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.

Reservation System Returns for Ollivander’s Wand Shop at Universal Studios Florida

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If you are in need of a new wand before returning to Hogwarts, you may need to plan ahead! Reservations are required once again for the interactive experience at Ollivander’s Wand Shop. With wait times ranging up to three hours, this is the best way to ensure guests can enjoy the experience at Universal Studios … Read more

Full List of New Snacks and Drinks to Celebrate Earth Month 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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Keep Mother Earth’s party going all month long with some new refreshing drinks and sweet treats at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. These new menu items are all inspired by animals and nature and will be available for a limited time to celebrate Earth Month! Restaurantosaurus, Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park (mobile order available) Sea Turtle Cupcake – … Read more

PHOTOS: New Look for Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort’s Old Lobby

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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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With the lobby of Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort relocated to Gran Destino Tower, the former lobby in El Centro has been mostly untouched. While seating and charging stations were added in October 2019, there wasn’t much use for the space other than an overflow concierge area for convention guests. However, it has quietly undergone a … Read more

PHOTOS: New Disney Parks Food Keychains on the Menu at MouseGear

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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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Feeling hungry? These adorable new snack keychains at EPCOT will have you craving a trip to the parks. Featuring some fan-favorite treats, you can find these new keychains at the temporary MouseGear location at EPCOT. Mickey Mouse Balloon Popcorn Bucket Keychain – $9.99 A keychain inspired by a popcorn bucket inspired by a balloon! This … Read more

PHOTOS: Cinderella Castle Adds More Bunting for “World’s Most Magical Celebration” – the 50th Anniversary of Walt Disney World

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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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Cinderella Castle continues to get dressed up in the Magic Kingdom’s finest for “The World’s Most Magical Celebration.” The castle, along with the Magic Kingdom and Walt Disney World Resort, celebrates its 50th anniversary this October. If you ask us, it doesn’t look a day over 30. What’s the castle’s secret to staying beautiful? Lots … Read more

PHOTOS: Jurassic World VelociCoaster Baseball Cap Stomps into Universal Orlando 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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Whether you love Jurassic Park or just want the coaster credit, anticipation for the Jurassic World VelociCoaster is high as we approach its vague opening date of ‘Summer 2021’. Show off your excitement with this sleek cap. You can find it at the new Universal Legacy Store at CityWalk. VelociCoaster Ball Cap – $26 The … Read more

FIRST LOOK: Reusable Bamboo Utensils Coming to Disney Parks

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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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Eco-warriors rejoice! Brand new reusable dining utensils are coming to the Disney Parks this April for Earth Month. These Disney Parks reusable bamboo utensils are a must-have for waste-free snacking and will be available at select locations in the spring – while supplies last. This cutlery set comes with a handy travel pouch and clip. What … Read more

FIRST LOOK: New Winnie the Pooh and Friends Disney nuiMOs Arrive April 5th

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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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Straight from the Hundred Acre Wood, Winnie the Pooh and his friends will debut as adorable nuiMOs on April 5th. Announced on the nuiMOs Instagram, these cute companions will be available at the Disney Store. Based on other nuiMOs releases, you will likely find them in the Parks and on ShopDisney as well. Winnie the … Read more

PHOTOS: Fantasyland Roof Repainting to Match Cinderella Castle Continues for Magic Kingdom’s 50th Anniversary

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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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Things are looking more fantastic in Fantasyland! As part of the ongoing preparations for the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World Resort, repainting has begun in Fantasyland. Today, the rooftop’s right side has been freshly repainted, with only a small section under the two farthest windows to be completed. The royal blue and gold motif … Read more

PHOTOS: Repainting of Shimmering Roof Back to Blue Continues on Cinderella Castle for 50th Anniversary of Walt Disney World

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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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Painting is almost complete at Cinderella Castle in preparation for the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World Resort. One of the last roof sections has been finished as of this morning. The castle has seen many changes as the Magic Kingdom gets ready for its golden anniversary. The two angled roof segments had been sanded … Read more

PHOTOS: More Temporary Canopy Supports Removed at TRON Lightcycle Run in 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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It’s time for another update on the construction of TRON Lightcycle / Run at the Magic Kingdom! After the recent completion of the canopy frame, crews continued to remove the temporary supports that had supported the frame during construction. Progress continues on the removal in multiple areas. Many lifts are in place for crews to … Read more

PHOTOS: New Nut and Gluten-Free ‘Snacks With Character’ Available at the 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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Snack lovers rejoice! Three new bagged snacks have debuted at the Magic Kingdom today. All three are marked as nut-free and gluten-free, so those with allergies or sensitivities have more options when those cravings hit. These new “Snacks with Character” feature Mickey, Minnie, and Goofy. This display is located at the Main Street Cinema, which … Read more

PHOTOS: New Loungefly Ariel Crossbody Purse Floats Into The Dress Shop at Disneyland Resort

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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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Get the cutest purse in the Seven Seas with Loungefly’s newest Ariel crossbody purse from the Disney Parks collection. It’s available at the Disney Dress Shop at Downtown Disney District and on ShopDisney.com. It would look fantastic with the matching Ariel-inspired dress that debuted in February. Loungefly Ariel Crossbody Purse – $65 The purse is … Read more

PHOTOS: New Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto Camp Shirt Served Up at Disney’s Polynesian Village 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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Missing your favorite tropical libations from Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto? Bring a little of the island life into your wardrobe with this tiki-tastic new shirt. You can pick one up at BouTiki inside Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. Trader Sam’s Camp Shirt – $74.99 This bowling-style shirt is a sandy beige featuring Trader Sam’s motifs in … Read more

PHOTOS: Testing Continues On the Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover 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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With the new reopening date of April 3rd rapidly approaching, testing continues at the Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover at the Magic Kingdom. Not only were ride vehicles cycling, but we clearly heard the attraction’s audio playing. The ride vehicles cycling this morning appeared unoccupied. There were a handful of cast members on the loading platform. … Read more

PHOTOS: Scaffolding Goes Up, Roof Work Continues on MouseGear and New Restaurant Facilities in EPCOT

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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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As the former Innoventions East prepares to become part of World Celebration, construction plugs along. The building used to house MouseGear, Electric Umbrella, and Innoventions. While a smaller, temporary version of MouseGear still exists, Electric Umbrella has closed permanently. The new scaffolding in the breezeway stands tall and ready. It doesn’t appear that new work … Read more

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