New Disney Cirque du Soleil Show “Drawn to Life” Expected to Debut This Fall at Disney Springs

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Drawn to Life, the new show expected to replace La Nouba in Disney Springs, was notably absent from the list of shows announced today by Cirque du Soleil to be returning to the stage. Thankfully Cirque du Soleil CEO, Daniel Lamarre, gave an idea of the opening date in an interview with the Los Angeles … Read more

UPDATE: Universal Studios Hollywood Issues Statement on Out-of-State Visitors

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We’ve been keeping you up-to-date today with news coming out of California regarding access to theme parks for out-of-state visitors. Now, Universal Studios Hollywood has released a statement. A spokesperson for Universal Studios Hollywood had this to say: “While visitation to our theme park is currently available to California residents only, we are assessing next … Read more

UPDATE: California State Officials Announce That Fully Vaccinated Out-of-State Visitors Are Welcome In Theme Parks

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Early today we reported that Disneyland had not changed their policy regarding admission of out-of-state guests. Now a spokesperson for the California Department of Public Health has confirmed to InPark Magazine that “fully vaccinated people from out of state are now permitted to participate in activities restricted to in-state visitors.” According to Scott Gustin, this … Read more

PHOTOS: New “Fun, Eat, Repeat” Travel Containers and Kitchenware Collection Dashes Into Disneyland Resort

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A brand new collection of colorful kitchenware and travel accessories have arrived at Disneyland Resort to take your favorite food and drinks on the go, including a variety of bottles, mugs, and storage containers. Disney “Fun, Eat, Repeat” Insulated Lunchbox – $34.99 This lunchbox, like much of this collection, uses the circular arrows typically symbolic … Read more

PHOTOS: Additional Scaffolding Erected Inside Living with the Land Greenhouses at EPCOT

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Earlier this month we told you about the scaffolding being erected inside the greenhouses of Living with the Land. Today, we noticed more scaffolding has been added to the attraction as the work progresses. As guests cruise through these greenhouses, views of metal scaffolding are now inescapable. The scaffolding towers over the various plants and … Read more

PHOTOS: Limited Edition Stuart Valencia T-Shirt Available at Gideon’s Bakehouse

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This month only, you can find a Limited Edition T-Shirt at Gideon’s Bakehouse in Disney Springs. “Stuart Valencia” Gideon’s Bakehouse T-Shirt — $29 Due to heavy demand, Gideon’s Bakehouse has put their new Florida Friend, Stuart Valencia, on an extremely limited-edition Unisex T-Shirt—which will only be available through the rest of this month. Gideon’s exclaims that … Read more

REVIEW: Get Your Java Fix with NEW Hazelnut Mocha Cake From Gideon’s Bakehouse

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Today, we got a chance to try a new cake flavor at Gideon’s Bakehouse in Disney Springs. Gideon’s exclusive “Double Frosted Cake” recently gained a new option: Hazelnut Mocha. Hazelnut Mocha Double Frosted Cake — $9 As with all double frosted cake slices, this is a decadent, rich overload of a dessert. The slice is … Read more

Fall Refurbishment Planned For Tiger Lily Wet Play Area at Disney’s Vero Beach Resort, Possibly to Remove Connections to Character

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Disney announced today that the Tiger Lily Wet Play area at Disney’s Vero Beach Resort will be undergoing a refurbishment this fall and will be unavailable to guests. From Sept. 7 through November 2021, the Tiger Lily Wet Play Area at Disney’s Vero Beach Resort will be closed for refurbishment. The nearby Vero Beach Feature … Read more

PHOTOS: Cast Members to Receive “Bringing Back The Magic” Nametags for Disneyland Reopening

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When Disneyland reopens later this month, Cast Members will be sporting an updated name tag. According to Twitter user DisneyDragon, Cast Members are being supplied with special nameteags for the reopening of Disneyland that read “Bringing Back The Magic” along the bottom. After the COVID-19 pandemic caused Disneyland to close for over a year, the … Read more

Cast Member Soft Opening Dates Announced for Disneyland Before The Park Reopens To Public

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Prior to Disneyland reopening on April 30th, Cast Members and their guests will get access to a special soft opening of the park just for them. From April 27-29, Disneyland will be open to Cast Members and up to 3 of their guests. Access to the park will be available to both active and furloughed … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Indominus Rex Roars into NEW Finale of Jurassic World – The Ride at Universal Studios Hollywood

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Universal Studios Hollywood in California is preparing for its official reopening on April 16th, and a new, fearsome audio-animatronic has arrived at the park. Originally intended for the 2019 opening of Jurassic World – The Ride, the Indominus Rex has finally been added. The ride was in technical rehearsal during “Taste of Universal” and we … Read more

Character Dining Set to Return to Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa Next Month

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Disney announced today that character dining will return to Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa, next month. The popular character breakfast at Makahiki Restaurant is scheduled to return on May 7th. At the character breakfast, Mickey Mouse and his friends will join Aunty or Uncle for fun songs and entertainment while guests enjoy a delightful … Read more

REVIEW: Disney Mickey Mouse Strawberry Shake Now Available at Disneyland Resort

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At Black Tap Craft Burgers & Shakes in the Downtown Disney District of Disneyland Resort, you can find this new Mickey Mouse Strawberry Shake! Disney Mickey Mouse Strawberry Shake — $24 The new Disney Mickey Mouse Strawberry Shake from Black Tap in Anahiem is a sweet treat including a Mickey Mouse rice crispy, rock candy, … Read more

Mark Elliott, The Voice Behind 90’s Disney Trailers, Has Passed Away

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On April 4th, 2021, Disney voice actor Mark Elliott passed away. This news comes according to a tweet from his voice actor colleague, Joe Cipriano: Elliott spent much of his career as the voice that introduced many of us to our favorite Disney films. He worked for Walt Disney Entertainment from 1983 until 2008, a … Read more

Disney Supported Florida Politicians Who Are Now Sponsoring Restrictive Voting Bills

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According to CNBC, Disney is one of several corporations being scrutinized for donating funds to politicians who are now backing laws that are more restrictive towards voting. Disney has contributed more than $8,000 to the campaigns of three Florida lawmakers who are now sponsoring bills that would restrict voting access. Florida is one of several … Read more

PHOTOS: Ramp Construction Continues as Magic Kingdom Area Roadway Improvements Progress

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Phase II of the roadway construction project near Magic Kingdom continues as on/off ramps are beginning to take shape. This project hopes to bring some much-needed relief to heavily congested roadways near the theme park. With Phase I of this project completed in 2019 with the extension of Floridian Way, Phase II is slated to … Read more