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PHOTOS: Tarps Removed From Exterior, Front Desk Relocated, and Curtains Up Around The Wave… of American Flavors Inside Disney’s Contemporary Resort

July 22, 2021

Many changes are afoot at Disney’s Contemporary Resort as refurbishments continue; tarps have been removed from the building’s exterior, curtains are up around The Wave… of American Flavors, and the Front Desk has been temporarily relocated to the 2nd floor. While the rooms of Disney’s Contemporary Resort are rethemed to “The Incredibles,” tarps have been … Read more

PHOTOS: Disney Parks Exclusive Crocs Jibbitz Released at Walt Disney World

July 22, 2021

Crocs have truly taken off in popularity, especially over the past year. Spotted inside of Once Upon a Time on Sunset Boulevard at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, we came across a new set of Jibbitz Charms themed to the Disney Parks. Disney Parks Crocs Jibbitz Charms – $17.99 The set comes with 5 charms in total, … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Disney Listens! Master Gracey Portrait Laid to Eternal Rest in the Proper Direction at The Haunted Mansion in Magic Kingdom

July 22, 2021

An oval portrait of a skeletal figure, known as the Master Gracey Portrait, is displayed in an ornate gilded frame, set against a backdrop of orange drapery and dark patterned wallpaper.

Our efforts have paid off, and the portrait of Master Gracey is once again facing left at The Haunted Mansion! Earlier this month, after 14 long years, Imagineers had fixed this portrait to display its original orientation. Then, just a day later, the portrait was switched back to facing right. The portrait faced right from … Read more

PHOTOS: “Ariel’s Grotto” Entrance Sign Removed from Magic Kingdom

July 22, 2021

The entrance sign to meet Ariel in her grotto at the Magic Kingdom has been mysteriously removed. Pictured above is the sign previously in place as guests entered the queue. Now, the area is even more empty. While the main entrance sign has been removed, the Stand-by and Fastpass+ entrance displays still remain. A rusted … Read more

Golden Figment Statue Coming To EPCOT as Part of “Disney Fab 50” Collection

July 22, 2021July 22, 2021

Disney just announced that “The World’s Most Magical Celebration” will be expanding into the Orlando International Airport to immerse travelers in the magic from the moment they arrive in Orlando. Featured in their announcement is a golden character statue we have yet to see until now: Figment. Figment’s statue will greet guests at EPCOT, although … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (7/21/21): Happily Ever After & EPCOT Forever to be Retired, More Entertainment Returns to Walt Disney World, New Sign at the Jungle Cruise, and More

July 21, 2021

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, July 21, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Creations Shop Testing Multicolored Lighting at EPCOT

July 21, 2021

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On our way out of EPCOT this beautiful Florida evening, we noticed multicolored lighting testing inside Creations Shop, which is set to open this summer. We caught our first glimpse of the lights near the future entrance to Creations Shop. The color changed in waves, from cool blues and greens to warm pinks and oranges. … Read more

PHOTOS: Ramp Construction Continues to Move Along on World Drive Near Magic Kingdom

July 21, 2021

Construction continues each day on World Drive near the Magic Kingdom as workers move diligently to complete a new ramp to help improve traffic flow around the Magic Kingdom. Traffic directions can be slightly confusing during the construction, with areas closed off. These particular ramps will connect the Car Care Center to Magic Kingdom parking. … Read more

Cast Members Offering Guests Golf Cart Rides to Their Cars as Parking Lot Trams Remain Out of Service

July 21, 2021

Cast Members were offering guests a ride back to their vehicles via golf cart after exiting EPCOT this evening. The trams that used to transport to and from their cars have been out of service since March 2020. This offering is likely temporary. We reported earlier this year that the trams will likely return soon, … Read more

Lumiere and Cogsworth Statues Coming to Magic Kingdom as Part of “Disney Fab 50”

July 21, 2021

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Two more statues have been revealed for the “Disney Fab 50” around Walt Disney World! Lumiere and Cogsworth will be coming to the Magic Kingdom. Susan Egan, the original Belle from “The Beauty and the Beast” on Broadway, introduced the new golden statues. The statues are part of an upcoming set of 50 golden characters … Read more

PHOTOS: Final Fragments of Tomorrowland 1994 “Gear” Pavement Remain as Refurbishment Continues at Magic Kingdom

July 21, 2021

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We recently shared that the beloved gear on the pathway to Tomorrowland had been scored to be removed, and our most recent update confirmed it is almost completely gone from the bridge in the last few steps of the pavement’s refurbishment. Previously, scoring was across the entire underpass of the Tomorrowland sign stretching across the … Read more

Walt Disney World Replenishes Park Pass Reservations for 50th Anniversary

July 21, 2021July 21, 2021

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Walt Disney World has once again replenished park passes for the resort’s 50th anniversary on October 1 and the dates surrounding it. All parks are available for theme park ticket holders. All parks are also available for select resort guests. Previously Magic Kingdom was unavailable for Annual Passholders, but it has now thankfully opened back … Read more

BREAKING: Beauty and the Beast – Live on Stage, Turtle Talk with Crush, Monsters Inc. Laugh Floor, and Wonderful World of Animation Return Dates Announced for Walt Disney World

July 21, 2021

Starting August 1, the “Wonderful World of Animation” will return to Disney’s Hollywood Studios. This cinematic nighttime experience leverages projection mapping technology to transform the park’s iconic Chinese Theater on a magical journey through more than 90 years of Disney animation. On August 15, a tale as old as time will return to Theater of … Read more

PHOTOS: New Artfully Evil, Magical Comics, and Disney Rewards 2021 Pins Arrive at Walt Disney World

July 21, 2021

New exclusive pins have made their way to Frontier Trading Post in the Magic Kingdom featuring beloved animated characters. Limited Edition Artfully Evil Yzma Pin – $19.99 Yzma from “The Emperor’s New Groove” returns for another style of the Artfully Evil pin. Only 3000 units are available of this design. Limited Edition Magical Comics “The … Read more

PHOTOS: Cavalcade Show Times Now Listed On Digital Boards in Magic Kingdom and on My Disney Experience App

July 21, 2021

Since traditional parades have still not returned to Walt Disney World, guests are always eager to spot a Character Cavalcade coming through the park to entertain. Catching these performances is now easier than ever, as Disney has posted show times on Digital Boards around the Magic Kingdom, as well as in the My Disney Experience … Read more

PHOTOS: Spears and Mask Removed, Navigation Co. Logo Added to Updated Entrance Sign at Jungle Cruise in Magic Kingdom

July 21, 2021

The Jungle Cruise continues to provide more updates for adventurous skippers visiting the Magic Kingdom. The latest change greets guests just as the enter the main queue, as a freshly modified sign has been posted. Pictured here is a photo of the former sign. The letters were filled in with red paint and rest on … Read more