Alicia, Author at WDW News Today

PHOTOS: First Look at Signage for La Creperie de Paris in the France Pavilion Expansion at EPCOT

September 6, 2020

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Alicia

Growing up a native Floridian, I've been visiting the parks since I was three months old. I love all things Winnie the Pooh, Hidden Mickey hunting, and dole whips. Questions or comments? Email me at alicia@wdwnt.com or find me on Instagram @aliciaj_13

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Every day brings a new update to the upcoming France Pavilion expansion at EPCOT. Most recently, we’ve seen that landscaping has started around the pavilion, beginning to bring it to life. Then, today the signage for La Creperie de Paris appeared! The sign for the establishment is done in a classic French style, with the … Read more

FULL Disney Park Pass Availability Replenished for All Guests on Labor Day; Disney’s Hollywood Studios Available Once Again for Resort Guests Through Sept. 11

September 6, 2020

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This morning we checked out the Disney Park Pass Availability calendar, surprised to see how many dates were already unavailable for guests throughout September and especially around Halloween. A second look at the calendar this afternoon, however, has brought some changes from this morning. Theme Park Ticket Guests Disney Resort Guests Annual Passholders A notable … Read more

Universal Studios Florida, Islands of Adventure, and Volcano Bay Theme Parks Close at Capacity for Second Day in a Row Due to Labor Day Weekend Crowds

September 6, 2020

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We’re on the second day of our long Labor Day weekend, and it seems the crowds have come out in full force to Universal Orlando Resort. Yesterday, the parks closed due to capacity (though we were able to still enter Universal Studios Florida) and it seems today the resort is experiencing the same heavy influx … Read more

PeopleMover Refurbishment Extended Through November at the Magic Kingdom

September 6, 2020

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The Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover, a favorite attraction among guests at the Magic Kingdom, was officially moved to the refurbishment list back in August. At the time, the refurbishment calendar only listed the attraction being closed through October 31st, 2020. However, it seems the refurbishment is going to last a bit longer, with the new … Read more

Disney Springs Currently at Capacity Due to Labor Day Weekend Crowds

September 5, 2020

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Heading into Labor Day weekend, we knew the parks were going to be crowded. Universal Orlando Resort had to close due to capacity, and signage appeared at Walt Disney World warning guests that they needed a Theme Park Reservation to enter the parks, and Park Passes were no longer available for today. Now, it appears … Read more

PHOTO: Disney Park Pass Reservations All Booked for Today, New Signage Indicates Full Capacity at All 4 Walt Disney World Theme Parks

September 5, 2020September 5, 2020

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As we expected, Labor Day weekend has brought the crowds to both Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando Resort. Wait times have been longer than we’re used to seeing for attractions, and the crowd levels are high around the theme parks in the Orlando area. While Universal Orlando has actually reached capacity, it seems Walt … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Jurassic Park Bypass Bridge Opens to Guests, Offering Rare Up-Close Views of “Velocicoaster” Track at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

September 5, 2020

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It’s a special day at Universal’s Islands of Adventure as the bridge that connects The Lost Continent and the Jurassic Park areas has reopened. This bypass bridge is typically used when the park is running at a high capacity, much like today. With access to the bridge, we’re being treated to some brand new views … Read more

BREAKING: Universal Studios Florida, Islands of Adventure, and Volcano Bay Theme Parks All Currently Closed at Capacity

September 5, 2020

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We anticipated heavy crowds as we entered into the long weekend for Labor Day, and we watched as additional queue space was set up around the Universal Orlando Resort theme parks during the week in preparation for guests. It seems the additional measures were warranted, as all three Universal Orlando Resort theme parks: Universal Studios … Read more

UPNT Weekly Recap: More Reopenings at CityWalk Hollywood, Velociraptors on the “Velocicoaster,” New Scary Foods from the Halloween Horror Nights Tribute Store, #HHNForever Playlist, and More!

August 30, 2020

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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 August 23-30, 2020. Universal Orlando Resort Universal Orlando Resort has just released a new … Read more

WDWNT Weekly Recap: Halloween Decor Coming to the Magic Kingdom, “Onward” Popcorn Bucket Arrives at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Trading Post Merchandise Comes to Target, and More!

August 30, 2020

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Every week is a busy week when it comes to Disney news. To help you keep up with all the updates coming out of Walt Disney World and other Disney resorts, here’s WDWNT’s weekly recap of the Disney news from August 23-30, 2020. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom Social distancing markers for the character cavalcades … Read more

PHOTOS: New Mickey Mouse Collection from Herschel Supply Co. Coming to Lazada September 9

August 30, 2020

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On September 9th a new collection of bags from Herschel Supply Co., in collaboration with Disney, will be releasing exclusively through Lazada, a Southeast Asian website. The title of the collection is, “Mickey Past/Future.” Taking a look at the website, we can see that there will be several different styles of bags available, ranging from … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Every Piece of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Trading Post Merchandise Available at Target (with Prices!)

August 30, 2020

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Today is the big day as the Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Trading Outpost merchandise collection has officially come to Target stores. This collection is full of toys, plush, home goods, droids, and even Lightsabers, so let’s head inside and take a look at everything this new collection has to offer. After entering the store, we … Read more

Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance Boarding Groups Fail to Distribute at 10AM, Distribution Times Altered for Remainder of Today

August 30, 2020

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This morning many eager guests entered into Disney’s Hollywood Studios, ready to secure their Boarding Groups in order to ride Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance. Unfortunately, Boarding Groups failed to distribute on the My Disney Experience app for the 10 AM slot, which is the first of the day. This has left Boarding Group … Read more

VIDEO: R5 Droid Haggles with Finn, Fights Over Doors, and Resistance Radio Chatter Fills Minutes of Time During Pauses in Movement on Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance

August 29, 2020

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Your vehicle coming to a stop on Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance in Disney’s Hollywood Studios isn’t uncommon, but while you might feel the end of your journey may be near thanks to a common breakdown of the ride, sometimes you may experience some moments that not every guest gets to. This evening during … Read more

UPDATE: “Mulan” to be Made Available to all Disney+ Subscribers Starting December 4

August 29, 2020

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Earlier this evening, we learned that the live-action Mulan would be made available to all Disney+ subscribers in the United Kingdom market starting December 4th. Now, according to Screenrant, not only will the film be made available to everyone in the United Kingdom, but it will be free for all subscribers in all markets. Mulan … Read more

“Mulan” to be Made Available to all Disney+ Subscribers in the UK Starting December 4

August 29, 2020

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Disney’s live-action Mulan will be coming to all United Kingdom Disney+ subscribers beginning December 4th. In a post from @ED92 on Twitter, we can see a screenshot of the Mulan Disney+ page, where it reads, “watch before its release to all Disney+ subscribers on December 4, 2020.” Up until now, we were under the impression … Read more

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