PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom 4/28/21 (Anniversary Sign Hardware Installed On Cinderella Castle, “Jungle Cruise” Hut Removed, EPCOT Monorail Entrance Painted, New Loungefly Wristlet, and More)

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Hello from a bright and beautiful day at the Magic Kingdom! It wasn’t the craziest day we’ve had in a park, but we still found some exciting things to show you. Let’s get started! While passing through the Transportation and Ticket Center on our way to the park, we noticed that the EPCOT monorail entrance … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (4/28/21): Orange County Reduces Physical Distance and Mask Mandate, First Look Inside Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser Restaurant, New Gelateria Menu & Sign 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 Wednesday, April 28, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

PHOTOS: Cinderella Vignettes Completely Refurbished on Prince Charming Regal Carrousel at Magic Kingdom

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As one of the park’s classic original rides, Prince Charming Regal Carrousel is being refurbished ahead of Magic Kingdom’s 50th anniversary. The vignette images from Cinderella have now all been restored. Each image is slightly raised and surrounded by gold leaf. The gold leaf has also been restored to its former glory. The images tell … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom 4/10/21 (On-Ride Photos Get Watermarks, Weighted Peoplemover Testing, Refurbishment Projects All Around, and More)

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Greetings from Walt Disney World on another Spring Break weekend! We’re at the Magic Kingdom today, checking up on a variety of projects ahead of the resort’s 50th anniversary. There’s a lot going on inside — and in the case of one project, outside — the park as we are less than six months away … Read more

PHOTOS: Prince Charming Regal Carrousel Shines as Gold Leaf Restoration Continues at Magic Kingdom

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Like much else in Fantasyland, Prince Charming Regal Carrousel is undergoing some refurbishments in advance of the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World. The vignettes from Cinderella are surrounded by gold leaf embellishments, which are currently being carefully restored. Two of the refreshed vignettes are pictured above. The restored gold leaf is shiny and bright. … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom 3/31/21 (Painting Progresses on Cinderella Castle, New Friar’s Nook Menu, New MaDe Items, and More)

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Hello from another hot day at the Magic Kingdom! Cooler temperatures are coming, but they aren’t here just yet. In the meantime, we slathered on some sunscreen and took a look at what might be new here for us to show you. Let’s get started! It was a busy day for construction updates in the … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom 3/29/21 (Confectionery Shuttered, Main Street Cinema & Box Office Gifts Reopen, Casey Jr. Splash ‘n’ Soak Station Refurbishment, New Rainbow Minnie Ears, and More)

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Hello from a lovely but overcast day here at the Magic Kingdom! It was thankfully finally a little cooler here in central Florida, and we took full advantage of the beautiful weather to come check out this magical park and whatever might be new there. Let’s get started! Upon entering the park, we found The … Read more

PHOTOS: Gold Leaf Restoration Underway on Prince Charming Regal Carrousel for Magic Kingdom’s 50th Anniversary

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Many attractions and shops in Magic Kingdom are being refurbished in time for the park’s 50th anniversary on October 1, 2021. It seems Prince Charming Regal Carrousel is next on the list. The top of the carrousel features images from Disney’s Cinderella, and it looks like these are being replaced and the gold leaf surrounding … Read more

PHOTOS: Makeshift Extended Queues, Hours-Long Waits and More as Holiday Crowds Descend Upon the Magic Kingdom

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As we enter Columbus Day weekend, we’re once again noticing bigger crowds and longer wait times at Magic Kingdom. In Fantasyland, The Barnstormer has opened an extended queue in the currently closed Fantasyland Station. Dumbo the Flying Elephant had reached a moderate wait time of twenty minutes. Under the Sea – Journey of the Little … Read more

A Complete Guide to the Reopening of the Magic Kingdom

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For the first time in nearly four months, the Magic Kingdom is once again welcoming guests at Walt Disney World. Of course, in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, major changes have been made to the park experience, including temperature screenings, mandatory face masks, social distancing, and more. If you’re planning a visit, or if you … Read more

PHOTOS: Prince Charming Regal Carrousel Reopens in the Magic Kingdom with Numbered Sections and New Protocols for Social Distancing

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Royal greetings from Fantasyland! We’re back in the Magic Kingdom and exploring the regal land, while also taking note of the new park protocols amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. Our next stop is Prince Charming Regal Carrousel, which has implemented some new procedures to help keep guests, cast members, and horses safe on the attraction. Let’s … Read more

REVIEW: New “Cinderella 70th Anniversary” Additions Bring Enchantment to Early Morning Magic at the Magic Kingdom

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Tuesday, February 12th brought about the first day of the new “Cinderella 70th Anniversary” version of Early Morning Magic – Fantasyland at the Magic Kingdom. You may recall that we reviewed this event when it last changed in December 2018, adding more attractions and a revamped breakfast. Early Morning Magic began back in the Spring … Read more

PHOTOS: New Disney Parks Collection Jewelry Featuring Swarovski Crystals Arrives at Walt Disney World

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A whole new world of Disney Parks Collection Jewelry featuring Swarovski crystals has arrived at MouseGear in EPCOT. Themed to Frozen snowflakes and a slew of Fantasyland favorites, you’ll definitely want to check out these giftable boxed jewelry sets. See the full line below! Snowflake Necklace – $29.99 While there’s nothing here noting a specific … Read more

Two Elderly Guests Fell and Were Hospitalized Getting Off and On Rides at the Magic Kingdom

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The Orlando Sentinel has released a summary of injuries and incidents that have occurred at major theme parks in the last quarter (January through March). Theme parks normally self-disclose and incidents that require at least 24-hour hospitalization to remain transparent with guests… and avoid state inspections. Among the injuries listed are a 69-year-old man who … Read more