “World’s Most Magical Celebration” comes to a close at Walt Disney World. All 50th Anniversary decor is expected to be removed across the four parks of the Walt Disney World Resort as the 18-month celebration comes to a close. … Read more

50th Anniversary Vault Collection Shop Removed from Port of Entry at EPCOT

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In a continuing resort-wide phase-out of Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary celebration, the Vault Collection overlay previously showcasing special merchandise at EPCOT’s Port of Entry has disappeared. Port of Entry Says Farewell to the 50th Anniversary The central area of the store, once featuring the Orange Bird in a centerpiece 50th display and a Mickey … Read more

PHOTOS: New Animal Kingdom Map Removes Mentions of 50th Anniversary as Celebration’s End Nears

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A new park Animal Kingdom map has made its way into the park, replacing the old “EARidescent” themed one from Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Celebration. With Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary coming to a close, lots of changes have been happening around the parks. 50th Anniversary banners have been coming down, 50th-themed offerings have … Read more

Sticker Advertising End of 50th Anniversary Pressed Penny Designs Added to Machines at Magic Kingdom

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With “The World’s Most Magical Celebration” ending this month, Disney has added stickers to the pressed penny machines in Magic Kingdom stating that 50th anniversary designs will be ending soon. The stickers are on all of the machines that have 50th anniversary designs available. They feature Mickey and friends and read “50th anniversary designs! Ending … Read more

50th Anniversary Decorations Removed From Main Street U.S.A. at Magic Kingdom

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Many of the 50th anniversary decorations have been removed from Main Street, U.S.A. at Magic Kingdom as “The World’s Most Magical Celebration” winds down. The Citizen clock, which was repainted for the 50th anniversary, has been removed. A green construction box sits where the clock used to be. The clock was on Main Street long … Read more

Walt Disney World Raises $1.5 Million for Make-A-Wish with Limited-Edition 50th Anniversary License Plates, New Castle Design Announced

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Through the sale of limited-edition commemorative 50th Anniversary license plates, the Walt Disney World Resort has been able to raise more than $1.5 million for Make-A-Wish of Central and Northern Florida. The specialty EARidescent license plates were first announced as Walt Disney World’s first-ever specialty license plate in March 2021. The commemorative design features the “EARidescent” … Read more

Walt Disney World Begins Removal of 50th Anniversary Decorations From ‘The World’s Most Magical Celebration’

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Disney has begun to remove 50th anniversary decorations from Magic Kingdom as “The World’s Most Magical Celebration” nears its end. The two giant golden 50s that previously sat in the grass next to the Cinderella Castle moat are now gone. The spot where one 50 sat is clearly visible next to the sea monster topiary … Read more