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.

PHOTOS: New “Play in the Park” Dress Twirls Into the Dress Shop at Disney Springs

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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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Are you ready to party hardy? Then we know the outfit for you. We totally dig this groovy new dress at The Dress Shop on Cherry Lane, part of Marketplace Co-Op at Disney Springs. The Dress Shop is no stranger to vintage or park-themed dresses, and the new “Play in the Park” dress is a … Read more

Disneyland Resort Announces Full List of Distanced Character Greetings Available Upon Reopening

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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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Disney has released more information about all of the distanced character greetings that will be available at the theme parks upon reopening April 30th: Favorite characters may be spotted throughout the day waving to visiting friends, posing in the background of photos and having fun playing in the parks. At Disneyland park, you may see … Read more

Disneyland Resort Reopening Ticket Prices Released

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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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Disneyland released the ticket calendar for the first two months after the upcoming reopening on April 30, following a yearlong closure due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Orange County Register reports. Tickets for both Disneyland and Disney California Adventure will be available for booking on Thursday, April 15. Advance park reservations will be required to … Read more

PHOTOS: New Winnie the Pooh, Bambi, Marie, Dumbo, and Meeko Plush Arrive at Disneyland Resort

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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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If you’re looking for a new cuddly friend, five new plush have arrived at World of Disney at Disneyland Resort. Featuring Winnie the Pooh, Bambi, Marie, Dumbo, and Meeko, these plush have a unique look, making them a must-have for collectors. Winnie the Pooh Plush – $26.99 All three fan-favorite friends have large heads and … Read more

PHOTOS: Overpass Construction Continues Near Magic Kingdom

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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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Road-trippers rejoice! The roads around the Magic Kingdom will soon be easier to navigate. We reported that permits were filed in September 2020, showing World Drive, Floridian Way, and the surrounding area are undergoing some major changes. The area around the Magic Kingdom exit is notorious for difficult navigation. This phase of the project involves … Read more

PHOTOS: Temporary Support Removal Continues at TRON Lightcycle Run

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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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While indoor construction at TRON Lightcycle Run at the Magic Kingdom is still on hold, crews are hard at work on the canopy structure outside. Less than two weeks ago, we reported that the canopy frame was complete. Removal of the brown temporary support structure began shortly after the frame’s completion. A few days ago, … Read more

REVIEW: Expedition Everest Celebrates 15th Anniversary with Yeti Sundae at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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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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Happy birthday to Expedition Everest! The high-speed, heart-pounding adventure through the Forbidden Mountain opened on this day in 2006. To celebrate, why not stop by the Anandapur Ice Cream Truck for a Yeti Sundae? This is the second treat themed to Expedition Everest to debut this month at Animal Kingdom. Yeti Sundae – $5.49 An … Read more

PHOTOS: “Secrets of the Whales” Sand Sculpture Debuts at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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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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The latest in a series of amazing 40-ton sand sculptures at Disney’s Animal Kingdom has beached at the Discovery Island Stage. Right in time for the Earth Month celebrations, this sculpture showcases a new National Geographic series entitled “Secrets of the Whales.” It premieres exclusively on Disney+ on April 22nd, which is Earth Day. The … Read more

VIDEO: Disney Made Tom Brady Try Blue and Green Milk from Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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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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MVP Tom Brady landed on Batuu earlier this week while visiting Disney’s Hollywood Studios. During his visit to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, he was “treated” to taste the two beverages notorious around Black Spire Outpost. It’s no secret how we here at WDWNT feel about the Blue and Green Milk. If our review can save … Read more

REVIEW: New Honey Bee Miniature Gateau Cake at Disney’s Grand Floridian is Un-Bee-lievably Good

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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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Have you heard the buzz? A new, limited-time treat is available now at Gasparilla Island Grill at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. This adorable miniature gateau is almost too cute to eat (but too tasty to resist). It joins the lineup of Earth Month treats available around Walt Disney World Resort. Earth Day Honey … Read more

PHOTOS: Work Underway to Remove Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom Game Portal From Main Street Train Station at Magic Kingdom

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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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Former Sorcerers will be sad to see the game portal leave the station. The popular interactive game, Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom, closed permanently on January 24th, 2021. Since then, we have seen the game’s headquarters removed from the Main Street Firehouse and the Main Street Cinema portal removed. Now another portal has joined the … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Mulan and Moana Join Character Cavalcades and Distanced Meet & Greets at the Magic Kingdom

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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.

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There’s more to celebrate at the Magic Kingdom! Mulan and Moana have joined the character lineup for meet-and-greets and cavalcades. Fun fact: Moana and Mulan are the only two of the current 13 official Disney Princesses who are not actually princesses! Mulan became a Disney Princess through her acts of heroism, and Moana is a … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Work Visible on Former Site of Removed Trader Sam Figure as Jungle Cruise Changes Continue at the Magic Kingdom

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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.

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Gnu things are happening at the world-famous Jungle Cruise at the Magic Kingdom! As we reported earlier this week, you could say Trader Sam lost his head… and the rest of his body as the animatronic was removed completely. Trader Sam’s departure is part of ongoing changes to address cultural issues surrounding the ride. Netting … Read more

PHOTOS: Coca-Cola Cool Ship Repainting Blasts Off to Cool Scanner at Magic Kingdom

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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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After construction walls went up at the end of last month, we finally saw progress on the Coca-Cola Cool Ship and the Cool Scanner yesterday at the Magic Kingdom. Painting has continued with more sleek new updates to the Tomorrowland drink stand. The Coke bottle rocket atop the Cool Ship has received a fresh coat … Read more

PHOTOS: COVID-19 Vaccines Available to Walt Disney World Cast Members at Health Services

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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.

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The President of Walt Disney World Resort, Jeff Vahle, posted on Instagram today showcasing Cast Members receiving their COVID-19 vaccinations at Heath Services facilities on site. Unite Here Local 362, a Cast Member union, recently announced Disney would be paying select Cast Members for receiving the vaccine. Jeff Vahle is pictured here in front of … Read more

UPDATE: Walt Disney World Relaxes Face Mask Policy A Day Early, PhotoPass Photographers Now Shooting Mask-less Guests

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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.

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Despite the announcement yesterday that maskless photography would be permitted starting on April 8th, Disney’s PhotoPass photographers allowed (and encouraged) guests to remove their masks this morning. Until now, photographers were enforcing the COVID-19 safety protocol of wearing masks even while taking photographs. Signs are still up with the official guidelines requiring masks to be … Read more

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