PHOTOS: New Baby Yoda Toy Doll Appears at World of Disney in Disney Springs

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As soon as we walked into World of Disney this morning, we felt a strong pull of the Force. Following it, we were pleased to find a new Baby Yoda toy doll! This toy doll features a hard head, which really brings out all of the details in The Child’s face from his round, little … Read more

PHOTOS: Yoshi Flies Into Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Japan

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You may remember that we recently shared an update of the construction going on at Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Japan. In the last update, we got to see Bowser’s Castle light up, question blocks glowing, and even a Thwomp! Today, thanks to Twitter user @usj1, we’re getting to see that more progress has … Read more

REVIEW: The Bourne Stuntacular Is A Fitting Replacement for Terminator 2: 3D, A Must-See at Universal Studios Florida

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Yesterday, we were among the first to see The Bourne Stuntacular at Universal Studios Florida during a “technical rehearsal” (soft opening) performance. Combining live actors, special effects, moving props, and high definition projections and screens, this attraction blends it all together seamlessly to present a thoughtful update to the stunt show as a theme park … Read more

BREAKING: Hong Kong Disneyland Reopening on June 18

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Disney has announced that Hong Kong Disneyland will be reopening to the public on June 18th. As with all other Disney Parks reopenings, limited capacity and increased health and safety measures will be in place. Earlier this week Disney Explorer’s Lodge reopened to Guests, and the Castle of Magic Dreams (which you can see a … Read more

SHOP: New “Star Wars” Boba Fett Stoneware Dinnerware Set Now Available for Pre-Order from Toynk

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Ever wondered what it’s like to eat like a Mandalorian? Well, thanks to Toynk, you can finally live out your dreams with this Boba Fett-inspired stoneware plate and bowl collection. The set comes with one dinner plate, one dinner bowl, one dessert plate, and one coffee mug. All of the pieces are made out of … Read more

PHOTOS: All-New “The Bourne Stuntacular” Debuts at Universal Studios Florida; FULL Show and Queue Tour

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The past two days, The Bourne Stuntacular has been holding Team Member previews and today the attraction soft-opened to guests! The Bourne Stuntacular can be found in the Hollywood area in Universal Studios Florida, in the building that used to house Terminator 2 3D: Battle Across Time. Terminator 2 3D: Battle Across Time closed to … Read more

RUMOR: Reflections – A Disney Lakeside Lodge Construction Stalled; Project Reportedly Cancelled

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A new rumor is circulating around that the DVC resort Reflections – A Disney Lakeside Lodge, may actually have been quietly canceled. This rumor started on a WDWMagic forum, where it was noted that grass seed was found on the site where the resort was planned to be. Typically, this is a step that would … Read more

Disney to End Vacation Packages with Air Travel in 2021

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Today, the Walt Disney Travel Company announced that starting in 2021, they will no longer be offering vacation packages that include air travel. Currently, Guests traveling to Walt Disney World Resort, Disneyland Resort, and Aulani, a Disney Resort and Spa will no longer have air travel included in their 2021 vacation packages. This goes for … Read more

PHOTOS: New Inversion Loop and Additional Track for Jurassic Park “Velocicoaster” Installed at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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Despite no official announcement from Universal Orlando Resort, clearly, there has been lots of construction going on for the rumored “Velocicoaster” located right outside Jurassic Park Discovery Center. The latest additions to the coaster have included a barrel roll over the water and an oscillating helix. Today, we’re back to bring you even more coverage … Read more

Fireworks Removed From My Disney Experience App Splash Screen Ahead of Reopening at Walt Disney World

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While it’s been announced that fireworks will be temporarily suspended at the theme parks in Walt Disney World Resort once they begin to reopen next month, to maintain social distancing, it seems that My Disney Experience has also decided to remove the fireworks from their opening app splash screen. Thanks to Twitter user @ScottGustin, we … Read more

Cast Member Temperature Checks and Health Screenings Starting June 14 at Walt Disney World

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In preparation for theme parks reopening in Walt Disney World Resort, Disney has released a new temperature screening process for Cast Members. Beginning June 14th, all Cast Members will begin to have their temperatures checked upon arrival to work. An agreement was made between Disney’s Director of Labor Relations and the Services Trades Council Union … Read more

PHOTOS: Disney’s Animal Kingdom Bag Check Area Demolished Ahead of Reopening

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It seems it’s been forever since we’ve been able to check-in with Disney’s Animal Kingdom entrance area that has been under construction for some time now. However, thanks to our friend in the skies, @bioreconstruct on Twitter, we can finally see the work that’s been going on since the park closure.  @bioreconstruct was helpful to include a … Read more

BREAKING: Disney World Testing New Contactless Security and Bag Check System Ahead of Theme Parks Reopening

It appears that Disney is testing a new security scanning system ahead of the theme parks reopening next month. Currently, the test is taking place in the Lime Garage at Disney Springs at the entrance to the escalator. The new process has you walk through a scanner, which you can see below in a video … Read more

VIDEO: Disney Releases “Powerful and Very Personal” Video in Support of Black Lives Matter Movement

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Disney has created a powerful video entitled “A message from our colleagues” in support of the Black Lives Matter movement. Disney says, “Several of our colleagues created this powerful and very personal video to share with their fellow employees, highlighting the need for greater understanding, unity and action to address racial inequality in our country. … Read more

PHOTOS: Disney Explorers Lodge Resumes Operation at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort

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Since May 15th, Disney Explorers Lodge at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort has been accepting reservations to stay at the hotel. Today, it seems the Disney Explorers Lodge has reopened, with limited operations and social distancing measures put into place. Outside of the hotel, two sign stands (along with Pluto and Goofy) greet Guests. If we … Read more

Universal Orlando Posts Internal Auditions for Halloween Horror Nights 2020

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If you’re anything like me, Halloween is the greatest holiday of the year. I love everything spooky and scary, and Halloween Horror Nights became an annual activity for my dad and I. After COVID-19 slowly started shutting down theme parks and forcing us all indoors, my greatest fear was, “What about Horror Nights?” Tickets remained … Read more