PHOTOS: Temporary Florida Blue Lounge Opens at Restaurant Akershus in EPCOT

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Last month, we spotted signage outside Restaurant Akershus for a new corporate lounge. Today, the new Florida Blue lounge has opened at the former site of princess dining and will be open until November 20 from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. during the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival. The Akershus Royal Banquet Hall is … Read more

Groot and Rocket Raccoon to Join Disney Fab 50 Character Statues at EPCOT

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The latest reveal for the Disney Fab 50 character statue collection features Rocket Raccoon and Groot from “Guardians of the Galaxy.” A new roller coaster based on the film franchise, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, is currently under construction at EPCOT where the statues will be found. Watch the announcement video below. Imagineer Zach … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (8/27/21): Refurbishment Continues on the Sleeping Beauty Castle, BB-8 Joins the Disney Fab 50, New Pirates of the Caribbean Funko Pop Loungefly, and More

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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, August 27, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (8/26/21): Living With the Land Closed for 6th Day at EPCOT, Ferrytale Fireworks Cruises Returning to the Magic Kingdom, Disney Cruise Line Alters Fall Itineraries, and More

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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, August 26, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (8/25/21): Distribution Times Announced for Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure Boarding Groups at EPCOT, Magic Key Passes for Disneyland Resort Go On Sale, and More

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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, August 25, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

REVIEW: Limited Time Princess Week Frozen Sisters Cupcake at The Land in EPCOT

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It’s princess week here at Walt Disney World, and what better way to celebrate than with a delicious cupcake? Here at The Land pavilion in EPCOT, they have a special cupcake inspired by our two favorite princesses of Arendelle: Anna and Elsa. Sisters Cupcake- $ 5.99 Strawberry cupcake with Strawberry Filling and Strawberry Buttercream, topped … Read more

PHOTOS: “New” Rose & Crown Pub Merchandise Arrives at EPCOT

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Fans of the Rose & Crown pub in EPCOT’s U.K. Pavilion will love this merchandise, which came out just before Walt Disney World closed down in early 2020, and didn’t show back up until now. It is available at the Festival Marketplace near the Canada pavilion. Rose & Crown Beer Glass – $14.99 This glass … Read more

PHOTOS: New Halloween Light-Up Necklace, Keychain, and Ceramic Pumpkin Debut at Walt Disney World

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Halloween is on its way, and that means Halloween treats, Halloween decorations, and Halloween merchandise. We’ve seen spooky merchandise rolling out in the theme parks for the last week or so, and there have been more announcements of what’s to come on shopDisney as well. Today, we spotted a couple more pumpkin-themed items sure to … Read more

PHOTOS: Living With the Land Closed For Fourth Day in a Row at EPCOT

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Living With the Land in the Land Pavilion at EPCOT has now been closed for four days in a row. It is not currently scheduled for a refurbishment or planned closure. Cast Members are stationed outside the attraction to notify guests of the closure and direct them to other experiences. In addition to the surprise … Read more

PHOTOS: Imagineer Shares Sneak Peek at New Club Cool Entrance at EPCOT

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Imagineer Zach Riddley has given us a first look at the entrance to the newly reimagined Club Cool coming to EPCOT this summer. Riddley discussed the design influences, noting that “The Club Cool marquee uses our EPCOT World Bold font and looks amazing in bright Coke red! The façade was inspired by classic green-hued glass … Read more

EPCOT Center Drive Entrance to Parking Plaza Reopens

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Another route to the EPCOT parking toll plaza is now available, as EPCOT Center Drive has reopened. Though construction drums still line the grass beside the road, the roadwork has concluded. The road had been closed earlier this month as roadwork continues around the entrances to the park.

WDWNT Daily Recap (8/22/21): DJ Performs Closing Announcements at Magic Kingdom, Dockside Diner & Tune-in Lounge Reopen at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Living With the Land Fails to Open at EPCOT, and More

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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 Sunday, August 22, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

PHOTOS: Living With the Land Fails to Open for Two Days at EPCOT

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Living With the Land, part of The Land Pavilion at EPCOT, has failed to open for two days in a row. It is not currently scheduled for a refurbishment or planned closure. Cast Members are stationed outside the attraction to notify guests of the closure and direct them to other experiences. In addition to the … Read more

PHOTOS: Limited Release Dooney & Bourke ‘Beauty and the Beast’ MagicBand Arrives at 2021 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival

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Another piece of merchandise for EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival 2021 has arrived more than a month after the start of the event. Part of the “Beauty and the Beast” collection, a new MagicBand debuted at Pin Traders this morning. EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival “Beauty and the Beast” MagicBand – $48 The … Read more

PHOTOS: New Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Banners With Spaceship Earth Pattern Installed Inside EPCOT

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Banners for the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World were recently installed outside both EPCOT and the Magic Kingdom, but today, we had our first sighting of banners inside the park. A new version of the banner featuring the Spaceship Earth pattern has now been installed inside EPCOT. We spotted the banners around Showcase Plaza … Read more

Imagineer Gives a Closer Look at Geometric Flooring Inside Space 220 Restaurant at EPCOT

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Imagineer Zach Riddley has taken once again to Instagram to sneak a peek behind the scenes of his latest project, Space 220 Restaurant. This time, he gave a closer look at some of the flooring for the space station-themed venue. The first image reveals geometric patterns in shades of blue, as seen in the dining … Read more