Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

BREAKING: Traditional Character Meet and Greets Without Physical Distancing Return to Hong Kong Disneyland

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Traditional character meet and greets have returned to Hong Kong Disneyland as there are no longer physical distancing requirements between characters and guests. Disney Magical Kingdom Blog on Twitter shared the news. They included a photo of a guest meeting Aurora with no distance between them. The return of traditional character meet and greets comes … Read more

Angela Bassett Wins Golden Globe for Best Supporting Actress for ‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever’

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Angela Bassett has won a Golden Globe for Best Supporting Actress in Marvel’s “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.” She reprised her role as Queen Ramonda in the sequel to 2018’s “Black Panther.” In the film, Bassett portrays a grieving mother after the passing of her son T’Challa, who was played by the deceased Chadwick Boseman. Bassett’s … Read more

Disney Parks Chairman Josh D’Amaro Says Newly Announced Changes Are a Result of Listening to Guests

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After a slew of changes was announced for Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort this afternoon, Disney Parks Chairman Josh D’Amaro gave an interview with the New York Times. The changes, which included bringing back free parking and easing reservation requirements, have been well received by fans. Some applauded the changes as a result of … Read more

Marvel Star Jeremy Renner ‘Crushing Progress Goals’ After Snowplow Accident

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Marvel star Jeremy Renner (“Hawkeye”) is reportedly “crushing all his progress goals” in the wake of his snowplow accident, his sister Kym Renner told People Magazine. “We are so thrilled with his progress,” the actor’s sister, Kym Renner, says in the new issue of PEOPLE. “If anyone knows Jeremy, he is a fighter and doesn’t … Read more

Disneyland Resort Magic Key Pass Sales to Resume ‘From Time to Time’

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Disneyland Resort has confirmed they will reopen sales for Magic Key Passes “from time to time” in 2023. “We’ve been thrilled to see the incredible ongoing demand for our Magic Key program, which provides reservation-based admission to one or both Disneyland Resort theme parks throughout the year – not to mention the chance to unlock … Read more

Disneyland Guests to Receive Complimentary Digital Downloads of On-Ride Photos During Disney 100 Years of Wonder Celebration

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In honor of the Disney 100 Years of Wonder celebration, Disneyland Resort will be offering free Disney PhotoPass downloads to all guests. This will begin on February 4 and continue throughout the celebration. “So many of us have treasured memories captured in the form of attraction photos – whether it’s huge screams on your first … Read more

Disney Genie+ to Include Attraction Photo Digital Downloads at Walt Disney World

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Walt Disney World guests who purchase Genie+ will receive complimentary digital downloads of attraction photos (on-ride photos). A date for the new benefit has not been announced. Disney’s announcement reads, “Beginning in the next few months, guests purchasing Disney Genie+ service will also receive digital downloads of their Disney PhotoPass attraction photos, taken in the … Read more

BREAKING: Free Self-Parking Returns to Walt Disney World Resort Hotels

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Walt Disney World has walked back their parking fees at resort hotels. Guests with valid reservations will now receive free self-parking, effective today. Read the announcement from Disney below: “Beginning this evening, Jan. 10, overnight self-parking will once again be offered complimentary to guests staying at Disney Resort hotels at Walt Disney World. This is … Read more

BREAKING: Walt Disney World Annual Passholders Will Not Need Reservations to Visit in Afternoons

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Walt Disney World Annual Passholders will soon be able to visit the parks after 2 p.m. on afternoons without a reservation. This does not include Magic Kingdom on Saturdays and Sundays, when a reservation will still be required. “Beginning in the next few months, Walt Disney World Annual Passholders will be able to visit the … Read more

BREAKING: Park Hopping Restrictions Changing at Disneyland Resort in February

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Park hopping restrictions will change at Disneyland Resort starting on February 4. Guests will be able to park hop at 11 a.m. rather than 1 p.m. They must have a Magic Key Pass or valid park hopping ticket and have already tapped in at their reserved park for the day. Disney has announced that park … Read more

Disney Posts Another Video Teasing April 2023 Opening Date for TRON Lightcycle Run at Magic Kingdom

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Disney Parks posted another video clue on Twitter hinting at an April 2023 opening for TRON Lightcycle / Run at the Magic Kingdom. The video appears to reveal an April 4th grand opening date, but it has not been officially confirmed. Rumors indicated the ride would open the first week of April, which would align … Read more

New Avengers Deployment Vehicle Debuts at Shanghai Disneyland

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The Marvel meet and greets at Shanghai Disneyland are receiving an update as the new Avengers Deployment Vehicle has debuted. Shanghai Disneyland Avengers Deployment Vehicle The vehicle was announced in an Instagram post from Shanghai Disney Resort. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Shanghai Disney Resort (@shanghaidisneyresort) The post reads, “Our Marvel … Read more

CONFIRMED: Harmonious Barges Being Removed, ‘EPCOT Forever’ Returning in April

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“EPCOT Forever” will return on April 3 after “Harmonious” ends to bridge the gap before the new Disney100 show launches later this year. The infamous Harmonious barges will be removed before the new show is ready. Similar to how it appeared in 2021, “EPCOT Forever” is the perfect offering while our Entertainment team preps the … Read more

BREAKING: Happily Ever After Returning to Magic Kingdom on April 3

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Disney has confirmed that Happily Ever After will be returning to Magic Kingdom on April 3. Fan-favorite nighttime spectacular “Happily Ever After” returns to Magic Kingdom Park on April 3, featuring all-new projections down Main Street, U.S.A. “Disney Enchantment” will be offered through April 2. The return of the show has sparked a lot of discussion on … Read more

Disney Dreams! Nighttime Spectacular Returning to Disneyland Paris for 30th Anniversary Grand Finale With Updated Technology

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Disneyland Paris has announced the return of the Disney Dreams! nighttime spectacular as part of the 30th anniversary grand finale celebrations. The show will return on April 12 for nightly performances at Disneyland Paris, following Disney D-Light. No end date for the show has been announced. The 30th anniversary offerings will end on September 30, … Read more

“it’s a small world” Will Reopen at Disneyland Paris This Spring After Extended Refurbishment

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Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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“it’s a small world” will reopen at Disneyland Paris this spring after an extended refurbishment.  “it’s a small world” was an opening day attraction at Disneyland Paris, which began welcoming guests in 1992. The park is celebrating its 30th anniversary, but the ride has been closed for refurbishment since November 2021. It was initially expected … Read more

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