New Italy Pavilion Lug Backpack, Tumbler, and More at EPCOT

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The new Italy Pavilion merchandise collection available at EPCOT now includes a Lug backpack, tumbler, bottle opener magnet, and mug. Italy Pavilion Lug Backpack – $95 The padded front panel of the backpack is solid red. It features Mickey Mouse, wearing red shorts and a striped shirt, raising a boater hat in the air. “Italy … Read more

New Italy Pavilion Ear Headband, Hoodie, and More Arrive at EPCOT

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Say “ciao!” to a new collection of merchandise we found in EPCOT’s Italy Pavilion featuring Mickey, Minnie, and quintessential Italian fun. Italy Pavilion Hoodie – $59.99 This new hoodie is half sage green and half cream, giving a bit of a subtle nod to the green and white found in the Italian flag. The sleeves … Read more

PHOTOS: Set-Up Begins at EPCOT World Showcase Pavilions for New Year’s Eve Dance Parties

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Trusses have been erected in the United Kingdom and Italy Pavilions of EPCOT for New Year’s Eve 2023 celebrations. Both pavilions usually host dance parties for the occasion. U.K. Pavilion Prepares for New Year’s Eve Arched trusses have been installed in planters at the back of the U.K. Pavilion, in front of the gazebo where … Read more

VIDEO: Guest Jumps from Italy Pavilion Bridge Into World Showcase Lagoon ‘For a Bet’ at EPCOT

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A man jumped from the Italy Pavilion bridge into the World Showcase Lagoon at EPCOT in several videos shared on social media, reportedly “for a bet.” Man Jumps From Italy Bridge Into Water at EPCOT In a TikTok shared by @DisFamilyAdventures, a man is shown jumping from the Italy bridge into the water of the … Read more

More New Mickey & Minnie Italy Pavilion Merchandise Arrives at EPCOT

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In August, we reported on a new Mickey and Minnie-themed Italy Pavilion collection at EPCOT. Today, we spotted more items in this collection are now available. You can find all of these items in the Italy Pavilion in World Showcase. Italy Pavilion Pot Holder – $14.99 This Italy Pavilion-themed pot holder is white with orange … Read more

REVIEW: EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival’s New Italy Menu for 2023 is ‘A Small Step Above SpaghettiOs’

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For the 2023 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival, the Italy marketplace has returned with an entirely new food menu. This tends to be par for the course for this marketplace, as many of the dishes are usually flawed. However, we were a little sad to see the panna cotta offered last year didn’t return, … Read more

Free Disney100 LEGO Set on Offer with Select Purchase, New Music-Themed 100 Years of Wonder Merchandise at Walt Disney World, and More: Daily Recap (6/25/23)

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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 Sunday, June 25, 2023. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more

New Stitch Devouring Gingerbread, and Italy Pavilion Gondolier Mickey Mouse Holiday Ornaments at Walt Disney World

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We’ve spotted two new holiday ornaments around Walt Disney World: Santa Stitch and Italian gondolier Mickey Mouse. Let’s take a look. Santa Stitch Gingerbread Cookie Ornament — $24.99 We found this ornament in Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe inside Magic Kingdom. The ornament features Stitch, wearing a Santa Claus hat and devouring a gingerbread man cookie. … Read more

Lights & Truss Towers Erected For Return of New Year’s Eve Dance Parties at EPCOT

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A number of lights have been affixed to truss towers and placed throughout World Showcase ahead of EPCOT’s New Years Eve celebration this Sunday evening. “Cheers to the New Year: A Sparkling Celebration” will bring DJs and dance parties to the U.K., Italy, Japan, and China Pavilions around EPCOT’s World Showcase. A first look at … Read more

Hours Extended at Walt Disney World, Italy Booth Finally Sells Edible Food, New BoardWalk Deli to Open this Summer, & More: Daily Recap (7/15/22)

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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 Friday, July 15, 2022. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more

REVIEW: After Years of Inedible Food, Italy Introduces New Menu for 2022 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival and One Item Was Actually Good

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Back for another year at the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival is the Italy marketplace. For any avid reader of WDWNT, you may remember that we’ve never had good luck with any food to come out of the Italy booth. However, we’re here, and with a menu full of new items, we’re ready to … Read more

REVIEW: The Legacy of Terrible Italian Food Lives On at L’Arte di Mangiare for the 2022 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts

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EPCOT describes L’Arte di Mangiare as “indulge in Baroque cuisine, prepared with rich color and dramatic flavor.” This year, the food studio returns with an entirely new food menu, and while we aren’t typically fans of the Italy food kitchens for festivals, we’re still going to try all the new items (mostly so you don’t … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: EPCOT 9/6/21 (Labor Day Sees Incredibly Low Crowds, Test Track Stat Station Reopens, Even More Construction Walls Pop Up, and More)

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“Laughter is timeless, imagination has no age, and dreams are forever.” -Walt Disney Good morning world travelers! Join us on another bright and sunny day as we prepare to journey around EPCOT! We discovered some interesting things today and even found a few pals along the way, so let’s jump in!  Although we were expecting … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: EPCOT 8/24/21 (Princess and the Frog Re-Theme Takes Over Family Play Zone, Tons of New World Princess Week Desserts Debut, Living With The Land Remains Closed, and More)

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Hallo, Nǐ hǎo, or simply hello! Welcome to another wonderful day at EPCOT! Join us today as we travel around and discover just what the day has in store for us. Let’s jump in! We journeyed over to Family Play Zone, which we discovered has been re-themed into a Princess and the Frog recreational area. … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: EPCOT 8/18/21 (Crepes des Chefs de France Booth Completely Removed from France Pavilion, More Walls Go Up at Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, New Walt Disney World Marble iPhone Case Debuts, and More)

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Good morning and welcome to another wonderful day at EPCOT! Join us as we journey around the world and discover just what adventures await us today. Let’s jump in! We took a trip around the EPCOT Monorail line to get a birds-eye view of the many ongoing construction areas inside the park. This brand new … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: EPCOT 8/11/21 (Mickey Mouse Takes a Swim Over at The Seas with Nemo & Friends, Garden Railway in Germany Gets Into The International Food & Wine Festival Spirit, Brand New Merchandise Debuts, and More)

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Welcome world travelers to another beautiful day at EPCOT! Join us today as we venture throughout the park and discover just what’s in store for us. Let’s jump in! We started off our day by taking a trip on the EPCOT monorail line, where we got some great views of the ongoing construction around the … Read more