PHOTOS, VIDEO: Tour a 2 Bedroom Villa – Lake View at Bay Lake Tower in Disney’s Contemporary Resort

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Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort sits so close to Magic Kingdom that the walk to the theme park won’t leave you winded. These villas opened on August 4, 2009 as an addition to Disney Vacation Club. We recently booked a 2 Bedroom Villa with a view of Bay Lake, which features two bedrooms, … Read more

PHOTOS: Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort Christmas Holiday Decorations Light Up the Night at Walt Disney World

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Christmas has come to Coronado! One month after reopening to guests, Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort is ready to celebrate the holidays! The Walt Disney World Resort hotel is now welcoming holiday travelers with many festive touches. As we approach Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort, we see that the Gran Destino Tower is bathed in red and … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Modified Projection on Hogwarts Castle Spreads the Holiday Spirit at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter

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The holiday season at Universal Studios Florida spreads beyond yuletide decorations and new seasonal entertainment and cuisine. Hogwarts Castle erupts with Christmas cheer as projections depict Christmas lights, garland, bows, and a decorated tree onto the castle structure. It’s worth noting that it is a modified version and not a show, but The Wizarding World … Read more

PHOTOS: NEW Seasonal Thanksgiving Crêpe Is The Best Yet at Central Park Crêpes in Universal Studios Florida

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Central Park Crêpes provides the perfect addition to your Thanksgiving holiday with their new seasonal offering. Since many families and gatherings have downsized due to the ongoing pandemic, it’s wonderful that Universal Studios Florida brings the Thanksgiving meal to you. We reviewed every savory and sweet crêpe on the menu at this location when it … Read more

PHOTOS: New Enchanted Tiki Room, Main Street Cinema, and Sleeping Beauty Castle Ornaments at Disneyland Let You Look Inside Favorite Attractions

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Just as ornaments featuring beloved attractions and buildings recently appeared at Walt Disney World, Disneyland has joined in the holiday fun. We found two designs that have already debuted at Walt Disney World, but the third only appears at Disneyland Resort. At World of Disney, Enchanted Tiki Room, Main Street Cinema, and Sleeping Beauty Castle … Read more

PHOTOS: NEW Outdoor Social-Distanced Seating Area in Production Central at Universal Studios Florida

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Universal Studios Florida sectioned off an open space for outdoor seating in Production Central. This space seems optimal for outdoor dining with tables and umbrellas for shade. Social distancing markings remind anyone using this space to space out six feet or more. The catering truck and frozen drink kiosk indicates that food and beverages may … Read more

PHOTOS: New Mickey and Minnie Disneyland 65th Anniversary Mini Backpack by Loungefly Arrives at Downtown Disney District

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We’ve already reported that this cute mini backpack by Loungefly has been selling on shopDisney. Now the Mickey and Minnie Mouse Mini Backpack by Loungfly has hit the racks at World of Disney in Disneyland. Look at Mickey and Minnie strolling with arms joined in front of Sleeping Beauty Castle. How precious is that? The … Read more

PHOTOS: NEW “Enchanted”, “Robin Hood”, and “Pinocchio” Storybook Journals Arrive at Disneyland Resort

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Disney loves to immerse its audience in stories. Whether you’re watching a feature film, checking out the last shows on the Disney Channel, or visiting a Disney Park, the creators at Disney want you to feel like you’re in the story. Creating these storybook journals is another way to involve us in the stories we … Read more

PHOTOS: NEW Boba Fett and Maz Kanata Plush Toys Debut at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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Exploring Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge will turn up many treasures to delight fans of this popular franchise. Our latest journey to the Black Spire Marketplace brought us face to face with two adorable plush. We happily announce that Boba Fett and Maz Kanata plush toys have appeared at Star Wars: Galaxy ‘s Edge. Boba Fett … Read more

PHOTOS: Darth Vader and Yoda “Force Guidance” Kyber Crystals Now Sold in Mystery-Free Packaging at Dok-Ondar’s Den of Antiquities in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge

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Star Wars fans will be happy that Magic 8-Ball versions of Yoda and Darth Vader Kyber Crystals—now repackaged as “Force Guidance Crystals”—have arrived at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Anyone who has built their own lightsaber knows that kyber crystals can transform the color of your blade. But these Magic 8-Ball-style versions … Read more

PHOTOS: NEW Marvel Her Universe “Black Widow” Dress and Leather Jacket Swoops into Disney Parks

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Since The Avengers premiered in 2012, Black Widow has been a popular heroine for fans of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Her status as a beloved character with a powerful scissor attack resulted in her own feature film, Black Widow, coming out in 2021. Now this Black Widow dress and jacket from Her Universe has swooped … Read more

PHOTOS: NEW Peppermint Candy Minnie Mouse Loungefly Backpack Arrives at Disneyland Resort

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If you crave adorable Loungefly bags, then we’ve got some photos for you. We noticed this new Minnie Mouse bag at Downtown Disney District and couldn’t wait to share the news with you. With the holiday season quickly approaching, Disney wastes no time in offering Christmas merchandise at their theme park stores. Loungefly covered this … Read more

UPNT Weekly Recap: Parks Extend Hours on Weekends, Nighttime Spectaculars Return to Universal Studios Florida, Christmas Decorations Arrive, New “Harry Potter” Merchandise, and More

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Every week is a busy week when it comes to Universal Parks news. To help you keep up with all the updates coming out of Universal Orlando Resort and other Universal resorts around the world, here’s our Universal Parks News Today weekly recap from October 19 to October 25, 2020. Universal Orlando Resort Florida “Strike Teams” have been … Read more

PHOTOS: Tambu Lounge Expands into ‘Ohana Dining Room to Accommodate More Guests

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Everyone who’s been to Disney’s Polynesian Resort most certainly knows about ‘Ohana. The restaurant experience remains a favorite of Walt Disney World fans since its opening in 1995. While ‘Ohana has not reopened since the pandemic shutdown, its neighbor, Tambu Lounge has. With ‘Ohana still closed, Tambu Lounge has expand into ‘Ohana’s seating area to … Read more

PHOTOS: New Awning and Ride Warning Signage Added as France Pavilion Expansion Progresses at EPCOT

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The France Pavilion may not be ready as soon as we’d like, but things appears to be progressing nonetheless. Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure may not open until next year, but the rest of the expansion continues to reveal more details. Take a look at what we’ve noticed recently. Riding in our Disney Skyliner gondola, we approached … Read more

PHOTOS: Plastic Dividers Added to Slinky Dog Dash at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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Slinky Dog Dash attracts young and old fans alike to Toy Story Land for plenty of enjoyment. However, the increased capacity and long lines may be a bit problematic for the Cast Members at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, even though the parks are capped at 25% capacity. They’re tasked for the smooth operation of the ride … Read more