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PHOTOS: Right Track Goes Extinct at Primeval Whirl As Demolition Continues at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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Primeval Whirl has been closed officially for over a year now and the demolition is well underway at the attraction in Chester & Hester’s Dino-Rama at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Last week, we saw the façade beginning to be dismantled and the lift hill was taken down at the beginning of the month. Let’s take a … Read more

VIDEO: We Did Whatever Disney Genie Told Us To Do at Magic Kingdom

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Disney’s new Genie service debuted recently as a guide to help guests maximize their day in the parks. This free guide is a real-time wait time tracker that monitors when lines are low to suggest that guests head to a particular attraction at the best time. WDWNT’s own Eric Morton wanted to put this Genie … Read more

PHOTOS: TRON Lightcycle Run Construction Speeding Along

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When last we checked in on the construction progress at TRON Lightcycle / Run, a large crane had just been brought over to the site. The attraction’s roller coaster train ride vehicles had been delivered recently and the crane was helping to get them into the building. Let’s take a look at the state of … Read more

REVIEW: African Triple Chocolate Mousse Brings 50th Anniversary Treat to Sanaa in Kidani Village

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To celebrate the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World, special offerings can be found around the resort, including at the hotels. Disney’s Wilderness Lodge has a new petit stump cake, Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort has a delicious crème brûlée eclair, and now Sanaa at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani Village has a new African-inspired … Read more

PHOTOS: 50th Anniversary Disney Skyliner Gondola Toy Glides Into Walt Disney World

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With the 50th anniversary celebrations taking over Walt Disney World, we’ve seen tons of merchandise commemorating souvenirs of the past, collected best-of views of each park, 50th anniversary branded merchandise for the celebration and even a candle to bring the smell of the resort home with you. The newest piece of merchandise we found at … Read more

PHOTOS: New 50th Anniversary Vault Collection Bike Shorts Roll into Disney Springs

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We’ve seen quite a lot of the Vault Collection at Walt Disney World to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the resort. A new pair of sleek bike shorts have now debuted to keep the magic going while you stay in shape. We found these at the Marketplace Co-Op in Disney Springs. Vault Collection Bike Shorts … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (10/16/21): ‘Cheers to 50 Years’ Disastrous Dessert, Genie+ and Lightning Lane Guides, 50th Anniversary Mickey Popcorn Bucket, Vault Collection Pocket Watch, 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 Saturday, October 16, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

REVIEW: Annual Passholder Exclusive Chocolate Square Features Tasty Chocolate, Artificial Aftertaste at The Ganachery in Disney Springs

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From merchandise and food specials to decorations and statues, there has been no shortage of festive offerings to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World. Now The Ganachery at Disney Springs is getting in on the fun, offering Annual Passholders a new chocolate. AP Exclusive Chocolate Square — $3 (not AP Discount eligible) Passion … Read more

‘Black Panther’ Actress Dorothy Steel Passes Away at 95

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Actress Dorothy Steel, who played an elder of the Merchant Tribe of Wakanda in “Black Panther,” has passed away, according to WSBTV Atlanta. She was 95. Steel, who auditioned for a role in the 2018 film and was cast just an hour later, was brought back for the sequel which is filming now. She was … Read more

PHOTOS: Harveys to Release Haunted Mansion Stretching Portrait Wallets Online

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Harveys is known for making much sought-after bags and accessories out of seatbelts, printed in some fantastic Disney designs. And now, they’re about to release a set of fold wallets that are to die for. Your cadaverous pallor betrays an aura of avarice, almost as though you just can’t wait to get your hands on … Read more

REVIEW: Casey’s Corner Knocks It Out of the Park with 50th Anniversary Menu Items at Magic Kingdom

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It’s the 50th anniversary of the Magic Kingdom, and that means new foods, new experiences, and new merchandise. Among the new bites offered at Magic Kingdom today are a few new hot dogs from Casey’s Corner on Main Street, U.S.A. 1971 Meal — $19.71 Walt’s Chili & Cheese All-Beef Hot Dog with French Fries, Fountain … Read more

REVIEW: Glimmer and Shimmer Pineapple Mousse is a Taste of Paradise at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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To celebrate the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World, there have been merchandise releases, new experiences, and most of all, tasty treats. So far today, we’ve had a hand-dipped Mickey Premium Bar, a Great Big Beautiful Sundae, brownies with birthday cake mousse, sweet drinks, cupcakes, and more. And over at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, we kept … Read more

PHOTOS: Step Back in Time With Opening Day Attractions Pins for the 50th Anniversary of Magic Kingdom

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It’s the 50th anniversary of the Magic Kingdom and to celebrate, there have been new foods, new experiences, and new merchandise galore. Among them are these new pins, each one immortalizing an opening day attraction or landmark from 50 years ago. Take a look at each of these pins that are available today from Frontier … Read more

REVIEW: Dig These 50th Anniversary Bites from Restaurantosaurus at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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It’s the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World, and all the parks are getting into the swing of the celebration. We have seen lots of merchandise releases, some new experiences, and most of all, tasty treats. So far today, we’ve had a hand-dipped Mickey Premium Bar, a nostalgic lunch of Mr. Toad items, churros, brownies … Read more

REVIEW: Be Prepared — 50th Anniversary Scar’s Lair Dole Whip and Birthday Muffin Aren’t Worth the Trek at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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There have been plenty of new treats and new experiences across Walt Disney World to celebrate the 50th anniversary, and they just keep coming. Over at Tamu Tamu Refreshments, we spotted a new Birthday Muffin for breakfast and a classic twist on an old favorite in Scar’s Lair. Take a look at our reviews of … Read more

PHOTOS: New 50th Anniversary Mickey Balloon Popcorn Buckets Float into Magic Kingdom

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Mickey balloons are a fan-favorite souvenir from Walt Disney World, as are popcorn buckets. Combine the two, and you have a recipe for a super popular souvenir. Today, to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the park, Magic Kingdom debuted not one but two different Mickey balloon popcorn buckets to excited guests. Take a look below. … Read more

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