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NEW Star Wars Micro Galaxy Squadron Millennium Falcon ‘Batuu Edition’ Toy Features Exclusive Vi Moradi, Hondo, and R5-P8 Figures

February 18, 2023

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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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Star Wars Micro Galaxy Squadron is a line of toys that can be found at retailers like Target and Amazon, but today we spotted a special Batuu edition Millennium Falcon at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Walt Disney World! Star Wars Micro Galaxy Squadron Batuu Edition Millennium Falcon — $59.99 Make the jump to lightspeed … Read more

Prince Charming Regal Carrousel Closed For Second Consecutive Day at Magic Kingdom

February 18, 2023

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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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For the second day in a row, Prince Charming Regal Carrousel has been closed at Magic Kingdom. Cast Members are posted outside the entrance to Prince Charming Regal Carrousel. It is unclear what is causing this unexpected downtime, but the Cast Members are telling guests there are “technical difficulties.” The carrousel is a centerpiece of … Read more

PHOTOS: Glass Paneling Installed at ‘Tomorrowland Light & Power Co.’ as It Transforms for TRON

February 18, 2023

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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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While TRON Lightcycle / Run is finally operational and currently going through Cast Member previews, the construction on the former “Tomorrowland Light & Power Co.” nearby continues. Today we noticed these new glass panels installed on the side of the building. Since this panel is flanked by sets of doors on either side, our guess … Read more

NEW Harveys Tote Bag Inspired by Disneyland Park to Debut Next Week

February 18, 2023

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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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A new Harveys tote bag celebrating the magic of Disneyland Park is set to debut next week! Harveys shared on Instagram today, “Celebrate the magic of Disneyland Park with this Medium Streamline Tote featuring original artwork by the artist Shag! Each side features a view of Main Street U.S.A that’ll make you feel like you’re … Read more

PHOTOS: Another Hole Cut Into the Splash Mountain Façade As Transformation to Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Continues at Magic Kingdom

February 18, 2023

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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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Construction crews have wasted no time demolishing Splash Mountain as its transformation into Tiana’s Bayou Adventure is in full swing at Magic Kingdom, and today we spotted another hole cut into the façade of the attraction. A black tarp covers the large hole cut into the rock work earlier this month. If you look closely … Read more

Cast Members Now Eligible for 50% Off Discount on Merchandise

February 18, 2023

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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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Although Disney is refusing to offer “even one cent” wage increase in their negotiations with Cast Members, they are offering Cast Members 50% off their purchases. The discount is available online at shopDisney through February 26, 2023, and at Disney Parks through March 7. Cast Members traditionally receive a 40% off merchandise discount during the … Read more

Closing Date Revealed for Trail’s End Restaurant at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort

February 18, 2023February 18, 2023

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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 announced that Trail’s End Restaurant will be closing its doors this Spring to be re-imagined as a marketplace-style quick service outlet, and now, thanks to the official website, we know the location will close for good as a table service restaurant on April 17, 2023. The Walt Disney World dining reservation system shows … Read more

RUMOR: Disney Halloween Party Returning to Disneyland Paris for Three Nights in 2023

February 11, 2023

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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 Halloween Party, which returned to Disneyland Paris for two nights in 2022, is rumored to be returning in 2023 for three nights. The hard-ticket, after-hours event features exclusive ride access, a special Halloween parade, tons of exclusive entertainment offerings, and more. The event, which includes access to attractions like Phantom Manor, Big Thunder Mountain, … Read more

Rebecca Campbell Exiting Disney, Construction Reaches Pinnacle of Splash Mountain, Iger Saved Kevin Feige’s Job, and More: Daily Recap (2/9/23)

February 9, 2023

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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, February 9, 2023. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more

Walt Disney Imagineering’s Live Entertainment Arm Launches New Instagram Page

February 9, 2023

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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 Live Entertainment, the live entertainment arm of Walt Disney Imagineering, has launched a new Instagram page! The bio section of the page reads “Creating, producing, and delivering world-class live entertainment experiences around the globe”. It also links to the live entertainment page of the Walt Disney Imagineering website. The debut post from the page … Read more

Super Bowl LVII Winner to Celebrate in Disneyland, Skipping Walt Disney World Again in 2023

February 9, 2023

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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 winner of Sunday’s Super Bowl LVII will be celebrated at Disneyland rather than Walt Disney World for the second year in a row. This Sunday night the Kansas City Chiefs will face the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl LVII. On the line is the Lombardi Trophy, bragging rights, and most importantly, a victory parade … Read more

Simba Popcorn Bucket Updated with New “Tale of the Lion King” Strap Available in Disneyland

February 9, 2023

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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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Popcorn bucket collectors visiting Disneyland will be excited to learn that the classic Simba popcorn bucket has been updated with a new “Tale of the Lion King” strap! “Tale of the Lion King” debuted in May 2022 at Fantasyland Theatre, which was home to “Mickey and the Magical Map” until the COVID-19 shutdown of 2020. … Read more

‘American Idol’ Set Returns to Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa in Season 22

February 9, 2023

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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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Aloha! Today Disney announced that ABC’s hit TV show “American Idol” is returning to Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa! “American Idol” began in 2002 with the goal of finding America’s next great singer. Contestants from all over the country audition for a chance to be the next “American Idol”. This year, when the contestants … Read more

More NEW Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway Merchandise at Walt Disney World

February 4, 2023

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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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Yesterday we spotted some brand new merchandise themed after Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway, which opened in 2020 at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and earlier this week at Disneyland Park. Today, we found even more new merchandise in Walt Disney World. Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway Adult Shirt — $39.99 This blue t-shirt with navy and … Read more

New Boba Fett and The Mandalorian T-Shirts at Disneyland

February 4, 2023

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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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Star Wars fans will love these new t-shirts we found at Disneyland Park. One features Boba Fett, and the other features both the Mandalorian and Grogu. Star Wars Boba Fett T-Shirt — $39.99 This black t-shirt sports a portrait of the famed bounty hunter Boba Fett on the front, with his name in Aurebesh written … Read more

NEW Limited Edition Peter Pan, Star Wars, and Disney100 Pins Arrive at Disneyland

February 4, 2023

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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 stopped by Disneyland Park today and spotted several new limited edition and limited release pins for sale! Let’s take a look. Limited Release Peter Pan Mystery Pin Set — $24.99 Off to Neverland! You can fly to 20th Century Music Company at Disneyland to snag this mystery pin set! Each box contains two of … Read more

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