BREAKING: Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park Will Reopen on January 2, 2022

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Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park at Walt Disney World Resort is now officially set to reopen on January 2, 2022. Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park was supposed to close for its annual refurbishment the day after Christmas. But this has been pushed back to January 1, 2022 so that Walt Disney World has at least … Read more

BREAKING: Typhoon Lagoon Reportedly Reopening on January 2, 2022

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Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park at Walt Disney World Resort is reportedly expected to reopen on January 2, 2022. Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park was supposed to close for its annual refurbishment the day after Christmas. But this has been pushed back to January 1, 2022 so that Walt Disney World has at least one … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Disneyland Park & Disney California Adventure 5/11/21 (Heavier Crowds, First Day of Indiana Jones Adventure Virtual Queue, Grizzly River Run Reopens, and More!)

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We’re back at Disneyland Resort! Today the park hours were 9am-7pm, but they will be extended to 9am-9pm on May 14th. Join us on our trip to Disneyland and Disney California Adventure as we hop back into the magic. Arrivial Process Mickey and Friends Parking Structure opens 30 minutes before park opening. It is a … Read more

PHOTOS: “Laod Bhang” Fireworks Sign Modified at Disneyland as Cultural Sensitivity Changes Continue for Disney Parks

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As Disney works to remove cultural insensitivities from attractions like Jungle Cruise, it is also removing insensitive signs. One such sign is located in Frontierland at Disneyland. The former “Laod Bhang & Co.” fireworks sign has been repainted. The painted sign now advertises “Red Dragon & Co. Fireworks.” This is how the sign appeared before … Read more

The Haunted Mansion Will Return at Disneyland with Enhancements and “New Magic”

The Haunted Mansion at Disneyland Park was undergoing a major facelift just before the parks closed in March of 2020, but Disney has announced that the “new magic” they were working on for the attraction will debut when Disneyland reopens on April 30th, 2021. Classic and favorite attractions will begin to open at both parks—from … Read more

FIRST LOOK: NEW Minion Cafe Coming to Universal Studios Hollywood

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Universal Studios Hollywood has announced that the Minion Cafe will be opening soon. Borrowing theming cues from Super Silly Fun Land featured in Despicable Me, the dining spot will feature the zany Minions. The colorful restaurant will offer grilled cheese sandwiches, chicken, and nachos, among other options. The opening date has not been announced, but … Read more

Universal Studios Hollywood Hypes Up Annual Passholders with Email Update on Reopening

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Things are starting to get exciting in Southern California. Universal Studios Hollywood is allowed to open as soon as April 1, 2021. The theme park hasn’t announced an official reopening date yet, but the hype machine is in full swing. Instagram user thecalibae shared screenshots of the email Universal Studios Hollywood Pass Members received earlier … Read more

Josh D’Amaro Defends Reopening Walt Disney World Parks in New York Times Interview

With cast member previews of Walt Disney World’s parks already underway, Disney has faced criticism for reopening the parks in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Newly-minted President of Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Josh D’Amaro defended the reopening in an interview with The New York Times‘ Brooks Barnes. D’Amaro stated: “This is our new … Read more

PHOTOS: Tokyo Disney Resort Reopens After Historic Closure to Low Waits and Limited Capacity

Today’s the day! Tokyo Disneyland has finally returned to business after 123 days of closure, and we were lucky enough to have a friend of the site at the park today to give us an overview of the situation! Let’s take a look at what we’ve seen so far! Just like we showed over the … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Tokyo Disney Resort Previews Social Distancing Methods Ahead of July 1st Reopening

It’s almost time for Tokyo Disney Resort to return to making magic every day! But before the resort opens, a few things have to be confirmed, like safety and social distancing measures. In this effort, the Tokyo Disney Resort hosted a media event for newspapers and TV crews today, along with releasing three YouTube videos … Read more

Bon Voyage Merchandise Shop at Tokyo Disney Resort Reopening June 25th

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Tokyo Disneyland and DisneySea are reopening on July 1st, but it seems some parts of the resort are returning to business sooner. Starting tomorrow, June 25th, Bon Voyage, the park goods store outside of Tokyo Disneyland, will reopen to Guests! Bon Voyage will be open from 11am to 5pm through June 30th, except on June … Read more

Tokyo Disney Resort Reopening July 1st, 2020

At last, the 3rd park to reopen, after Shanghai, Hong Kong, the Tokyo Disney Resort has finally announced that they will return to operations on July 1st, 2020! Closed since February 29th, the two parks will reopen to Guests under severely limited capacity, with the following restrictions in place: Masks must be worn at all … Read more

PHOTOS: Universal Studios Japan Implements New COVID-19 Procedures As It Exits Soft-Opening Period

After nearly two weeks of a soft-open period open to residents of Osaka Prefecture with annual passes, Universal Studios Japan has finally exited its soft opening period, and has returned to general business. Day Guests and Annual Passholders alike are welcome to visit without reservations, provided they live in the six prefectures of the Kansai … Read more

Universal Studios Japan Reopens to Osaka Resident Annual Passholders

Today marked the momentous date in theme park history, as Universal Studios Japan became the first park to reopen following 99 days of the extended COVID-19 closure. While we aren’t able to visit yet as we don’t have anyone living in Osaka Prefecture, many fans of the park were on-site today to give a peek … Read more

PHOTOS: Ikspiari Reopens at Tokyo Disney Resort Featuring New Social Distancing Measures

As the long and choppy journey of the first wave of COVID-19 comes to a close in Japan, we’re beginning to see the resumption of businesses across the country. And while Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea are still closed for the foreseeable future, we seem to be on the way towards reopening. The state of … Read more

CONFIRMED: Universal Studios Japan Soft Opening June 8th, Reopening June 19th

Theme park history was made once again by Universal today. But this time, it was across the Pacific Ocean in Japan. As we reported earlier, Universal Studios Japan in Osaka announced today that they will be reopening their gates on June 8th to passholders, and June 19th for general guests! This makes them the first … Read more