PHOTOS: Walt Disney World Testing Social Distancing Markers for Character Cavalcades

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While taking a stroll down Main Street, U.S.A in the Magic Kingdom today, we noticed some new tape markers had been placed along one side of the street. These appear to be temporary, so it’s likely we’ll see permanent markers pop up in the parks by tomorrow or in the coming days. These taped “X” … Read more

UPNT Weekly Recap: Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure Experiences Downtime at Islands of Adventure, Central Park Crepes Opens in Universal Studios Florida and More

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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 9-16, 2020. Universal Orlando Resort Universal Orlando has made some modifications … Read more

PHOTOS, REVIEW: Tambu Lounge Reopens with a Brand New Food Menu and Classic, Fan-Favorite Drinks at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

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Starting today at 4 PM, the beloved Tambu Lounge reopened at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, and we had to swing by to get ourselves a Backscratcher! If you plan on visiting, do note that Tambu Lounge is open from 4 PM to 11 PM. Let’s head into the bar area and see what modifications have … Read more

WDWNT Weekly Recap: Retro Lucite Pylons Added to the New EPCOT Entrance Fountain, Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance Experiences Downtime After Massive Lightning Strike, Tons of New Merchandise, and More

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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 9-16, 2020. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom Earlier in the week, “it’s a small … Read more

PHOTOS: New “The Nightmare Before Christmas” Light-Up Mickey Ears, Leggings, Hats, Tees, and More Arrive at Walt Disney World

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We learned recently that there would be a new collection hitting the Disney Parks themed around “Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas,” and it seems some of the items are starting to trickle in. Let’s take a look at all of the new spooky new merchandise! The Nightmare Before Christmas Dress with Pockets – $39.99 … Read more

Select Walt Disney World In-Park Restaurants Still Accepting Reservations After Park Close Despite Reduced Hours Starting September 8

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Beginning September 8, park hours are to be cut across all four Walt Disney World theme parks. However, it seems some dining locations may still be operational after the parks initially close. In the Magic Kingdom, which will close at 6 PM starting in September, Be Our Guest Restaurant and Liberty Tree Tavern are both … Read more

PHOTOS: NEW Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway Chuuby Bird MagicBand Flutters Into Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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Chuuby, the breakout star of Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway, has been receiving lots of merchandise love lately in the form of a phone case, a magnet, and even a pair of socks! However, it seems the new merchandise for this adorable bird can’t be stopped as we found a new MagicBand themed around him … Read more

Check Restaurant Wait Times and Dining Availability with NEW Mobile Dine Waitlist Service Coming to the My Disney Experience App at Walt Disney World

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The My Disney Experience app will soon be equipped with a new feature that will allow guests to check wait times at restaurants throughout Walt Disney World and add parties of 7 guests or less to the walk-up waitlist, if available. This new Mobile Dine Walk-Up Waitlist service is being rolled out to the My Disney … Read more

PHOTOS: NEW “The Haunted Mansion” Singing Busts MagicBand Materializes at Walt Disney World

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“When the crypt doors creak, and the tombstones quake, spooks come out for a singing wake!” Celebrate your love of The Haunted Mansion and its iconic music with this brand new MagicBand we found at Mouse Gear in EPCOT! On one half of the MagicBand, we have the classic Haunted Mansion plaque, set against a … Read more

VIDEO: “it’s a small world” at the Magic Kingdom Currently Open With No Music

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Love it or hate it, we all know the words to “it’s a small world” and find ourselves singing along while riding the attraction. Except for today, where it seems guests at the Magic Kingdom are experiencing “it’s a small world” without any music at all. Thanks to Twitter user @bethawho, she caught a video … Read more

Walt Disney World Outlines Annual Passholder Refund and Extension Details Ahead of August 11 Deadline

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August 11th is the deadline to cancel your Walt Disney World Annual Pass, and to help guests make their decision on how they want to proceed, a push notification went out via the My Disney Experience app to discuss all of the Annual Pass options. Let’s take a look a the various options that are … Read more

PHOTOS: Video Globe Fully Functioning Again in Project Tomorrow at EPCOT; “Send a Postcard” Kiosks Still Shut Down

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During a recent visit to Project Tomorrow, located at the exit to Spaceship Earth in EPCOT, we noticed that all of the effects for the futuristic games, “Send a Postcard” touch kiosks, as well as the video globe in the center, had been turned off. During a late-night trip to the future this evening, we … Read more

Teppan Edo Scheduled to Reopen on August 24 at the Japan Pavilion in EPCOT

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Teppan Edo, located in EPCOT’s World Showcase Japan Pavilion, is preparing to reopen on August 24th, 2020. At this restaurant, Teppan chefs prepare traditional Japanese dishes right at your table. Since EPCOT reopened to the public on July 15, Teppan Edo has remained closed. While the reopening date is not yet listed on the Walt … Read more

PHOTOS: Disney Parks Exclusive Version of Jungle Cruise Adventure Board Game Released at Disney World

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Looking to bring some adventure to your next game night? Then look no further than this very special Disney Parks edition of the Jungle Cruise Adventure Game. This board game, created by Ravensburger, originally was released on June 1st, 2020. However, this version of the game is slightly different than the one you can purchase … Read more

Peoplemover at the Magic Kingdom Now Officially Closed Through Halloween

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The Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover, a favorite attraction among guests at the Magic Kingdom, has officially be moved to the refurbishment list. When visiting the Walt Disney World webpage for the attraction, it is noted at the bottom of the page that the attraction is temporarily unavailable and closed for refurbishment. The date for the … Read more

Marathon’s Speedway Purchased by 7-Eleven, Could Impact Speedway Gas Stations at Walt Disney World Resort

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The Speedway gas stations at Walt Disney World Resort could soon transform into 7-Elevens, thanks to a major new purchase by Japanese-based Seven & i Holdings Co. (Oh, thank heaven!) According to Bloomberg, 7-Eleven has agreed to purchase Marathon Petroleum Corporation’s Speedway gas stations for $21 billion dollars. This acquisition will add 3,900 stores to … Read more