PHOTO REPORT: Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure 10/23/2024 (‘Wicked’ Takeover, 2024 Collector’s Wand, and Christmas)

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Heya from Universal Orlando! Today started with nothing but “Wicked.” I then found the new 2024 collector’s wand in Hogsmeade, and Christmas decor has moved into Islands of Adventure. King Kong Lot I started my day early in the King Kong lot of Universal’s parking garage. Parking here before the parks open is usually a … Read more

PHOTOS: First Christmas Decorations Arrive at Magic Kingdom for 2023 Holiday Season

As we leave Halloween behind us, Christmas decorations are arriving at Magic Kingdom. The jack-o’-lanterns and fall banners are gone, replaced with garland, wreaths, and more adorning Main Street, U.S.A. Transportation and Ticket Center Before heading to Magic Kingdom, the Transportation and Ticket Center has a sign up for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. The … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Disney’s Hollywood Studios 12/15/22 (Christmas Decor at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort, New Anastasia Mug, ‘Willow’ Costume Displays, & More)

Good morning from a stormy Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Today a tornado watch has been issued for the Disney Parks. We were hoping the storms and rain would keep people away from the parks, but it’s very busy this morning. Today we’re planning on riding some rides and doing some shopping. We also plan on stopping … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: EPCOT 11/28/22 (Volkskunst Finally Reopens, Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure Ride Vehicle Changes, New Norway Pavilion Merchandise, & More)

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Happy Holidays! In today’s photo report, we’re exploring the neighborhoods of EPCOT. Come join us as we ride Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure, shop in Volkskunst, and more. Volkskunst has been closed since the coronavirus pandemic shut down. Today, we saw it had finally reopened. The Teddy Bear shop is still walled off and closed. A cast … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom 11/27/22 (New Ahsoka Tano Ear Headband, Kermit Loungefly Backpack, TRON Lightcycle Run Testing, & More)

Seasons greetings! The holidays are in full swing at Walt Disney World. We’re out and about at Magic Kingdom, and excited for you to follow along in today’s photo report. We’ll be finding new Loungeflys, new ear headbands, and more. Let’s get going. A quick wave to all our friends! Inside the Emporium, we found … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Disney’s Hollywood Studios & Disney Springs 11/2/22 (Star Wars Life Day 2022 Merchandise, World of Disney Holiday Merchandise and Decor Arrives, Holiday Walt Disney World Resort Pins, & More)

Bright suns from Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Today we are planning on doing some shopping at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Disney Springs. We are also going to check out the November cookie at Gideon’s Bakehouse in Disney Springs. Let’s get started. We didn’t see any new holiday decorations when we walked into Disney’s Hollywood Studios this … Read more

PHOTOS: Meet Santa & New Holiday Decor at the Disneyland Hotel

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Looks like Santa is taking a break from making toys for the holidays because you can now meet him in the lobby of the Disneyland Hotel. Santa meets “frequently” between 11:00a.m. and 4:30p.m. He has an interesting set-up as it looks like he’s sitting in a mid-century modern living room. We also ventured around the … Read more

PHOTOS: Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort is Decked Out for the Holidays

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Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort is one of many Walt Disney World Resort hotels now decorated for the 2021 holiday season. Wreaths hang from the resort’s new porte-cochère. Garland decorated with gold also hangs from the porte-cochère. The wreaths have tiny light-up orbs hanging from them. They’re also decorated with flowers, netting, and beads. Some of … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: EPCOT 11/11/21 (Christmas Decor Arrives Early, Journey of Water Takes Shape, World Discovery Construction Picks Up The Pace, & More)

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Good morning from a merry and bright EPCOT! Christmas decor has arrived a little early this year, so we’re decking the halls of the Spaceship Earth ball! Garlands, trees, wreaths, and more are all around the park. Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind receives more paint on the arms of the attraction building as it … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom 11/3/21 (Spear Sign Removed From Jingle Cruise Boat, PhilarMagic Receives A New Blue Sign, Holiday Pins & Patches, & More)

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The ferryboats recently installed red and green lights on the second levels to match the ones on top of the ramp at the Magic Kingdom dock. More holiday wreaths, garlands, and festive window displays were added to Main Street U.S.A. Mickey’s “Really Swell” Coffee arrived at the Main Street Confectionery to help perk up any … Read more

PHOTOS: Christmas Ornament Decorations Arrive at Echo Lake in Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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Christmas ornaments can now be seen floating on Echo Lake in Disney’s Hollywood Studios as we approach the winter holidays. The colorful ornaments are drifting in the lake near Gertie the dinosaur. The ornaments are actually tethered so they don’t start roaming the lake and bumping into each other. These ornaments are classic decorations that … Read more