PHOTOS: NEW “Paris” Minnie Mouse Ear Headband Arrives at Walt Disney World

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Bonjour from the France Pavilion at EPCOT. Today we found these amazing new Minnie Mouse ear headbands featuring a Paris theme. These are the third Paris-themed ear headbands. Earlier this summer we found macaron ears and Eiffel Tower styles. The ear headband features a pink satin bow with tulle, sequined black ears, a pink feather, … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: EPCOT 11/20/20 (New Park Icon Oven Mitts, Shop Reopening Preparations in Italy and France Pavilions, New Stage In World ShowPlace, and More!)

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Greetings, World Travelers from another beautiful day here at EPCOT! We’re soaking in the last few days of the longest International Food & Wine Festival ever, and having all of our favorite dishes one last time before the Taste of EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays starts next week. We found some fun new things … Read more

CONCEPT ART: “Harmonious” Barges Will Act as World Showcase Fountains During Daytime at EPCOT

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During today’s EPCOT – The Magic of Possibility D23 presentation, it was revealed that the upcoming “Harmonious” barges will be out in World Showcase Lagoon at EPCOT during the daytime, as fountains to offer a special visual feature for guests. Concept art was revealed of the barges in use as daytime “show element” fountains in … Read more

PHOTOS: First Look at Guardians of the Galaxy – Cosmic Rewind Push/Pull Tests at EPCOT

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Work continues on Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind – the family-friendly “storytelling coaster” featuring a groundbreaking ride system with vehicles that rotate 360 degrees. According to Imagineer Zach Riddley, the coaster is now being put through push/pull tests, where each ride vehicle is pulled through the entirety of the track. A first look inside … Read more

New, Enhanced Custom Lighting Package Coming to Spaceship Earth at EPCOT

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The Spaceship Earth refurbishment was put on pause for the reopening of EPCOT, but during today’s EPCOT – The Magic of Possibility D23 presentation, it was revealed that Spaceship Earth will be receiving an enhanced lighting package as part of its overhaul. According to Imagineer Zach Riddley, an enhanced lighting package will be installed for … Read more

PHOTOS: NEW Resort Gingerbread 2020 Ornament Pins Debut at Walt Disney World – Featuring Figment, Moana, and More

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Even though there won’t be gingerbread houses at Walt Disney World Resort hotels this year, the popular holiday centerpieces still get their due as part of an ornament-shaped pin collection! The pins, themed to select resort hotels and EPCOT, are limited edition, with edition sizes varying depend on the resorts. Let’s take a closer look! … Read more

PHOTOS: Space 220 Entrance Sign Installed at Upcoming EPCOT Restaurant

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While we still don’t have an opening date, another major milestone in the construction of Space 220 has been reached at EPCOT. Signage is now in place near the queue for Mission: SPACE, where the entrance will be located for the restaurant. Previously, we saw a similar sign partially revealed in front of the attraction. … Read more

Walt Disney World Park Pass Availability Replenished for November & December 2020, Full Availability for Annual Passholders on New Year’s Eve

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Walt Disney World Park Passes have been replenished for part of November and most of December 2020. All four parks are now currently available for all types of guests, including Disney Resort Guests, Annual Passholders, and guests with theme park tickets, for November 29th and 30th. Most types of passes are also available throughout the … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: EPCOT 11/16/20 (JAMMitors Move To The Mill Stage, Yorkshire County Fish Shop Now Open Seven Days A Week, Troll Horns Return To Kringla Bakeri og Kafe, and More)

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Hello from another beautiful day here at EPCOT! With only a week left of the Taste of EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival, we took some time to enjoy our favorites from the Festival as we searched for what’s new around the park. We took a stroll around World Showcase and are excited to bring … Read more

PHOTO: First Look Inside Space 220 Restaurant at EPCOT

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Though Space 220 in EPCOT has no opening date, we do know that construction has been moving steadily. We spotted the restaurant’s sign back in September, and some fences came down last month. Now Disney has given us our first look inside the restaurant during the IAAPA Expo today. Guests inside the restaurant will feel … Read more

CONFIRMED: Josh D’Amaro Announces “Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure” Will Open at EPCOT in 2021

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On the heels of rumors of a delayed grand opening, Disney Parks, Experiences, and Products Chairman Josh D’Amaro has confirmed today that Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure will be opening in 2021 at the France Pavilion expansion in EPCOT. The announcement was made during today’s IAAPA Expo 2020 keynote presentation. No additional details were revealed during the … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: EPCOT 11/14/20 (Living with the Land Christmas Overlay, Innoventions Demolition, Nighttime Character Encounters, and More)

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Hello from EPCOT on yet another busy weekend! Now that The Walt Disney Company has broken the silence and admitted to an increase in park capacity, the slowly increasing crowds have a bit more of an explanation. Despite the number of guests in the park, there are still plenty of updates and developments from the … Read more

PHOTOS: Bird’s-eye View Shows Current State of “Harmonious” Nighttime Show Barge Construction Backstage at EPCOT

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We have seen glimpses of “Harmonious” construction during flights on the Disney Skyliner. Only what is above the treetops is visible from the Skyliner. Fortunately, Twitter user bioreconstruct has shared amazing aerial views of progress on the upcoming nighttime spectacular. Let’s take a closer look at what bioreconstruct was able to capture. An overview of … Read more