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New ‘Harry Potter’ Hogwarts and Hogsmeade Ornaments Arrive at Universal Orlando Resort

October 24, 2022

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Justin Giglio

Justin has been visiting the Walt Disney World® Resort since he was 2 years old. He considers Powerline to be the songbird of his generation. Contact Justin at justin@wdwnt.com

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The holiday season is right around the corner, and now Harry Potter fans can add some magic to their decor with some new ornaments! Hogwarts Castle Ornament — $30.00 This ornament is a bronzed replica of the Hogwarts Castle. The top of the ornament features a loop that a carabiner is hooked to, along with … Read more

Metal Disney Visa Card Coming Soon, ‘Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks’ Coming to Magic Kingdom, Cool Wash Becomes Refreshment Station, and More: Daily Recap (10/20/22)

October 20, 2022

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Justin Giglio

Justin has been visiting the Walt Disney World® Resort since he was 2 years old. He considers Powerline to be the songbird of his generation. Contact Justin at justin@wdwnt.com

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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 Thursday, October 20, 2022. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more

Every Piece of Merchandise (with Prices) from NEW National Geographic Shop in Disney Springs

October 17, 2022

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Justin Giglio

Justin has been visiting the Walt Disney World® Resort since he was 2 years old. He considers Powerline to be the songbird of his generation. Contact Justin at justin@wdwnt.com

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We visited the new National Geographic store, which replaced the WonderGround Gallery, inside the Marketplace Co-Op at Disney Springs. Come and take a tour with us as we explore everything for sale in the shop. In addition, many of these items are also available for purchase on shopDisney.com for significantly less than in the store. … Read more

REVIEW: Secret Menu ‘Sparkler Spritz’ From Cafe 4 at Universal Orlando Resort

October 17, 2022

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Justin Giglio

Justin has been visiting the Walt Disney World® Resort since he was 2 years old. He considers Powerline to be the songbird of his generation. Contact Justin at justin@wdwnt.com

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There are a some secret menu drinks available at Universal Orlando Resort this season. In Universal’s Islands of Adventure, guests can get the Sparkler Spritz from the secret menu of Cafe 4 in Marvel Super Hero Island. To get this drink, simply ask for it by name. Secret Menu Sparkler Spritz — $7.00 Electrifying combination … Read more

New ‘Harry Potter’ Honeydukes Loungefly Wallet Available at Universal Orlando Resort

October 17, 2022

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Justin Giglio

Justin has been visiting the Walt Disney World® Resort since he was 2 years old. He considers Powerline to be the songbird of his generation. Contact Justin at justin@wdwnt.com

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If you’re looking for a sweet wallet, check out the latest Loungefly release at Universal Orlando Resort, which features the magical treats of Honeydukes. Honeydukes Loungefly Wallet — $55.00 This wallet pays homage to the exterior and interior of Honeydukes, but also has a nice nod to the treats you can purchase there with the … Read more

Genie+ Hits Highest Price Yet, Price Hikes Hit Pins and Plush, Disneyland Reportedly Ditching Paper Tickets Next Week, and More: Daily Recap (10/16/22)

October 16, 2022

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Justin Giglio

Justin has been visiting the Walt Disney World® Resort since he was 2 years old. He considers Powerline to be the songbird of his generation. Contact Justin at justin@wdwnt.com

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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 Sunday, October 16, 2022. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more

New ‘Harry Potter’ Mandrake and Cornish Pixie Plush Available at Universal Orlando Resort

October 16, 2022

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Justin Giglio

Justin has been visiting the Walt Disney World® Resort since he was 2 years old. He considers Powerline to be the songbird of his generation. Contact Justin at justin@wdwnt.com

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Harry Potter fans will rejoice when they get a look at these two adorable new plushes: a Mandrake and a Cornish Pixie! Mandrake Plush — $20.00 This small plush features a potted Mandrake inside an orange pot. It has been partially uprooted, so you can see it’s face and it’s clear that it is screaming. … Read more

More Steel Framing Added to the Former Entrance of Shrek 4-D for ‘Villain-Con’ at Universal Studios Florida

October 16, 2022

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Justin Giglio

Justin has been visiting the Walt Disney World® Resort since he was 2 years old. He considers Powerline to be the songbird of his generation. Contact Justin at justin@wdwnt.com

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Last month we showed you an update to the entrance of the former Shrek 4-D building at Universal Studios Florida. Now it looks like more steel in being added to the frame. Demolition of Shrek-themed structures at Universal Studios Florida is still underway. The Shrek 4-D attraction closed in January and signage was removed last February. Now a new … Read more

Another Friendship Boat Debuts New Paint Scheme at EPCOT

October 16, 2022

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Justin Giglio

Justin has been visiting the Walt Disney World® Resort since he was 2 years old. He considers Powerline to be the songbird of his generation. Contact Justin at justin@wdwnt.com

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In August, we reported that Friendship III was the first Friendship boat to receive a new paint scheme. Now Friendship IV has debuted with a new look as well. The Friendship Boats provide service to and from EPCOT, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and select nearby resorts. Friendship IV now has a solid sky blue piece on … Read more

Disney Removes Magical Express Bus from Toy Set

October 16, 2022

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Justin Giglio

Justin has been visiting the Walt Disney World® Resort since he was 2 years old. He considers Powerline to be the songbird of his generation. Contact Justin at justin@wdwnt.com

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Walt Disney World has recently eliminated a slew of services and perks that used to be free to guests, like Disney’s Magical Express bus transportation to and from the resort. Now, even the toy bus sets sold at Walt Disney World are being downsized. Disney Bus Toy Set — $14.99 This bus set previously included … Read more

Construction Continues for Disney’s Magnolia Golf Course Reimagining in Walt Disney World

October 4, 2022

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Justin Giglio

Justin has been visiting the Walt Disney World® Resort since he was 2 years old. He considers Powerline to be the songbird of his generation. Contact Justin at justin@wdwnt.com

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Disney’s Magnolia Golf Course is in the middle of a reimagining at Walt Disney World, and today we were able to see some of its progress. Back in April we got a first look at the redesigned course. Disney’s Magnolia Golf Course opened the same day as Magic Kingdom — October 1, 1971 — along … Read more

New Magic Kingdom Collection Sweatshirt and Sweatpants Available at Walt Disney World

October 3, 2022

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Justin Giglio

Justin has been visiting the Walt Disney World® Resort since he was 2 years old. He considers Powerline to be the songbird of his generation. Contact Justin at justin@wdwnt.com

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Check out this new collection of sweatshirts and sweatpants we found today at the Emporium in Magic Kingdom! Walt Disney World “Castle” Crewneck Sweatshirt — $49.99 This gray crewneck sweatshirt with purple sleeves features a purple iconic Cinderella Castle on the chest. The sleeves are purple, and on the left sleeve, the retro Walt Disney … Read more

Figment Movie Coming, Walt Disney World Resorts Roll Out Meal Kits and Special Activities for Guests During Ian, and More: Daily Recap (9/28/22)

September 28, 2022

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Justin Giglio

Justin has been visiting the Walt Disney World® Resort since he was 2 years old. He considers Powerline to be the songbird of his generation. Contact Justin at justin@wdwnt.com

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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 Wednesday, September 28, 2022. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more

ULTA Beauty x Disney Parks Collection Coming in October 2022

September 28, 2022

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Justin Giglio

Justin has been visiting the Walt Disney World® Resort since he was 2 years old. He considers Powerline to be the songbird of his generation. Contact Justin at justin@wdwnt.com

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ULTA Beauty has teamed up with Disney Parks to release a new makeup collection celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Walt Disney World! The collection will be available both on the ULTA website and in stores sometime in October. The pieces in the collection will range in price from $10 to $28. Each of the four … Read more

Walt Disney World Resort Guests Asked to Shelter in Their Rooms at 9 PM This Evening Due to Hurricane Ian

September 28, 2022

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Justin Giglio

Justin has been visiting the Walt Disney World® Resort since he was 2 years old. He considers Powerline to be the songbird of his generation. Contact Justin at justin@wdwnt.com

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In-room televisions at Walt Disney World resorts have begun showing a message urging guests to stay in their rooms beginning at 9 p.m. this evening ahead of Hurricane Ian. The notice reads, “At 9 p.m. tonight after you’ve eaten dinner, we strongly recommend that you shelter indoors and do not leave your building or room.” … Read more

BREAKING: Disney to Release Movie Based on Beloved EPCOT Character Figment

September 28, 2022September 28, 2022

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Justin Giglio

Justin has been visiting the Walt Disney World® Resort since he was 2 years old. He considers Powerline to be the songbird of his generation. Contact Justin at justin@wdwnt.com

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According to Deadline, the beloved EPCOT character Figment will soon be part of a feature film! The movie will be produced by Seth Rogen’s Point Grey Pictures, with “Pokémon Detective Pikachu”‘s Dan Hernandez and Benji Samit as writers. Figment was introduced to the world in 1983 as part of the EPCOT attraction Journey Into Imagination, and has since gained a cult-like following … Read more

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