PHOTOS: Every Piece of New EPCOT & Spaceship Earth Merchandise at Creations Shop (with Pricing)

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New lines of EPCOT themed merchandise have debuted at Creations Shop in EPCOT. We previewed a new Spaceship Earth Light & Color line last week, but now we’ve got it all in our hands, with pricing. Spaceship Earth Light-Up Minnie Ears – $39.99 These light-up ears are rechargeable, and include a USB cable in the … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: EPCOT 9/12/21 (Camera Removed from Spaceship Earth, New Spooky Caramel-Apple Sipper, Construction, Character Sightings, and More)

PHOTO REPORT: EPCOT 9/12/2021 (Camera removed from Spaceship Earth, New Spooky Caramel-Apple Sipper, Construction, Character Sightings and More)

Hello and Happy Sunday from EPCOT! With so much excitement coming to EPCOT soon, we are soarin’ around to see what’s new. Let’s jump in! As we entered EPCOT, we quickly noticed that the camera atop of Spaceship Earth has been removed. A New Spooky Caramel-Apple Drink in a Poison Apple Sipper made its way … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (9/12/21): Buffet Dining Returns to Crystal Palace, Former Disney World President Receives Main Street Window, Shanghai Disney Resort Temporarily Closes Due to Typhoon, 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 Sunday, September 12, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

PHOTOS: Camera Removed from Atop Spaceship Earth at EPCOT

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Last month, we reported the addition of a tall camera atop Spaceship Earth at EPCOT. That camera has now been removed. We had previously theorized that the camera was temporary and intended for either promotional filming or Points of Light testing, which has been occurring recently. It seems whatever purpose the camera served has now … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: EPCOT 9/10/21 (Multiple Spaceship Earth Animatronics Missing and Malfunctioning, Mouse Gear Prepares To Say Goodbye, Disney’s Yacht Club Resort Strings Up 50th Anniversary Decor, and More)

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Hello everybody, and welcome to a gorgeous, sunny day at EPCOT! Walt Disney originally set out to make EPCOT a city of tomorrow, “A city that caters to the people as a service function. a planned, controlled community, a showcase for American industry and research, schools, cultural and educational opportunities.” EPCOT may be a bit … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (9/11/21): Disney Revamps Boarding Group System Again, Two Animatronics Missing From Spaceship Earth, New Character Details Revealed for ‘Encanto,’ 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 Saturday, September 11, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

PHOTOS: Two Animatronics Missing From Spaceship Earth at EPCOT

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Two audio animatronics are currently missing from Spaceship Earth at EPCOT. First, one of the cavemen is missing near the beginning of the ride. In Rome, this animatronic looks like he’s talking to a horse as the soldier he usually talks to is gone. Several animatronics were also non-functional. The radio announcer had his hand … 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

VIDEO: Spaceship Earth “Beacon of Magic” Nighttime Lights Testing at EPCOT

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During “The World’s Most Magical Celebration”, the four icons of Walt Disney World theme parks will become “beacons of magic”, honoring the resort’s 50th anniversary. This summer, “points of light” were installed across the face of Spaceship Earth to turn it into a beacon. Instagram user juckstapositionz has now caught the entire icon lit up … Read more

FIRST LOOK: New Spaceship Earth Merchandise Line Coming Exclusively to Creations Shop at EPCOT

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Alongside the announcement that Creations Shop would be opening on September 15 at EPCOT, Disney revealed a new line of merchandise inspired by Spaceship Earth. The “Light” line from the EPCOT Light & Color Collection will be exclusively available at Creations Shop on opening day. The line includes a light-up ear headband, bag, baseball cap, … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (8/17/21): Original Menu Returns to ‘Ohana, Cirque Du Soleil “Drawn to Life” Debut Set, Hotel Occupancy Rates Dropping Fast, First Look at Spaceship Earth “Points of Light”, 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, August 1, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

PHOTOS: First Look at Spaceship Earth “Points of Light” Illuminated at Night

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Walt Disney Imagineer Zach Riddley has shared several photos of Spaceship Earth’s new “points of light” illuminated for nighttime testing. Zach said on Instagram, “Our new lighting system for Spaceship Earth is something entirely original – a first-of-its-kind programmable LED lighting system invented by our very own Imagineers to integrate seamlessly into the iconic Spaceship … Read more

PHOTOS: Camera Installed Atop Spaceship Earth at EPCOT

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A small security-type camera has been installed atop Spaceship Earth at EPCOT. The camera is visible from the EPCOT Monorail station. It’s on a short pole sticking up from the top of the icon. The camera has a rounded lens that allows for a wide view. The camera may be to film promotional material or … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: EPCOT 8/13/21 (Restroom and Locker Area Refurbishment Completed Near Spaceship Earth, New International Food & Wine Festival Booth Previews, and More)

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Good morning and welcome to a bright and sunny day here at Walt Disney World’s beautiful EPCOT. Take a journey around the park with us today as we see just what all lies in store. Let’s jump in! Entering the park this morning, we found that multiple construction walls had come down near Spaceship Earth. … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: EPCOT 8/4/21 (New Disney Babies Alebrije Dante Plush Flies Into Mexico Pavilion, Construction Tarp Comes Down at Spaceship Earth, Kawaii: Japan’s Cute Culture Flags See a Cosmetic Update, & More)

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Hello and welcome to a rainy day at EPCOT! Join us as we traverse the weather and take a trip around the world and into the future. Let’s jump in! We started our day by hopping aboard The EPCOT Monorail. Take a birds-eye view of the many ongoing construction areas throughout the park. While walking … Read more

PHOTOS: Tall Palm Trees Return Around Spaceship Earth, Restoring Classic Look

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Almost fifteen years ago, some of the tall palm trees surrounding Spaceship Earth at EPCOT were replaced with shorter trees. The area has now been restored to its old look with the return of tall palm trees. The new trees have been planted on both sides of the EPCOT icon. The trees line the Spaceship … Read more