Walt Disney Company In Talks With Real Estate Developer for New Age-Restricted Community in Lake Nona, Florida

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Disney has reportedly begun talks with Lake Nona real estate developer Tavistock to create an age-restricted community within Sunbridge, according to the Orlando Business Journal. No details as to the size or construction timeline are available yet. This development comes after the news that 2,000 Cast Members are being relocated to the upcoming Lake Nona … Read more

BREAKING: Disney Reaches Agreement with Unions, Unionized Cast Members Will Be Required to Be Vaccinated Against COVID-19

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In a statement released today by the Services Trade Council, it was announced that Disney has reached an agreement with the unions to require Cast Members to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. “Employees with medical conditions or sincerely held religious beliefs will be eligible to apply for an accommodation through a negotiated process. This process … Read more

Biometric Fingerprint Scans Resume at Walt Disney World

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As reported yesterday, biometric fingerprint scanning has resumed at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. To enter the park, you must place your finger on the scanner after tapping in with your ticket or MagicBand. Biometric scanning also returned to Disney’s Blizzard Beach water park today, and we expect to see it roll out to the rest of … Read more

Attractions Announced For Early Theme Park Entry at Walt Disney World

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In addition to Extended Evening Hours, Walt Disney World will also be launching Early Theme Park Entry for resort hotel guests starting October 1. We now know what attractions will be available during these early hours. Magic Kingdom “it’s a small world” Astro Orbiter Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin Dumbo the Flying Elephant Mad Tea … Read more

CONCEPT ART: Story Details Revealed for “The Princess and the Frog” Retheming of Splash Mountain

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To kick off the celebrations for World Princess Week, Disney has released more details about the upcoming “The Princess and the Frog” retheme of Splash Mountain at both Disneyland and the Magic Kingdom. Imagineers are working on developing the new concept and divulged some of the behind-the-scenes inspirations. “Tiana is an ambitious and resilient woman, … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (8/22/21): DJ Performs Closing Announcements at Magic Kingdom, Dockside Diner & Tune-in Lounge Reopen at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Living With the Land Fails to Open 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 Sunday, August 22, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

PHOTOS: Living With the Land Fails to Open for Two Days at EPCOT

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Living With the Land, part of The Land Pavilion at EPCOT, has failed to open for two days in a row. It is not currently scheduled for a refurbishment or planned closure. Cast Members are stationed outside the attraction to notify guests of the closure and direct them to other experiences. In addition to the … Read more

VIDEO: New DJ Making Closing Announcements from Main Street Train Station at Magic Kingdom, ‘Kiss Goodnight’ Has Yet to Return

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When nighttime spectaculars returned to the Magic Kingdom, many fans had hoped to see the “Kiss Goodnight,” the closing announcement and changing castle lights, return as well. It did not, but now Disney has added a new way to say goodbye with an uncostumed DJ making announcements from atop the Main Street Train Station. See … Read more

PHOTOS: New Trick-or-Treat Pumpkin Mickey Bucket, Glow Spinner, and Halloween Long-Sleeved Shirt Haunt Walt Disney World

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Even though the calendar still says August, it’s Halloween time at Walt Disney World. The seemingly never-ending cascade of spooky merchandise has brought three new offerings for the season! Mickey Mouse Trick-or-treat Bucket — $24.99 If you want the coolest candy container on your block, be sure to check out this trick-or-treat pumpkin bucket shaped … Read more

PHOTOS: Canopy Prep Continues on TRON Lightcycle Run at Magic Kingdom

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Exterior construction of TRON Lightcycle / Run is currently focused on preparing for the canopy to be installed. Metal rods are being placed on top of the white framework. The show building was closed during today’s construction. A couple of crew members were working atop the bare structure next to the coaster. Most other crew … Read more