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PHOTOS: Two New Artist Series Mickey Mouse Backpacks Available at Walt Disney World

August 28, 2021

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Two new backpacks from the Artist Series have debuted at Walt Disney World. Bret Iwan — the official voice of Mickey Mouse — and Disney Artist Nanako Kanemitsu have each designed a collection of apparel and accessories honoring Mickey Mouse. We found the backpack from each of their collections at Legends of Hollywood in Disney’s … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Disney California Adventure, Downtown Disney and Disneyland 8/26/21 (Princess Week, Main Street Pumpkin Festival, Haul-o-Ween, and Haunted Mansion Holiday Installations)

August 27, 2021

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We had a very busy day checking up on all the Halloween decorations going into the park and we found tons of new merchandise along the way. Come along with us as we run all over the Disneyland Resort! Disney California Adventure Halloween is fast approaching and we saw signs of it all over both … Read more

PHOTOS: Sunset Club Couture Undergoing Refurbishment at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

August 26, 2021

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It’s been said that in Hollywood, the streets are paved with gold. But keeping that luster takes more than just gold. The azure façade of Sunset Club Couture at Disney’s Hollywood Studios is currently undergoing a refurbishment to keep its shine… shiny. The beautiful multi-toned blue tiles are being worked on while guests are not … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Disneyland and Disney California Adventure 8/23/20 (Halloween Merchandise Arrives, The First Fall Decorations Debut, and More)

August 25, 2021

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Charly writes about theme parks. Contact him at Charly@WDWNT.com

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We haven’t been over to Disneyland in a couple of weeks, so it was high time to check in on some things at The Happiest Place on Earth. Join us! We started our day off at Disneyland before park hopping. The midsummer crowds were surprisingly light. It’s likely that guests aren’t coming early in the … Read more

Magic Key Holders at Disneyland Resort Hotels Restricted to Pass Limits, Not Length of Stay

August 25, 2021

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Magic Keys went on sale today, and during the very long wait to purchase, guests are reading the fine print of the agreement for Key Holders. One detail may throw a wrench in the plans of some visiting guests: even when staying in an on-site hotel, Magic Key holders are still restricted to the number … Read more

Magic Key Sales Wait Time Jumps to Over an Hour

August 25, 2021August 25, 2021

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Magic Key sales opened at 10:15 a.m. today to much anticipation. Upon entry into the virtual waiting room, the wait immediately shot up to “more than an hour.” Once purchased, reservation dates can be booked by the newly-minted Key Holders. Availability stretches for 90 days at a time, leaving the booking window open from today, … Read more

Magic Key Passes for Disneyland Resort Now On Sale

August 25, 2021

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Today, Magic Key membership went on sale for the first time. The new program replaces the defunct Annual Pass program, which was suspended during the COVID-19 shutdown and subsequently cancelled in January. Dubbed a “frequent visitor program” rather than an annual pass by Disney CEO Bob Chapek, the Magic Key program opts for fewer benefits … Read more

Disney Converts Boo Bash Tickets to Park Admission for Rained-Out Event

August 25, 2021August 25, 2021

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Even Disney can’t fight the weather. Last night’s Disney After Hours Boo Bash was affected by inclement weather, an unavoidable possibility during Florida’s summer season. Attendees received an email from Disney after the cancellation of the night’s entertainment offerings. As is standard procedure, hard-ticketed event admissions are automatically converted into one-day-one-park tickets for the theme … Read more

PHOTOS: World-Famous Jungle Cruise Sign Updated AGAIN at Magic Kingdom

August 25, 2021

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It’s the amazing, the stupendous, the world-famous Jungle Cruise! And now their attraction sign proudly proclaims their fame with updated verbiage and a decorative border. But before we take a look at the new sign, let’s travel down memory lane to see the changes that have come so far. In July, the attraction sign for … Read more

PHOTOS: Glittery Repainting Continues at “it’s a small world” in Magic Kingdom

August 24, 2021

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We’ve been keeping an eye on the refurbishment projects around the Magic Kingdom, from the Adventureland repaving to the Frontierland boardwalk replacement to the many changes that have come to the Jungle Cruise in recent weeks, and more. Almost everywhere you look across the park, something is being touched up for the Magic Kingdom to … Read more

PHOTOS: Monorail Station Construction Speeds Along at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

August 24, 2021

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It has been a few days since we checked in on the progress of the Monorail station refurbishment at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, so we dropped by to see how it was going today. Join us in this up-close look. Along the back of the station, which faces toward the hotel, we see the panel … Read more

PHOTOS: New Halloween Light-Up Necklace, Keychain, and Ceramic Pumpkin Debut at Walt Disney World

August 24, 2021

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Halloween is on its way, and that means Halloween treats, Halloween decorations, and Halloween merchandise. We’ve seen spooky merchandise rolling out in the theme parks for the last week or so, and there have been more announcements of what’s to come on shopDisney as well. Today, we spotted a couple more pumpkin-themed items sure to … Read more

Disney Cruise Line Face Mask Policy Allows for Maskless Photos

August 23, 2021

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After the announcement that sailings would commence once again on August 9, the specifics of COVID-19 safety measures were released. In the initial release, it was stated that guests must wear masks at all times indoors except while in staterooms and while stationary for eating or drinking. But a recent change has loosened that protocol … Read more

PHOTOS: Caro-Seuss-el Refurbishment Underway at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

August 22, 2021

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After abruptly closing earlier this month due to badly-needed structural repairs, the Caro-Seuss-el refurbishment is underway in earnest. We stopped by Seuss Landing in Universal’s Islands of Adventure to check in on the progress. The Caro-Seuss-el is a fun twist on the classic carrousel, with a multicolored menagerie of fantastical creatures. The creatures have been … Read more

REVIEW: Lombard’s Seafood Grille Annual Passholder Lobster Mac Short on Lobster, Heavy on Mac at Universal Studios Florida

August 22, 2021

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It’s Annual Passholder appreciation month at Universal Orlando Resort. We’ve loaded up on the new UOAP merchandise, gorged ourselves on the UOAP exclusive Maloney Stack and sipped on quite possibly the finest Starbucks drink ever, meant for UOAP members only. Now it’s time to get even classier with a lobster mac and cheese from Lombard’s … Read more

Disney After Hours BOO BASH Tickets Remain Available Only for September 12

August 22, 2021

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If you are looking to attend Disney After Hours BOO BASH, act fast. Only one night remains with tickets available. Sunday, September 12 is the only day remaining with tickets still for sale. Tickets for kids and adults alike are $129 for the three-hour event held at the Magic Kingdom on select nights. Tickets do … Read more

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