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 ‘The Muppets’ Sam Eagle Sipper Debuts at EPCOT

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The newest souvenir sipper at Walt Disney World is a salute to all Muppets but mostly Sam Eagle. At Regal Eagle Smokehouse at the American Adventure, guests can now pick up the Sam Eagle sipper. Regal Eagle Smokehouse: Craft Drafts & Barbecue opened in February 2020, replacing The Liberty Inn, which closed in July 2019. … Read more

First Disney100 LEGO Set Revealed, Release Date Announced

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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 first Disney100 LEGO set has been revealed, and a release date announced. The set is part of LEGO’s BrickHeadz line and will include four characters. Disney 100th Celebration LEGO BrickHeadz – $39.99 The Disney 100th Celebration set (#40622) will have 501 pieces total for constructing four characters. The selections celebrate a series of firsts: … Read more

VIDEO: Fire at Beaches & Cream Soda Shop Causes Evacuations at Two Walt Disney World Hotels

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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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A kitchen fire at Beaches & Cream Soda Shop caused the evacuation of two Walt Disney World Resort Hotels this evening. Beaches & Cream is located at Disney’s Beach Club Resort, which is adjacent to Disney’s Yacht Club Resort. Both resorts were evacuated after a fire broke out in the restaurant’s kitchen. You can see … Read more

REVIEW: New Haunted Mansion-Themed Chilling Chamber Pop Featuring The Mayor Available at 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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As the 50th anniversary celebrations wind down at the Magic Kingdom, a new phase of treats has been released. At Sleepy Hollow Refreshments, the newest Haunted Mansion-themed Chilling Chamber Pop featuring The Mayor is here. It replaces The Tightrope Walker. Interestingly, this is the first time Disney has referred to this Stretching Room portrait character … Read more

REVIEW: Cookie Butter Butterscotch Cookie and Nitro Cold Brew NEW for January 2023 at Gideon’s Bakehouse in Disney Springs

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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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It’s a new year, and Gideon’s Bakehouse has debuted a new flavor: Cookie Butter Butterscotch! We stopped by to try the cookie and nitro cold brew. January’s mascot is Butterscotch. Her story reads, “The moon holds strange powers, and so do the pajamas of a girl called Butterscotch. Handed down by her grandmother, this canine … Read more

Regular Version of Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Returns After Extended Holiday Overlay at 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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The Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind attraction at EPCOT has returned to its regular version after the Holiday Remix was extended by two days. We reported yesterday that after missing its end date of December 30, the Holiday Remix overlay was still running. Today, we can confirm the holiday soundtrack and references have been … Read more

100th Anniversary Walt Disney, Goofy, Donald, and More New Funko POP! Vinyl Figures Coming Soon

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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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A new wave of Funko POP! vinyl figures are on the way for the 100th anniversary of The Walt Disney Company, including Goofy, Donald, Walt Disney, and more. Instagram user @bullyboycollectibles has shared the first look at some of the upcoming Disney100 pop vinyls. Disney100 Goofy Funko POP! The Goofy figure is black and white-style. … Read more

‘Remember the Magic’ as Vault Collection 25th Anniversary Merchandise Arrives at Walt Disney World

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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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As part of the Walt Disney World 50th anniversary merchandise, the Vault Collection has slowly been working through items celebrating previous anniversaries. Merchandise is now available for the 25th anniversary, which took place in 1996 (through January 1998). We found both items in the Main Street Cinema. 25th Anniversary Cap – $29.99 The black ball … Read more

REVIEW: New Limited Time 50th Anniversary Flatbread is Actually Worth a Visit to Pinocchio Village Haus 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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It’s no secret that the flatbread at Pinocchio Village Haus is not haute cuisine, and until now, the specialty 50th anniversary versions have been the same. The Berbere-Chickpea was passable, at least, but the Korean Short Rib and Croque Monsieur were incredibly salty; the best we could say of the Chicken Souvlaki was “it wasn’t … Read more

Disney Fails to Deliver on Promise of Parking Lot Trams Returning, Walt Disney World Cleans Exteriors of Dirty “it’s a small world” Boats After Public Scrutiny, and More: Daily Recap (1/1/23)

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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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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 Sunday, January 1, 2023. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more

Marvel Star Jeremy Renner In ‘Critical But Stable’ Condition After Weather-Related Accident

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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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Marvel star Jeremy Renner (“Hawkeye,” “The Avengers”) has been in a weather-related accident while snow plowing and remains hospitalized in critical but stable condition, according to Deadline. His spokesperson said that Renner has injuries “suffered after experiencing a weather related accident while plowing snow earlier today.” Deadline noted that Renner had been airlifted to the … Read more

Smoking Areas Reduced to Just One Location Per Theme Park at Universal Orlando, More Super Nintendo World Details Revealed, and More: UPNT Weekly Recap (12/26/22-1/1/23)

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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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We bring you a lot of stories. 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 Weekly Recap for December 26, 2022 – January 1, 2023. Universal Orlando Resort … Read more

REVIEW: The Seventh Dwarf Cone Featuring Sleepy Arrives at Magic Kingdom as 50th Anniversary Celebrations Wind Down

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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 seventh and final dwarf cone featuring Sleepy has arrived at Storybook Treats in the Magic Kingdom. The cones are part of the large menu of treats celebrating the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World. As the World’s Most Magical Celebration nears its end date of March 31, a seemingly final group of new treats … Read more

WDWNT is Hiring Orlando-Based Walt Disney World Reporters

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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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As WDWNT continues to grow, we are looking for additional local Reporters to expand our Orlando-based staff. WDWNT’s Orlando Reporters visit the Walt Disney World parks several days a week to investigate developments with construction, refurbishments, maintenance issues, food and beverage offerings, merchandise, and more. If you are interested in joining our dynamic and fast-paced … Read more

Holiday Remix Still Playing at Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind in EPCOT

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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 an announced end date of December 30, 2022, you can still catch a ride on the Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Holiday Remix overlay. The only changes to the regular ride for the overlay are the soundtrack and a few lines from the cast interspersed. Given that the official date has gone and … Read more

REVIEW: 50th Anniversary Minnie Mouse Dome Cake Arrives at 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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The new year is here, and with it, a new (and likely final) wave of 50th anniversary treats at Magic Kingdom. Gaston’s Tavern has replaced the Pluto Dome with a Minnie Mouse Dome Cake. Minnie Mouse Dome Cake – $8.29 Vanilla Citrus Mousse with Strawberry Glaze on top of Pistachio Cake The pistachio cake on … Read more

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